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Get Out Weekend Planner: Film Fest, Chinese Cultural Heritage Night and More
Concerts in the park, film fest in Clifton and other activities happening around town this weekend
If you plan to brave the heat this weekend, but aren't sure where to go, our Get Out Weekend Planner has some suggestions of local events for your consideration.
1. Celtic Marc
Where/When: Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Rd, Springfield/Friday, July 22 at 7:30 p.m.
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Why Go: Celtic Marc is a group of wonderfully talented singers and musicians that will enchant you with rhythmic folk songs from timeless Celtic instruments.
Price: Free
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2. Hot Society Orchestra of Washington
Where/When: , 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale/Friday, July, 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: The Hot Society Orchestra of Washington’s jazz performance will make you feel like you have been transported to one of Gatsby’s summer parties in the roaring 20’s.
Pricing: Free
3. Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street with the NSO
Where/When: Wolf Trap, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna/Friday, July 22 at 8:15 p.m.
Why Go: Benjamin Barker aka Sweeney Todd is released from prison after 15 years for a crime he did not commit; only to find that his wife poisoned herself. He dedicates the rest of his life to getting revenge on the man he blames for his wife’s death.
Pricing: $20-$70
4. Clifton Film Fest
Where/When: 9601 Ox Road, Lorton/Saturday, July 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy original short films from local students and filmmakers. Refreshments will be available to purchase and the film screenings begin at 8:30 p.m.
Pricing: $5
5. Chinese Cultural Heritage Night
Where/When: , 7900 Heritage Drive, Annandale/Sunday, July 24 at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy Chinese dancing and music before the movie starts at dark.
Pricing: Free
