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Get Out Weekend Planner: Family Carnival, Independence Day Events and More
No weekend plans yet? Check out this list of suggestions below
Happy Independence Day weekend! Whether you're looking for an event to celebrate the fourth of July or just want to get out of the house this weekend, we're rounded up our top picks and activities for this weekend just for you.
1. City of Fairfax Family Carnival
Where/When: 4020 University Drive, Fairfax/Saturday, July 2 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, July 3 noon to 10 p.m.
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Why Go: The whole family will enjoy going on carnival rides and indulging in funnel cake and fresh lemonade.
Price: Fees vary for carnival rides and games
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2. An American Celebration at Mount Vernon
Where/When: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon/Monday, July 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Why Go: Everyone will enjoy watching a special made-for-daytime fireworks display over the Potomac River. The event also includes military reenactments, a special wreath laying ceremony and a naturalization ceremony for 100 new citizens that is sure to make us all proud to be an American.
Pricing: Adults $15, Children 6-11 $7
3. City of Fairfax 4th of July Evening Program and Fireworks Show
Where/When: Fairfax High School, 3501 Rebel Run, Fairfax/Monday, July 4th 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Why Go: The City of Fairfax Band will begin entertaining the crowd at 7 p.m. followed by welcoming remarks and a presentation of awards by the Mayor. The Leggz will perform Motown and classic rock songs before the fireworks and the City of Fairfax band will play the 1812 overture during the firework display.
Pricing: Free
4. City of Fairfax Independence Day Parade
Where/When: 7124 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church/Monday, July 4th 10 a.m. - noon
Why Go: There will be marching bands, floats, representatives from local government and social clubs taking part in this long running Fourth of July tradition.
Pricing: Free
5. Falls Church Independence Day celebration
Where/When: 7124 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church/Monday, July 4th 7 p.m. - 9:20 p.m. when the fireworks start
Why Go: Seating will be available at George Mason High School's Moore Cadillac Stadium and the Northern Virginia Graduate Center parking lot. Spectators are welcome to bring a chair for the lot or a blanket for the field. They will be selling food, drinks and ice cream during the event.
Pricing: Free
