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In Photos: Day 1 of the 36th Annual Burke Centre Festival

Thousands of Burke and Northern Virginia residents enjoyed live entertainment, food, rides and more on Saturday.

Thousands of people descended on Burke Saturday for the start of the 36th Annual Burke Centre Festival.

The two-day festival kicked off with a flag-raising ceremony by local boy scout troops, a few remarks from Braddock District Supervisor John Cook and a flashmob of dancers who surprised everyone with their moves.

Check out the media player above for photos from day one of the festival. 

If you're planning to visit the festival on Sunday, don't forget to check out the full schedule for the Burke Centre Festival.

Read more about the Burke Centre Festival on Burke Patch:
Your Guide to the 36th Annual Burke Centre Festival 2013
Watch: Milkshake Duo Performs at Burke Centre Festival
36th Annual Burke Centre Festival 2013: Shuttle Bus Schedule
36th Annual Burke Centre Festival Kicks Off Saturday
36th Annual Burke Centre Festival 2013: Food Vendors
36th Annual Burke Centre Festival 2013: Entertainment Schedule


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