Yes, the weekend's almost here! Here are five recommendations for getting out and about.
1. Celtic Marc
Where/When: Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, on Friday, July 22, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Celtic Marc is a group of wonderfully talented singers and musicians that will enchant you with rhythmic folk songs on timeless Celtic instruments.
Price: Free
2. Cathy Ponton King
Where/When: Royal Lake Park, 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax, on Friday, July, 22, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Guitarist Cathy Ponton King is an electric Blues/rock singer-songwriter.
Pricing: Free
3. The Sound of Music Presented by the City of Fairfax Theatre Company
When/Where: Lanier Middle School, 3801 Jermantown Road, Fairfax, on Friday, July 22, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 23 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, July 24 at 2 p.m.
In its third season, the City of Fairfax Theatre Company is staging the production with more than 40 actors. Burke resident Sharon Caraballo is playing the role of Frau Schmidt.
Pricing: Tickets are available online for $8 and at the door for $12.
4. Clifton Film Fest
Where/When: the Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, on Saturday, July 23, at 7:30 p.m.
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy original short films by local students and filmmakers. Refreshments will be available to purchase and the film screenings begin at 8:30 p.m.
Pricing: $5
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5. Chinese Cultural Heritage Night
Where/When: Ossian Hall Park, 7900 Heritage Drive, Annandale, on Sunday, July 24, at 7 p.m.
Enjoy Chinese dancing and music before the movie starts at dark.
Pricing:Free
