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McLean Weekend Guide to Fun

Local things to do this 4th of July Weekend!

  • When/Where:  July 3, at 5 p.m.; McLean Central Park, located at Route 123 and Old Dominion Drive
  • Why Go: The McLean Community Center asks you to take “a ride in our musical time machine” as Furnace Mountain, an old time Appalachian music band, will be performing this weekend for free! Known for their spirited fiddle melodies and vocal harmonies, Furnace Mountain is a wonderful musical throwback.
  • Pricing: FREE

 

  • When/Where: July 4, at 6 p.m.; Langley High School Stadium, 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101
  • Why Go:  Celebrate our Nation’s independence with your friends and neighbors at Langley High. There will be games for the kids, various types of food, and Last Train Home, a roots-rock band, will be performing a pre-firework concert at 7:30. Finally, there will be the best fireworks in town on display! There will be free shuttle buses starting at 7 p.m. as well since parking is limited at Langley.
  • Pricing: FREE

 

  • Mamma Mia!
  • When/Where: July 1-3, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182
  • Why Go: A feel-good performance that has been viewed around the world is finally coming to town! With two shows a day for 3 days, you can’t miss out.
  • Pricing: $20-$80

 

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  • When/Where:  July 1, at 8 p.m.; 1st Stage, 1524 Spring Hill Rd. Suite Ll, McLean, VA, 22102
  • Why Go: Six of the Best Local Comedians doing what they do best. This is a night of unexpected statements, strange thinking, and odd behavior. The Showcase Features:  Adam Belecher, David Blechman, Graham Currin, Kyle Martin, Kevin McCarron, and Chris Culosi.
  • Pricing:  $15, Must be 21 to attend.

 

  • When/Where: June 30 and July 1; California Pizza Kitchen, 7939 Tysons Corner Ctr # L, McLean, VA 22102
  • Why Go:  Help support the Greater McLean Chamber Of Commerce at CPK! Bring in the attached flier and 20% of your bill will be donated to the organization.

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