As the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer, Northern Virginia truly comes alive with festivals, events, and outdoor activities. If you’re looking for fun things to do during summer in Northern Virginia, then you’ve come to the right place!
Cafesano Italian & Mediterranean Bistro has called NoVa home for 20 years, serving delicious and healthy dishes. But once summer comes around and we welcome our guests to enjoy their meals on our lakeside terrace, that’s when the going gets really good!
No matter if you’ve lived in Northern Virginia for most of your life or are visiting on vacation, here are the best things to do during the summer.
Let’s dive into some of the activities and events happening so you can plan your perfect summer adventure.
Each year, during the last weekend of July, you can visit the Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Carnival at Frying Pan Farm Park. Enjoy classic carnival food, games, and rides while interacting with baby farm animals.
It’s a great family-friendly activity to embrace the countryside lifestyle while also gathering with the community to support local agriculture. Plus, kids can participate in educational activities to learn about science, farming, and health.
Each summer, the Virginia Arts Festival puts on live musical performances in Colonial Williamsburg. Set up a blanket or bring your lawn chairs and enjoy performances from big names such as The Band Perry or an ABBA Tribute.
It’s a great way to enjoy the cool summer nights while rocking out to your favorite music and artists, while surrounded by hundreds of years of important history in Northern Virginia.
What’s a summer in Northern Virginia without celebrating the Fourth of July with an incredible fireworks show at Mount Vernon! The week leading up to July 4th, you can come and watch the masterful fireworks show at George Washington’s Mount Vernon light up the sky over the beautiful Potomac River.
Plus, you can enjoy live musical performances, grab freshly made ice cream, and learn about the history of Mount Vernon and George Washington.
Grab your daypack and load up the kids in the car for an adventurous day at the European-themed park, Busch Gardens! Hop on amusement park rides, attend live shows, and admire exotic animals.
Or plan your trip around the special events hosted all summer long at the theme park, such as their Food & Wine Festival or night-time concert series.
Stay cool in the hot summer sun by visiting the fun and exciting waterparks in Northern Virginia. With attractions like waterslides, wave pools, lazy rivers, and more, families can make memories while also cooling off this summer.
Make sure to check out the Pirate’s Cove Waterpark at Pohick Bay and The Watermine Family Swimmin’ Hole for your next waterpark day.
All throughout the summer, live music performances take place at the Town Center Pavilion in Reston, VA, on Saturday evenings. Grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants in the area before finding a seat to enjoy music from local artists.
Or take a quick drive over to Cafesano and grab a Mediterranean wrap or salad for takeout to enjoy at the performance!
Northern Virginia is full of natural beauty that truly blooms in the summer. Get out of the house and enjoy the beauty of the Great Falls National Park. Admire the natural waterfalls and gorgeous hiking trails with friends and family.
You can even cool down with a relaxing (or adventurous, depending on the route you take) kayak ride through the Potomac River Gorge.
If you enjoy colorful flowers and plants native to Virginia and exceptional landscaped gardens, then Meadowlark Botanical Gardens is a must-visit this summer. Wander through the 95 acres of land full of gardens and admire the plants, or plan a camping trip on the grounds.
It’s a great activity for families, couples, or even for a solo day to enjoy nature.
On June 19th, the nation celebrates the official end of slavery as the last people were set free in Texas in 1865. Around this time, Fairfax organizes the Juneteenth Celebration, featuring live performances, food trucks and stalls, and educational activities for children to commemorate the day.
Get your sweet tooth satisfied with some local honey at the Manassas Bee Festival this summer! Learn about beekeepers and just how important bees are to our agriculture and ecosystems while enjoying live performances, farm animals, games, a bouncy house, and food trucks.
This festival is a great, family-friendly activity that supports the local community while also educating people of all ages about the wonders of bees.
Don’t feel like going anywhere one weekend? Bring the party to you with Cafesano’s catering services! Plan an outdoor summer party at home and invite your friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy the cool summer nights, lightning bugs, family-friendly fun, and, of course, great food.
With Cafesano’s catering, you don’t have to give a second thought to spending all day in the kitchen cooking for your guests. You can have delicious and heart-healthy food that everyone will love delivered right to your door!
Check out Cafesano’s catering menu for some inspiration for your outdoor summer party.
Whether you’re coming home from a long day at the waterpark or gearing up for a picnic in Great Falls National Park, there is nothing better than a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal from Cafesano!
Come on in and visit our Reston and Dulles locations for dine-in or pick up your favorite pizzas, wraps, or pastas to enjoy at home.
A delicious and nutritious meal from Cafesano is the perfect addition to a Northern Virginia summer. Browse our menu and plan your next meal at Cafesano today!
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