Fairfax County is set for a vibrant weekend from Friday, August 28, to Sunday, August 30, 2026, offering a diverse array of activities including the grand finale of its Summer Entertainment Series, a major pet adoption event, and numerous community gatherings. Residents can enjoy music, dance, and a movie under the stars as the Summer Entertainment Series concludes.
The series wraps up with performances by Black Masala at Grist Mill Park in Alexandria on Friday, and Natyabhoomi School of Dance at Arrowbrook Centre Park in Herndon on Saturday. Saturday evening also features a Starlight Cinema screening of 'Zootopia 2' at Sully Historic Site in Chantilly, inviting families to bring blankets and picnics.
Throughout the weekend, Fairfax County Animal Services will host "Clear the Shelters Part Two," waiving adoption fees for all pets at its Michael R. Frey and Lorton campuses. Adopters of cats or dogs aged six years or older will receive a $250 care credit at Pender Veterinary Centre. Additionally, local farmers markets will operate, offering fresh produce, flowers, and locally made goods, with SNAP benefits accepted at the Reston and Lorton locations.
Other notable events include a low-cost Vaccine and Microchip Clinic for pets at the Lorton Campus on Friday, and a Puzzle Swap at Reston Regional Library. Saturday's schedule features wellness workshops at Oakton Library, plant clinics at several libraries, and a kids' book sale at Martha Washington Library. Sunday highlights include the Clemyjontri Park Open House in McLean, offering carousel rides and arts and crafts, and a presentation by the Burke Historical Society at Pohick Regional Library.
Looking ahead, the county announced the Virginia Native American Festival and the "Dog Daze" swimming event for canines, both scheduled for Saturday, September 12. Attendees are encouraged to check event statuses due to potential weather impacts.