independence weekend fun in old town fairfax
Whether you're a first-time visitor or one of our regulars, Old Town Fairfax is the perfect place to celebrate all weekend long—with great events, wonderful food, live music and events, local businesses, and a welcoming community around every corner.
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The 60th Annual Independence Day Parade is one of Fairfax City’s most beloved traditions. Families line the streets, neighbors reconnect, and downtown comes alive with celebration with one of the largest Independence Day parades in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Join us from 10 a.m. to Noon - official details here including route and parking information. Get here early to grab a coffee and pastries (iced please!) at Declieu or Common Culture Coffee before finding your spot.
More than a Parade…here’s what’s happening this weekend in Old Town Fairfax
Who’s got Friday off? Head to Old Town Fairfax for Friday FUN!
Chubby Squirrel - National Independent Beer & Donut Run (Walk) is an annual fun run/walk that starts and ends at the brewery (9 AM)
Mackenzie’s Tunes and Tonics - Blue Breeze Band (8-10:30 PM) & Tiki Bar Pop Up (10-2)(closed on 4th)
Commonwealth Brewing - Live Gear band (5-9 PM) all ages welcome
Auld Shebeen - Traditional Irish music (7-9:30 PM); Karaoke in basement (9 PM-1:30 AM); World Cup Games on
After the Parade, July 4th
Cool off at the Splash Pad at Old Town Square and Woody’s Ice Cream opens at Noon
Drapers will be serving up Happy Hour specials all day and night!
Auld Shebeen- Come watch the World Cup (closing at 7)
Ornery Brewing Company - Come watch the World Cup (closing at 7)
Old Fire House #3 - Come stop by to watch the World Cup
Commonwealth Brewing Co. - Joel Delgado live music (Noon - 3 PM)
Paradise Games & Gifts - Marvel Superheroes Jumpstart Party all day on Saturday, July 4! Get two Marvel Super Heroes Jumpstart Packs and play, or take them to go.
Independence Day Celebration Evening Show and Fireworks - (6:30 –10:30 PM); Fairfax High School
Sunday, July 5th
Main Street Market (Noon - 4 p.m. ) Come shop local vendors, vintage items, fashion, accessories - along charming Main Street in Old Town Fairfax
Plan your weekend at OldTownFairfax.org.