Enjoy free family entertainment this summer as the Summer Entertainment Series returns to Fairfax County parks. Bring the entire family, as well as friends and neighbors, to locations across Fairfax County to listen to everything from rock and R&B to bluegrass and blues, experience global traditions during special showcases at Ossian Hall Park, delight in engaging children’s entertainment throughout the entire Arts in the Parks series, and watch movies under the stars during Starlight Cinema at Sully Historic Site.
The Fairfax County Park Authority, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Fairfax County Park Foundation partner to bring this community-building, summer staple back for 2026. All ages are invited to come out to enjoy a picnic, connect with community and experience enriching entertainment all summer long.
The 2026 Summer Entertainment Series features the following series:
Arts in the Parks children’s entertainment now including Cultural Heritage Nights at Ossian Hall Park, as well as these expanded NEW locations:
- Spring Hill Rec Center
- Strawberry Park at Mosaic District
- Lorton Community Center
- The Rooftop Park Space at Springfield Garage (Kid’s Concerts on the Green)
Braddock Nights (Fairfax, Springfield, Annandale)
Evenings on the Ellipse (Fairfax County Government Center)
Franconia Nights (Alexandria)
Hunter Mill Melodies (Herndon)
Mount Vernon Nights (Alexandria, Lorton)
Music at Arrowbrook Centre Park (Herndon)
Providence Presents (Vienna)
Spotlight by Starlight (Annandale)
Springfield Nights (Fairfax Station)
Starlight Cinema (Chantilly)
Find series details by visiting the Summer Entertainment Series website.
View the Summer Entertainment Series flyer
Get updates about the upcoming schedule by joining the Summer Concert Series e-news list. All events are held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, call the concert hotline at 571-202-SHOW (7469) before leaving home. Cancellations are updated online and via hotline one before show time.
The Summer Entertainment Series performances are provided in partnership with the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the Fairfax County Park Foundation, and the tremendous support of individuals, businesses, corporations and volunteers that contribute to the success of these entertainment series.
The Summer Entertainment Series is sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation. The Fairfax County Park Foundation, a 501(c)(3), supports the Fairfax County Park Authority by raising private funds, obtaining grants, and creating partnerships that supplement tax dollars to meet our community’s needs for park land, facilities, and services. Visit the Fairfax County Park Foundation website for more information or call 703-324-8582.
