5 Summer Events to Check Out in July

Summer is in full swing here at Prince William County Parks and Recreation and we've got tons of programs, events and activities for you to join in on the fun. This month you can catch an outdoor concert, shop at our yard sale, attend a Rec on Wheels event, and so much more. We hope to see you out and about in our parks this month!

Fridays at 5
Join us on Friday, July 11 starting at 5 pm, to enjoy the sounds of the Special Occasions Band. They bring 3 decades of musical influences to the stage each and every time they perform, by drawing from a wide variety of musical styles such as R&B, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Country, Latin, Pop, Gospel and Go-Go.  

DJ Moe Vibez will also be spinning some tunes to get you up on your feet dancing! Food and drink will be available for purchase. Event is free and held at Sean T. Connaughton Plaza. Check out all the details here.

Community Yard Sale
Who doesn’t love a good deal? Come hunt for treasures at our community yard sale at the Pat White Center at Ben Lomond on Saturday, July 19 from 7 am - 1 pm. You never know what you will find! If you can’t make it this month and/or would like to participate and sell items during our August yard sale, spots are still open - click here to register.

Museum Family Monday - Rippon Lodge Game Day
Bring the family to Rippon Lodge on Monday, July 21 (10-11 am) for Museum Family Day. Come explore history through fun, historic games and activities at Rippon Lodge Historic Site. Program includes outdoor and indoor experiences. Advanced registration preferred. Click here to register. 

Funmakers – Magic Variety Show
Come experience the magic with Funmakers - Zig Zag the Kid’s Party Magician! Join us on Thursday, July 24, 10:30 am-11:30 am at our Jean C. Smith Amphitheater at Locust Shade Park for some music, magic and more!

Other shows like Reptile World and The 3 Not So Little Pigs Puppet Show are also available this month and in August. For the full schedule and ticket details, click here. 

Rec on Wheels
In case you didn’t know, it’s Park and Recreation Month! And we invite you to attend one of our Rec on Wheels events as we bring parks and recreation activities to you! Come join us at the following parks: Marumsco Acre Lake Park on Wednesday, July 16; Cloverdale Park on Wednesday, July 23; or Fairmont Park on Wednesday, July 30*. (*This is the rescheduled date from the cancelled July 9 event.) All events will take place 5:30 pm – 7 pm. Visitors will have a chance to participate in lawn games, group games, and other fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. We’ll have Kona Ice on hand to help keep you cool, as well as a mobile gaming van for all to enjoy. No registration required. *Please note, minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Looking for something else? Download our PWC RecMapper app for parks information in the palm of your hand, or view our current Leisure magazine.