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Weather is the planning filter this weekend. This issue is arriving a day late, so keep the plan simple: Friday and Saturday have the big early Independence events, Saturday has the usual summer mix of Tarara, polo, and Leesburg music, and Sunday is better for a slower reset if storms stay manageable.
Last checked Friday, June 26, 2026. Forecasts, tickets, parking, and rain plans can change, so use the links below before leaving.
Best bets
Star Spangled Sterling
Friday, June 26 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Fireworks at 9:30 PM. 201 W. Holly Avenue, Sterling.
The clean Friday pick if you want an early Independence event without driving west. Loudoun County lists food vendors, DJ Greenzie, a Loudoun United FC FanZone, kids activities, and fireworks.
What a Blast at Hanson Park
Saturday, June 27 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Fireworks at 9:30 PM. Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park, Aldie.
The biggest all-in Saturday family plan. The county schedule includes food trucks, a Kids Zone, Todd Brooks and The Pour Decisions, The Legwarmers, and fireworks. Parking opens at 4:00 PM and is available until 8:00 PM or capacity.
Groovalicious at Tarara Summer Concert Series
Saturday, June 27. Gates at 5:00 PM, concert from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Tarara Winery, Leesburg.
The ticketed Saturday night choice if you want the evening to feel like a full summer plan. Groovalicious gives this week a 70s disco tilt, and Tarara says concerts are rain or shine.
Polo in the Park at Morven Park
Saturday evening, June 27. Morven Park International Equestrian Center, Leesburg.
The classic Loudoun summer-night option if you want a picnic-style evening around the arena. With Saturday storms in the forecast, verify the event status before leaving.
Dirt Farm Summer Sundays with Rasta Alchemist
Sunday, June 28 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Dirt Farm Brewing, Bluemont.
The slower Sunday plan if the afternoon weather holds. Dirt Farm lists Rasta Alchemist for its Summer Sundays live music series, plus lobster rolls Friday through Sunday while they last.
Three more worth knowing
Leesburg Summer JAMS: Mackenzie Ryan plays Saturday from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM on the Town Green. Official details
Leesburg Saturday Farmers Market: Saturday from 8:00 AM to noon at Virginia Village Shopping Center. Official details
Dead on the Mountain at Dirt Farm: Saturday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for the Grateful Dead crowd. Official details
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