Weekend’s Best Bets in Falls Church

Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with FIRSTfriday, stand-up comedy, karaoke night, a summer sautéing class and fireworks on Independence Day!

FIRSTfriday: Don't miss the most popular event in Falls Church with plenty of shopping and dining options to choose from! July’s FIRSTfriday will feature Doggie Yappie Hour, Cruise-In Friday and art exhibits at ArtALot; an art exhibition with quilt designer Shanna Obelenus, open studio night with Marina Troy and Christine Miller and free ice cream from Lazy Sundae at Art and Frame of Falls Church; themed beer tastings at Red, White & Bleu; live music from a local Irish balladeer at the Four P’s; a FIRSTfriday after party with musical performance at Dogwood Tavern and much more!
Friday, July 1, all day; Prices may vary
Various locations around the City of Falls Church; (703) 534-4202

Five Buck Comedy Night: Bust a gut and not your wallet this Friday at the State Theatre’s comedy night, featuring local comedians Michael Foody, Adrian Rodney, Mike James, Pete Bladel, Tyler Richardson, Seaton Smith and hosted by Emily Ruskowsk. 18 and up to enter. 
Friday, July 1, 8 p.m. doors and 9 p.m. show; $5
220 N. Washington St.; (703) 237-0300

Boardwalk Karaoke: Head to Clare & Don's Beach Shack for an evening of karaoke with your friends.
Saturday, July 2, 10:00 p.m.; No cover
130 N. Washington St.; (703) 532-WAVE

Summer Sautéing at Open Kitchen: Master the art of sautéing in this hands-on class taught by Chef Jackson Yordon. Learn how to make seared scallops with grits and sweet pepper sauce, flank steak with southwestern spinach and tomatillo salsa and sautéed berries with jack cake and vanilla ice cream.
Sunday, July 3, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.; $89
7115 Leesburg Pike #107; (703) 942-8148

Fourth of July Celebration: Celebrate Independence Day in the City of Falls Church with live music at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, 7 p.m.; Free
George Mason High School, 7124 Leesburg Pike; (703) 248-5500