Weekend Picks: Free jazz concert, a day at the farm and an evening with the clowns

Have a great weekend! There are some exciting events this weekend that we hope to make it to, starting with The Backyard Bash. Our son loves wide open spaces to run in and enjoys picking fruit and petting animals so we will hang out at Ticonderoga at some point. There are a few evening events for those with older children that sound like a blast! The weather should be gorgeous so if you’re looking to head to an outdoor water park or splash park here’s your guide! 

Saturday-

10:00am: Bob Brown Puppeteer at Glen Echo
(7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, Md)
Lights are on, doors are open as Bob Brown tells the story of Old MacDonald through puppets during the Tiny Tots performance. Recommended for ages 0-4, $5. My 3 year old saw Bob Brown at camp this week and hasn’t stopped talking about it!

10:00am: Mr. Gabe and the Circle Time All-Stars at Lake Fairfax Park Amphitheater
(1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, VA 20190)
Mr. Gabe and his band, the Circle Time All-Stars, perform a mix of traditional children’s songs, family-friendly pop songs, and originals from Mr. Gabe’s award-winning CD, Play Date. Free event part of the Fairfax County “Arts in the Parks” series.

10:00am-5:00pm: Backyard Bash at Ticonderoga Farms
(26469 Ticonderoga Road, Chantilly, VA 20152)
Fun includes hayrides, moon bounce, slides and tunnels, animal petting, sprinklers and more. Enjoy summer while it’s still here! Admission is $10.95, children 2 and under are free. For an additional charge you can pick your own fruit and veggies and enjoy concessions.

10:00am-6:00pm: Indian Palette for Families 
(2716 Ordway St NW., Apt 2, Washington, D.C. 20008)
Experience and celebrate the vibrancy of India at a fun-filled event. An exhibition where you’re sure to leave with hand made clothing and gifts. You can preview the collection here. Bring your loved ones, friends and children. To contact Anu directly you may email her for more information.

11:00am-12:30pm: Bach to Rock Open House
(4819 Saint Elmo Avenue Bethesda, Md)
Join us for a Back to School Open House: 11:00 AM – Rock City Demo | 11:00 AM – Rock n Roll Demo | 11:30 AM – Guitar Class Demo | 12:00 PM – Kids n Keys Demo | 12:00 PM – DJ Mixing Class Demo | 12:30 PM – Glee Class Demo | Call ahead to arrange a free private lesson trial.

11:30am-3:00pm: Beach Party Family Festival at American Art Museum
(8th and F NW, Washington, DC 20004: Kogod Courtyard)
Enjoy steel drum music from local DC band Oasis Island sounds and learn to hula with Kinikia from DC Hippodrome.  There will be sand, shells, and sports for various summer crafts and games.

8:00pm: Movies on the Green present Spy Kids 2(PG)
(1961 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, Va)
Join Tysons Corner Center on Saturday evenings at dark for our complimentary Movies on the Green series. Enjoy evenings outside with friends and family while watching your favorite films on our spectacular new outdoor plaza. The Plaza is located on level 2 across from Microsoft. Picnics are encouraged, but no alcohol is permitted on the plaza. Lawn seating available on a first-come first-serve basis.  Lawn chairs available for use on a first-come first-serve basis, or bring your own chair or blanket.

8:30pm: Clowns without Borders Fundraiser at Trapeze School
(4th St SE and Tingey St SE Washington, DC 20003)
Come out to support CWB by bringing the family to the circus! TSNY DC will be hosting this amazing night of entertainment, featuring the high-flying talents of the TSNY staff, dazzling with double and triple trapeze, silks, lyra, hand to hand acrobatics, and a flying trapeze show! The clowns will keep you rolling with their antics. Not to mention family-friendly activities like our photo booth, face painting, balloon twisting, and juggling station. Plus some delicious food from Nando’s Peri Peri! Adults $25, Children under 12 $15.

Sunday-

Terrapin Adventure: See our Facebook page for details on free admission!

10:00am-5:00pm: Backyard Bash at Ticonderoga Farms
(26469 Ticonderoga Road, Chantilly, VA 20152)
Fun includes hayrides, moon bounce, slides and tunnels, animal petting, sprinklers and more. Enjoy summer while it’s still here! Admission is $10.95, children 2 and under are free. For an additional charge you can pick your own fruit and veggies and enjoy concessions.

10:00am-6:00pm: Indian Palette for Families
(2716 Ordway St NW., Apt 2, Washington, D.C. 20008)
Experience and celebrate the vibrancy of India at a fun-filled event. An exhibition where you’re sure to leave with hand made clothing and gifts. You can preview the collection here. Bring your loved ones, friends and children. To contact Anu directly you may email her for more information.

2:00pm: Step Afrika at National Building Museum
(401 F St., NW, Washington, D.C.)
Step to the Beat! Students will perform along with Step Afrika!, the nation’s leading professional touring step troupe. Presented in collaboration with Washington Performing Arts. The concert is free. While you’re there grab tickets to go through the 18 foot high Big Maze before it closes Sept.1.

6:00pm: Target Family Night at The Kennedy Center presents Philadelphia Jazz Orchestra
(2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566– Millenium Stage)
The group, comprised of some of the best high school and college jazz musicians in the Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey regions, presents a family-friendly concert for all ages. Free performance, no tickets required.