There are many fun summer holidays to look forward to this week, including Father’s Day on Sunday and Juneteenth the following Thursday. Check out these weekend events for unique ways to celebrate, as well as an art workshop that’s fun for the whole family!
Pirate Ships and Mermaids Workshop
June 14, 10 a.m.-noon
Del Ray Artisans Gallery | 2704 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
Make a splash at this aquatic-themed art workshop! Whether your child likes pirates or mermaids better, they can be guided through drawing a fantastical seascape. There will even be a “real” mermaid at the workshop for children to meet and take pictures with.
$45, $35 for members | delrayartisans.org/event/pirate-ships-and-mermaids/
Juneteenth Block Party
June 14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Prince George’s Community College Largo Campus | 301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774
Juneteenth is this Thursday! Get ready to celebrate the holiday at this free block party held by Prince George’s Community College. Take part in traditions like West African dances and healing drum circles, see a reenactment of the Buffalo Soldiers from the Civil War and explore a variety of health-related offerings, including yoga classes and a health care village.
Free | pgcc.edu/about-pgcc/events/event-details/juneteenth-block-party.php
DAD GAMES 2025
June 15, 3-6 p.m.
Dave & Buster’s | 1851 Ritchie Station Ct., Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Face off against other families at this friendly Father’s Day competition, where dads and their families will compete for a trophy and a year’s worth of free game play passes. Teams are encouraged to dress up and show their spirit! “Game Day Bytes” will also be served to all competing families.
$30-$40 | prekindle.com/event/84166-dad-games-2025-capitol-heights
