MUSIC
Chris Isaak
Monday, 7:30 p.m.
In his nearly 40-year career, Isaak has remained both nationally recognized and exceedingly humble. His songs can often be heard in the films of director David Lynch, and can be identified by the dynamic sounds of his smooth crooning and soaring falsetto. // The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; $95
SPECIAL EVENT
Salamander Resort & Spa’s Five Year Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday, 5-7:30 p.m.
Kick off an evening of music, food and dance with a complimentary champagne toast celebrating Salamander Resort & Spa’s five year anniversary. Then, sample Hennessy, stop by the open bar, chow down on barbecue and cake, make your own s’more or strike a pose at the photo booth. Tickets cost $45 per person. // Salamander Resort & Spa: 500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg; $45
FOOD & DRINK
Beer vs. Wine Dinner
Wednesday, 7 p.m.
For $110, try six different dishes, each paired with one beer and one wine. It’s up to you to decide which alcoholic beverage brings out the meal’s best. // Tuscarora Mill: 203 Harrison St., Leesburg; $110
FOOD & DRINK
Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe Pop-Up
Wednesday & Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Get a taste of one of the D.C. area’s most popular food shops, the Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe. Available menu items will include laugen pretzels with mustard packets, a German cold cut sandwich or turkey sandwich, almond pretzel Danish, petit fours, mini apple strudel, German chocolate brownie and more. // The Alcove: Corner of 19th and N. Moore Streets; $1.50-$8
SPECIAL EVENT
North American Festival of Wales
Thursday-Sunday
Each year the largest gathering of North American Welsh is hosted in either the U.S. or Canada; this year the convention has been brought stateside. Celebrate Welsh culture with stunning performances and presentations, engaging activities and with a community gathered from far and wide. // Hilton Mark Center: 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria; $25-$70
MUSIC
Kenny G, The Tenors
Thursday, 8 p.m.
This genius saxophonist has reinvented the world of contemporary jazz, and will surely uphold this title alongside the classic, yet contemporary pop group, The Tenors. // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna; $30-$65
PARKS & REC
History by Campfire: Bully Bully! Teddy Roosevelt at Ben Lomond
Friday, 6-7:30 p.m.
Gather around the campfire, roast your own s’mores and find out how Teddy Roosevelt, our 26th president, enjoyed the area around Ben Lomond through artifacts and different activities. // Ben Lomond Historic Site: 10321 Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas; $5, free for children 2 and under
MUSIC
Karen Jonas
Friday, 7 p.m.
Out with a new album, Butter, Karen Jonas mixes folk and country roots with the diverse influences of ragtime, blues, jazz and more as she takes the stage at The Sounds of Summer concert series. // Fredericksburg Area Museum: 907 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg; Free
MUSIC
Niall Horan & Maren Morris
Friday, 7 p.m.
Niall Horan, formerly of the boy band One Direction, teams up with country pop star Maren Morris for a North American tour. The two artists collaborated on Horan’s song “Seeing Blind” from his debut album, Flicker. // Jiffy Lube Live: 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow; $15-$282
MUSIC
Gavin DeGraw & Phillip Phillips
Friday, 8 p.m.
Enjoy a night with American Idol winner Phillip Phillips and award-winning Gavin Degraw. With hit songs like “Home” and “Not Over You,” these two will play a concert filled with soul music and good vibes. // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna; $30-$60
PERFORMING ARTS
Justin Willman
Friday-Sunday, Times vary
Magician and comedian Justin Willman has more than some tricks up his sleeve when he performs at the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse—just don’t ask him to pull a rabbit out of a hat. The star of the six-episode magic series Magic for Humans on Netflix, Willman has been said to be “making magic cool again for grown-ups,” per the L.A. Times. // Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse: 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington; $25
FESTIVAL
Virginia Scottish Games
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Come celebrate Celtic and Scottish heritage at this one-of-a-kind, family friendly, pet friendly event.// Great Meadow: 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains; $20-$30, children 5-12 are $5, under 5 are free
MUSEUM EVENTS
Mysteries of the Murals Walking Tour
Saturday, 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Even for those familiar with the town of Warrenton, there is more than meets the eye. Walking alongside author David Goetz, learn more about three distinct murals throughout the city and what they mean and how they’ve left their mark on the city. // The Fauquier History Museum at The Old Jail: 10 Ashby St., Warrenton; $10
MUSIC
Ziggy Marley, Steel Pulse, Tribal Seeds
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Noted as one of the greatest reggae artists of all time, Ziggy Marley carries on his father’s name with sensational performances that transcend hate and injustice. // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna; $45-$60
