Edited by Rachel Sandler

1David Sedaris at Wolf Trap
Renowned humorist, essayist and author of “Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls” David Sedaris is coming to Wolf Trap. The show, titled “An Evening with David Sedaris,” promises biting social satire and wit as Sedaris tells stories about his life and his childhood. / Aug. 2

2D.C. Beer Week
D.C. Beer Week is once again taking over the region with events in D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. Participating venues will host tap takeovers, parties, beer dinner cruises, panel discussions, the popular all-you-can-eat crab fest and so much more. / Aug. 9-16

3Toby Keith and Eli Young Band
Jiffy Lube Live has a slew of country artists planned for the month of August, and among them is famed country artist Toby Keith. He will be joined by Eli Young Band of “Drunk Last Night” fame. / Aug. 8

4‘The Fix’
A musical comedy, “The Fix” takes on electoral politics with a tale of murder, mistresses and a wife scorned who then becomes the president’s No. 1 opponent. / Aug. 11-Sept. 20

5Civil War Weekend
Historic Downtown Manassas will transform into an exciting Civil War site with historical reenactments, demonstrations, music, food, bourbon tastings and other Civil War-related activities. / Aug. 21-23
(August 2015)