Good morning, Leesburg.

Loudoun County residents, businesses and organizations will participate in the 'Let Freedom Ring' ceremony on July 4 (2:50 p.m.) as churches, schools and civic sites ring bells 13 times to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

The Bluemont Fair has announced Sara Parella (of Round Hill) as the winner of this year’s artwork contest; her crowned bear painting with a Blue Ridge backdrop will be featured on fair posters, t-shirts and other merchandise.

The fair will take place Sept. 19 and 20.

The Ketoctin Chapter of DAR and the American Red Cross have launched a blood drive campaign to collect 250 units in honor of America 250, with five drives planned this summer in Loudoun County including events in Leesburg on July 7 and Sept.

10 (appointments can be made by calling 1-800-RED CROSS).

Better Off Dead - Grateful Dead Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Tally Ho Theater — Tickets starting at $21.70 — Experience the vibrant music of The Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia through a passionate tribute band.

2026 JASON National Conference: Liminal Literacy in the STEM World

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Lansdowne Resort — Registration required — Explore innovative strategies to prepare students for a digital world at this engaging conference.

Sporting JAX vs. Loudoun United FC

7-11 p.m. — Segra Field — Tickets required — Celebrate 703 Night with the excitement of a thrilling soccer match in Leesburg.

Robotics Brick Master Camp

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Providence Academy — Not specified — Build and program innovative Lego robots while enhancing engineering skills in a collaborative environment.

Birding Banshee

8 a.m. — Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover the diverse bird species at the beautiful Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve.

Yoga Body Sculpt with Holly

10-11 a.m. — The Branch - Restaurant & Bowling — Bring your mat and water — An energizing yoga and body sculpting session to tone your muscles and boost your flexibility.