Rock the Block

Next date: Friday, May 22, 2026 | 06:30 PM to 09:30 PM

Fairfax City Rock the Block event image with blue guitar graphic

Beer garden pours, live music roars, and flavors to explore—bring a chair or blanket and kick back for good times, great tunes, and all the feel-good vibes!

Band Line Up

May 22 - The Reflex

Step inside the DeLorean and let The Reflex take you on an epic time-travel adventure straight to the raddest decade ever — the 1980s! This full-throttle retro concert experience recreates the sound, style, and electric energy of the era’s biggest hits.

From Madonna and Cyndi Lauper to Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Billy Idol, Bryan Adams, Journey, and Heart, The Reflex delivers the ultimate throwback party — big vocals, big hair, and even bigger vibes.

So dust off those Jordache jeans, tighten that fanny pack, throw on your Members Only jacket, lace up your Vans, and get ready to rewind the clock with The Reflex: The DMV’s Ultimate ’80s Tribute Band.

 

 

June 26 - Perfekt Blend

Perfekt Blend brings the energy with a high-octane mix of live music everyone loves. They’re a Washington, DC–area powerhouse cover band that blends Top 40 pop, R&B, soul, classic rock, Motown, country, and blues, keeping every crowd dancing from the first note to the encore.

Three dynamic vocalists backed by a full rhythm section (and horns when you want them) make hits from every era feel fresh, perfect for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations of all kinds — it’s your party with a soundtrack that never quits!

Perfekt Blend Band Photo

 

July 24 - The U.S. Army "Downrange" Band

Where Service Meets the Soundtrack! The U.S. Army Band Downrange is the Army’s high-energy pop/rock ensemble that keeps audiences of all ages on their feet. They mix rock, pop, country, R&B, acoustic favorites, and even patriotic arrangements into a live set that’s both familiar and uplifting.

Whether it’s a Queen medley, chart-topping hits, or heart-felt classics, Downrange brings the soundtrack of everyday life to life with soulful vocals and tight band grooves — perfect for concerts, community events, and celebrations that call for music everyone knows and loves!

The U.S. Army Band Downrange

 

August 28 - My Chemical Bromance

Get ready to relive the soundtrack of the 2000s and rock out with My Chemical Bromance — the ultimate tribute to the band that defined a generation! This high-energy show delivers a powerful live experience packed with soaring choruses, driving guitars, and the dramatic intensity that made My Chemical Romance legendary. My Chemical Bromance brings the alternative rock/post-punk sound to life with authenticity, passion, and nonstop energy. So, throw on your band tee, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to sing your heart out — this is My Chemical Bromance: your live ticket to the soundtrack of an era.

 

September 25 - One Hot Mess

Get ready to heat up the night with One Hot Mess — the high-voltage party band that brings nonstop energy and killer grooves to every stage! With a sizzling mix of rock, pop, R&B, and dance favorites, this band turns any event into a celebration you won’t forget.

From sing-along hits to dance-floor anthems, One Hot Mess delivers powerful vocals, tight musicianship, and an infectious energy that keeps the crowd moving from the first chord to the last encore.

Bring your friends, lace up your dancing shoes, and prepare for a show that’s fun, fierce, and downright unforgettable — because when One Hot Mess hits the stage, the party starts now!

 

October 23 - Groovalicious

Turn up the funk and feel the rhythm with Groovalicious — the ultimate feel-good party band that lives up to its name! Bringing a smooth, high-energy blend of funk, soul, R&B, pop, and dance hits, Groovalicious keeps the groove flowing and the dance floor packed all night long.

From classic funk jams to modern chart-toppers, this powerhouse group delivers tight musicianship, rich vocals, and irresistible rhythms that get every crowd moving. It’s bold, it’s vibrant, and it’s completely groove-worthy!

 

 

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Rock the Block Policies

Alcohol Rules & Regulations 

  • This is NOT a B.Y.O.B event - all alcohol must be purchased and consumed on site.
  • Sealed non-alcoholic drinks may be brought into the event.
  • Individuals caught trying to bring alcohol into the event will be barred from attending. Anyone caught more than once will be barred permanently.
  • No alcoholic beverages may be taken outside of the Beer Garden area. 
  • You must be over 21 to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Everyone must present a valid ID and obtain and wristband prior to purchasing and consuming alcohol. We card everyone, regardless of age. 
  • No more than two alcoholic beverages may be purchased by an individual at one time. 
  • Rock the Block staff reserve the rights to deny any person of the right to purchase alcohol. 
  • Alcohol ticket sales begin at 6:30pm and end at 9:15pm. Last pour is at 9:30pm. 
  • Pets are discouraged (except for service animals). 

When

  • Friday, May 22, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday, June 26, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday, July 24, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday, August 28, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday, September 25, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday, October 23, 2026 | 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM

Location

Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, 22030, View Map

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