Celebrate Summer
at National Harbor
Things to Do This Summer
Check out all that summer has to offer at National Harbor.
Summer Entertainment
As the days become longer and the summer breeze blows through The Harbor, there are plenty of things to do in the area. From family-friendly events to vibrant performances, we've gathered some of the top 10 activities for you to choose from.
1. Kids Day
Grab the kiddos and head to National Harbor for Kids Day every Thursday at 10:30am from June - August. Enjoy the fresh air and family friendly activities on the Plaza.
2. Salute the Sunset Concert Series
Enjoy patriotic performances on select Wednesdays and Saturdays all summer long at our free Salute the Sunset Concert Series.
3. Movies on the Potomac
Watch a full roster of your favorite family classics and date night movies throughout the season.
4. Water Activities
Beat the heat and get out on the water this summer! Check out our wide variety of water activities.
Enjoy waterfront views and work on your fitness goals with free exercise classes all summer long.
Gaylord National Resort invites guests to experience the waterfront resort’s first-ever Pirates & Princesses-themed ‘Summer of More’ with fun activities for the entire family.
![Outdoor performance during Friday Summer Sounds in National Harbor MD](https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=240&q=80&w=320&s=5762aa9397d64e4ea3daf43c0ea6c0ed 320w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=405&q=80&w=540&s=6984fbe394ff1c5bcc95249b53921474 540w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=576&q=80&w=768&s=4122c960f79cfa8d11df8452ac7825f9 768w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=1024&s=05aacafe7484841db333718045a7cedf 1024w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=900&q=80&w=1200&s=53345a8f6185ace90ee25776bef2c2c6 1200w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1080&q=80&w=1440&s=208d416e374ba125dd0a5c6357b1c4bb 1440w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/Friday-Summer-Sounds.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1440&q=80&w=1920&s=76b2d2b1b07f84f320e29b2393a201ca 1920w)
6. Friday Summer Sounds
Stroll the streets of the Waterfront District every Friday from 5 - 7pm for National Harbor's Summer Sounds. Enjoy a rotation of music from Bobby McKey's and local artists.
Soar 180 feet above the Potomac River this summer on The Capital Wheel. Purchase your summer ticket package today!
8. Topgolf National Harbor
Buy a Summer Fun Pass and enjoy unlimited Topgolf game play all summer long for you and up to five Guests from June 1 through August 31 (weekdays until 4pm).
![A beautiful pink and orange sunset in National Harbor, showing boats docked in the water and the Capital Wheel ferris wheel glowing blue.](https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/marina_0003_RN4JEQ7-1.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=240&q=80&w=320&s=2f95502a2bd3a803661a6b0133b260b1 320w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/marina_0003_RN4JEQ7-1.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=405&q=80&w=540&s=b25762bed18da8635b6305a4897ad56d 540w, https://national-harbor.imgix.net/images/marina_0003_RN4JEQ7-1.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=576&q=80&w=768&s=2f88c4f824bbaa86245379631360f86e 600w)
9. Rock’n Raftup Concert Series at the National Harbor Marina
Get out on the water and enjoy an evening of musical performances at the National Harbor Marina's Rock'n Raftup Concert Series. Bring your own boat or rent one from Monumental Boat Tours to enjoy the free show taking place on Freedom Pier.
Don't miss this unforgettable journey of electrifying, edge-of-you-seat performances. Grab your tickets today for the party that's been over 29 years in the making. At National Harbor June 30th - September 5th.