Local / Falls Church / June 30, 2026

Extreme Heat Pushes Falls Church Civic Jam to July 24

Falls Church has postponed Civic Jam because of an extended stretch of extreme heat forecast for the region. The event, originally scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, will now take place...

By Tysons Times Staff

Editorial illustration of Northern Virginia community life with transit, schools and local businesses — A Tysons Times illustration represents community life across Tysons and Northern Virginia. Photo: Tysons Times / AI illustration

Coverage area: Falls Church
Section: Local
Published: June 30, 2026
Topics: local, falls church, arts, environment

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Falls Church has postponed Civic Jam because of an extended stretch of extreme heat forecast for the region. The event, originally scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, will now take place Friday, July 24.

The Office of Emergency Management, city manager, and Recreation and Parks Department made the decision to protect attendees, staff, vendors, performers, and other participants.

Civic Jam is a new community celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Plans for the Cherry Hill Park event include live local music, food and drinks, community booths, inflatable attractions, yard games, and the all-ages Civic Cup Competition.

The city said the list of participating organizations, vendors, and performers will be updated as arrangements for the rescheduled event are finalized. Residents were also urged to review summer safety guidance and information about heat-related illness.

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