Chillin’ on Church Block Parties Return To Vienna

VIENNA, VA -- The Chillin' on Church summer block parties return to Vienna next week.

The Town of Vienna’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting four events every third Friday of the month June through September. All are invited to the block party held on Church Street at the Town Green. The first event is June 16.

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Each block party begins at 6:30 p.m. and features live music, food trucks, beer and children's games.

Commuters should be aware Church Street will close to traffic between Washington and Old Dominion Trail and Mill Street from 2 p.m.-midnight for the event. In addition, Mill Street between Maple Avenue and Church Street will close from 5 p.m.- midnight.

Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for the musical performances. The schedule for live performances is:

• June 16: Chump Change (classic rock)

• July 21: Harlen Simple (rock/funk/blues)

• August 18: Mudlark (rock/blues)

• September 15: Chump Change (classic rock)

"Last year was kind of an eye-opener in terms of just how much people wanted to have a little fun with a giant group of friends. We received requests for more Chillin’, and we're thrilled to offer additional neighborhood block parties," said Vienna's Parks and Recreation Director Leslie Herman in a statement.

Image via Town of Vienna