Sip. Create. Stay awhile. Your evening plans just got a creative upgrade. Join us for nightly Cocktails & Crafts in our outdoor courtyard – where your table becomes your studio. Sip, snack, and explore curated DIY kits delivered right to your table in a relaxed, creative summer setting. From mini crochet kits to vibrant watercolor […]
Pedals & Pints will get you hopped up on cycling! Port City and Handy Bikes have teamed up to co-host approachable, fun, no-drop group rides twice a month. Pedals & Pints rides depart from Handy Bikes retail showroom at 3800 Wheeler Ave, and end at Port City Brewing at 3950 Wheeler Ave. There […]
They're Back!! Register to make FAN FAV chunky knit pumpkins! In this workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through our technique to make a set of chunky knit pumpkins (choose 3 or 5) for Fall! This class requires no needles or knitting experience! The registration fee includes chunky yarn (choose your color at the workshop!), embellishing materials and […]
Saturday, September 12, join communities across the country as we honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and pay tribute to the first responders and service members who answered the call in the days that followed. In partnership with the National Cemetery Administration, the National Day of Service and Remembrance brings volunteers […]
Join us for this scent-sational DIY workshop! Create one-of-a-kind candle scents for your home or as the perfect hand-crafted gift. Enjoy our classic candle style as well as options to upgrade and add-on during your visit. Visit our homepage to register. Times Vary by date.
Made in ALX is excited to be back at Port City Brewing in Alexandria for our Fall Maker’s Market! More than 25 vendors, food, music and a lot of our vendors will have activities — you can make your own charm bracelet, create a relief print, design your own tote bag and much more. Special […]
Participate in a 10-miler or 5K race at Mount Vernon during America’s 250th anniversary. Runners of all levels are invited to honor America's semiquincentennial on a racecourse along the Potomac River and cross the finish line with George Washington's iconic Mansion in view. The Finish Festival will offer music, food and beverage concessions, and a […]
Step back in time to shop for crafts and wares made by 18th-century artisans at the Colonial Market & Fair. Watch makers display period crafting techniques, attend a traditional puppet show, and hear George Washington share stories of his life at Mount Vernon. Craftspeople from across the nation will be selling their creations, including ceramics, […]
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Alexandria Oktoberfest! Celebrate the season with the best of German culture, food, music, and fun at the beautiful John Carlyle Square in Alexandria. This family-friendly event captures the unmistakable spirit of Bavarian merriment with traditional music, lively entertainment, and a lively beer garden. Whether you’re here to enjoy […]
Where good books meet great drinks at The Study at Morrison House! Join fellow book lovers for Literary Libations, a free monthly book club hosted in the Parlor Room at The Study at Morrison House. Taking place one Wednesday each month, this gathering offers a relaxed and welcoming space to dive into your next read—whether […]