Join Us for the 10th Annual George Washington Patriot Run The race will include a 10-miler and a 5K on Sunday, September 7, 2025. 10-miler race starts at 7:15 a.m. 5K race starts at 7:30 a.m. The racecourse includes both lanes of a 5-mile stretch of the George Washington Parkway from the GW Parkway Circle […]
Experience an 18th-Century Marketplace Take in the sights and sounds of the marketplace on Mount Vernon's 12-acre field while you explore thousands of unique colonial items. You'll have the opportunity to chat with the expert artisans and watch some of them demonstrate their craft using 18th-century techniques right in front of you. Throughout the marketplace, […]
John Carlyle Square is a vibrant mixed-use community located in the Eisenhower East district of Alexandria. This neighborhood, situated in the historic Old Town, boasts numerous natural open spaces and parks, along with a retail and entertainment center that caters to both local residents and visitors from the surrounding areas. Alexandria is celebrated as one […]
Presented By Suntory Global Spirits in partnership with Captain Gregory’s, Old Town Cocktail Week is a celebration of the imagination and innovation within Alexandria’s cocktail scene. Grab a featured cocktail from one of the over 40 participating restaurants or join us for a curated event and enjoy it all while on a staycation at one […]
*Alexandria Oktoberfest - Prost to a Day of Bavarian Fun! 🥨🎶🍺* 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, […]
The 30th Annual Art on the Avenue, the region’s top arts festival, takes place Saturday, Oct. 4 in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria. Held each fall on Mount Vernon Avenue between Hume and Bellefonte Avenues, Art on the Avenue strives to reflect the diversity of the Del Ray community through the artists and […]
Sample Virginia-Made Wines Bring a blanket and relax on the east lawn overlooking the beautiful views of the Potomac River. Sample wines from Virginia wineries and take home your very own commemorative wine glass (guests must be prepared to show identification for wine service). Throughout the night, enjoy live music by Bruce Ewan and the […]
6th Annual Old Town Oyster week will run from October 11th – 18th 2025 Oyster Shucking Competition will be held the morning of October 11th
Pup-kin Spice and Everything Nice! Fall Festival “Paws in the Park” is October 12 Paws in the Park returns to Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town Alexandria on Sunday, October 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and promises to be an even bigger paw-ty than previous years! This annual event celebrates northern Virginia’s love […]
Join us for our 5th Annual Ethiopian Fall Festival on Sunday,October 12, 2025 in Alexandria, Virginia — a joyful, family-friendly celebration of culture, community, and connection. Enjoy live music, traditional dance, delicious food, local vendors, kids’ activities, and access to vital resources. Everyone is welcome! Admission: $10 per person. || Free for Children under 10 years old.