Held each Saturday morning year-round, the farmers' market is an event that has been held at the Market Square plaza for over 260 years. In fact, Old Town Farmers' Market is the oldest farmers' market in the country which has been held continuously at the same site. George Washington sent his produce from Mount Vernon […]
Celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival this spring with special events around the DMV! It's the most beautiful time of year in Washington, D.C... cherry blossom season! Visit one of the world's largest celebrations of spring, only minutes away from Old Town Alexandria in downtown D.C.. Looking for a hotel stay? Reserve our Cherry Blossoms […]
Our Cherry Blossom Chef's Supper Club is back! Executive Chef Tomas Chavarria is collaborating with The House of Suntory to create a Japanese and Southern fusion menu for this 5-course dinner experience. Each course will be accompanied by custom cocktails created with The House of Suntory spirits. An evening of mouthwatering food and heavenly spirits […]
Grab your overalls and bomber jacket because we're heading back to the 90s for DRAG BRUNCH AT KING & RYE! Enjoy a lively southern brunch featuring the DMV's best drag entertainment...SAD Brunch! Check out the fierce line-up of queens performing to everything 90s: Crimsyn, Mari Con Carne, Venetian POP and hosted by CAKE POP! Tickets […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day early with a day full of creativity and charm at the Alexandria Art Show & Craft Spring Fair! Held at the picturesque John Carlyle Square Park, this event is the perfect way to enjoy spring while finding unique treasures for the special moms in your life—or yourself! Browse a curated selection of […]
Book girl summer is almost here! Get ready to rekindle the magic of your childhood book fair but we're adding lattes, mimosas and MORE! With over 15 carefully curated vendors, our second adult book fair promises a treasure trove of all things bookish! Explore an array of book-themed items, from quirky bookmarks and literary-inspired art to […]
Get ready for the annual Spring Fling block party in Old Town Alexandria on May 3, 2025. This neighborhood-wide celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering a mix of shopping, activities, and fun for everyone. The Old Town Boutique Community—representing the heart and soul of small businesses in historic Old Town Alexandria—welcomes the […]
Taste unlimited samples of wines from Virginia's finest wineries at Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival. Relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River as you experience George Washington’s estate after hours. Bottles of wine will be available for purchase. Purchase a VIP table to receive admission for 12 people, three bottles of wine, and […]
2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of Pride celebrations in Washington, DC! The Capital Pride Alliance is excited for Washington, DC to host WorldPride 2025 and share this momentous and exciting milestone with our international community. WorldPride DC 2025 will feature a vibrant and innovative slate of events and cultural programs that will highlight the best that Washington, DC has to […]
Since its pre-Broadway run at the Kennedy Center in 1986, Les Misérables has changed the world of musical theater. Now, Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Boublil & Schönberg’s Tony Award®–winning phenomenon returns to the Opera House after its sold-out run in 2023. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and […]