Alexandria will be hosting Sails on the Potomac from June 12 – 14, 2026 as a Sail Virginia℠ 2026 Affiliate Harbor. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation and its impact on today. Join us as we commemorate America’s […]
Join General George Washington and enjoy an evening of family fun, fireworks, and patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding during the semiquincentennial. General public tickets go on sale on May 4. Cost: July 3: General Public: $52; Youth $38 Member: Adult: $41.60; Youth $30.40 July 4: General Public: $60; Youth $46 Member: Adult: $48; […]
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States this Independence Day on the historic grounds where the first commander in chief lived and led. Join us for a full day of patriotic events, including daytime fireworks over the Potomac, historic demonstrations, family activities, and a moving naturalization ceremony. Cost: Included with admission Adults (Ages 12+): […]
The City will celebrate its 277th and the USA’s 250th birthday on Saturday, July 11, at Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison St.). Experience this one-of-a-kind Alexandria event filled with live music, food and drink vendors and a grand finale — a fireworks display on the Potomac River. Admission is free.Over June 12-14, experience Sails on the Potomac as […]