The Alexandria events calendar reflects the spirit of the town itself. One-of-a-kind events such as the Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours in December pay tribute to the rich history of Alexandria. Learn more about our history.
Meanwhile, boisterous Washington D.C. art events and festivals celebrate all the ways this lively modern community stays on the cutting edge. For certain, there are always exciting things to do in Alexandria.
View coming Alexandria and Washington D.C. events:
OCTOBER 2010
NOVA Fashion Week
Dates: October 21-24, 2010
Location: Waterfront Park 1A Prince St.
Contact: Kenneth Issac
Phone: 1-800-900-7501 x 47
Website: http://www.novafashionweek.com/
Don't pass up this incredible opportunity to shop privately with some of the nation's top boutique fashion dealers.
Fall Harvest Family Days at Mount Vernon
Dates: October 23-24, 2010
Location: Mount Vernon Estate
Phone: 1-703-780-2000
Website: http://mountvernon.org/
Admission: Included in regular admission
Celebrate the harvest season at historic Mount Vernon Estate, the former home of the Father of our Nation. Attractions include FREE horse-drawn wagon rides, the change to meet "General Washington", and a lessons on how to dance 18th-century style! Also, Spirit Cruises and the Potomac Riverboat Company will offer half-price cruises.
NOVEMBER 2010
4th Annual Alexandria Film Festival
Dates: November 4-7, 2010
Location: Throughout Alexandria
Phone: 1-703-746-5590
Website: http://alexandriafilm.org/
Beautiful Alexandria, VA plays host to this exciting film festival which never fails to bring out big talent and, of course, wonderful films. See first-run movies, meet the filmmakers, and attend raucous parties that are sure to have you "reeling".
Historic Alexandria Antiques Show & Sales
Dates: November 5-7, 2010
Location: George Washington Masonic Memorial
Phone: 1-703-549-5811
Website: click to view website
This popular annual event in Alexandria hosts its first show at George Washington Masonic Memorial. More than 40 dealers fill a show floor packed with antique furniture, decorative accessories, glass, ceramics, textiles, silver, rugs, paintings and so much more.
City of Alexandria Holiday Tree Lighting
Dates: November 26, 2010
Location: Market Square, 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA
Phone: 1-703-746-5592
Admission: Free!
We kick off the holiday season with this "light"-hearted party at Market Square in Old Town. Live musical entertainment and a visit from the Mayor and Santa Claus lead up to the big event: the lighting of the tree.
Christmas at Mount Vernon Estate
Dates: November 26, 2010 – January 6, 2011
Location: Mount Vernon Estate
Phone: 1-703-780-2000
Website: http://mountvernon.org/
Admission: Included in regular admission
A dazzling assortment of Christmas entertainments light up Mount Vernon Estate, located just 9 miles from our hotel in Alexandria, VA. Attractions include historical chocolate-making demonstrations, special estate tours, themed decorations (12 Christmas trees!), a gingerbread Mount Vernon and 18th-century dancing.
DECEMBER 2010
40TH Annual Campagna Center Scottish Walk Parade
Dates: December 4, 2010
Location: Throughout Old Town Alexandria
Phone: 1-703-549-0111
Website: http://www.scottishchristmaswalk.com/
Admission: Free!
A tradition in Alexandria for 40 years (and many more to come). This classic Scottish festival features over 100 clans is full tartan dress, live bagpipe playing and dog clubs, as well as more fun like antique cars and Santa Claus.
Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Dates: December 4, 2010
Location: Historic Watefront
Phone: 1-703-746-3301
Admission: Free!
Watch Alexandria Harbor light up in a festive parade of colorful boats as they cruise past on the Potomac. Have a boat? Then why stand on the sidelines? You can register your boat and join the parade.
Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours
Dates: December 11-12, 2010
Location: Gadsby's Tavern Museum
Phone: 1-703-746-4242
Website: http://www.gadsbystavern.org/
Admission: $20 adults/$15 senios/$5 children
One of the most popular events in Old Town Alexandria! Explore Gadsby's Tavern as well as the Carlyle House, Lee-Fendall House and more by the charming glow of candlelight. Reservations are highly recommended for this fun seasonal event.
Alexandria Harmonizers Holiday Concert at Market Square
Dates: December 11, 2010
Location: Market Square, 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA
Phone: 1-703-746-5592
Website: http://www.harmonizers.org/
Admission: Free!
A free concert of holiday favorites sung barbershop-style by the award-winning Alexandria Harmonizers Chorus.
First Night Alexandria
Dates: December 31, 2010
Location: Old Town Alexandria
Phone: 1-703-746-3301
Website: http://www.firstnightalexandria.org/
Admission: $20 per person, children 12 & under are admitted free
A different kind of New Year's Eve party. First Night Alexandria is a family-friendly New Year's Eve gathering featuring live music, food and festivities, games for the kids and a wholesome place for the community to celebrate the New Year together. The finale will take place at George Washington Masonic Memorial.
JANUARY 2011
Events to be announced.
FEBRUARY 2011
Washington DC International Wine & Food Festival
Dates: February 10-13, 2011
Location: Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
Website: http://www.wineandfooddc.com/
The largest and most prestigious food festival near Alexandria, Virginia. Top restaurateurs and celebrity chefs make the trip for this world-class celebration of wine, cuisine and food culture. The rich heritage of cuisine in D.C. is the highlight of the festival.
MARCH 2011
National Cherry Blossom Festival
Dates: March 26, 2011 – April 10, 2011
Location: Throughout Washington D.C.
Website: http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/
With every spring comes the sensational National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. In 2011, the festival will celebrate the 99th anniversary of the original gift of 3,000 cherry trees by the nation of Japan to the United States.
APRIL 2011 - SEPTEMBER 2011
Events to be announced.
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