Let Loose: Have Fun in Alexandria This Weekend
Looking for something to do? Here are a few suggestions
Alexandria, VA – There’s plenty happening in Alexandria this weekend. Wait…isn’t there always? Sure. But this weekend is jam-packed with fun events to check out, so take your pick.
The Carlyle Block Party
Saturday, June 22
12–8:30 p.m. (Free)
John Carlyle Park
300 John Carlyle Street
Bring the whole family to this block party that tops all others! Live bands and a DJ will perform. Beer gardens and food trucks will serve the thirsty and hungry. Volunteers, 12 and older, are needed to help with setup. Pre-register HERE to attend. Click HERE to volunteer.
Well Ray Festival
Sunday, June 22
9–1 p.m. (Free)
Along Mount Vernon Avenue from Uhler to Hume Avenues
Feel like having a warm-up before the block party? Attend this family-friendly festival. Free health screenings will be offered, along with yoga and fitness classes, kids activities, and more. Sign up for classes and to volunteer HERE.
Portside in Old Town Summer Festival
Saturday, June 22
2–8 p.m. (Free)
Waterfront Park
1 King Street
If you don’t think you’ll be too partied out, here’s another. Maybe you will accept the challenge of attending them all. There will be a variety of live music, a beer garden courtesy of Port City Brewing Company, and plenty of food. There will be art and history activities, too, so bring the kids. To learn more, click HERE.
Alexandria Youth Rugby League
Saturday June 22
George Washington Middle School
1005 Mount Vernon Avenue
Games started on May 28, but regular registration is open until July 30. It’s not too late to participate. Tackle and touch leagues are available. Register your child HERE.
Fire Station 203 Groundbreaking
Saturday, June 22
Starts: 8:30 a.m.
Fire Station 203
2801 Cameron Mills Road
As reported in this Zebra Press article, Fire Station 203 will be replaced with a new facility. Citizens are welcome to attend the groundbreaking facility.
Junebalaya
Friday, June 21
Starts: 8 p.m. ($20 per ticket)
The Carlyle Club
2050 Ballenger Avenue
This event marks Alexandria’s first-ever summer Mardi Gras party! There will be plenty of live music. The headliners are Magnolia Blue, a 10-piece jazz and funk band. Click HERE for tickets.
Intro to Aerial Hammock
Friday, June 21
6:30–7:45 p.m. ($40 per person)
The Local Motion Project
2377 S Dove Street
Learn the purpose and fundamentals of the aerial hammock in this informative workshop. It might seem tricky to get in and out, but you’ll learn that, too. You will leave the course informed of the many benefits of the aerial hammock. Register HERE.
United States Air Force Strings Concert
Saturday, June 22
2–3 p.m. (Free)
Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum
201 S Washington Street
Not a partygoer? This concert is an alternative. An additional 16 musicians will perform alongside the regular members. There will be no sheet music in use. Every piece heard will be performed from memory!
