Let Loose: Have Fun in Alexandria This Weekend!
Looking for something to do? Here are some suggestions
Alexandria, VA – With Halloween tonight and the baseball season over, you might be wondering how you will fill your weekend. Well Nats fans, you can celebrate your team winning the World Series! Thankfully, whatever you decide to do, the weather will still be nice. If you don’t mind a little chill in the air, there are plenty of fun events around town. And if you enjoy going out on Halloween, check out these events as well!
Nightly Spirits at Chadwicks
Thursday, Oct. 31
Starts: 7:30 p.m. ($25 per person)
203 The Strand
Hear ghoulish stories and take a walk guaranteed to frighten while you enjoy drink specials. For ages 21 and up.
Trick-Or-Treating at Carlyle House
Thursday, Oct. 31
4–6 p.m.
121 N Fairfax St
Have some Halloween fun in one of the most haunted places in the city. Staff will be handing out candy. Contact museum in case of inclement weather.
Ghost & Graveyard Tour
Thursday, Oct. 31
Starts: 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices vary
221 King Street
A costumed guide in 18th century dress leads you through cemeteries around Old Town. Hear the tales of tormented spirits that haunt your surroundings. For ticket info, click HERE.
Grief & Ghost Tours
Friday, Nov. 1–Saturday, Nov. 2
Launches: 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30 p.m. ($10 at Door; Free to Members)
Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden
614 Oronoco Street
Learn about Victorian mourning traditions, including funeral practices, séances, and more. This is a rare opportunity to see the house after dark!
Athenaeum Day of the Dead Party
Saturday, Nov. 2
7–9 p.m. (Ticket Prices Vary)
201 Prince Street
Celebrate the Mexican holiday that honors family members who have gone to the afterlife while supporting the wonderful arts programs presented by the Athenaeum. It will be one big party! For info on member ticket prices, click HERE. For tickets, click HERE
Alexandria Country Day Fall Fair
Saturday, Nov. 2
10 a.m.–3 p.m. (Ticket purchases for games)
2400 Russell Road
Visit campus and you’ll find a petting zoo, games, and food courtesy of Rocklands Barbecue. It is an event for the whole community!
In-Store Screening: “Suppressed: The Right to Vote”
Saturday, Nov. 2
5–6 p.m. (FREE admission)
1555 King Street
Attend the screening of the new documentary directed by Robert Greenwald. Learn about the suppression during the 2018 midterm elections in Georgia, where Stacey Abrahams battled to become the first Black female governor in U.S. history. For adults and interested teens.
Alexandria’s Farmers’ Market
For info on the Old Town Farmers’ Market, click HERE.
For info on the Old Town North Farmers’ Market, click HERE.
For info on the Del Ray Farmers’ Market, click HERE.
For info on the Four Mile Run and Artisans Farmers’ Market, click HERE.
Note: The West End Farmers Market returns May 2020.
Apothecary Geek Tours: Behind the Scenes
Sunday, Nov. 3
11–12 p.m. ($15 per ticket)
Stabler-Leadbetter Apothecary Museum
105–107 S Fairfax Street
Take an in-depth tour of the museum that goes beyond what visitors usually see. Doors open at 11 a.m. Purchase tickets HERE.
Improv and Sketch Comedy Show
Sunday, November 3
6:30–8:45 p.m. (FREE)
600 Wolfe Street
Enjoy a night of comedy at no cost. For ages 18 and up. Free refreshments.
Eclipse Chamber Orchestra Concert
Sunday, Nov. 3
Starts: 3 p.m. ($40 for Adults, $35 for Seniors, FREE for Children and Students)
George Washington Masonic National Memorial
101 Callahan Drive
The Eclipse Chamber Orchestra opens their 28th season. Hear works by Schubert, Mendelssohn. For tickets, click HERE.
