The Del Ray Docket
Nov. 30-Dec 2., Dec 7-9, and Dec. 14-16
Del Ray Artisans’ 23rd Annual Holiday Market
2704 Mount Vernon Avenue
Fridays: 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Del Ray Artisans’ Annual Holiday Market offers unique handmade fine arts and crafts from local artists, including pottery/ceramics, photography, jewelry, fiber, paper crafts and glass. Different artists will be featured each weekend. For more information, visit www.delrayartisans.org.
Dec, 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
The Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, located at the intersection of Oxford and Mount Vernon Avenue
8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This year-round market features fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, cheeses, breads, fresh pasta, baked goods, cut flowers, and more.
Dec. 6
The Shops of Del Ray’s Ladies Night Out
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Shop local and enjoy special promotions — all while sipping Virginia wine. For more information, visit www.visitdelray.com.
Dec. 8
3rd Annual Candy Cane Bar Crawl
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Take a break from the bustle of holiday preparations and enjoy specialty cocktails, beer, and food specials at select Del Ray restaurants during a neighborhood bar crawl to raise funds for local nonprofits. For more information and advance tickets, visit www.visitdelray.com.
Twelve Days of Wellness
Dec. 9-20
Make time for self-care during the busy holiday season! Enjoy free classes, workshops, and special wellness promotions. For a complete schedule, visit www.visitdelray.com.
First Night Alexandria
Monday, Dec. 31
Mount Vernon Recreation Center
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bring the family to an old-fashioned carnival featuring games, face-painting, and entertainment. For ticket information, visit www.firstnightalexandria.org.