Events Calendar
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Want to Know How Alexandria Really Works? City Academy Applications Are Open
Applications are open for Alexandria’s seven-week Fall 2026 City Academy, offering residents an inside look at local government. The deadline…
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Alexandrians Can Honor 9/11 by Caring for Veterans’ Graves Saturday
A free Sept. 12 service project at Alexandria National Cemetery includes headstone cleaning and grounds care on the 25th anniversary…
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Bring the Grandparents: Woodlawn Turns Family History Into a Sunday Adventure
Woodlawn’s Grandparents Day program brings descendant stories, quilts, Smithsonian genealogy experts and family activities together Sept. 13.
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Prost, Alexandria: Oktoberfest Returns to John Carlyle Square September 19
Alexandria Oktoberfest returns to John Carlyle Square on Sept. 19 for a free day of German food, beer, live music,…
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Alexandria’s HalloWEIRD Market Is Bringing Spooky, Creepy and Goth Art to Del Ray
More than 40 local artists will fill a Del Ray field with spooky, creepy, crawly and goth creations at the…
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Come Hungry—and Bring the Dog: Taste of Old Town North Returns to Alexandria
Taste of Old Town North returns Sept. 17 with free restaurant tastings, live music, art activities and a pet-friendly evening…
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Alexandria Will Mark 25 Years Since 9/11 With Public Remembrance at Police Headquarters
Alexandria’s 25th annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony will include a presentation of colors, remarks by city and public-safety leaders and a…
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Your Family Photos Could Help Complete Alexandria’s Black History
Alexandria Library’s fourth Black Family Reunion combines food, music and games with a citywide effort to preserve Black family photos,…
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Alexandria Homes Tour Nearly Sold Out: Only 150 Tickets Remain
ALEXANDRIA, VA — If exploring some of Old Town Alexandria’s historic homes sounds like the perfect way to spend a…
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In Alexandria: Around The World Cultural Food Festival
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Ten years ago, I spent part of a sunny Saturday afternoon on the National Mall eating my…
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