Alexandria Virginia Entertainment & Events
Special Events
George Washington's Birthday Celebration
Located at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
703-780-2000
Celebrate the national observance of George Washington’s birthday by visiting his home and burial site where a traditional wreathlaying ceremony takes place, followed by patriotic music and military performances on the Bowling Green. This celebration lasts for three days. more...Carlyle Housewarming
121 North Fairfax Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at Carlyle House Museum and Historic Park
703-549-2997
Music, refreshments, and costumed interpreters bring Carlyle House alive during this annual event which takes place in August and recalls when John Carlyle and his bride Sarah Fairfax moved into their newly built mansion, Alexandria's "grandest" home, in 1753. more...First Night Alexandria
Located at King & Washington Streets
703-838-4200
A non-alcoholic, family oriented New Year's Eve celebration of the arts that turns the city of Alexandria into a stage with artists performing in outdoor storefronts, on street corners, and at indoor performance sites along King and Washington streets in historic Old Town. more...George Washington's Farewell Address
201 South Washington Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
703-838-4994
Taking place in February of each year, this reenactment of George Washington's farewell address has become an Alexandria tradition.Christmas at Mount Vernon
Located at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
703-780-2000
Learn about the Washingtons' Christmas traditions, meet historic characters, and tour the historic home by candlelight during this holiday event which lasts for three consecutive weekends.George Washington's Birthnight Banquet & Ball
134 North Royal Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at Gadsby's Tavern Museum
703-838-4242
Celebrate George Washington's birthday in the same tavern in which he celebrated it during this unique annual event. An annual tradition dating back to 1789. Takes place during the weekend of President's Day.
Sponsored By: GWBCCSalute to the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution
321 South Fairfax Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
703-549-6670
Held each year on February 21st, this ceremony honors the unknown soldier of the Revolutionary War at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House and includes a graveside service.St. Patrick's Day Celebration & Parade
703-237-2199
Held at Market Square, 301 King Street and throughout Old Town Alexandria in Virginia, the annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration & Parade includes the Fun Dog Show at 10:30 a.m. in Market Square, a classic car competition at 10:30 a.m. along King Street and the parade at 12:30 p.m. at King and West Streets.Family Easter Egg Hunt
614 Oronoco Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at the Lee-Fendall House
703-548-1789
Children of all ages are invited to look for colorful eggs in the garden of the historic Lee-Fendall House, home to several generations of the famed "Lees of Virginia." Reservations are encouraged. more...Scottish Games [Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013]
3901 West Braddock Road • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at the Episcopal High School
703-912-1943
Alexandria's rich Scottish heritage is celebrated during this two-day event, one of the nation's largest exhibitions of Scottish culture. A parade which includes bagpipe bands is featured, as well as Highland dancing, a British antique auto show, dog events, clan tents, concession stands, and the kirkin o' the tartans church service. more...
Night Life
Nick's Night Club
642 South Pickett Street • Alexandria, VA 22304
703-751-8900
Nick's has been providing live music and entertainment to the Alexandria for over 20-years. more...
Concerts & Performances
Birchmere, The
3701 Mount Vernon Avenue • Alexandria, VA 22305
703-549-7500
"America's Legendary Music Hall." Many careers have been launched from this internationally recognized music hall which is committed to presenting the highest quality music in a comfortable and intimate atmosphere. Stars such as Mary Chapin Carpenter, Lyle Lovett, Dave Matthews, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, and Linda Ronstadt have been "born" here. more...Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
Northern Virginia Community College • Alexandria, VA 22314
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center
703-548-0885
Northern Virginia's premiere fully professional orchestra, the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1954 and has established a reputation for thematic and inter-arts programming that features a mix of classical and contemporary music. The ASO is also committed to arts in education and hosts a popular Children's Arts Festival every June at the Schlesinger Center. more...Alexandria Singers, The
2932 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22306
First Baptist Church of Alexandria
703-941-SING
Founded in 1975, The Alexandria Singers is a premier Washington metro area mixed voice pops chorus, dedicated to performing a repertoire of American popular music. From swing to jazz to Broadway, through today's Top 40, the singers have something for all audiences. Join the Singers for their Spring Pops Concert as they weave jazzy arrangements of your favorite tunes into a light hearted tale of life as cruise ship entertainers aboard the USS Alexandria. Singing and dancing fun for the whole family. more...
Plays & Productions
Port City Playhouse
1819 North Quaker Lane • Alexandria, VA 22302
The Lab at Convergence
703-838-2880
A community theater which produces plays that challenge and stimulate audiences, illustrate the cultural diversity of society, and convey a strong message to the public. This theater company won the 2003 Ruby Griffith award for All Round Production Excellence for its production of Harold Pinter's Betrayal. more...Little Theatre of Alexandria
600 Wolfe Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
703-683-0496
Non-profit community theatre. more...Medieval Madness
1121 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
Located 3 Blocks from the Alexandria Metro Station
571-257-8869
Enjoy a medieval feast while laughing the night away with this live comedy show set in the 15th century. Sword competitions and more will make this an evening to remember. more...Old Town Theater Alexandria
815 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
Originally built in 1914, renovated in 2012, now an incredible live venue with all the amenities you expect, but with the ambiance of a 1914 theater in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. more...
Antique Shows & Auctions
Antiques in Alexandria
6715 Commerce Street • Springfield, VA 22150
703-548-7469
This annual antique show takes place in March and features over 60 antiques dealers from around the country displaying and selling their wares. more...
Arts & Crafts Shows
Annual Holiday Jewelry Sale
305 Madison Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
703-683-1780
Features handmade jewelry created by Art League students and teachers. more...
Sponsored By: The Art LeagueAnnual Holiday Ceramic Sale
305 Madison Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
703-683-2323
Features one-of-a-kind ceramic vessels and sculptures created by students and ceramics associates of The Art League School. The ceramics sale is one of the highlights of Artête weekend, showcasing works by more than 35 artists. more...
Sponsored By: The Art LeagueAlexandria Arts Safari [Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013]
105 North Union Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
Located at the Torpedo Factory
703-838-4565
This family event celebrates diversity and creativity in Alexandria and includes art demonstrations, lots of hands-on activities for children and adults, and architectural and archeological tours. more...
Festivals & Fairs
Memorial Day Jazz Festival
1A Prince Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at Waterfront Park
703-838-4686
This special event features unique American music played by jazz ensembles and orchestras that present a great diversity of jazz styles.Ballyshanners Irish Festival [Saturday, Aug. 10, 2013]
703-237-2199
A fun festival that offers plenty of Irish-style food and entertainment. more...Art on the Avenue [Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013]
Located on Mount Vernon Avenue
703-683-3100
Celebrate the diversity of the community during this multicultural arts festival where artists and artisans of all kinds will discuss their works and demonstrate their crafts. This event also includes a variety of culinary specialties and musical performances. more...
Parades
Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Located at the Alexandria Waterfront
703-838-5005
Watch over 50 colorfully and imaginatively decorated boats parade by Alexandria's waterfront during this holiday event that also features several prizes awarded to the boats and music entertainment. more...Scottish Christmas Walk Parade
418 South Washington Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
Located at the Campagna Center
703-549-0111
This parade honors Alexandria's Scottish heritage and features over 100 Scottish clans dressed in tartans and playing bagpipes. This Christmas event also includes living history reenactment units, antique cars, musical performances, and children's events. more...George Washington Birthday Parade
Located in Old Town
703-549-7662
A part of the Washington birthday celebration, this is the largest parade in the nation which is held in honor of the United States' first president and Alexandria's hometown hero. This parade features marching bands, floats, military and reenactment units, Masonic groups, equestrian entries, antique cars, and those portraying George and Martha Washington. more...
Tours
Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours
Located in Old Town
703-746-4242
Come and enjoy the warmth and beauty of the holiday season at festively decorated historic sites in Old Town Alexandria during these self guided candlelit tours which last for three days and highlight the decorative, social, musical, and sentimental aspects of the holidays reminiscent of 18th and 19th century Alexandria.Historic Garden Week
421 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
703-549-2289
Tour more than 250 of Virginia’s most beautiful gardens, homes, and historic landmarks during this event which lasts nine days. All of the houses feature magnificent, unique flower arrangements created by local garden clubs. more...
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