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ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

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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.

  • Birthnight Banquet and Ball
    134 North Royal Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
    Located at Gadsby's Tavern Musem
    703-838-4242
    Each year George Washington's birthday is celebrated in the ballroom where he and Martha once danced together. Period costumes are encouraged, and there will be plenty of time for dancing, with dance lessons also being offered through the museum. Reservations are essential.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Open House at Gatsby's Tavern Museum
    134 North Royal Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
    703-838-4242
    Celebrate George Washington's birthday in the same tavern in which he celebrated it during this unique annual event.

  • Salute 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.

  • Georgia Woodbine Book Signing
    P.O. Box 9882 • Alexandria, VA 22304
    877-904-3210
    Author/Motivational speaker Georgia Woodbine is scheduled for a book signing at Karibu Books in Bowie, Maryland on July 28th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. She will be giving a brief presentation and signing copies of her wonderful book, "How to make Big Bucks without Selling your Soul."

Cinema

  • Old Town Theater
    815 1/2 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
    703-683-8888
    The only classical and independent movie theater in Alexandria that offers food and alcoholic beverages. Come for the first-class films, stay for the unique dining, and enjoy spirited beverages at this theater that also features a gallery and a cafe containing art from world-renowned artists.

Concerts & Performances

  • Alexandria Ballet
    3421 Valley Drive • Alexandria, VA 22301
    703-379-8997
    This local ballet company performs an array of classic ballet, including the holiday favorite "The Nutcracker. Director Virginia Britton

  • 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.

  • Old Town Theater
    815 1/2 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
    703-683-8888
    The only classical and independent movie theater in Alexandria that offers food and alcoholic beverages. Come for the first-class films, stay for the unique dining, and enjoy spirited beverages at this theater that also features a gallery and a cafe containing art from world-renowned artists.

  • Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
    2121 Eisenhower Avenue, Suite 608 • Alexandria, VA 22314
    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.

Plays & Productions

  • Port City Playhouse
    1108 Jefferson Street • Alexandria, VA 22320
    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.

  • Civil War Camp Day
    4301 West Braddock Road • Alexandria, VA 22310
    Located at Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site
    703-838-4848
    A living history program which features Union and Confederate reenactors and civilian interpreters, as well as camp scenes, children's games, period music, vignettes, firing demonstrations, and tours of the fort. This event takes place each June.

  • Little Theatre of Alexandria
    600 Wolfe Street • Alexandria, VA 22314
    703-683-0496
    Non-profit community theatre.

Antique Shows & Auctions

  • Antiques in Alexandria
    3901 West Braddock Road • Alexandria, VA 22310
    Located at the Episcopal High School
    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.

Arts & Crafts Shows

  • 18th Century Fair at Mount Vernon
    Located at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
    703-780-2000
    More that 70 juried artisans demonstrate their crafts and sell their wares during this two-day arts and crafts event that includes Colonial music, a variety of entertainment, including fire-eaters and sword-swallowing; and hearty food.

  • Needlework Exhibition
    9000 Richmond Highway • Alexandria, VA 22310
    Located at Woodlawn
    703-780-4000
    The largest, most prestigious, and longest running needlework exhibit of its kind in America, this event takes place annually in March and features artists from around the globe displaying their needlework and compete for honors.

Festivals & Fairs

  • Red Cross Waterfront Festival
    Union and Madison Streets • Alexandria, VA 22310
    Located at Oronoco Bay Park
    703-549-8300
    A wonderful annual festival which takes place in June and features live music, visiting tall ships, fireworks, children's events, concerts, arts and crafts, and refreshments. This festival draws more than 80,000 visitors each year and is rated by Family Magazine as being the best family event in the metropolitan area.

  • Juneteenth Commemoration
    900 Block of Wythe Street • Alexandria, VA 22310
    703-838-4200
    On June 19, 1865, slaves in Texas first learned of their emancipation more than two years after Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth commemorates this joyous day in African-American history and this family oriented, fun filled celebration includes music, a reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, entertainment, and food.

Parades

  • 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.

Tours

  • Tour of Historic Alexandria Homes
    Located in Old Town
    703-683-5544
    Tour some of the most beautifully restored and decorated homes in Alexandria during this annual tour of homes.

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