Annual Events

Below are some of the can't‑miss events in Alexandria.
Each entry includes the event website, when to expect it in 2025 (or its typical season), and a brief snapshot.

Bands and Brews
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Bands and Brews

Del Ray’s summer bar crawl that features live music and drink specials at 20+ restaurants. Normally held around the end of summer.

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Well Ray
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Well Ray

The Well Ray Festival is a celebration of health and fitness in Del Ray.

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Art on the Avenue
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Art on the Avenue

A Del Ray regional multicultural arts and music festival held on the first Saturday of October in the heart of the historic Del Ray neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia.

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George Washington Birthday Parade
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George Washington Birthday Parade

The oldest and larges George Washington Parade in the country. The parade features drum corps, color guards, bands, community and fraternal organizations, youth groups, local merchants, city dignitaries, and General Washington and Martha Washington.

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Old Town Festival of Speed & Style
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Old Town Festival of Speed & Style

This high-energy festival is a celebration of speed, style, music, food, and fun—offering a thrilling, immersive experience that is free to the public.

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Alexandria & USA Birthday Celebration
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Alexandria & USA Birthday Celebration

Experience this one-of-a-kind Alexandria event filled with live music, food and drink vendors and a grand finale — a fireworks display on the Potomac River. Admission is free.

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Alexandria Art Festival
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Alexandria Art Festival

Alexandria is recognized as one of the country's premier artistic hubs. All artwork is juried, which provides a higher level of quality, diversity and creativity of art on display. These gifted artists represent regions from all over the country. This show is rated as one of the top 100 art shows in Sunshine Artist Magazine.

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Del Ray Halloween Parade
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Del Ray Halloween Parade

One of Del Ray’s favorite traditions, the Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade, takes place along Mount Vernon Avenue, beginning at E. Bellefonte Avenue. Children, pets, and decorated strollers are invited to march and show off their costumes! This parade ends with live music and an award presentation at the Mount Vernon Rec Center field. This hometown favorite event is a must-see!

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