Upcoming Events

Race in the Alexandria Activate! YMCA 5K

10/06/2025 - 8:30am - 12:00pm
Cameron Run Regional Park on Eisenhower Ave
Join the YMCA Alexandria in its third annual Activate! Alexandria 5k run/walk on Saturday, October 6th  at 8:30 am. The race starts and finishes at Cameron Run Regional Park on Eisenhower Ave. Help us support the YMCA Alexandria in its fight against childhood obesity and have fun at the same time. For the younger kids, there is even a 50 yard dash with awards for all participants! More...

Art on the Avenue

10/06/2025 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Art on the Avenue is a multicultural arts and music festival that features more than 350 area artists and craftspeople selling their original works. Enjoy three stages of live music, free children's craft activities and enertainment , artists' demonsrations and more! It is held on Mount Vernon Avenue between Hume and Bellefonte Avenues. More...

1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery Program

10/06/2025 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site 4301 W. Braddock Road.
Learn about army life for Union artillerymen stationed in the Defenses of Washington at Fort Ward Museum's living history program, "Civil War Artillery with the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery." The reenactors of the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery portray the duties and soldier life of a regiment that was stationed at Fort Ward during the Civil War. More...

Learn How to Start Your Own Business with START IT UP: An Introduction to Entrepreneurship!

10/10/2025 - 6:00pm - 11/14/2012 - 8:30pm
T.C. Williams High School (3330 King Street)
In case you or anyone you know or work with is interested in starting a business...please note that the ACPS Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center is offering START IT UP: An Introduction to Entrepreneurship! More...

Senior Citizens Law Day - "Alexandria for a Lifetime"

10/13/2012 - 8:30am - 12:15pm
FIrst Baptist Church of Alexandria, 2932 King Street Alexandria
Join local experts to explore opportunities for aging well in the Alexandria community by accessing the myriad services available to assist and protect yourself and your loved ones. More...

Bring your kids to learn about yoga and healthy eating at YoKid Challenge!

10/14/2012 - 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave
We challenge you to join us for 108 Sun Salutations! Get motivated to get moving by learning about the importance of setting goals. After taking on the Challenge, enjoy lots of free yummy snacks while learning how healthy food can be fun & delicious with Whole Foods Market Healthy Eating Specialists. More...

Senior Services of Alexandria's Oktoberfest!

10/16/2012 - 5:30am - 8:30am
Port City Brewing Company 3950 Wheeler Avenue Alexandria VA
Enjoy a tour and tasting event at Port City Brewing Company, with proceeds benefiting Senior Services of Alexandria's Meals on Wheels Program. More...

Alexandria Shelter Walk for Homeless Animals

10/21/2012 - 9:00am - 11:00am
Market Square in Old Town 301 King Street Alexandria, VA 22314
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) will host the first-ever Alexandria Shelter Walk for Homeless Animals. The new event will raise awareness about pet overpopulation in Alexandria and surrounding areas, and the thousands of homeless animals the AWLA cares for each year until they find permanent homes. More...

President George Washington and the Press

10/24/2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St.
Lecture: Infamous Scribblers: President George Washington and the Press. Harry Truman once said "the only thing new is the history we do not know." Professor Henriques shows that even George Washington was not exempt from severe attacks in the press. Washington's attitude and relationship with the press is another way of better understanding our remarkable first President. More...

Tea with Martha Washington

11/04/2025 - 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St.
Ever wonder how the first First Lady entertained her guests? What is the proper way to hold a teacup with no handles? Here is your chance to experience history with Martha Washington as she discusses 18th century tea customs as well as clothing of the period. 18th century tea includes the museum's special blend of tea, pound cake, dried fruit, and assortment of cookies. More...