Alexandria Spotlight

Alexandria Calendar of Events

Alexandria has many wonderful events that take place in the city. With popular annual events like the Scottish Walk Parade, the George Washington Birthday Celebration, and the fall Festival of the Arts plus new events, performances and even chocolate tastings, you will find something to do all year long! Sign up now to be notified of upcoming events, special offers on shopping, dining and other exciting ways to Access Alexandria.

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Thursday Date Night Special - $20

  • May 23, 2013 to May 30, 2013 (Every Thursday)
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday
  • Times: 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
  • Venue: La Bergerie
  • 218 N. Lee Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: 703-683-1007
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Thursday May 2nd - 8oz Black Angus Culotte Steak with Crispy Shallots and Red Wine Sauce. Thursday May 9th - Tempura of Soft Shell Crab with Lemon Risotto and Heirloom Tomato Coulis. Thursday May 16th - Roasted Pork Tenderloin stuffed with Apricots and Goat Cheese served with Port Sauce. Thursday May 23rd - Copper River Salmon with Wild Rice and Pancetta Sauce. Thursday May 30th - Duck Confit served with Shiitake Mushroom Polenta and Rosemary Sauce. 750ml bottles of wine under $100 are discounted 40%. Neither entree specials nor wine specials can be combined with any other discount, coupon or discount 'Gift Certificate'.

Live Music at King Street Blues

  • May 19, 2013 to May 31, 2013 (Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday)
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Friday,Saturday and Sunday. All shows start at 9 p.m.
  • Venue: King Street Blues
  • Admission: No Cover
  • 112 N. Saint Asaph Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: 703-836-8800
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Live Music! Friday May 17, Girl X |  Saturday May 18 Alpha Dog Blues Band | Friday May 24 Casey O'Neal.

Doggie Yappy Hour at Jackson 20

  • May 21, 2013 to October 31, 2013
  • Times: 5 p.m.
  • Location: Jackson 20
  • Venue: Jackson 20
  • 480 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
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Doggie Yappy Hour at Hotel Monaco/Jackson 20 has become an Old Town institution. This community event is a howlin' good time, where neighborhood regulars meet with guests from around the world. Come join the party. Doggie Yappy Hour is held in our courtyard on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5 p.m., from April through October. Complimentary doggie treats and fresh water keep our canine friends happy, while Jackson 20's Bar Menu ensures a fun gathering for all.

Alexandria Family Fun Day & 5K

  • May 19, 2013
  • Times: 7:30 a.m.
  • Venue: Cameron Run Regional Park
  • Admission: 5K: $35 before May 4, $40 after; 5K walkers $30; 1-mile Kids' run: $15; Tot Trot $10
  • 4001 Eisenhower Avenue
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: 703-587-6405
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RunningBrooke and the Alexandria Rotary Club pair up once again to bring you this most flat and scenic timed 5K run. Bring the family and run together! There is also a 5K walk, a 1-mile kids' course, and a 100-yard Tot Trot with fun activities. And, fresh pancakes afterward!

Monkey See Monkey Do, Children’s Opera

Monkey See Monkey Do is a one-act opera by award winning Texas born composer Roberto X. Rodriguez. It is based on the classic folk tale of the Hat Seller and the Monkeys. The opera is derived from the Mexican version of the old folktale and the libretto, written in English, incorporates sections of the Spanish language. This is the 4th most frequently performed modern-day opera for students in America. This children’s opera was created for family audiences and is a stirring musical and visual treat. The score blends elements of Mexican traditional folk melodies with the contemporary style of the composer. The musical score encourages audience participation, the combination of English and Spanish is ideal for the introduction of language study, and the exposure to the Mexican culture fits perfectly into any humanities curriculum.

Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Concert

  • May 19, 2013
  • Times: 3 p.m.
  • Admission: $20 adults, under 18 free
  • Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Road
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: 703-799-8229
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Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4, Op. 58 with Pianist William McDaniel Ottorino Respighi: Fountains of Rome Christopher Weiss: Suite No. 1 from "In a Mirror, Darkly", (World Premiere) William McDaniel: Death by Water (Inspired by T. S. Elliot's Part IV of The Waste Land) (World Premiere)

Anita King-Live Jazz

Anita King’s soulful and melodic voice has swept across the Washington D.C. area and brought her to sing in legendary venues across the United States and Europe, as a member of award winning choral ensembles and at events as large as presidential inaugurals, the Vatican or even the Super Bowl.

10,000 Maniacs at The Birchmere

  • May 24, 2013
  • Times: 7:30 p.m.
  • Location: Birchmere
  • Venue: Birchmere
  • Admission: $
  • 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue
  • Alexandria, VA 22305
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10,000 Maniacs is a Multi-Platinum US-based alternative rock band, which formed in 1981 in Jamestown, NY. Performing live at The Birchmere May 24, tickets available online.

A Tribute to the Music of Motown

BRENCORE Entertainment returns to The Carlyle Club for yet another evening of MOTOWN Music featuring The BRENCORE ALLSTAR BAND. In case you missed the last performance the sold out crowd is still reeling from the Tribute to Smokey Robinson, Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Tami Terrell, Rick James, Michael Jackson and more. This new Tribute will be even more exciting with new artists added. Hurry and make your reservations for BRENCORE Entertainment's Tribute To The Music of MOTOWN.

Comedy Zone Revue with Kier

  • May 24, 2013 to May 25, 2013 (Recurring daily)
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Friday-Saturday 7 & 10 p.m.
  • Venue: Old Town Theater
  • Admission: $27
  • 815 King Street
  • Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: 703-544-5315
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One of our up and coming comics for a show not to be missed. Guaranteed to be talking about it on Monday!

5th Annual Yard Sale at Del Ray Artisans gallery

YARD SALE / PLANT SALE / BAKE SALE: Saturday, May 25, 8 a.m. -2 p.m. FREE admission and open to the public. Need that one of kind unique gift? Someone’s trash is another’s treasure. Stop by the Del Ray Artisans yard sale (outside near 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria), rain or shine! Profits support Del Ray Artisans. For information on volunteering, contact Lesley at Volunteers@TheDelRayArtisans.org. For details on the event, visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org/YardSale

A new Terre de Provence Olive Oil Tasting With Sabrina

Mark your calender for Sabrina Irby’s return from France. She plans a not-to-be-missed tasting with a new harvest of her unique olive oils. Her artisanal productions exceed most Extra Virgin Olive Oil standards and have won prizes in European competitions. And as many of you know from her events, Sabrina always arrives with new seasonal recipes for you to taste that showcase each olive oil. As soon as she sends her recipes, we will post them on our website under Cuisinette Recipes Tasting is open to everyone, so come in between 10AM to 3PM to meet Sabrina, taste her oils and sample her recipes. Both the Picholine Extra Virgin Olive Oil and her Carmargue blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil will be discounted 20% today in the shop and online.

Jazz Concert at Christ Church

Pickerington Ohio High School Central Jazz Band to play after the 10 a.m. service on May 26. Revel in the sounds of this fantastic jazz band.

Special Event -- Band of America's Few

The Band of America's Few will perform patriotic selections in celebration of Memorial Day on the Museum's parade deck. Free admission, free parking. Museum store and restaurants available.

Memorial Day Service

Rain or shine, join us for a Memorial Day Service of Morning Prayer in the Wilkes St. Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 27. From Duke St., take S. Henry St. to the next light, turn right on Wilkes St., and go to the end. There is street parking before the cemetery and parking along Wilkes St. and S. Payne St. before the cemeteries.

Mike Tony Echols Project-Live Jazz

Considered one of the most creative bassists in the area, Mike Tony Echols brings a lot of funk to the stage!

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