Signature Events

Alexandria's collection of signature events reflect the city's rich history and modern culture. See even more on the Calendar of Events.

January
Alexandria Winter Restaurant Week

February
George Washington Birthday Celebration - Washington's Birthday Weekend

March
St. Patrick's Day Parade - First weekend of March

April
Historic Garden Tour

July
An American Celebration at Mount Vernon - July 4
USA & Alexandria Birthday Celebration - Second weekend of July

August
Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week

September through Early November
Fall Arts Jubilee

September
King Street Festival of the Arts - Second weekend of September

October
Del Ray's Art on the Avenue
Halloween - Events at historic sites, boutiques, and Torpedo Factory Art Center

November
City of Alexandria Holiday Tree Lighting - Friday after Thanksgiving
Black Friday Sale - Friday after Thanksgiving

December
Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend  - First weekend of December
Holiday Boat Parade of Lights - First weekend of December

December 31
First Night Alexandria - New Year's Eve bash with hundreds of live performances