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Del Ray

Del Ray is "Where Main Street Still Exists" with made-for-strolling Mount Vernon Avenue dotted with independent shops, the Del Ray Famers Market and a booming restaurant scene. Our favorite time to visit is for weekend brunch. Check out our blog post for suggestions about the best spots for brunch, including several that are in Del Ray. Del Ray is also known as “Well Ray” for its large community of holistic health businesses.

Eclectic shops and signature events like Art on the Avenue contribute to an artsy ambiance. Del Ray hosts the popular "First Thursday" events, in which every first Thursday of the month a new festival takes to the streets, attracting visitors and locals alike in search of family fun and a splash of local culture.

On the north side of Del Ray, find shows at America's legendary music hall, The Birchmere in the area known as Arlandria, also popularly known as Chirilagua, for the El Salvadoran village that was at one time home to many of its residents where now, small shops and restaurants with an international flavor line its streets.

From the Blog:

Living Like a Local in Del Ray

In Alexandria’s colorful Del Ray neighborhood, family, creativity and locally-owned are the name of the game, with tons of shops, events and restaurants dotting the streets, that are both great for newcomers and beloved by residents.

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Take a Walking Tour of Del Ray’s…

Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood is an eclectic and walkable neighborhood filled with an extraordinary art scene.

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Explore Art Deco Architecture in…

Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood is a funky community full of some extraordinary architecture, including classic and authentic Art Deco buildings.

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Arlandria Top 9: Your Guide to…

Arlandria may sound like a magical land in a fairy tale, but the Alexandria neighborhood just north of Del Ray is very real, authentic and off the beaten path.

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Del Ray Events:

First Thursdays in Del Ray

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Cinema Del Ray Outdoor Movies

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10th Annual Del Ray Music Festival

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Del Ray Gems

Here are just some of the top spots to check out

Birchmere Music Hall Known for hosting the biggest names in country, R&B and folk, this legendary 500-seat music hall puts guests mere feet from the performers on stage. Learn More ›

Del Ray Farmers Market Held year-round on Saturday mornings, this farmers market offers locally grown produce plus fresh meats, eggs, pasta and sauces, baked goods, eggs and… More ›

First Thursdays Find live music, delicious food and family-friendly entertainment at this free event along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray from 6 to 9 p.m. the first… Learn More ›