Calendar of Events

Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
Oct 17, 2024 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations: Children & Youth
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Oct 18, 2024 Fri 6:00 PMPolice-Mental Health Collaborations in Alexandria
Community Listening Sessions are events for community members to share their thoughts, concerns, and recommendations on law enforcement, civilian oversight, and public safety in Alexandria. The Office of the Independent Policing Auditor (AIPA) invites community members to learn, share concerns, and engage with a panel of City of Alexandria employees ...
Oct 26, 2024 Sat 7:00 PMDeath at the City Hotel
While the City Hotel (now Gadsby's Tavern Museum) was a hotel during the Civil War, it still saw it's share of deaths. Through activities and storytelling, learn about Civil War-era deaths at the hotel and what they reveal about changing medical and grieving practices of the time.
Oct 30, 2024 Wed 8:00 PMPoe in Alexandria
Don't miss an unforgettable evening with America’s earliest master of the macabre - Edgar Allan Poe! Actor David Keltz returns to The Lyceum’s lecture hall to re-create Poe’s visit to Virginia in 1849, shortly before his death. This year’s performance will include short stories, poems, musings, and literary criticism.
Oct 31, 2024 Thu 4:00 PMLee Street Closure
Lee Street will be closed from 4pm - 9pm between King Street and Franklin Street for pedestrian safety on Halloween (Thursday, October 31). Please note, this is not a city-produced event.
Oct 31, 2024 Thu 8:00 PMPoe in Alexandria
Don't miss an unforgettable evening with America’s earliest master of the macabre - Edgar Allan Poe! Actor David Keltz returns to The Lyceum’s lecture hall to re-create Poe’s visit to Virginia in 1849, shortly before his death. This year’s performance will include short stories, poems, musings, and literary criticism.
Nov 1, 2024 Fri 6:30 PMSpecialty Tour: Hamilton's BFFs & Frenemies
Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
Nov 2, 2024 Sat 6:30 PMSpecialty Tour: Hamilton's BFFs & Frenemies
Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
Nov 21, 2024 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations: African American History
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Nov 23, 2024 Sat 1:00 PMAlexandria Cider Festival
Celebrate Virginia Cider Week! With a special tasting event on the grounds of historic Lloyd House in Old Town Alexandria. Event ticket includes cider tastings, live music, a tasting glass, and a little history too!
Jan 15, 2025 Wed 4:00 PMMartin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Commemorative Pro
On January 15, 2025, The City of Alexandria and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Planning Committee hosted a community celebration of the life, dream, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Dr, Alexandria.
Jan 16, 2025 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations: Refugees and Immigrants
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Feb 20, 2025 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations About Racism
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Mar 20, 2025 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations: Loving Our Neighbors
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Apr 17, 2025 Thu 7:00 PMMeaningful Conversations:Building Your Own Network
Join us as we resume our meaningful conversations that explore and celebrate the diversity of cultures and peoples in our area, address the attitudes and behaviors that still divide us, and seek remedies grounded in the recognition that we are one interconnected, interdependent human family.
Apr 24, 2025 Thu 12:00 PMDays of Remembrance for Victims of the Holocaust
The City of Alexandria will observe the 36th Annual Ceremony of Commemoration Days of Remembrance for the victims of the Holocaust.

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