Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
Jan 12, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Sister Cities Committee Dundee and Helsingborg
In-person meeting
Jan 12, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Jan 13, 2026 Tue 6:30 p.m.Sub-Committee - Alexandria Sister Cities Committee
In-person meeting at La Pluma, 1000 Cameron Street
Jan 17, 2026 Sat 12 p.m.Alexandria Women's History Walk
Alexandria Celebrates Women (ACW) will continue its contribution to America’s 250th anniversary by leading a series of Women’s History Walks! Selected historic sites include the Ramsay House, the Carlyle House, City Hall, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Kate Waller Barret House, and others. Walk begins at the Alexandria Visitor’s Center at 221 King St. ...
Jan 23, 2026 Fri 6 p.m.Tavern Games Night: Bicentennial Mania
Join us for our Game Night series. Each Friday evening features tavern games, with a brief themed presentation and pub trivia around 7:30 p.m. Cash bar available during the event. Please note this event takes place up one flight of stairs in the historic Ballroom of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.
Jan 26, 2026 Mon 6:30 p.m.Sail250 Kick Off Event
Historic Alexandria will officially launch its America250 commemoration with a kick-off event at The Lyceum. The evening will feature Carly Fiorina, National Honorary Chair of the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission. This public program will set the tone for a year-long exploration of Alexandria’s place in the nation’s past, present, and future.
Feb 8, 2026 Sun 3 p.m.A Free Black History Month Concert
Singing the Journey: Still We Rise. Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices and the Office of Historic Alexandria’s Division of African American History for a concert celebrating African American music, history and culture in a concert exploring the themes of freedom, resilience, and joy, from the Civil War through the present day.
Feb 14, 2026 Sat 2 p.m.George Washington Birthday Parade
The George Washington Birthday Parade will be held on Saturday, February 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Old Town Alexandria! The theme of the parade is Virginia's Son ~ America's Founding Father, in honor of Washington’s leading role in the founding of the country during its 250th Anniversary Year.
Feb 14, 2026 Sat 6:30 p.m.George Washington Birthnight Dinner
Enjoy a four-course period inspired dinner with wine honoring Washington’s Birthnight at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. General Washington, portrayed by Brian Hilton, will be in attendance to share in the festivities. The evening will also include a keynote by Washington historian Ed Lengel. Cocktail attire recommended. $150 per person; purchase at Alexandriava.gov/Shop.
Feb 28, 2026 Sat 11 a.m.Family Program - Alexandria Black History Museum
Meet Authors Jeff Gottesfeld, and Michelle Y. Green along with illustrator and Howard University graduate Kim Holt, for a family program that highlights their new book; Fight for the Right to Read: Samuel Wilbert Tucker and the 1939 Sit-Down Stike for Library Reading Equality. This free program is suitable for families with children in second grade ...
Mar 21, 2026 Sat 8:30 a.m.Alexandria Forum: Nothing But Independence
The American Revolution in Virginia was more than a war – it was a revolution of ideas that continues today. The Alexandria Forum, in partnership with Emerging Revolutionary War, will share the history of Alexandria and Northern Virginia during this critical time in history, showcasing how these moments in time reverberate through today.
Jun 12, 2026 Fri All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jun 13, 2026 Sat All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jun 14, 2026 Sun All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jul 25, 2026 Sat 7 p.m.1776 Singalong & Discussion
In partnership with Emerging Revolutionary War, join us for a fun sing-a-long and panel discussion of 1776 (1972). This ground-breaking movie written by a history teacher, inspired Hamilton and provides insight into people and politics of the 18th and 20th centuries.
Dec 6, 2026 Sun 11 a.m.Tour Friendship Firehouse Museum
Tour Friendship Firehouse Museum. Visit the historic firehouse, originally home to the first volunteer fire company in town!

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