Calendar of Events

Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
Dec 4, 2023 Mon 11:00 AMSharing in the Delight of the Season
The very nature of art is to share. Something created presented to others who might appreciate. The holiday season simply underscores this most human interchange. Gifting, whether an ornament or a whimsical sculpture, a functional pasta bowl or a mug, is a sacred transaction, a one-of-a-kind joy. Objects worthy of gifting are central to our December ...
Dec 6, 2023 Wed 7:00 PMFamily Holiday Magic Show
Join us at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum for a free holiday magic show, performed by professional magicians who are members of Ring 50, the DC-area chapter of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Free, registration recommended.
Dec 9, 2023 Sat 10:00 AMBreakfast with Santa
Santa and his elves are making a stop at Mt. Vernon Recreation Center for a morning of holiday cheer and breakfast!
Dec 9, 2023 Sat 11:00 AMCelebrate with Santa
Kids won’t want to miss this fun special interactive show to include Santa’s favorite sing along songs, holiday craft making, and Santa’s favorite story time telling.
Dec 9, 2023 Sat 11:00 AMKwanzaa How-to Workshop
Learn about the origins, concepts, practices, and foods of Kwanzaa and leave knowing how to do your own celebration.
Dec 9, 2023 Sat 12:00 PMChristmas in Camp at Fort Ward
Get in the holiday spirit and learn how Christmas was observed during the Civil War at Fort Ward Museum’s annual Civil War Christmas in Camp program.
Dec 10, 2023 Sun 2:00 PMColonial English Hand Bell Ringers “A Cool Yule”
The Colonial English Handbell Ringers proudly present “A Cool Yule” concert for the 2023 holiday season.
Dec 10, 2023 Sun 4:00 PMColonial English Hand Bell Ringers “A Cool Yule”
The Colonial English Handbell Ringers proudly present “A Cool Yule” concert for the 2023 holiday season.
Dec 15, 2023 Fri 12:00 PMSenior Ugly Sweater Party
Experience the joy of the season at our Ugly Sweater Party, a festive event for seniors.
Dec 16, 2023 Sat 7:00 PMA Very Merry ALX Jazz Fest
Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of jazz as talented musicians take the stage, captivating your hearts with their melodic tunes. Additionally, prepare to be moved by mesmerizing spoken word performances that will inspire and uplift.
Dec 17, 2023 Sun 1:00 PMOld Town Gingerbread Decorating
Learn about local architecture as you decorate a flat “façade” (front) based on historic buildings around Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.
Dec 25, 2023 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas Day
City Offices Closed for Christmas Day
Dec 26, 2023 Tue 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas
City Offices Closed for Christmas
Dec 30, 2023 Sat 11:00 AMFriendship Firehouse Museum Open
Friendship Firehouse Museum is open! Whether looking for fun activities during winter break or things to do with visiting family, be sure to stop by. Young visitors will receive a free fire hat.
Dec 31, 2023 Sun 12:00 PMOlde Year's Day
The whole family can celebrate the close of 2023 at Torpedo Factory Art Center. Find hands-on activities, meet artists working in their studios, enjoy music, get yourself the gift you really wanted, and get inspired for 2024!
Dec 31, 2023 Sun 2:00 PMFirst Night Alexandria
First Night Alexandria, the largest family-friendly and affordable New Year's Eve Festival of Music and More event in the region, returns as a celebration showcasing performing arts throughout Old Town in the City of Alexandria.
May 27, 2024 Mon 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Memorial Day
City Offices Closed for Memorial Day
Jun 19, 2024 Wed 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed Juneteenth Holiday
City Offices Closed in observance of Juneteenth Holiday
Jul 4, 2024 Thu 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed Independence Day Holiday
City Offices Closed for Independence Day Holiday
Sep 2, 2024 Mon 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed Labor Day Holiday
City Offices Closed for Labor Day Holiday
Oct 14, 2024 Mon 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day
City Offices Closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day
Nov 28, 2024 Thu 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 29, 2024 Fri 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Dec 24, 2024 Tue 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas Day
City Offices Closed for Christmas Day
Dec 25, 2024 Wed 12:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas
City Offices Closed for Christmas

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