Recreation Events & Activities

Visitors to the historic district are encouraged bike, walk or take the Metrorail Yellow or Blue lines to the King Street Station and take the free King Street Trolley, or DASH or Metro buses to the festival. For DASH schedule information, call 703.370.DASH or visit dashbus.com. For Metrobus schedule information, call 202.637.7000 or visit wmata.com. Parking is also available in one of the convenient parking garages or lots.

Bicyclists may visit alexandriava.gov/localmotion for the City's Bikeways Map, which features the City's best on-street and off-road bikeways, as well as locations of grouped bicycle parking.

For additional information, call the sponsoring organization for more information.  For events sponsored by the City of Alexandria, call the Special Events Hotline at 703.746.5592 for current information. Please be advised, events are subject to change.

Also see our website for more information, including schedules for RPCA-sponsored classes and activities.

Date    TimeEvent
Aug 28, 2025 Thu
CANCELLED: Creative Development: Sustainable Art Painting
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to repurpose discarded food into sustainable materials, sparking creativity while fostering environmental responsibility.
Sep 1, 2025 Mon All-DayRPCA Closure: Labor Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Labor Day.
Sep 6, 2025 Sat 11 a.m.Annual Dog Swim
Friendly dogs of all sizes will enjoy an end-of-summer dip in the pool! Please click the register button below to book a free session for your canine companion. Registration is per dog, not per person. *All dogs must have proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination*
Sep 11, 2025 Thu 7 p.m.Beautification Commission Meeting
Beautification Commission Meeting
Sep 12, 2025 Fri 7 p.m.All Things Teen Wellness
An evening of sports, games, crafts, music, and food—plus resources and activities designed to support teen mental health and wellness. Teens and their parents or guardians can get active, try creative projects, and connect with tools to start the school year strong.
Sep 18, 2025 Thu 4 p.m.DASH Block Party 2025
DASH is hosting the Block Party to thank our riders and community partners for their ongoing support, especially with this marking the third consecutive record-breaking year for DASH ridership.
Sep 20, 2025 Sat 10 a.m.Tons of Trucks 2025
The City of Alexandria will host its ninth annual Tons of Trucks event on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chinquapin Park (3210 King St.). The event is FREE to the public!
Sep 27, 2025 Sat 11 a.m.Annual Dog Swim
Friendly dogs of all sizes will enjoy an end-of-summer dip in the pool! Please click the register button below to book a free session for your canine companion. Registration is per dog, not per person. *All dogs must have proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination*
Oct 9, 2025 Thu 7 p.m.Beautification Commission Meeting
Beautification Commission Meeting
Oct 13, 2025 Mon All-DayRPCA Closure: Indigenous Peoples' Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Nov 11, 2025 Tue All-DayRPCA Closure: Veterans Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Veterans Day.
Nov 13, 2025 Thu 7 p.m.Beautification Commission Meeting
Beautification Commission Meeting
Nov 26, 2025 Wed All-DayRPCA Closure: Thanksgiving Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Day Before Thanksgiving Day.
Nov 27, 2025 Thu All-DayRPCA Closure: Thanksgiving Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Thanksgiving Day.
Nov 28, 2025 Fri All-DayRPCA Closure: Day After Thanksgiving
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Day After Thanksgiving.
Dec 11, 2025 Thu 7 p.m.Beautification Commission Meeting
Beautification Commission Meeting
Dec 24, 2025 Wed All-DayRPCA Closure: Christmas Eve
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Christmas Eve.
Dec 25, 2025 Thu All-DayRPCA Closure: Christmas Day
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for Christmas Day.
Dec 31, 2025 Wed All-DayRPCA Closure: New Year's Eve
Click here to view RPCA's operating hours for New Year's Eve.

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