On Saturday, December 3rd, a favorite Alexandria holiday activity returns: the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights. Annually, this festive event draws thousands of people along the waterfront in DC and in Alexandria as the crowds watch more than 50 beautifully decorated boats make their way down the Potomac. Guests can expect powerboats, sailboats, and […]
Just because Halloween is over doesn't mean that all zombies have retreated to their graves for the year. The Great Zombie Invasion DC brings the walking dead to the streets of the city—or, at least, residents dressed up in their most convincing undead makeup and costume. The Great Zombie Invasion invites participants to dress up […]
If you're all about craft beer, especially beer that is created locally, then you should spend your Sunday on a Tasting tour at Bluejacket Brewery. As featured at The Arsenal restaurant and bar, Bluejacket takes the time to experiment and develop a wide variety of brews in order to satisfy a broad range of palates. […]
From Seattle to Fort Lauderdale, The Whisky Extravaganza is traveling the country spreading the news about an up-and-coming spirit with roots that stretch far into history. The Whisky Extravaganza will bring its pours to the JW Marriott Hotel on Pennslyvania Avenue on Thursday, October 27th. If you want the chance to taste some of the […]
One of the biggest perks of living near a major city is the access to eclectic fare and craft beer. The Brooklyn Brewery Mash celebrates everything Washington, DC has to offer in this vein for this entire weekend, from October 6th to October 9th. If you're a lover of craft beer or fine fare, you […]
Art on the Avenue, voted Best in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine, is a must-visit, one-day festival that combines art, music, food, and local culture. Celebrating the diversity of the Del Ray neighborhood, Art on the Avenue is held on Mt. Vernon Avenue between Bellefonte and Hume, and features over 300 different artists, all selling […]
On Saturday, a festival designed for vegetarians hits Yards Park. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., more than 20 vegetarian-friendly vendors will set up shop in the park peddling a range of delicious food and drinks, and you can try craft popsicles, kombucha, vegan cheese, veggie burgers, and more. The day-long festival is a favorite […]
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra was established in 1954 with a simple goal: to bring music to everyone in Alexandria, even if they can't typically afford a night at the symphony. The Alexandria Symphony Family Fall Festival exemplifies this goal with its large lineup of live music, composed mostly of community groups. Music isn't the only […]
Lovers of ice cream and fine art converge at the Annual Alexandria King Street Art Festival each year for the Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser. Pay $15, and you'll not only enjoy scoops of artisanal local ice cream, but you'll also be able to bring home the bowl from which you scoop it, a handcrafted creation […]
Farmers’ markets are a great place to support your local neighborhood vendors and also grab some fresh local foods, so having a regularly occurring one in your neighborhood can be a real bonus, especially when moving to a new city. So, residents of The Shelby, be sure to check out the Old Town Farmers’ Market […]