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Alexandria Events
January
The Holidays at Mount Vernon
703-780-2000
George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
The Washington's' seasonal entertaining is authentically interpreted daily, including Christmas Day and New Year's Day; the rarely seen third floor is open, and ginger cookies and hot cider are served around the bonfire near a replica of a Valley Forge military encampment.
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for exact dates.
Lee Birthday Celebration
703-548-1789
Lee-Fendall House Museum, 614 Oronoco
Celebrate the birthdays of Revolutionary War hero Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee and his son, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. Meet the guests of honor, tour the home and enjoy live period music and refreshments. 2-4 p.m. Call for exact dates.
February
George Washington Birthday Celebration
703-991-4474
A city-wide celebration for Alexandria's favorite son. Call for exact date and schedule.
Ceremony Honoring the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution
703-549-6670
Presbyterian Meeting House, 321 S. Fairfax St. 11 a.m. Admission Free.
Ceremony held at the grave of the Unknown Soldier of the Revolutionary War. Call for exact date and schedule.
George Washington's Farewell Address
703-991-4474
201 South Washington Street. Admission Free.
A reenactment that has become an Alexandria tradition. 11 a.m. and 12 noon. Call for exact dates
George Washington Birthday Parade
703-991-4474
Admission Free
The largest parade honoring the first president and Alexandria's hometown hero features marching bands, floats, military and reenactment units, Masonic groups, equestrian entries, antique cars, and of course, George and Martha Washington throughout Old Town Alexandria. 1 p.m. Call for exact dates.
March
Annual Needlework Exhibition
703-780-4000
Woodlawn Plantation, 9000 Richmond Hwy., Mount Vernon. Admission Charged.
The largest and most prestigious needlework exhibit in the country. View amateur and professional stitchery at the plantation George Washington gave to his granddaughter, Eleanor "Nelly" Custis Lewis. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Call for exact dates
Annual Antiques in Alexandria
703-548-7469
Episcopal High School, Flippin Field House, 3901 W. Braddock Rd. Admission Charged.
Features 60 dealers from around the country and includes early American furniture
11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thu.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for exact dates.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration and Parade
703/ 237-2199
The parade starts at 12:30 p.m. at King and West sts and proceeds east on King to N. Fairfax. Admission Free.
Join the festivities throughout Old Town, including the Fun Dog Show at 10:30 a.m. at Market Square, and Classic Car Competition, also at 10:30 a.m. on N. Royal and Pitt streets.
April
Family Easter Egg Hunt
703-548-1789
Garden of the historic Lee-Fendall House, 614 Oronoco Street. Admission Charge for children, adults free.
Children of all ages invited to look for colorful eggs in the garden of the historic Lee-Fendall House, 614 Oronoco St.
Hunt begins promptly at 1 p.m. (Canceled in case of inclement weather.) Call for exact date.
Annual Historic Garden Tour of Alexandria
703-549-2289
This tour features seven privately-owned Old Town homes and gardens, one historic church and four historic properties.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for exact date.
Mount Vernon's Annual Gardening Days
703-780-2000
Admission Free. The estate's annual garden sale, including plants grown from historic cuttings, plus this is the only time the Orangerie, Washington's greenhouse, is open to the public.
Call for exact dates and hours
Annual Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair
703-836-2176
301 King St. Admission Free.
More than 70 crafters display wares including painted clothing, stained glass, watercolors, jewelry, pottery and more at Market Square.
Open 1-6 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. with live music from 1 to 4.
Call for exact dates
May
Lantern Tours
703-838-4242
Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St. Admission Charged.
These popular candlelight tours, offered Friday nights, focus on tavern life in the 18th century.
Call for exact dates and hours
Annual Memorial Day Jazz Festival
703-883-4686
Fort Ward Park, 4301 W. Braddock Rd. Admission Free.
Performers include the Army Blues Jazz Ensemble, Yvonne Johnson, Doc Dikeman Big Band, Al Williams and the Village Jazz Band.
1-8 p.m. Call for exact date.
June
Civil War Camp Day
703-838-4848
Ward Museum & Historic Site, 4301 W. Braddock Road. Admission Charged.
Living history program featuring Union and Confederate reenactors and civilian interpreters. This late-war event features camp scenes, children's games, period music, vignettes, firing demos and tours of the fort. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for exact date.
Annual Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront
703-549-8300
Oronoco Bay Park, Union and Madison Streets. Admission Charged.
Jazz, rock & roll and oldies, visiting tall ships, living history exhibits, children's events, arts & crafts, and concession stands
6-11 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. Call for exact date
July
USA & Alexandria Birthday Celebration
703-883-4686
Bay Park, Union and Madison Streets. .Admission Free
Celebration starts at 4 p.m. with a festival saluting Alexandria's ethnic diversity at 4 p.m. The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra presents 'Swinging on the Waterfront,' a salute to Big Bands with swing dancers at 9 p.m. Grand finale with "1812 Overture" and fireworks at 10 p.m. Call for exact date
Annual Virginia Scottish Games
703-912-1943
Episcopal High School, 3901 W. Braddock Rd. Admission Charged.
Alexandria celebrates its rich Scottish heritage with one of the nation's largest exhibitions of Scottish culture. See the Retreat Parade featuring bagpipe bands, Highland dancing with hundreds of competitors, a British antique auto show, dog events, clan tents, concession stands and the kirkin o' the tartans church service. Call for exact date and times
August
Tavern Day at Gadsby's Tavern Museum
703-838-4242
Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St. Admission Free.
A day of tavern life with displays, activities and programs. Noon-4:30 p.m. Call for exact date.
Carlyle Housewarming
703-549-2997
Carlyle House Museum and Historic Park, 121 N. Fairfax St. Admission Free.
Music, refreshments and costumed interpreters bring Carlyle House alive, recalling when John Carlyle and his bride Sarah Fairfax moved into their newly built mansion in 1753. Noon-4:30 p.m. August 1-15, 2004. Call for exact date.
Annual Friendship Firehouse Festival
703-838-4994
107 S. Alfred St. Admission Free.
See antique fire-fighting equipment, crafts, displays and live music with special treats for children. Call for exact dates and hours.
September
Alexandria Festival of the Arts
703-838-5005
King Street, "Old Town" Historic District. Admission Free.
Join more than 150 local and nationally known artists for this two day, outdoor art festival featuring paintings, sculpture, jewelry, glassware, photography and more! 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for exact dates.
Annual Tour of Historic Alexandria Homes
703-683-5544
Old Town. Admission Charged.
Tour some of the city's most beautifully restored and decorated homes. 10a.m.-3 p.m. Call for exact dates.
18th-Century Fair at Mount Vernon
703-780-2000
Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens. Admission Free.
Several juried artisans demonstrate their crafts and sell their wares, with Colonial music, a variety of entertainment, including fire-eaters and grave robbers, and hearty food. George Washington's 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call for exact dates
October
Art on the Avenue
703-683-3100
Mount Vernon Avenue. Admission Free.
Multicultural arts festival celebrating diversity through the arts in the Potomac West community. Artists and artisans of all kinds discuss their work and demonstrate. Also features tastings from restaurants and musical performances. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Call for exact dates.
Alexandria Arts Safari
703-838-4565
Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St
Admission Free. Art demonstrations, lots of hand-on activities for children and adults as well as architectural and archeological tours. This family event celebrates the diversity and creativity in Alexandria. Call for exact dates and hours.
November
Historic Alexandria Antiques Show and Sale
703-549-5811
Holiday Inn & Suites, 625 First St. Admission Charged. Features dealers from around the country with a preview party.
Noon-8 p.m. Fri. and Sat.; noon-5.p.m. Sun. Call for exact dates
December
Holidays at Mount Vernon
703-780-2000
Washington's Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens. Admission Charged
The Washington's' seasonal entertaining is authentically interpreted daily, including Christmas Day and New Year's Day; the rarely-seen third floor is open, and ginger cookies and hot cider are served around the bonfire near a replica of a Valley Forge military encampment. George. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for exact dates.
Plantation Christmas and Family Holiday Buffet
703-550-9220
Gunston Hall Plantation, 10709 Gunston Road, Lorton. Admission Charged
Celebrate the season with a tour of the candle-lit house, cider by the glowing fire, open-hearth cooking demonstrations, and carriage rides. Buffet of Yuletide fare also available. 6-10 p.m. Call for exact dates.
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