You know Del Ray is serious about wellness. As the president of the Del Ray Business Association, I am so fortunate to work alongside so many amazing entrepreneurs and experts focused on providing our community with a wide variety of wellness services. But, Well Ray isn't just about Del Ray. It's about Alexandria. Businesses from across the city are taking over five blocks in Del Ray this Saturday, June 11, between 9am and 2pm. This is your chance to ask that question, get to know a new business owner, enjoy a quick massage, talk to a coach, pick up some free samples, and much more! We're pumped. You're pumped. Let's go! If you're not convinced, here are ten surprising things you may not have known about Well Ray to get you out the door on Saturday: 

1. Watch a skateboarding show by DC Wheels in Skaters Alley, just off East Mount Ida Avenue.

2. Satisfy your sweet tooth with healthy treats. And, if you just need a cupcake, we'll have those on hand too at the Sweet Relief Truck.

3. Take a free fun fitness class with options ranging from 90's hip hop dance 101 to beginners meditation, family boxing, Capoeira, and more! Military families and Veterans: Don't miss VEToga's Hatha yoga class! Learn more about each class and reserve your spot now on Eventbrite.

4. Pamper yourself with a free mini-massage or Reiki energy treatment. Not sure what Reiki means? Stop by the Wellness Junction booth to find out!

5. Bring your dog and have them try the obstacle course or get a K-9 massage at the corner of Mount Vernon Avenue and East Raymond Avenue.

6. Discover LIGHTSIDEOUT, a new local fashion label committed to ecosystemic change and supporting the Afghanistan refugee community in the Washington, D.C. area.

7. Grab organic beauty samples from multiple vendors and learn how Holistic Hair Salon recycles up to 95 percent of their beauty waste!

8. Snap an Instagram-worthy picture at multiple photo zones with fun themes like Mindful Modern Living's tropical escape or VIP Magazine's photo zone, featuring an 80's themed dance party for kids!

9. Get the kids moving with the rockwall, soccer activities, fitness competitions, and family classes. And, of course, we'll have face painting too!

10. If you sign-up and attend a free class, you'll be entered into a raffle for a gift basket with gift certificates to wellness stores around town, including $100 to Tranquil Healthcare Medspa and a gift from Athleta!

Rain or shine, we'll see you there!