Alexandria Sidewalk Sale: 3 Days of Deep Discounts in Old Town
This year marks the 16th Annual Sidewalk Sale, and it’s bigger than ever. Until I began preparing this year, I didn’t realize I started it the summer my son was born. He was born on August 15, so I guess I squeezed it in before he arrived! When we started back in 2008, it was just a few of us: The Shoe Hive, fibre space, Red Barn, Bellacara, and a handful of others. We pulled a permit, set up sidewalk tables, and even scored free parking from the city. A lot has changed, but the unbeatable deals remain.
Now a collaborative effort between the Old Town Boutique District and Visit Alexandria, the event has grown to include over 31 stores, all offering the lowest prices of the year from August 8–10.
Expect 60–80% off at most participating boutiques, both indoors and out (don’t worry if a store doesn’t have tables outside, there are plenty of deals inside with air conditioning). Our store won’t have courtyard space this year, but we’ll still be offering serious steals.
If you’ve been to the Walkable Warehouse Sale in winter, think of the same great discounts—just with better weather.
View the full list of participating stores: Old Town Boutique District Sidewalk Sale
Want to shop beyond the Boutique District? Check out Visit Alexandria’s full city-wide listing
Pro tip: Make a day of it. Grab lunch, treat yourself to a post-shopping glass of wine at Sonoma Cellars, or toast with Champagne at Coco’s Parlour.
Mark your calendar: this is the final markdown before fall, and you won’t want to miss it!
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