Summer in Alexandria! Here Are Five Events We Won't Miss.

Summer in Alexandria is such a special time of year. The hustle and bustle of visitors from near and far ignite a new energy, restaurants pour out onto King Street with outdoor dining, and the beauty of the water is on full display during these months. I feel that the spirit of Alexandria is really embodied during the summer and we as residents should get out there and enjoy it! Lucky for us, there are a ton of opportunities to do just that. Below are five events that I am looking forward to this summer. 

Taste of Del Ray

June 2, 1-3pm

Mount Vernon and Oxfords Avenues

Admission: $15 Adults, $5 kids

One of Virginia Living Magazine’s top food festivals in the state! 18 top local restaurants.

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image courtesy George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Spring Garden Party

June 15, 6:30-8:30pm

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Upper Garden

Members: $175, Non-Members: $200

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres curated by Michelin-starred chef and owner of Washington D.C.'s MasseriaNicholas Stefanelli paired with wine made by AldenAlli.

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Portside in Old Town Summer Festival

June 22, 2-8pm

Waterfront Park

Free Admission

Kick off summer with live music, beer, local food, and art and history activities!

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image courtesy Visit Alexandria

Alexandria’s 270th birthday celebration

July 13, 7-10 pm

Oronoco Bay Park

Free Admission

Enjoy live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, patriotic birthday cake, food vendors, and a firework display!

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Old Town Arts and Crafts Fair

July 27, 10am-6pm

Waterfront Park

Free Admission

Shop dozens of vendors from pottery and paintings to recycled jewelry and glass products, and much more!

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My Top Picks for Recurring Summer Events

 

Trivia Nights at Historic Sights

Every two weeks on Fridays 7-9pm between May 21 through August 23

Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden

Tickets are $7 and includes one drink ticket

Register early! Space is limited.

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The Late Shift: Summer Party at Torpedo Factory

June 14, July 12, and August 9, 7-10pm

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Free Admission

Gallery talks, artist receptions, music, live performances, and hand-on art making on all three floors.

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Waterfront Beer Garden by Port City Brewing Company

June 28-30, and July 5-7. Fridays 5-8pm, Saturdays 12–8pm, Sundays 12-4pm

Waterfront Park

Free Admission, plus cost of food and drink

Enjoy craft beer plus local food and entertainment.

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