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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.