Local events, outings and more in and around Alexandria. Come explore with us!
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May 15, 2024 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Hybrid, Lecture, Virtual
Just after midnight on June 6, 1944, American paratroopers were dropped behind enemy lines to prepare for an invasion force that would arrive at dawn. The Soldiers’ mission was to capture roadways and establish river crossings to support the D-Da... Read more
NARA
May 15, 2024 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Art, Dance, Fitness
This ballet class is targeted to the advanced beginner but higher levels are welcome. A basic knowledge of the discipline is suggested. Read more
Local Motion Project
May 16, 2024 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Farmers' Market
See you at the market! Rain or Shine, Year Round! Read more
May 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Outdoors, Workout, Yoga
Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. A gentle flow yoga class. We will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water, a to... Read more
Carlyle House
May 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Art
A very warm welcome to one of our favorite grandmother artists!! Phyllis Bachand is here all the way from her beautiful hometown of Ponte Vedra, FL with new works to share, collectors to enchant and stories to share related to her career as an ar... Read more
Nepenthe Gallery
May 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Food & Drink/Restaurants/Dining Out, Trivia
Join us for one hour of Jeopardy-style trivia - with our adoptable rescue cats. After trivia, enjoy some bonus cat playtime! Read more
May 16, 2024 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Books, Lecture, Virtual
Established by the Army Air Force in 1943, the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) program opened to civilian women with a pilot’s license who could afford to pay for their own transportation, training, and uniforms. Despite their highly devel... Read more
UNC Press
May 17, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
May 18, 2024 7:00 a.m. - noon
Market
The Old Town Farmers' Market at Market Square Plaza outside Alexandria City Hall has been running continuously for more than 260 years. Read more
May 18, 2024 8:00 a.m.
Year-round farmers' market in Del Ray. Read more
Courtesy of Del Ray Farmers' Market
May 18, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
May 18, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fitness, Workout
Take an introductory class in Okinawan Self Defense Karate from a 9th Degree Karate Master who has taught martial arts for over 45 years. His students include US Embassy Security personnel, US Marines, First Responders, and people like you. Ther... Read more
Robert Roberto Curtis, Virginia Dojo
May 18, 2024 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
May 18, 2024 10:00 a.m. - noon
Outdoors
In honor of National Preservation Month, join Carlyle House and Lee-Fendall House on a tour of “Lost Alexandria.” Explore parts of the historic neighborhoods of The Berg & Parker-Gray. Learn why these buildings were not preserved. Tours begin... Read more
May 18, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Out and About
WHAT: Owners of six Woofie’s franchises in Northern Virginia are hosting “Paws in the Park,” a pet adoption event on May 18 (rain date May 19), hoping to bring awareness for the need that local animal shelters have for “furever” families for th... Read more
Woofie's
May 18, 2024 noon - 4:00 p.m.
Education
Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria as we explore looking at the various Architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the... Read more
Carlyle House Historic Park
May 18, 2024 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Bars, Day Trips, Food & Drink/Restaurants/Dining Out
Frühlingsfest is back for year 3 of celebrating the lagers we love most. Sip into a selection of crisp, springtime beers brewed by Aslin and 15 of our best craft buds from around the country. Read more
Aslin Beer Co.
May 19, 2024 8:00 a.m.
Friends of Dyke Marsh organizers lead bird walks every Sunday morning. Read more
May 19, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Four Mile Run Farmers' Market is held every Sunday in Four Mile Run Park. Read more
May 19, 2024 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Form, function, and fun! Through a variety of movement explorations, this class is aims enhance your relationship to your body. With a focus on quality of movement, each class aims to increase mobility, strength, balance, flexibility- and joy!... Read more
May 19, 2024 noon - 4:00 p.m.
With the destruction of the Mansion House Hotel in the 1970s and an extensive restoration by NOVA Parks, Carlyle House reemerged into Alexandria’s line of sight as one of the grandest buildings in Old Town. During your self-guided experience, lea... Read more
May 19, 2024 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Made in ALX is hosting its first youth art shows -- one for high school students, one for students in grades K - 8! Read more
May 20, 2024 7:00 a.m.
The Monday Birdwalk takes place every week, rain or shine. Read more
May 20, 2024 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Live Music
Rook will be performing live music every Monday at Mason Social from 5-8pm! Swing by for the music, stick around for the all day Happy Hour and Monday Night Football! Read more
Rook Richards
May 21, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
NoVa Parks
May 21, 2024 6:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Our Contemporary Modern classes blend the foundations of modern dance with contemporary styles. These classes encourage participants to work on technique as well as musicality, improvisation, and dynamic movement. Each teacher brings their own hi... Read more
May 22, 2024 noon - 1:00 p.m.
May 22, 2024 7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
May 23, 2024 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
May 23, 2024 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
May 24, 2024 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
May 25, 2024 7:00 a.m. - noon
May 25, 2024 8:00 a.m.
May 25, 2024 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
May 25, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
May 25, 2024 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
May 25, 2024 10:00 a.m. - noon
May 25, 2024 noon - 2:15 p.m.
Workout, Yoga
Honest Soul Yoga and The Army Historical Foundation invites you to take a moment to de-stress by enjoying an afternoon of yoga at the Museum. Yoga is a valuable tool for reducing stress and increasing overall health and fitness. Join trained ins... Read more
Honest Soul Yoga
May 26, 2024 8:00 a.m.
May 26, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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