Photo by Misha Enriquez for Visit Alexandria
Get ready for some holiday shopping in Old Town Alexandria on Plaid Friday!
After the big turkey dinner on Thanksgiving, the holiday rush will be on to find the perfect and unique gifts for those special someones on your list.
In Alexandria, it's not Black Friday, it's Plaid Friday, Nov. 28 in Old Town Alexandria.
Celebrate Plaid Friday, when shoppers find huge deals while supporting the local business community. Taking place the day after Thanksgiving, Plaid Friday in Alexandria began in 2009 as a way to highlight Alexandria’s vibrant independent retail scene, by offering discounts that compete with big box deals on Black Friday.
The name “Plaid Friday” comes from the idea of weaving together many small businesses to create one creative fabric that reflects the diversity of Alexandria. This year, more than 50 locally owned boutiques and shops will offer huge deals and unique finds to kick off the holiday season.
Some shops will open at 6 a.m., giving early shoppers a chance to score the best deals and have the most selection to choose from. Organized by our Old Town Boutique Community, some participating stores include:
Bellacara
Bishop Boutique
Bloomers
Boxwood
Era
fibre space
Made in ALX
Mint Condition
Penny post
Pink and Brown
Pippin Toy Co.
Red Barn Mercantile
Shop Made in Virginia
The Hive
To plan your visit and see the full list of participating businesses, visit https://oldtownboutiquecommunity.com.
Old Town Boutique District located in historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. is the region’s top retail destination featuring over 50 unique shops showcasing one-of-a-kind items and hard-to-find brands. From home décor, fashion, jewelry, beauty, children’s apparel, home, food, wine, gifts, and more.
