Del Ray Holiday Kick Off

Kick off the holiday season with Del Ray’s community Christmas tree and Menorah lighting, carols, and more at the Del Ray Holiday Kick-Off on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, located at Mt. Vernon Avenue and E. Oxford Avenues.

After the event, get an early start on holiday shopping and stroll Mount Vernon Avenue as it is lit with thousands of luminarias in honor of the late Nancy Dunning.

In the spirit of the season, participants are urged to bring new, unwrapped toys for the Alexandria Sheriff Department’s Operation Elf; and travel-size toiletries and non-perishable foods (including breakfast bars, oatmeal, cereal, ground coffee, Coffeemate creamer, hot sauce, salad dressing, individual bagged chips, and healthy snacks) for Carpenter’s Shelter.

The event is free and open to all.