Looking to make the most of your time in Alexandria this weekend? From Thursday, April 17, through Sunday, April 20, the city is bustling with activities as Spring Break continues for students and Easter weekend arrives. Whether you’re searching for family fun like egg hunts and Easter Bunny meet-and-greets, planning a night out featuring live music or trivia, seeking unique workshops, or want to browse the local farmers markets, there’s plenty to explore.
Check out our detailed rundown below for times, locations, and more. Reminder – If you attend any of these events or activities, be sure to let someone know that you found out about it on ALXnow!
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Thursday, April 17
Things To Do
- 12 p.m.: Line Dancing at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 3 p.m.: Old Town North Farmers Market at Montgomery Park
- 5 p.m.: Paws & Play: Spring Fling for Dogs at Embassy Suites Old Town
- 5:30 p.m.: Alexandria Oddball Cinema – The Phantom of the Open at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 6 p.m.: Nerdy Knotters – Knitting and Crochet group at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: Protecting Your Peace: A conversation with Amanda Miller Littlejohn at ALX Community – Waterfront Location
- 6 p.m.: Art+Wine+Cheese: – Come to Nepenthe to See an Exciting New Acquisition! at Nepenthe Gallery
- 6:30 p.m.: Pages & Pints at Port City Brewing Company
- 6:30 p.m.: Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop at PlantHouse
- 7 p.m.: Great Books Foundation Discussion Group – “The 7 Deadly Sins Sampler”, a Great Books Anthology (virtual)
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Mike Kelley & Friends at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Trivia at 7:30 p.m.
- Aslin ALX: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 p.m.
- Beeliner Diner: Bingo at 7 pm
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Andy Branigan at 7 p.m.
- Evening Star Cafe: Jeff Wells and Company at 8:30 p.m.
- Galactic Panther Art Gallery: Rap is Poetry Open Mic Night at 8 p.m.
- Hops N Shine: Trivia at 6:30 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Ken Kilpatrick Trio at 6 p.m.
- Lena’s: David Manley and Mauro Miranda at 6 p.m.
- Lost Boy Cider: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Murphy’s Pub: Pat Garvey at 8:30 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Punk Rock Band Night: Undoll, Fields And Forests, Punk Rock And The CIA at 9 p.m.
- Port City Brewing Company: Monty Python Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere Music Hall: The Aristocrats at 7:30 p.m.
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria: Much Ado About Nothing at 8 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- All Day: ACPS Spring Break (No School for Students)
- 1:30 p.m.: Hawaiian Star Dancers
- 5:30 p.m.: ARHA Redevelopment Work Group
- 5:30 p.m.: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting
- 7 p.m.: Meaningful Conversations:Building Your Own Network
Friday, April 18
Things To Do
- 11 a.m.: Brewers’ Cut – Spruce Tips Golden Ale Release at Port City Brewing Company
- 1:30 p.m.: Film – “Blitz” at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 6:30 p.m.: Wright at Twilight at Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House
- 6:30 p.m.: Boozy Bonsai Workshop at PlantHouse
- 7 p.m.: George Katsos performs at Lost Boy Cider
- 7 p.m.: Guided Meditation with Cats at Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe & Wine Bar
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Bobby Thompson Trio at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Another Fine Mess at 9:30 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Larry Thomas Duo at 9 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: David Andrew Smith Duo at 9:30 p.m.
- Flipside: Karaoke at 8 p.m.
- Galactic Panther: New Junk City, The Social Club, Celebration Summer, Curse Words at 8 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: The Satin Doll Quartet at 7:30 p.m.
- Lost Boy Cider: George Katsos at 7 p.m.
- Makeda Restaurant: Mesfin & Tsehay at 10 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: Steep Canyon Rangers at 7:30 p.m.
- The Light Horse: Supernova at 9:30 p.m.
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria: Much Ado About Nothing at 8 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- 1 p.m.: Back To Work Hiring Event
- 5 p.m.: Friday Family Fun Night at the Pool
Saturday, April 19
From ALXnow – Easter Weekend in Alexandria: A roundup of what’s happening for dining and family fun
Things To Do
- 7 a.m.: Old Town Farmers’ Market at Market Square Plaza
- 8 a.m.: Del Ray Farmers’ Market at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
- 9 a.m.: Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market in Del Ray
- 10 a.m.: Running At The Brewery at Aslin ALX
- 10 a.m.: Discovering Alexandria Architecture Walking Tour at Carlyle House
- 10 a.m.: Alexandria Confined: Civil War Hospitals Walking Tour at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
- 10 a.m.: Easter Egg Hunt at Old Presbyterian Meeting House
- 10 a.m.: Fitness At The Brewery at Aslin ALX
- 10 a.m. Warwick Village Egg Hunt at Warwick Village
- 11 a.m.: Easter Cookie Decorating at Made in ALX
- 11 a.m.: Experience Easter Magic: Snap Your Own Photos with the Easter Bunny at Greenstreet Gardens
- 11 a.m.: Easter Family Outdoor Event at St. Andrews UMC
- 11 a.m.: Easter Egg Hunt at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
- 12 p.m.: Free Community Singing Workshop at Fairlington Presbyterian Church
- 12 p.m.: Lafayette at Woodlawn at Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House
- 2 p.m.: Peeps and Pommes Party at Lost Boy Cider
- 2 p.m.: Board Game Cafe at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 4 p.m.: Paws & Pints Adoption Event at Port City Brewing Company
- 8 p.m.: NOVA Symphony Orchestra Concert: Colors of Spring at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Bill Pappas Project at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Knox Engler at 9:30 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Bravenoise at 9 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Mike Richards at 9:30 p.m.
- Hops N Shine: Karaoke at 9 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Sharon Clark Trio at 7 p.m.
- Makeda Restaurant: Negussie & Nani at 10 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: Steep Canyon Rangers at 7:30 p.m.
- The Light Horse: A Night To Forget at 9:30 p.m.
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria: Much Ado About Nothing at 8 p.m.
- The Sevareid House: Bombadil at 8 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- 9 a.m.: Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance
- 10 a.m.: Specialty Tour: A Magical Apothecary
- 10 a.m.: Spring Fling
- 10:30 a.m.: Nature Play
Sunday, April 20
From ALXnow – Easter Weekend in Alexandria: A roundup of what’s happening for dining and family fun
Things To Do
- 8:30 a.m.: West End Farmers Market at 4800 Brenman Park
- 9 a.m.: Four Mile Run Farmers’ Market at Four Mile Run Park
- 12 p.m.: Meet The Easter Bunny at Hops N Shine
- 1 p.m.: Kids Arts & Crafts at Hops N Shine
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Kev Powe Thang at 9 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Black Coffee at 10:30 a.m.
- Galactic Panther: Fantazma, Zipa, and The Armor at 3 p.m., Open Mic at 7:30 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Steve Zubrick at 11:30 a.m., Walt Johnson Trio at 6 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Karaoke at 10 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- No meetings or activities scheduled
