This weekend, May 9 to May 11, Alexandria offers a diverse lineup of activities, from outdoor festivals and farmers’ markets to an abundance of live music performances.
Residents and visitors can enjoy unique experiences like “Cocktails by Candlelight,” tarot readings, and various craft workshops. Sunday is also Mother’s Day, with several events specifically tailored to celebrate moms, including special markets, teas, and concerts.
Things To Do This Weekend in Alexandria: May 9 – 11
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Friday, May 9
Alexandria choirs unite for inaugural ‘One Voice’ festival
Things To Do
- 10 a.m.: Trash Trekkers – Burke Branch Walking and Litter Pickup Club at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: Cocktails by Candlelight at Gunston Hall
- 6 p.m.: Tarot Readings at Mt. Purrnon Cat Cafe + Wine Bar
- 6:30 p.m.: Wright at Twilight at Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House
- 7 p.m.: Alexandria Choral Society – One Voice Alexandria Choir Festival at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Rich Russman Band at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Two Much Feedback at 9:30 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Too Extra Band at 9 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Scott Erickson at 9:30 p.m.
- Epicure on King: Swingology at 6 p.m.
- Flipside Speakeasy: Karaoke at 8 p.m.
- Galactic Panther Art Gallery: Sing Into My Mouth: An Exhibit by Ravi Zupa at 6 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: The Satin Doll Quartet at 7:30 p.m.
- Lost Boy Cider: Michael Mulvaney at 7 p.m.
- Makeda Restaurant: Mesfin & Tsehay at 10 p.m.
- Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Pat Garvey and Powers & McLaughlin at 9 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Chay Vicious at 9 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: Countless Cabaret with Luann De Lesseps at 7:30 p.m.
- The Light Horse: Lights Out By 8 at 9:30 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- 10 a.m.: Grant Task Force Meeting
Saturday, May 10
Eco-City Festival to showcase Alexandria’s environmentally friendly initiatives
Del Ray Farmhouse & Garden to host ribbon-cutting
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.: Story Time for Little Historians at Alexandria Black History Museum
- 10 a.m.: Beyond the Battlefield: A Civil War Walking Tour of Alexandria at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
- 10 a.m.: Spring Art Market at Del Ray Artisans
- 10 a.m.: Friends of Barrett Library Spring Book Sale at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
- 10 a.m.: Fitness At The Brewery at Aslin ALX
- 10:15 a.m.: Alexandria – Viringia Housing Homebuying Seminar – Fairfax County at Sherwood Library
- 10:30 a.m.: Pedals & Pints at Handy Bikes
- 11 a.m.: Paint Your Pet’s Portrait in Watercolor at Made in ALX
- 1 p.m.: Bloomin’ Brews at Port City Brewing Company
- 2 p.m.: Mother’s Day Finds at Lost Boy Cider
- 2 p.m.: Made with Love: A Mother’s Day Soap Making Workshop at Made in ALX
- 2 p.m.: Board Game Cafe at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 2 p.m.: Sip & Wick Candle Making & Wine Tasting at Woodlawn Press Winery
- 3 p.m.: AYS, AYSO, & Flute Ensemble in Concert at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Holly Montgomery at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Starting Early at 9:30 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Black Coffee at 9 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Irresponsible at 9:30 p.m.
- Galactic Panther Art Gallery: Alexandria Alternative #003 “You Can Do It Too” at 7 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.
- Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Pat Garvey and Powers & McLaughlin at 9 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Metro to Paris at 9 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: BoDeans at 7:30 p.m.
- The Light Horse: Diplomatic Immunity at 9:30 p.m.
- The Sevareid House: Dan Navarro at 8 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- 10 a.m.: Eco-City Festival
- 10 a.m.: Specialty Tour: Peeling Back the Layers
- 10 a.m.: Story Time for Little Historians
- 10 a.m.: Duke Street Land Use Plan Pop-Up
- 8 p.m.: ACPS ACHS Prom at Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
Sunday, May 11
Things To Do
- Throughout the Day: Mother’s Day Brunch options at Hotel AKA Alexandria, Mason Social, Augie’s Mussel House, Urbano 116, and more.
- 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
- 9 a.m.: Mother’s Day Flower Market at Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria
- 1 p.m.: Del Ray Urban Sketchers at Del Ray Artisans
- 2 p.m.: Bath Bombs with Mom at Made in ALX
- 2 p.m.: Mother’s Day Tea & Concert at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
- 2:45 p.m.: Scottish Dance Classes for Kids at Dance Academy of Virginia
- 3 p.m.: The U.S. Air Force Band presents Chamber Players Series at Sherwood Regional Library
- 3:30 p.m.: Sunday Baby Time at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: Playing with Resin Workshop at Del Ray Artisans
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Kev Powe Thang at 9 p.m.
- Blackwall Hitch: Black Coffee at 10:30 a.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Colby Sard at 5 p.m.
- Galactic Panther: Open Mic at 7:30 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Steve Ragsdale at 11:30 a.m., Walt Johnson Trio at 6 p.m.
- Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Rook Richards at 9 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Karaoke at 9 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere: A Tribute to Frankie Beverly featuring Junie Henderson & Paul Bumbry and A.T.O.M. at 7:30 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- No events are scheduled.
