Good Saturday morning, Alexandria!
⛈️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 75 degrees. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Partly cloudy tonight, with a low around 56 degrees. Southwest wind 3 to 5 mph.
🚨 You need to know
Ben Brenman Park will be buzzing with activity today as Alexandria hosts its Eco-City Festival. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., residents can enjoy this free, family-friendly event that showcases sustainable programs and teaches eco-friendly practices.
The festival offers a mix of fun and education, with activities ranging from an electric vehicle (EV) showcase to test drives of the latest EVs, e-bikes, and scooters. Visitors can also engage in hands-on games that focus on sustainability.
Over 50 vendors and exhibits are spread across two main areas: the Field Area and Electric Avenue. Here, attendees can interact with local organizations, businesses, and city departments that are championing green initiatives.
The Field Area is home to booths representing various environmental causes. Don’t miss the Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) Electric School Bus and DASH Electric Bus on display in the EV Showcase.
For EV enthusiasts, Electric Avenue is the place to be. Major manufacturers like Ford, GM, Hyundai, and Nissan have dealership tables set up. Visitors can sign up for test drives and check out micromobility options like e-bikes and scooters.
Families will find plenty to keep them entertained, including a bounce house, rock climbing wall, and bike-powered art activities. When hunger strikes, local food trucks are on hand to provide refreshments.
City departments are also getting in on the action. The Office of Climate Action, Planning and Zoning, and Transportation and Environmental Services are offering information on flood action, water quality, and resource recovery initiatives.
Organizers encourage attendees to use sustainable transportation to get to the event. For those cycling, there’s a convenient bike valet service available on-site.
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📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on this weekend in Alexandria.
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.
