Alexandria-based nonprofit Campagna Center is excited to announce its 54th annual Taste of Scotland fundraising event on Friday, Dec. 5 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. at the ALX Community Atrium. Sponsored by Passport Auto and dozens of other supporters, this beloved holiday tradition marks the official kickoff to Alexandria’s Scottish Christmas Walk Parade, which benefits Campagna’s educational programs that serve more than 2,000 under-resourced children and families each year.
Campagna Center, now in its 80th year, has strengthened Alexandria through education and community engagement. Their programs, including Early Head Start, Head Start, Wright to Read, Campagna Kids, Building Better Futures, and New Neighbors, collectively provide essential resources to local families in need. In the 2024-2025 school year alone, the center supported 2,242 individuals, the majority from households earning between 100% and 200% of the federal poverty level, helping families gain access to a quality education and build a pathway to economic stability.
To further this mission, Campagna Center puts on its signature fundraising event, the Taste of Scotland, an evening of celebration and community. Guests will enjoy tastings of more than 30 Scotch varieties and other whiskeys from around the world, along with festive entertainment and engaging activities. Additional event highlights include:
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Expert-led whisky education and interactive experiences from Macmillan Spirit House
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Festive catering and an open bar with beer, wine, and holiday-inspired drinks
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Games and prizes, including a Scotch tasting challenge to test your palate
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Opportunities to mix and mingle with sponsors, supporters, and Scottie, Campagna’s Scottish Christmas mascot
Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite plaid and enjoy an evening rich in holiday and Scottish spirit. All proceeds from the event support Campagna Center’s work.Tickets start at $150 per person, and the event is open to guests 21+.
The celebration continues the following day, Saturday, December 6th, with the Scottish Christmas Walk sponsored by Wegmans. The parade will include a festive line-up of bag-pipers, dancers, clans, and decorative floats to celebrate Alexandria’s Scottish heritage. The parade is produced in partnership with Visit Alexandria, the City of Alexandria, and Campagna Center.
The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs until 1 p.m. in Old Town and is free and open to the public.
For more information visit https://www.campagnacenter.org
Event Details:
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Location: ALX Community Atrium, 277 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Tickets: $150+ per person
Sponsorships and Tickets: www.campagnacenter.org/
alexandria-scottish-christmas- walk-parade Guests must be over 21+
Social media (IG): @CampagnaCenter
About Campagna Center
Campagna Center, one of Alexandria’s oldest nonprofit organizations, equips children and families with a comprehensive set of tools to help them thrive and succeed. Since 1945, we have served the community by offering a range of programs that foster a dedication to learning among children, youth, and adults. Over 2,000 children and families take advantage of our services every year.