From the annual Alexandria Film Festival to free crafting, author events and a sold-out Banned Book Speakeasy, this fall weekend in Alexandria is packed with plenty of interesting activities. Catch an independent film, try a candle-making workshop or attend Sunday morning jazz brunch.
Discover all that’s happening in your community this weekend (Nov. 7-9), from events and entertainment to live music and more.
The 19th annual Alexandria Film Festival kicks off this weekend with over 60 film screenings in store, from immersive documentaries to experimental films.
Three days of screenings start tomorrow (Friday) and run until Sunday, Nov. 9. Tickets cost $16.79 at each venue, while an all-festival pass costs $85. Federal workers affected by the government shutdown may also receive complimentary tickets at the box office with a valid government ID, while supplies last.
Good Sunday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: A slight chance of showers before 8 am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. East wind 5 to 7 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%. Partly cloudy tonight, with a low around 60. East wind around 6 mph, becoming calm after midnight.
The Alexandria Film Festival is set to make MetroStage‘s new theater its permanent home starting in 2026.
According to a press release published by both organizations, this four-day event, which showcases independent features and short films from around the world, will be the first “In Residence” arts organization to share space with MetroStage.
