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Alexandria This Week: Softball showdown, Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair, and more (June 2-8)

By Ryan Belmore
Old Town Arts and Crafts Fair

Whether you’re looking to cheer on local teams at the Del Ray vs. Old Town Softball Battle, explore numerous live music options ranging from traditional Irish sessions to karaoke nights, engage with local governance at various city meetings, or celebrate Pride Month with a special drag dinner, the coming days are packed with opportunities for entertainment, community connection, and cultural enrichment.

Here’s a look at the activities happening in Alexandria from Monday, June 2nd, through Sunday, June 8th; enjoy!

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Alexandria Weekend Guide: Taste of Del Ray, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, and live music galore (May 30-June 1)

By Ryan Belmore
A sign in Del Ray (via Visit Del Ray)

Alexandria is gearing up for a busy weekend, offering a diverse range of activities from Friday, May 30, through Sunday, June 1.

Highlights include the highly anticipated 16th Annual Taste of Del Ray, the city’s 81st D-Day Commemoration, and a chance to see improv legends Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood at The Birchmere, alongside numerous live music performances, workshops, and farmers markets citywide.

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Alexandria’s Memorial Day Weekend: Your guide to events, entertainment, and observances

By Ryan Belmore
A street lined with American flags in Old Town, Alexandria. (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria is set to buzz with activity this Memorial Day weekend, offering residents and visitors a diverse lineup of events from Friday, May 23, through Monday, May 26.

This weekend has something for everyone, whether you’re looking to enjoy live performances from bands like The Manhattans, get creative at a boozy bonsai workshop, explore local history at the Lee-Fendall House, or attend a solemn Memorial Day ceremony.

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Speed, Style, Wellness & Art: Your guide to what’s happening in Alexandria this weekend (May 16-18)

By Ryan Belmore
The Old Town Festival of Speed and Style on May 22, 2022. (staff photo by James Cullum)

Get ready for a jam-packed weekend in Alexandria, with flagship events like the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, the Well Ray health and wellness festival, and the Tavern Square Art Fair headlining a diverse array of activities. 

Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a wellness seeker, an art lover, or just looking for some local fun, Alexandria has something for everyone this weekend.

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Reach Thousands of Alexandrians: Promote your event on ALXnow!

By Ryan Belmore
A paper calendar (Photo by Eric Rothermel on Unsplash)

Looking to attract more people to your upcoming local gathering? Submit it to ALXnow’s event calendar and connect with locals searching for things to do in our community. Thousands of Alexandria residents turn to our calendar when planning their activities.

ALXnow offers options to fit your promotional needs. Free basic listings help spread the word about your event. For those seeking premium visibility, paid promotional options are available, offering featured placement on the ALXnow website, in our email newsletter, and on our social media channels.

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ALXnow’s top stories this week in Alexandria

By James Cullum
The athletic fields at Episcopal High School (via City of Alexandria)

Welcome to Friday! Here’s a look back at our most-read stories of the week.

Our top story this week is on Episcopal High School being named a training site for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. To accommodate an international soccer team with a home-away-from-home atmosphere, the private school is asking the city for permission to install field lighting with 47 light poles between 40-to-100-feet-tall.

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Got an Alexandria event? Get it seen! Submit to ALXnow’s calendar and connect with locals

By ALXnow.com
A paper calendar (Photo by Eric Rothermel on Unsplash)

Looking to attract more people to your upcoming local gathering?

Submit it to ALXnow’s event calendar and connect with locals searching for things to do in our community. Thousands of Alexandria residents turn to our calendar when planning their activities. Free basic listings help spread the word about your event, while paid promotional options give you premium visibility with featured placement on the site, in our email newsletter, and on social media.

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Spring festivals, Star Wars runs, and live music pack Alexandria weekend (May 2-4)

By Ryan Belmore
4th Annual Alexandria Springtime Art Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3 (via Howard Alan Events)

Alexandria is gearing up for a bustling first weekend of May, offering residents and visitors a diverse slate of activities from Friday, May 2, through Sunday, May 4. Highlights include spring art festivals, bustling farmers’ markets, unique workshops, a “May the 4th Be With You” run, numerous live music performances across various venues, and the start of in-person early voting.

Organizing an event? Submit your event to ALXnow’s Event Calendar.

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These two businesses are hosting ribbon cuttings in Del Ray next month

By James Cullum
Dal Ray Farmhouse and Garden Center at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray (via Facebook)

Got an extra-large pair of scissors handy? There are two ribbon cuttings for local businesses along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray next month.

On May 10 at 10:30 a.m., expect a crowd to formally cut the ribbon at the Dal Ray Farmhouse Market and Garden at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue. The business opened last month and is owned by Jay Portlance, who also owns Del Ray Hardware across the street.

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ALXnow’s top stories this week in Alexandria

By James Cullum
Alexandrie firefighters battle fire on Duke Street (via Alexandria Firefighters, Inc. IAFF Local 2141)

Welcome to Friday in Alexandria. What a week we’ve been having.

To start things off, ALXnow broke the story of an Alexandria Police Department’s arson and burglary investigation after Sunday morning’s (March 30) shopping center fire that shuttered multiple businesses in the 5200 block of Duke Street.

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Things to do in Alexandria this week: March 10 – 16

By Ryan Belmore
The Boyle School of Irish Dance at Alexandria's St. Patrick's Day Parade in Old Town, March 1, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Saint Patrick’s Day festivities are in full swing this week, with live music and Irish step dancing performances, bar crawls, and other events planned ahead of the holiday.

For a full rundown of all the fun happening this week and weekend, head to the complete list of events and listings below. 

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