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Listed amongst the “Top 20 Most Romantic Cities in the US” by Amazon.com and hailed as a “Best Place for a First Date” by Washingtonian magazine, Alexandria is the perfect place for a great date. While you’re enjoying our majestic cobblestone streets and enchanting waterfront, partake in a wine tasting, experience a ballroom dance class or enjoy a night of music at one of our premiere concert halls. Check out more Great Date Ideas

A red trolley drives down a tree-lined street with shops, pedestrians, and lampposts on either side. People walk on sidewalks and cross the street under bright daylight. In the distance, water is visible.
Alexandria
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October 2 - December 31, 2026
Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site
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October 11 - March 14, 2026
1012 Madison Street 2nd Floor
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December 3 - February 15, 2026
King & Rye
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January 13 - March 31, 2026
Port City Brewing Company
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January 16 - February 15, 2026
Today's Cargo
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A row of brown glass bottles with pump dispensers and white labels sits on a long black tray atop a white table, flanked by digital scales and small plastic cups; plants and decor appear in the background.
January 16 - February 21, 2026
AR Workshop Alexandria
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Four hands weaving thick, chunky yarn pieces together on a white surface, creating a blanket. Text in the center reads “AR Workshop Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop®”.
January 17 - February 26, 2026
AR Workshop Alexandria
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January 19 - December 28, 2026
Port City Brewing Company
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January 21 - December 16, 2026
Port City Brewing Company
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A flat lay of embroidery supplies: colored embroidery floss, fabric, a marking pen, embroidery hoop, scissors, a tin box, needle, and an instruction sheet on a white surface.
January 21 - March 1, 2026
AR Workshop Alexandria
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January 23 - February 8, 2026
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Date Ideas

A man and woman enjoy outdoor dining at a waterfront table, smiling and toasting colorful drinks. Plates of food are on the table, with a blue sky, clouds, and distant shoreline in the background.

Romantic Getaway

A smiling couple walks arm-in-arm down a lively outdoor street lined with cafes, red umbrellas, and autumn trees, while other people stroll in the background.

Great Date Ideas For Foodies

A smiling man and woman sit at an outdoor restaurant table, clinking wine glasses. Plates of food, a wine bottle, and a vase of white flowers are on the table. String lights and brick wall are in the background.

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