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Events in Alexandria, VA

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From annual parades to art shows, live music, theater, history events and holiday celebrations, Alexandria never stops buzzing. Explore our calendar below, filled with festivals, special tours and more.

Plus, roll up your sleeves at workshops and classes around town and discover great deals for your visit.

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05/22/2025AND06/22/2025
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Explore weekly happenings like trivia nights, open mics and more at local favorites.

Poster with a black-and-white photo of hands playing electric guitar. Text promotes live music performances featuring Rook Richards, Mondays to Thursdays, 5-8pm at Mason Social, 1106 King Street. No tickets required.
January 20 - December 29, 2025
Mason Social
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Lost Boy Cider’s “Live Music Fridays” poster with musician photos and dates: Moon Daddies 2/4, Mike Setti 2/11, George Katsos 2/18, Round About 2/25. Music is 7-9pm, 317 Hooffs Run Drive, ALX.
April 18 - December 19, 2025
Lost Boy Cider
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Event flyer with a bookshelf background. Text reads: between the wines literary cocktail hour. Specially-priced bar bites & drink menu. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays | 5:00 - 7:00 PM. White YM logo in the top right corner.
September 18 - May 21, 2025
The Study
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