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Halloween in Alexandria, VA

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Dating back to 1749, Alexandria, VA’s history is filled with remarkable stories and mysterious legends embedded in the brick-lined streets and centuries-old sites. This spooky season, embark on a lantern-led ghost tour, hear chilling stories at historic sites like Carlyle House and Gadsby’s Tavern Museum or show off your costumes at Halloween events around town. Voted a Travel + Leisure Top 10 Best City in the U.S. 2026 and a Condé Nast Traveler Top 2 Best Small City in the U.S. 2026, Alexandria is a welcoming escape next to our nation’s capital.

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