Holiday Events in Alexandria, VA

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Alexandria, Virginia, is where you’re merry-meant to be this holiday season

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On the Potomac River waterfront minutes from Washington, D.C., Alexandria twinkles with holiday traditions and festive events.

Named the “Perfect Town for a Hallmark Christmas Movie” by Southern Living and one of the top “Cities That Go All Out for Christmas” by Condé Nast Traveler, Alexandria will bring your Hallmark Christmas movie dreams to life. Stroll along centuries-old brick-lined streets in Old Town Alexandria, a nationally designated historic district reminiscent of a European Christmas village.

Duck into cozy restaurants decked out for the holidays throughout Alexandria’s neighborhoods and shop small at more than 100 independent boutiques that provide personalized service and curated gift selections.

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Good Housekeeping named Alexandria, VA, one of the best places to travel in December 2024 to enjoy the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade, Holiday Boat Parade of Lights and other events filled with holiday magic.

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