Things to Do in Alexandria, VA

Alexandria, Virginia hosts approximately 350 upcoming events, with around 200 scheduled for the next 30 days. The program includes about 150 concerts and live music events, followed by roughly 60 community and social gatherings. Food and drink options account for about 30 listings, while seasonal holidays, theater performances, and nightlife make up the remainder. Only about 5% of these events are free to attend. Major venues featuring the most listings include Birchmere, Birchmere Music Hall, Birchmere Flex Stage, The Theater at MGM National Harbor, Hank Dietle's Tavern, and Shop Made in DC - Georgetown. Notable performers with upcoming dates feature The High Kings, Judy Collins, The Wood Brothers, Josh Ritter, The Seldom Scene, and others. This diverse schedule offers options for various interests within a city of about 160,000 residents founded in 1749.

City facts

Weather

63°F · Heavy drizzle · High 68° / low 57°F · 100% precip

Population

159,467 (2020)

Area

40.1 km²

Elevation

12 m

Founded

1749

Source: Wikidata