Alexandria Real Estate Forum

06/19/2026

Looking for something unique to do this weekend?

The Smithsonian is celebrating the Summer Solstice with extended hours across museums on the National Mall. Visitors can explore exhibits, enjoy special programming, and experience some of the nation's most iconic museums after dark.

Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the DMV, this is one of those special events that reminds us why the Washington region is such an incredible place to live.

📅 Friday, June 19 & Saturday, June 20
⏰ Open until 11:00 PM

Learn more: Smithsonian Summer Solstice Events https://www.si.edu/events/solstice

12/06/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!
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12/06/2025

The holiday season is hear and the City of Alexandria is ready with two signature parades, part of the city's Biggest Holiday Weekend.

December 6, 2025
Parade starts at 5:30 p.m.
Dockside festivities 2 to 8 p.m.
Old Town Alexandria Waterfront
Old Town Alexandria’s historic waterfront will shine for the 25th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights sponsored by Amazon as dozens of brightly lit boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline. Enjoy dockside festivities in Waterfront Park including food, activities and more.

For more information, go to https://visitalexandria.com/holidays/boat-parade/

12/06/2025

ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2025

Alexandria’s Biggest Holiday Weekend is this Saturday with the 54th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Parade in the morning and the 25th Annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights in the evening. Significant road closures, no-parking zones, and traffic pattern changes will be in effect throughout Old Town.

Scottish Walk Parade (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
• Step-off: S. St. Asaph St. & Wolfe St.
• Conclusion: Market Square (King & Royal St.)
• No-parking and road closures will begin early along the assembly area and parade route.
Boat Parade of Lights (Dockside Festivities 2–8 p.m.)
• Parade passes the waterfront from approximately 5:30–6:30 p.m.
• View details at: https://visitalexandria.com/holidays/boat-parade/

Traffic Impacts

Beginning 3 p.m.:
• Union St. (Duke–Queen): One-way northbound traffic
• King St. (Unit–300): Pedestrian-only zone
• Lee St. (Duke–Queen): Local traffic only; King & Lee fully closed
• Prince St. (100 block): Local traffic only

Additional Closures
• Reviewing stand area: 3:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Assembly area (Wilkes, Wolfe, S. Pitt, S. Royal, S. St. Asaph): 5 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Parade route street closures: 7 a.m.–2 p.m.

Please plan ahead, follow posted signage, and expect delays. Businesses should adjust deliveries accordingly.

Stay informed: Text ALXEVENTS to 888777 for updates.
Maps and full details: ALXScottishWalk.com and ALXBoatParade.com via City of Alexandria Police

01/01/2025

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12/03/2024

11/18/2023

Freedom House restoration project raises eyebrows with possible ‘Dealers in Slaves’ sign via Alexandria Now

While the Office of Historic Alexandria (OHA) is going into excruciating detail to restore the Freedom House museum's exterior to its pre-Civil War appearance, city leaders are unsure if a sign advertising the sale of slaves might take that too far. Today, the Freedom House Museum is a city-owned mu...