The Birchmere

The Carpenter’s Cook-Off brings our community of supporters to The Birchmere for an afternoon of exceptional local food and collective generosity. Guests can explore tastings from some of the DMV’s best restaurants, enter exciting raffles, and bid on unique items and experiences in our live and silent auctions.
At the heart of it all is a shared commitment to ensuring families and individuals experiencing homelessness have access to the comprehensive services, resources, and support needed to regain stability. All proceeds raised through the Cook-Off strengthen Carpenter’s Shelter’s ability to meet immediate needs while helping residents work towards sustainable independence.
Join us to celebrate local flavor, invest in lasting housing solutions, and help move our community forward. With food, fun, and family-friendly vibes, this event is a can’t-miss for supporters of all ages.
🎟️Early-Bird Tickets (Aug 10 - Sept 4): Adults: $50 | Children: $20
🎟️ General Admission (Sept 5–Oct 23): Adults: $75 | Children: $25Visit CarpentersShelter.org/CO26 to purchase your tickets today!

Local Event: The Carpenter's Cook-Off 2026

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The Carpenter's Cook-Off 2026

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Little Theatre of Alexandria

The Little Theatre of Alexandria's 2026–27 season continues with the romantic musical She Loves Me, running October 17 – November 7, 2026.
In a charming 1930s European perfumery, shop clerks Georg and Amalia can't stand each other. They bicker across the counter by day, never suspecting that each is the anonymous pen pal the other has been falling for by letter. As the holidays approach and the mystery unravels, two unlikely sweethearts discover that love may have been right in front of them all along. Set to a lush, witty score, it's the same timeless story that inspired the film You've Got Mail.
Book by Joe Masteroff Music by Jerry Bock Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick Based on the play Parfumerie by Miklós László
Directed and choreographed by Mitchell Aiello, with music direction by Isabel Hernandez-Cata. Produced by Eleanore Tapscott and assistant produced by Cassie Cope.
Performances are Thursday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM at The Little Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolfe Street in Old Town Alexandria. Street parking.
Tickets are $36 (plus $4 service charge). All sales final; limited exchanges available. Box Office: <a href="tel:703-683-0496">703-683-0496</a>&nbsp;or <a href="https://ci.ovationtix.com/35489/production/1273687?performanceId=11801420" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">purchase tickets online.</a>

Local Event: Musical She Loves Me at Little Theatre of Alexandria

Musical She Loves Me at Little Theatre of...

The Little Theatre of Alexandria's 2026–27 season continues with the romantic musical She Loves Me, running October 17 –...

Musical She Loves Me at Little Theatre of Alexandria

Current Boutique, 1009 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Current Boutique is hosting a free Sip &amp; Shop on Friday, Oct. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at its King Street boutique in Old Town Alexandria, with complimentary refreshments, personal styling and a curated Halloween rack of pieces meant to inspire costume ideas.The event is part of the boutique's Styling Series, a rotating program of free after-hours styling evenings held across its four Washington-area locations. Guests can browse fall arrivals at consignment prices, work one-on-one with the store's styling team and get first look at the Halloween selection, which is out for one night only.Current Boutique has served the Washington region for nearly 20 years as a luxury consignment retailer, with shops in Old Town Alexandria, Georgetown, Clarendon and 14th Street NW. The event is free and open to the public; RSVPs are encouraged at eventbrite.com.

Local Event: Styling Series: Spook & Shop at Current Boutique Old Town

Styling Series: Spook & Shop at Current...

Current Boutique is hosting a free Sip & Shop on Friday, Oct. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at its King Street boutique in Old Town...

Styling Series: Spook & Shop at Current Boutique Old Town

Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum

Join us for an evening of Halloween themed, made-up-on-the-spot 
improv comedy! We'll be calling on you to give us suggestions for a 
totally unique show that'll never be seen again!
Show is 18+ 
recommended. We perform free shows for the Alexandria, VA and 
surrounding community. Donations help us rent space, supply drinks, and 
defray other costs!

Local Event: Halloween Improv Comedy Show with the Auxiliary

Halloween Improv Comedy Show with the Auxiliary

Join us for an evening of Halloween themed, made-up-on-the-spot 
improv comedy! We'll be calling on you to give us suggestions...

Aldersgate UMC

Please join us for our annual Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival. This year our Haunted house will be larger than ever! You'll also enjoy live music from the Carter Farm Band, an inflatable obstacle course, a live reptile demonstration and more!&nbsp;

Local Event: Fall Festival Trunk-or-Treat

Mount Vernon

Fall Festival Trunk-or-Treat

Please join us for our annual Trunk or Treat and Fall Festival. This year our Haunted house will be larger than ever! You'll...

National Academy of Sciences

This premier event honors and celebrates the prestigious incoming cohort of 22 ARCS MWC Scholars pursuing significant research in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) at our five partner universities (identified below). 
The event underscores the importance of ARCS MWC funding in today’s changing financial landscape for scientists and engineers. Moreover, the sustained technical leadership of our keynote speaker, an ARCS MWC Scholar Alum, illustrates the impact that ARCS support has on U.S. innovation, competitiveness, and national security. Attend this event to learn more about ARCS MWC and STEM philanthropy! 
A reception highlighted by a poster session showcasing each Scholar’s cutting-edge research will open the event. ARCS MWC is extremely pleased to welcome Dr. Gurpartap “GP” Sandhoo as the 2026 SAR keynote speaker. Dr. Sandhoo is the Director of the Space Development Agency and the Space Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Missile Warning and Tracking. A renowned national security and technology leader across the private and public sectors, he is a veteran of more than 36 years in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. Dr. Sandhoo was an ARCS MWC Scholar during 1995-97 while he was earning his DSc at The George Washington University. In his keynote presentation, he will discuss his career and how ARCS made a difference, both while he was a scholar and now. Co-Presidents Julie Hohl and Jane Riddle say “Dr. Sandhoo’s career reflects the heights our Scholar Alums reach as leaders advancing U.S. competitiveness and national security, emphasizing the continuing importance of the ARCS MWC mission, particularly now given reduced U.S. funding for science and engineering.”
More information about the event and registration can be found at <a href="https://www.RSVPtoARCS-MWC.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.RSVPtoARCS-MWC.org</a>.ARCS MWC, chartered in 1968, has donated $9.3 million through 825 Scholar awards at its five local partner universities, forwarding 100% of corporate, foundation, and individual donations each year to chapter Scholars. ARCS MWC enables innovative STEM inventions in areas such as biomedical research, space exploration, and computing complexity (among others), advancing U.S. competitiveness.&nbsp;Contact: Co-Presidents Julie Hohl and Jane Riddle, <a href="mailto:mwcpresident@arcsfoundation.org">mwcpresident@arcsfoundation.org</a>

Local Event: ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception 

Burke

ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington...

This premier event honors and celebrates the prestigious incoming cohort of 22 ARCS MWC Scholars pursuing significant research...

ARCS Foundation® Metropolitan Washington Chapter 2026 Scholar Awards Reception 

Hayfield Community Park

This is a family-friendly memorial charity 5K race to help fight pancreatic cancer. Register now before the price increases on October 12th! Visit www.FilltheShoes.org for more info. Walkers welcome and there are tons of awards and prizes, so come on out on November 7th!

Local Event: 15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the Shoes" 5K

15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the...

This is a family-friendly memorial charity 5K race to help fight pancreatic cancer. Register now before the price increases on...

15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the Shoes" 5K

Fredericksburg Convention Center

Join us at the Fredericksburg Convention Center&nbsp;on November 14, 2026 for the Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival!All Tickets Include A Premium Experience!

General Admission (9:00am - 6:00pm)
<ul><li>True Honey Teas Canvas Tote Bag ($15 Value)</li><li>UNLIMITED TEA SAMPLING - All Blends!</li><li>Create Your Own Tea Bag Blend Experience</li><li>Chocolate &amp; Tea Pairing Experience with River Sea Chocolates</li><li>Tea Seminars/Classes</li><li>Small Business Marketplace Shopping Experience</li><li>Live Music</li><li>Instagram Photo Opportunities</li><li>And so much more!</li></ul>
VIP (9:00am - 10:00am)
<ul><li>Includes all General Admission benefits +</li><li>A VIP Badge with free enamel pin</li><li>1 hour early entry with greetings from CEO/Founder - Chris!</li><li>A Signature Tea Experience</li><li>Access to the VIP Lounge</li><li>Access to the Japanese Tea Ceremony</li><li>Entry to win +1 FREE VIP Ticket! (Winner Drawn November 1st)</li><li>Entry to win 1 Deluxe True Honey Tea Basket (Winner announced at Festival!)</li></ul>

Local Event: Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival / Hosted by True Honey Teas

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Fredericksburg

Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival / Hosted...

Join us at the Fredericksburg Convention Center on November 14, 2026 for the Honey Teas and Sweet Treats Festival!All Tickets...

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