Del Ray's 'Art on the Avenue' Postponed Due to Forecast of Severe Weather

Del Ray’s annual fall festival, “Art on the Avenue,” originally scheduled for Saturday, is postponed due to the forecast of severe weather, according to organizers.

Weather forecasts are calling for possible flooding and strong winds.

“...it is with great disappointment to announce that Saturday’s 20th Annual Art on the Avenue is being postponed until October 10th,” organizers said in an announcement sent out Thursday.

Organizers participated this morning in a conference call with City officials and the difficult decision was based on the State of Emergency declared by the Governor and the City of Alexandria recommendation, the announcement said.

Chairperson Pat Miller stated: “Nothing is more important than the safety of our vendors, our volunteers and our faithful attendees. Due to the strong potential of flooding in both the fields and streets, electrical concerns, winds picking up tents and the need for our law enforcement to be taking care of weather emergencies, we feel this was the only responsible decision.”

The organizers said they are sorry for any inconvenience this causes and hopes everyone is able to still come out next Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and celebrate Art on the Avenue’s 20th anniversary. Organizers noted that this is the first time in its history that the event has had to be postponed.