Seasonal & Holidays
Winter 2026 Events In Alexandria: America's 250th, Parade, Restaurant Week
From George Washington's birthday events and Black History Month to the America's 250th celebration, here's what early 2026 will bring.
ALEXANDRIA, VA — While the holiday season is one of Alexandria's busier times of the year, residents and visitors will have plenty to look forward to in the new year.
The 250th anniversary of the U.S. will be one highlight around the region. Alexandria is participating in the Virginia 250 Passport to highlight museums and historic sites around the state. America's 250th celebration in Alexandria will kick off with the George Washington Birthday Parade. History buffs will enjoy plenty more events during Black History Month and George Washington's Birthday Celebration in February and Women's History Month in March.
Here are the winter 2026 events to look forward to around Alexandria:
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Jan. 1 and ongoing: Union Navy Exhibition opens at Ford Ward Museum
Jan. 1-Feb. 15: Winter Wonderland Igloos at King & Rye
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Jan. 10, Feb. 14, March 14: Del Ray Vintage and Flea Market
Jan. 10, Feb. 14, March 14: Art in the Attic
Jan. 23-Feb. 1: Alexandria Winter Restaurant Week
Jan. 25-Feb. 8: Restaurant Cherry Challenge
Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 24: National Symphony Orchestra at Mount Vernon
Feb. 1-28: The Hunt for Washington
Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22: George Washington’s Alexandria Tours
Feb. 28: Family Program - Alexandria Black History Museum
March 7: Herbalism in the US - A Story of Diversity, Resistance & Identity
March 21: Alexandria Forum: Nothing But Independence
Editor's note: The Alexandria Warehouse Sale has not yet announced 2026 dates.
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