May 2^nd through 24^th

The Alexandria City High School Titan Student Art Exhibition

Del Ray Artisans

2704 Mount Vernon Avenue

This exhibit shines a spotlight on flourishing young artists who attend Alexandria City High School. View at Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA. Join us for the Opening Reception on Friday, May 2, 7-9pm, and enjoy ACHS Performing Arts students’ live chamber music performances and the ACHS Visual Arts Award Ceremony. Gallery hours are Thursdays 12-6pm, Fridays 12-9pm, Saturdays & Sundays 12-6pm (closed May 25). Details: DelRayArtisans.org/exhibits 

May 3^rd and 4^th

4^th Annual Alexandria Old Town Springtime Art Festival

John Carlyle Square
300 John Carlyle Street

10 am – 5 pm

Savor spring in Alexandria surrounded by artwork at this beloved annual festival. John Carlyle Square is only 2 blocks from the famous King Street in the heart of the Old Town district and is close to the King St. Metro station. Located off Duke Street and near Whole Foods, this beautiful park-like setting is perfectly situated to host this spectacular event. The popular September Art Festival is rated as one of the top 100 art shows in Sunshine Artist Magazine.

May 16^th through June 8th

World Pride 2025

Alexandria welcomes LGBTQ+ couples, families and friends to stay in and explore the city during WorldPride 2025 from May 17 to June 8, 2025, and beyond with special hotel packages, Pride Month events and more. Located on the Potomac River within eyesight of Washington, D.C, Alexandria, Virginia welcomes LGBTQ couples, families and friends to our historic city. Named one of Travel + Leisure’sBest Places to Travel in 2024, one of The South’s Best Cities 2024 by Southern Living and given a perfect score for LGBTQ equality by the Human Rights Campaign Municipality Equality Index in 2024, Alexandria is nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century architecture—a perfect backdrop for hundreds of independent restaurants and boutiques, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and a welcoming, walkable getaway.

May 16^th through 18^th

Spring Wine Festival

George Washington’s Mount Vernon

3200 George Washington Memorial Parkway

6 pm – 9 pm daily

$$

Bring a blanket and relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River while you sample wines from Virginia wineries, hear live music by Island Time and explore the historic area after hours. The Shops at Mount Vernon are open until 7 and the Wine Valet Service is open until 8:45 pm

Concessions by the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant will be available for purchase. Credit cards are accepted for concessions.

No outside food or beverages are allowed, except bottled water. Doors open at 6 p.m. each night.

May 18^th

6^th Annual Old Town Festival of Speed & Style

200-500 King Street

10 am – 3 pm

Now in its sixth year, the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, presented by Burke & Herbert Bank, has grown into one of the premier automotive events on the East Coast, drawing national and international attention to Old Town Alexandria as a destination for exceptional experiences. In just a few short years, this Festival has become the largest, most popular, and most impactful event in Old Town, setting records for attendance, the number of vehicles on display, and funds raised for charity. This high-energy festival is a celebration of speed, style, music, food, and fun—offering a thrilling, immersive experience that is FREE to the public.