Events Around Town – January 2026
Photo above by Lani Gering
Alexandria delivers a high-value winter escape that blends romance, culture, global dining and immersive historic storytelling—without the crowds or the cost of peak-season travel and some of the best hotel rates of the year.
Early 2026 also marks the start of America’s 250th commemorations in George Washington’s adopted hometown, offering powerful new perspectives, including the stories of Black Americans who shaped Alexandria and the United States. Add in new wellness offerings and dining spots, and Alexandria becomes a compelling canvas for national audiences looking for high-value, meaningful winter travel.
Alexandria invites travelers to discover their own story. Here are a few of the highlights of what is taking place this month.
January 18th
Preservation of Carlyle House: What if we could do it over?
Carlyle House
121 N. Fairfax Street
12 pm – 3:30 pm
On January 18, 1976, the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority opened Carlyle House after a six-year restoration. In celebration of our 50th anniversary, join us for a 1976 museum price of $1 per person and learn about the preservation of Carlyle House from our experts. Registration not required. Last entrance at 3:30pm
Through January 25th
A Winter’s Walk
Weekly Thursday through Sunday
The Athenaeum
201 Prince Street
12 pm – 4 pm
The Athenaeum Gallery Presents The Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region’s “A Winter’s Walk” exhibit featuring work by: Joseph Bailey-Esther Carpi-Anne Clippinger-Karen Coleman-Liz Cusell-Nancy Davis-Marcia Dewitt-Joan Maps Ducore-Cheryl Exley-Margaret Farr-Gail Goodrich Harwood-Mary Page Hickey-Ann Lesciotto-Joan Mathys-Elena Maza-Borkland-Marsha Ogden-Cynthia Rice. Visit us online at NVFAA.org.
Through February 28th
Ice Skating at Cameron Run
Weekends & Holidays
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cameron Run Regional Park
4001 Eisenhower Avenue
Looking for a unique winter activity? Enjoy outdoor daytime ice skating in Alexandria, just minutes from Old Town. Warm up with a hot chocolate or make your own s’mores over the firepit. This fun winter experience is only available for a limited time and capacity is limited! Learn more about Ice Skating at Cameron Run and to reserve tickets check in at cameron@nvrpa.com.
January 31st – February 9th
Winter Alexandria Restaurant Week 2026
Alexandria Restaurant Week was launched in 2009 by Visit Alexandria and has become a favorite amongst patrons and restaurateurs, occurring biannually in the winter and summer. In addition to serving as an economic driver for Alexandria restaurants, Alexandria Restaurant Week bolsters the city’s reputation as a culinary destination.
Alexandria Restaurant Week showcases the creativity of local chefs and breadth of international cuisine in neighborhoods throughout the city, including Old Town, Old Town North, Del Ray, Carlyle and Eisenhower, Arlandria-Chirilagua and the West End. This event highlights the city’s vibrant food scene and encourages visitors and locals alike to discover new neighborhoods and tastes.
For 10 days and two weekends, a record number of nearly 100 restaurants in Alexandria, Virginia, will offer a $35 to $55 in-person dinner for one during Alexandria Restaurant Week 2026. Special menus are available in-person at participating restaurants. Check out AlexandriaRestaurantWeek.com for all of the participating restaurants.