Come celebrate the magic of the season with us at the Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market & Holiday Craft Show! There’s something for everyone at this family-friendly event, so bring the whole family for a day of festive shopping, fun activities, and holiday cheer.

Get ready for a family-friendly Halloween celebration at Alexandria Fall-O-Ween! This exciting event is packed with arts & crafts, delicious treats, and a day of fun for the whole family. Whether you’re looking to shop for handmade Halloween décor, indulge in sweet treats, or watch a costume parade, this festival has it all.

Come enjoy a spooktacular day with arts, crafts, treats, and lots of Halloween fun for the whole family!

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Alexandria Oktoberfest! Celebrate the season with the best of German culture, food, music, and fun at the beautiful John Carlyle Square in Alexandria. This family-friendly event captures the unmistakable spirit of Bavarian merriment with traditional music, lively entertainment, and a lively beer garden. Whether you're here to enjoy the delicious food, shop for unique handmade crafts, or dance to the rhythms of authentic German tunes, there's something for everyone.

Join us at the Carlyle Commuter Fun Fair as we celebrate National Night Out on August 5, 2025 from 4 - 7 PM in John Carlyle Square Park (300 John Carlyle Square Park)!

Local vendors will be on site to help you commute more efficiently.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

Families Welcome!

Pack your picnic blanket and bring your friends and family to Beats, Bites, and Brews at John Carlyle Square Park in Old Town Alexandria! This laid-back, fun-filled event is the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful summer day with live music, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and plenty of local art and crafts.

Beats, Bites & Brews is your ticket to a day of good vibes, great food, and endless summer fun. See you there!

Mark your calendars! Bike to Work Day is May 15, 2025. You can register starting in early March. Be sure to select the Carlyle Pit Stop in order to get your free t-shirt here in John Carlyle Square Park!

Join Tequila & Taco on Sunday, May 5th for their ALL DAY FESTIVITIES starting at 9am for their infamous 5¢ frozen margaritas continuing with their patio party until 10pm! They’re making it bigger & better this year so don’t miss out!

Celebrate Mother’s Day early with a day full of creativity and charm at the Alexandria Art Show & Craft Spring Fair! Held at the picturesque John Carlyle Square Park, this event is the perfect way to enjoy spring while finding unique treasures for the special moms in your life—or yourself!

Celebrate the spirit of the season at the Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show at John Carlyle Square on December 14, 2024, from 11 AM to 4 PM!
Join us for a magical day filled with festive artisans, delicious treats, and heartwarming holiday activities.

Enjoy a spooky weekend at Alexandria's Fall-O-Ween Fest featuring a costume parade, holiday arts & crafts, pets costume parade, desserts & treats and more. Join in on November 2nd from 11:00am-5:00pm at John Carlyle Square.

Join us on September 28, 2024, from 11 AM to 6 PM at John Carlyle Square for a festive Oktoberfest celebration in the heart of Old Town Alexandria! Get ready for a day filled with traditional music, lively entertainment, a beer garden, shopping, and the unmistakable spirit of Bavarian merriment.

Join us at John Carlyle Square for a fun Oktoberfest celebration on September 28th from 11AM-6PM in John Carlyle Square Park (300 John Carlyle Square Park)!

Join us at the CARLYLE COMMUTER FUN FAIR as we celebrate National Night Out!

Join us on July 27, 2024, from 11 AM to 6 PM for a sizzling summer celebration at Beats, Bites & Brews in Old Town Alexandria!

Start your holiday shopping and find the perfect gift for your loved ones at Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show at John Carlyle Square on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join us on December 16th from 2-6PM for our 3rd Annual Santa Stampede Holiday Bar Crawl in Carlyle, Alexandria! Start your crawl at any of the participating restaurants: Whiskey & Oyster, Sweet Fire Donna's, Tequila and Taco or Lost Boy Cider.

Join us on October 28th from 2-6PM for our 3nd Annual Halloween Bar Crawl in Carlyle, Alexandria! Start your crawl at any of the participating restaurants: Whiskey & Oyster, Sweet Fire Donna's, Tequila and Taco or Lost Boy Cider.

Oktoberfest in Old Town Alexandria is all you could want for authentic German food, beer, and fun. So, shake off your finest lederhosen, polish your stein, and indulge in beer while taking in the festivities at John Carlyle Square on October 21st from 11am - 5pm!

Alexandria Police Department, Alexandria Fire Department, Alexandria Sheriff’s Office, City officials, and other City agencies will partner with community members to celebrate National Night Out (NNO). NNO is a celebration of community and public safety agencies coming together to promote community policing partnerships. 

The perfect summer event - food, music, cold beverages, shopping and lots of fun! Join us on Saturday, July 29, 2023 starting at 11am at John Carlyle Square for a full day of outdoors entertainment!

On May 6th, join us for the first event of the year at John Carlyle Square in Old Town Alexandria, where over 100 artisans, crafters, independent consultants and other local small businesses are looking forward to showcasing you their products, just in time for Mother's Day Celebration!

Start your holiday shopping and find THE PERFECT GIFT for your loved ones at Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show at John Carlyle Square from 11am to 4pm on December 10th!

Join us at the Carlyle Commuter Fun Fair as we celebrate National Night Out on August 2 from 4-7PM!