Saturday, February 14, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
2026 Parade Theme
Virginia’s Son ~ America’s Founding Father
In honor of George Washington’s leading role in the founding of our country
during its 250th Anniversary Year
2026 Grand Marshals
Michael J. Elston, Esq., National President General, Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)
Ginnie Sebastian Storage, National President General, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
Parade Unit registration to open in November.
For upcoming events honoring Washington’s birthday in his adopted hometown, click here.
For 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities, click here.
For all donation opportunities, click here.
For Grand Marshal bios and photos, click here.
Alexandria’s George Washington Birthday Parade features over a thousand participants from a wide variety of organizations who are known for their dedication and high spirits, rain or shine. It commemorates Washington’s legacy in his adopted hometown, creating a vibrant atmosphere that strengthens the bonds that tie the community together year after year.
2025 Parade
2024 Parade
2025 Parade Sponsors & Donors
Gold
Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze
Sponsors
Alexandria-Washington Lodge #22 A.F. & A.M.
Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association
George Washington Masonic National Memorial
Kate Waller Barrett Chapter,
NSDAR
Kathleen Casey
Old Dominion Boat Club Foundation
Sandra W. Welch
In honor of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier/Old Presbyterian Meeting House
Cherry Challenge Sponsor
George Washington’s Preferred Inn
Hunt for Washington Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Alexandria American Legion Post 24
Anonymous
Scot and Vickie Bryant
Frances Gasbarra
Martha Washington Chapter No. 42, Order of The Eastern Star
McLaughlin Ryder Investments, Inc.
Carol Myers
The Old Town Shop
Safer Country
The Spiggle Law Firm
Parade Donors
Sharon Anderson White,
Kate Waller Barrett Chapter, NSDAR
Janet Barnett
Bugsy’s Pizza
Colin and Ashley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Donald Dorr
Dr. Elisha Dick Chapter, NSDAR
Jeanne and Gerry Frank
In honor of Sue Johnson
Rebecca Hierholzer
King Street Souvenirs
Light Horse Restaurant and Bar
Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
In-Kind Donors
Alexandria Radio Club
Jackson Group Media