Watch for more events to be posted by late 2025!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
MONDAY, JANUARY 26 - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
FEBRUARY 1 - 28
EVERY SUNDAY IN FEBRUARY
1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14: Parade Day Events
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16
An Intimate Reception with General Washington
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Historic Duvall House
305 Cameron St.
Join General Washington at the beautiful and historic Duvall House, where he was feted by leading Alexandrians upon his triumphant return from the Revolutionary War in 1783. The General will share his most poignant memories about the war and the Declaration of Independence as we approach the nation’s 250th Anniversary Year, and answer questions about his life and times. Libations and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served. All proceeds benefit the George Washington Birthday Celebration.
Cost: $150 per person, tickets available online here.
Port City Brewing Company Trivia Night
”Celebrations Around the World”
7:00 p.m.
Port City Brewing Company
3950 Wheeler Ave
Alexandria, VA
Join Port City Brewing Company patrons and George Washington Birthday Parade supporters for an evening full of trivia questions about Celebrations Around the World!
No registration required.
The Restaurant Cherry Challenge
The “Cherry Challenge” is a competition among the finer restaurants in Alexandria – with their customers as the judges!
Each restaurant develops its own cherry beverage, appetizer, entrée, and/or dessert in honor of our distinguished native son.
Winners will be invited to march in the parade, and their offerings will be highlighted on the Parade website and in social media.
Click here to view the 2025 winning restaurants and dishes.
The Hunt for Washington
Sponsored by Lafayette College
A fun and challenging hunt for clues about Alexandria and George Washington that takes families and individuals to places in Old Town associated with the General. Just print your Clue Sheet and bring it with you as you solve the clues on the date/time of your choosing in February. You can submit your completed Clue Sheets to be entered into a prize drawing!
2026 Clue Sheets will be posted by January 31, 2026, but you still can download either of the Clue Sheets below and take the Hunt now. You will not be able to submit your completed Clue Sheets for the prize drawing, but you can enjoy learning more about George Washington and Old Town Alexandria!
Clue Sheet #1: North Old Town
Clue Sheet #2: South Old Town
Old Town Alexandria map
George Washington’s Alexandria Tours
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Tours begin at Christ Church
118 N. Washington Street
Explore historic Old Town Alexandria as George Washington knew it! This popular two-hour guided walking tour will visit sites associated with Washington and his closest colleagues including Christ Church, Light Horse Harry Lee’s house, the Lord Fairfax home, Washington’s townhouse, Gadsby’s Tavern, Duvall Tavern, Wise’s Tavern, the Carlyle House, Market Square, Ramsay House, the Apothecary Shop, and Gentry Row.
Cost: FREE. Registration Link available soon.
Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution
12 noon-1:00 p.m.
Old Presbyterian Meeting House
321 S. Fairfax St.
Join the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution as they honor the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution.
Cost: FREE, no registration required.
The George Washington Birthday Parade
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Old Town Alexandria - view parade route here.
Thousands of spectators will line the streets of Old Town Alexandria to cheer on the oldest and largest George Washington Birthday Parade in the country! This year’s parade theme is Virginia’s Son ~ America’s Founding Father, celebrating George Washington’s leading role in the founding of our country during the 250th Anniversary of the United States.
George Washington’s Birthnight Dinner
6:30 p.m.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
134 N. Royal Street
Enjoy a four-course period inspired dinner with wine honoring Washington’s Birthnight at Gadsby’s Tavern. General Washington, portrayed by Brian Hilton, will be in attendance to share in the festivities. In addition, this year’s program will focus on the legacy of Washington and Bicentennial effect. Cocktail attire recommended. $150 per person. Tickets available online here.
Friendship Firehouse Annual Breakfast
8:30 a.m.– 9:00 a.m. Social Time
9:00-11:00 a.m. Breakfast
Westin Old Town Alexandria Ballroom
400 Courthouse Square
Join the movers and shakers of Alexandria at this historic celebration marking the 252nd anniversary of the Friendship Fire Company (1774-2026) and the City’s 277th anniversary. Speaker to be announced.
Cost: $45 per person, $500 for a table of ten with recognition in Program, additional packages available. Registration link available soon.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Special Hours
11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
134 N. Royal Street
Tour two historic taverns that George Washington visited! Constructed in 1785 and 1792, these taverns witnessed the development of the young Republic and were part of key events, including Washington’s Birthnight Ball (a birthday celebration). Learn more about the people of these spaces and how their choices still resonate today.
Cost: $5 admission; City of Alexandria residents free.
Guided tours available at 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15 p.m. for an additional cost.