Alexandria, VA Local News, Events, and Information

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Sat Aug 8 6:00 pm

J. Howell Live in Washington, DC

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Takoma Park event

Sat Aug 8 9:00 am

DMV Summer Escape: Kings Dominion Edition

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Alexandria Weather: Sunday October 11

High: 70°

Low: 62°

Wind: 3 MPH WNW

Chance of rain: 94%

Light drizzle, with a high of 70 and low of 62 degrees. Light drizzle in the morning, patchy rain nearby for the afternoon, fog for the evening, light drizzle overnight.

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Sat Aug 8 12:00 pm

Sneaker Con Washington DC

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Sarau de Samba: A Roots Samba Experience - Sun Oct 18 2:00 pm
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Takoma Park Thu. Aug 6 2026

A Pen, a Scrap of Paper, and a Moment of Peace: The Quiet Power of Haiga

The ancient Japanese art of haiga—combines short poetry with simple brush drawings—offers mental escape, and artist Aaron Caycedo-Kimura is enlightening us at zero cost.

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A Pen, a Scrap of Paper, and a Moment of Peace: The Quiet Power of Haiga

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Takoma Park Wed. Aug 5 2026

Bright Spots: A DMV Guide to Art, Makers, and Unexpected Finds

Art in the Attic, Mercadito MXDC, and the DC State Fair offer free admission and affordable finds from area makers, artists, and women entrepreneurs across the DMV.

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Bright Spots: A DMV Guide to Art, Makers, and Unexpected Finds

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Washington Mon. Aug 3 2026

The Battle of the Sauces and Spices: Inside the High-Stakes Rivalry of the Jollof Festival

The Jollof Festival returns to Union Market on August 15—seven hours of music, artisan vendors, and a blind-tasting cook-off so competitive it is called the Jollof Wars.

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The Battle of the Sauces and Spices: Inside the High-Stakes Rivalry of the Jollof Festival

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Washington event

Wed Aug 5 8:00 pm

1st Wednesdays Open Mic

Step up to the spotlight or pull up a chair for a brilliant evening of raw creative expression at the 1st Wednesdays

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Washington event

Tue Aug 4 8:00 pm

Salsa & Bachata Dance Social

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Rockville event

Mon Aug 10 7:00 pm

Sunset Yoga @ Lake Needwood

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Takoma Park event

Sun Aug 9 9:00 am

Takoma Park Farmers Market

A top-tier, grower-only stronghold where every item is strictly cultivated or crafted from scratch by the face behind

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Takoma Park event

Sun Aug 9 8:00 am

Community Flea Market

Head to the intersection of Laurel Avenue and Eastern Avenue for the Community Flea Market, providing a flawless neig

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Takoma Park event

Sat Aug 8 7:00 pm

History Book Club

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