Alexandria, VA Local News, Events, and Information

Washington Thu. Sep 10 2026

Art All Night Meets Shop All Night: One Love at Abro Collective — Union Station

Art All Night returns for its 15th year on September 11–12 with over 1,200 artists—and Abro Collective's open house, features DJ Underdog and King Selassie I Sounds.

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Art All Night Meets Shop All Night: One Love at Abro Collective — Union Station

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Takoma Park Wed. Sep 9 2026

Armand Ntep's Bantuphonic Sound Meets Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival

Cameroonian-born vocalist Armand Ntep joins blues legend Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival on September 19 for a free celebration of African and blues traditions.

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Armand Ntep's Bantuphonic Sound Meets Memphis Gold at the Afrika Festival

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Alexandria Weather: Sunday October 11

High: 70°

Low: 62°

Wind: 3 MPH E

Chance of rain: 94%

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

Bethesda Tue. Sep 8 2026

Rejuvenate, Dine, Create: The Perfect Bethesda Wellness Flow

Cultural DMV presents the ultimate wellness flow in Bethesda—salt cave therapy, Levantine cuisine, and hands-on creativity at KID Museum—all within a 20-minute stroll.

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Rejuvenate, Dine, Create: The Perfect Bethesda Wellness Flow

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Sarau de Samba: A Roots Samba Experience - Sun Oct 18 2:00 pm
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Bachata - Salsa Festival - Sun Oct 11 12:00 pm
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Takoma Park Mon. Sep 7 2026

Our Favorite Picks this Week in the DMV: What's Happening Today, Thursday, and Beyond

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week.

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Our Favorite Picks this Week in the DMV: What's Happening Today, Thursday, and Beyond

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Alexandria event

Wed Sep 9 7:30 pm

Margo Price @ Birchmere

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Washington event

Tue Sep 8 7:00 pm

Nanny Assis Performs "Afro-Jobim"

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Alexandria Sun. Sep 6 2026

Support Local Weirdos: Art in the Attic Invades Lost Boy Cider for 2-Year Anniversary Pop-Up

Art in the Attic celebrates two years of underground creative dominance with a free pop-up market at Lost Boy Cider on Sept. 12—feat. local makers, a raffle, and an after-party.

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Support Local Weirdos: Art in the Attic Invades Lost Boy Cider for 2-Year Anniversary Pop-Up

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Takoma Park Sat. Sep 5 2026

Poetry, Mindfulness, and Belonging: Strathmore's Weekend of Creative Healing

Strathmore and Mission Belonging partner for a groundbreaking Weekend of Art and Healing (Sept. 18–19). using poetry, mindfulness, and creative workshops to bridge the gaps.

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Poetry, Mindfulness, and Belonging: Strathmore's Weekend of Creative Healing

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Takoma Park Thu. Sep 3 2026

Culture, live music, comedy — and we handled the logistics. DMV weekend sorted.

Your curated weekend for Sept 4–6: Afrofest, magic, jazz, dance, comedy, and the DC State Fair—with extra attention to logistics, crowd vibes, and after-hours moves.

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Culture, live music, comedy — and we handled the logistics. DMV weekend sorted.

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Takoma Park Wed. Sep 2 2026

The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

Today is National Blueberry Popsicle Day — and whether you grab a box or whip up your own, it is the perfect way to enjoy summer's last days with a frosty, blue-hued treat.

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The Popsicle Was Invented by an 11-Year-Old. We Celebrate Him on National Blueberry Popsicle Day.

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Takoma Park Tue. Sep 1 2026

Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

Grammy-nominated musician Raul Midón kicks off a new season of Strathmore's Music in the Mansion series on October 11. Check the line-up of exquisitely curated performances below.

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Don't Sleep on This: A New Season at Strathmore with Raul Midón, Allison Miller, and 18 More Shows.

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Takoma Park Mon. Aug 31 2026

National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

Bennett's Curse, a Maryland Halloween institution, celebrates its USA TODAY nomination while searching for a new Maryland home to continue its legacy of fear and fun.

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National Nod, New Chapter: Bennett's Curse Is Haunting Its Way to the Top

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