Alexandria Weekend Events Guide | November 21- 23, 2025
- Raquel Gutierrez

- Nov 20
- 2 min read

Welcome to your complete Alexandria Weekend Guide!From the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony to Turkey Trots, farmers markets, live music, and family-friendly events, this weekend (Nov 21-23) is packed with activities across the city.
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…then this guide covers it all.
Weekend Weather Forecast - Alexandria, VA
Friday, Nov 21
Cloudy with rain after 1 PM
High: 57°F | Low: 49°F
Rain chance: 40-80%
Saturday, Nov 22
Morning showers → partly sunny
High: 59°F | Low: 34°F
Sunday, Nov 23
Sunny and pleasant
High: 55°F | Low: 39°F
Perfect weather for outdoor events and holiday festivities!
Saturday Highlight: Alexandria Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony 2025
📍 Market Square, Old Town Alexandria
🕕 Starts at 6 PM | Tree lighting between 6:40–6:55 PM
The city officially kicks off the holiday season with the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, featuring:✨ Santa’s arrival✨ Live entertainment✨ Family photo ops✨ Holiday decor in Old Town
Alexandria Cider Festival - November 22
📍 Lloyd House
⏰ 1 PM
Taste local ciders, enjoy fall vibes, and explore one of Alexandria’s most popular autumn events.
Port City Turkey Trot 5K & 10K
📍 Port City Brewing
⏰ Nov 22, 9:30 AM
Whether you’re training for a Thanksgiving run or just want to enjoy the community, this race is one of Alexandria’s most searched events in November.
Farmers Markets in Alexandria This Weekend
Friday
No major markets
Saturday
Old Town Farmers Market - 7 AM
Del Ray Farmers Market - 8 AM
Sunday
West End Farmers Market - 8:30 AM
Four Mile Run Farmers Market - 9 AM
These markets are some of the top-searched local weekend activities for families and food lovers.
Live Music & Nightlife in Alexandria
This weekend the city is filled with live performances across top venues:
🎤 219 Restaurant
🎤 Blackwall Hitch
🎤 Daniel O’Connell’s
🎤 The Birchmere
🎤 The Light Horse
🎤 Laporta’s
🎤 Hops N Shine
🎤 Murphy’s Pub
From jazz to acoustic to karaoke, there’s something for every music lover.
Alexandria Library Weekend Activities
Some popular weekend programs include:
Community Knits
Pom Pom Craft Kits
Yoga Sessions
Children’s Storytime
Board Game Cafe
French Conversation Club
Writers Group
Alexandria Oddball Cinema
Libraries remain one of the most searched local attractions for parents and students.
ACPS (Alexandria City Public Schools) Events & Sports
Saturday Sports
Boys Wrestling
Basketball (Freshman, JV, Varsity)
Sunday
No events scheduled.
Featured Sunday Events
Cat Yoga at Mount Purrnon Cat Café
Friendsgiving at Hops N Shine
Hot Chocolate History Tour
Swedish Coffee Culture Event
Ice & Lights at Cameron Run (daily)




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