Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture in Alexandria, United States
Old Town Alexandria Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show
Alexandria
Saturday, December 12, 2026
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Step into a winter wonderland and celebrate the most magical season of the year at John Carlyle Square! Join us for a festive day filled with twinkling lights, handcrafted treasures, and all the cozy holiday vibes that make this time of year so special.
Stroll thr ..
4MR 5th Annual Holiday Makers' Market
Alexandria
Sunday, December 6, 2026
0900
- 1500
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Join us for our largest market of the year with 50+ vendors, live music, great food, and family fun including crafts tables for the kids, face painting, story time and more!
Category: Community | Holiday Bazaar ..
Vienna Oktoberfest
Virginia
Saturday, October 3, 2026
1100
- 1900
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Please join us for the 17th annual Vienna Oktoberfest, October 3, 2026, 11am-7pm on Church St NE, Vienna VA!
This is a great, family-friendly event for all ages! Fun filled event featuring 3 stages of music, multiple beer and wine stands, Loads of vendors and artisa ..
Saint Ann Fall Festival Saturday September 26th 10a.m. - 4p.m.
Arlington
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1000
- 1600
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Join us for the Saint Ann Fall Festival on Saturday, September 26! Start the day with our Fun Run at 9:30 AM, followed by the Fall Festival activities at 10:00 AM. Enjoy rides and inflatables, live entertainment, family friendly bingo, raffles, beer garden and plenty ..
Burke Centre Festival On September 26 to September 27, 2026
Burke
Saturday, September 26, 2026
0930
- 1700
1.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Burke Centre Festival Highlights
Join us on September 26 and 27, 2026 for a fun-filled weekend celebrating our beautiful, award-winning community! Admission is FREE, and there’s sure to be something for everyone.
Explore our huge Arts and Crafts Show, enjoy liv ..
Artists Compete for Cash Awards in Plein Air Fest on September 26; Great Family Event!
Falls Church
Saturday, September 26, 2026
0900
- 1200
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The 2026 Falls Church Arts "Scenes in the City" Plein Air Festival brings artists from across the country to capture the beauty and character of Falls Church from August 29 through September 25. The festival concludes on Saturday, September 26, with judging, a Quick ..
Alexandria OKTOBERFEST @ JOHN CARLYLE SQUARE
Alexandria
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1100
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Celebrate Oktoberfest-style at Alexandria Oktoberfest, a lively fall festival bringing Bavarian culture, food, music, and beer garden vibes to John Carlyle Square.
Enjoy a full day of live music and performances, traditional German food, festive competitions, arts ..
Mt. Vernon Vintage Antique and Artisan Market
Alexandria
Saturday, September 19, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, carpets, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase.
Parking on s ..
*It's a Good Day* Market at the Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA
Lorton
Saturday, September 5, 2026
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
WHAT ATTENDEES CAN EXPECT:
-Vintage Fashion
-Home Goods and Decor
-Local Makers and Creatives
-Custom and Curated Gifts
-Well and Self-Care Products
-Specialty Foods and Beverages
-Good Vibes, Fun Activities, and More!
What: It's a Good Day Market
Where: T ..
Mt. Vernon Vintage Antique and Artisan Market
Alexandria
Saturday, August 15, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, carpets, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase.
Parking on si ..
Swords Brooms and Magical Beasts - ONE Magical Day in Occoquan
Virginia
Sunday, August 9, 2026
0915
- 1740
8.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Join us for a whimsy day of magic and art as this FUN event returns for its 5th time. 33 businesses of Occoquan participate with over 70 activities and workshops lined up.
Full day schedule and shuttle tickets available on our website.
What to expect:
Dress up ..
Beats, Bites and Brews in Old Town Alexandria
Alexandria
Saturday, August 1, 2026
1100
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, food, and brews at Beats, Bites and Brews at John Carlyle Square in Alexandria. This lively summer event brings together great vibes, delicious eats, refreshing drinks, and live entertainment in a relaxed outdoor setting.
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July 18: Mt. Vernon Vintage Antique and Artisan Market
Alexandria
Saturday, July 18, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, carpets, décor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase.
Parking on si ..
June 20: Mt. Vernon Vintage Antique and Artisan Market
Alexandria
Saturday, June 20, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, carpets, décor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase.
Parking on si ..
World Heritage Festival @ Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring
Sunday, May 31, 2026
1300
- 1900
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Experience a celebration of cultures from around the world at the Silver Spring World Heritage Festival at Veterans Plaza. This lively festival brings together art, culture, creativity, and community in one unforgettable day.
Explore a diverse mix of handmade art, ..
May 16: Springtime Fun! Vintage Antique and Artisan Market
Alexandria
Saturday, May 16, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, décor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
Spring Into Art @ National Harbor ~ Mother's Day Celebration
National Harbor
Saturday, May 9, 2026
1200
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Explore a wide variety of handmade art, crafts, jewelry, home décor, gifts, and creative works from talented local artisans and small businesses. It's the perfect opportunity to find unique Mother's Day gifts while enjoying a lively outdoor atmosphere filled with ins ..
Silver Spring Mother's Day Arts and Crafts Spring Fair @ Veterans Plaza
Silver Spring
Sunday, April 26, 2026
1300
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Celebrate spring with a beautiful afternoon of art, creativity, and community at the Silver Spring Arts and Crafts Spring Fair.
Browse a wide variety of handmade art, crafts, jewelry, fashion accessories, home decor, gifts, and more from talented local artisans an ..
Alexandria Art Show and Spring Craft Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square
Alexandria
Saturday, April 25, 2026
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Honoring Moms, Inspiring Art - A Spring Fair to Remember!
Spring is in the air, and John Carlyle Square is coming alive with creativity! Join us for a vibrant day of art, shopping, and community at the Alexandria Art Show and Craft Spring Fair.
Browse an incred ..
12th Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts with Craft Marketplace
Arlington
Saturday, April 25, 2026
1000
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Join us for the highly-anticipated Arlington Festival of the Arts, located in the heart of Clarendon, one of Arlington's most vibrant neighborhoods! Discover a stunning array of handmade-in-the-USA artwork, carefully selected by HAE's rigorous vetting process. Visito ..
April 18: Springtime Fun! Vintage Antique and Artisan Market (hosted by Mt. Vernon Lodge #219)
Alexandria
Saturday, April 18, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
March 21: It's Springtime! Vintage Antique and Artisan Market (hosted by Mt. Vernon Lodge #219)
Alexandria
Saturday, March 21, 2026
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
The Fairfax Record Riot! Over 15.000 vinyl records in ONE ROOM! Sun January 18th at the Fairfax Elks
Fairfax
Sunday, January 18, 2026
1000
- 1600
5.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
A giant record store lands in Fairfax County! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. D ..
FUN HOLIDAY MARKET: Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair in Alexandria
Alexandria
Saturday, December 20, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Holiday Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, coins, stamps, toys, train parts and sets, nostalgia, crystals, jewelry, clothing, accessories, household furni ..
Silver Spring Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Fair @ Veterans Plaza
Silver Spring
Sunday, December 7, 2025
1200
- 1600
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
*Merry and Bright Christmas Market in Silver Spring, MD!*
Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD
Get into the holiday spirit at the Silver Spring Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Fair! This festiv ..
FUN HOLIDAY MARKET: Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair in Alexandria
Alexandria
Saturday, December 6, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Holiday Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, coins, stamps, toys, train parts and sets, nostalgia, crystals, jewelry, clothing, accessories, household furni ..
NOVEMBER 29 - 30 National Harbor Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show
Maryland
Saturday, November 29, 2025
1200
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Date: November 29-30, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: American Way Park, National Harbor, MD
Kick off the holiday season in style at the National Harbor Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show-the perfect place to find unique holiday gifts and seasonal t ..
FUN HOLIDAY MARKET: Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair in Alexandria
Alexandria
Saturday, November 15, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Holiday Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, coins, stamps, toys, train parts and sets, nostalgia, crystals, jewelry, clothing, accessories, household furni ..
Alexandria Fall-O-Ween @ John Carlyle Square
Alexandria
Saturday, November 1, 2025
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: John Carlyle Square Park, Alexandria, VA
Get ready for a family-friendly Halloween celebration at Alexandria Fall-O-Ween! This exciting event is packed with arts and crafts, delicious treats, an ..
Belmont Bay Holiday Market
Woodbridge
Saturday, November 1, 2025
0900
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Why This Market Rocks:
Unique Local Vendors: Discover one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted creations that will kick your holiday gifting game up a notch.
Live Music: Feel the holiday spirit with toe-tapping tunes all day!
Delicious Food Vendors: Taste your way through ..
Fall Fest Market at Lost Boy Cider
Alexandria
Saturday, October 25, 2025
1300
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Fall Fest Market at Lost Boy Cider!
We’re going all in on fall this year - and you don’t want to miss it!
Join us Saturday, October 25th from 1-5 PM for our annual Fall Fest Market - a full afternoon of cider, shopping, and cozy autumn vibes.
Local Makers + Ve ..
The Fairfax Record Riot! Over 15.000 vinyl records in ONE ROOM! Sun October 19th at the Fairfax Elks
Fairfax
Sunday, October 19, 2025
1000
- 1700
5.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
A giant record store lands in Fairfax County! Dealers from far and wide converge for a giant music sale! LPs and 45s and CDs too. All types of music from punk to funk to country to classic rock, hip hop, soul/jazz and more. Dust off that turntable and come on down. D ..
Oktoberfest at the American Legion Post 364
Virginia
Saturday, October 18, 2025
1500
- 2000
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The American Legion is hosting an Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 18th! Come on by for some food, games, music, and a pint!
Category: Community | Recreation ..
GISW Oktoberfest
Potomac
Saturday, October 18, 2025
1300
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
This lively international festival brings together authentic German specialties and international cuisine, live music and entertainment, and family-friendly activities for all ages. A diverse marketplace of local vendors and artisans will showcase unique foods, craft ..
Fun Fall Flea Market.Arts and Crafts Fair (8717 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria)
Virginia
Saturday, October 18, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, coins, stamps, toys, train parts and sets, nostalgia, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro, refurbished, handmade, ..
2nd Annual Interfaith Peace Holiday Dinner
Adelphi
Saturday, October 11, 2025
1700
- 2000
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Step into a celebration where traditions meet, cultures connect, and hearts unite! The Interfaith Holiday Peace Dinner is more than a meal-it's a vibrant evening of unity, joy, and discovery. Guests will enjoy a rich spread of holiday dishes from diverse faith commun ..
Alexandria OKTOBERFEST @ JOHN CARLYLE SQUARE
Alexandria
Saturday, September 27, 2025
1100
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: John Carlyle Square, Alexandria, VA
*Alexandria Oktoberfest - Prost to a Day of Bavarian Fun!*
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Alexandria Oktoberfest! Celebrate the season with the ..
Saint Ann Fall Festival
Virginia
Saturday, September 27, 2025
1000
- 1600
15.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Saint Ann Parish and School will host its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 980 N. Frederick Street.
The event begins with a 1.5-mile Family Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. Festival activities include rides, games, a raffle, silent auction, ..
Summer Fun Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair (8717 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria)
Virginia
Saturday, August 16, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
DMV Made: A Culture and Wellness Festival
Washington
Saturday, July 26, 2025
1300
- 1930
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Words Beats and Life’s family-friendly festival celebrates the DMV community with multiple stages of performances, arts, poetry and storytelling pavilions, interactive dance and crafts workshops, fun zones and a health and wellness pavilion to keep the community stro ..
Postal Party Family Festival
Washington
Saturday, July 26, 2025
1100
- 1600
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
On Saturday, July 26, exactly 250 years since the Postal Service began, for a day full of free, family-friendly events celebrating our rich American experience, made and shared in the mail. This special day will include:
- Meet Ben Franklin! Hear the story of the ..
Summer Fun Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair (8717 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria)
Virginia
Saturday, July 19, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, décor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
4th of July Celebration at the Military Women's Memorial - in our Nation's Capital
Arlington
Friday, July 4, 2025
1845
- 2145
250.00 USD
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Treat yourself this Independence Day with a world-class, private 4th of July extravaganza at the Military Women’s Memorial - a premier National Capital Region site.
Relax, enjoy, and celebrate in the splendor of a leading national memorial - an experience you and ..
Summer Fun Flea Market - Arts and Crafts Fair (8717 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria)
Virginia
Saturday, June 21, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
Taste of Springfield Festival 2025
Springfield
Saturday, June 7, 2025
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
The area's 8th Annual premier "Taste of Springfield" Fest at the Springfield Town Center! Exhibitors, vendors, and top notch entertainment will begin at 11am. Look for lots of interactive activities, and prizes!
Food vendors, DJ, live bands , local youth entertainm ..
World Heritage Festival @ Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring
Sunday, June 1, 2025
1300
- 1900
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
World Heritage Festival – A Global Celebration of Diversity in Silver Spring!
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 1 PM – 7 PM
Location: Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, Maryland
Embark on a cultural journey at the World Heritage Festival! This vibrant event invit ..
Mount Vernon Flea Market/Arts and Crafts Fair (Hosted by Masonic Lodge #219)
Alexandria
Saturday, May 17, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..
Alexandria Art Show and Craft Spring Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square
Alexandria
Saturday, April 26, 2025
1100
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: John Carlyle Square Park, Alexandria, VA
Celebrate Mother's Day early with a day full of creativity and charm at the Alexandria Art Show and Craft Spring Fair! Held at the picturesque John Carlyle ..
Spring Fling Flea and Arts and Crafts Fair - Hosted by the Mt. Vernon Masonic Lodge
Virginia
Saturday, April 19, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
MOUNT VERNON MASONIC LODGE #219:
RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
8717 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
CUSTOMER PARKING ON SITE!
COMMUNITY SPRINGTIME EVENT: YOU WILL FIND: Antique, Vintage, as well as Crafters/Artisan Vendors, and refreshments for ..
Flea Market/Arts and Crafts Fair: Hosted by the Masonic Lodge #219
Alexandria
Saturday, March 15, 2025
0800
- 1400
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, household furnishings, rugs, decor, retro and handmade, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR ..