Fun things to do and see in Northern Virginia near Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County and Falls Church. Includes parks, shopping, sightseeing, recreation and events.
One of the reasons I love Tuckahoe Park is because it's different from any park that I have seen in Arlington. I have been here several times with my five-year-old daughter and she really enjoys herself.
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The City of Alexandria and its Transportation & Environmental Services Department have launched a new game to assist residents in learning the art of recycling. Continue reading
The Gadsby's Tavern Museum will be hosting its Fall Harvest Ball on November 9th from 8pm - 11pm. The event will give guests the experience of 1770s style ball with live music, English Country Dancing, Cash Bar and seasonal dessert collation. Guests are welcomed to wear 1770s attire or cocktail attire. The Museum will offer Fall Harvest Ball dance classes to all attendees leading to the event. Everyone is welcome to put on their dancing shoes and enjoy english country dancing at this Fall Harvest Ball.Continue reading
Daingerfield Island is a National Park in Old Town Alexandria, at the junction of Four Mile Run and Potomac. The park marks the site of the first permanent settlement of the City of Alexandria. Continue reading
Ruby Tucker Park is a neighborhood park located at 3500 Jefferson Davis Hwy in Alexandria. In June 2011 the park was dedicated to the "Queen of Lynhaven" Ruby Tucker. Ruby Tucker was an active advocate for her Lynhaven neighborhood until her death. She served on the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority for 12 years while caring for foster kids throughout her life. She also served as a director of the ALIVE Child Development Center and PTA president for several schools across Alexandria. Continue reading
If you are a fitness enthusiast in Arlington, then you've probably heard of this place.
Located in the basement at Crystal City Shops at 1235 S. Clark St. Arlington VA 22202, Earth Treks features a huge footprint of more than 45,000 square feet of climbing and fitness.
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Gunston Park is a 10-acre park located at 1401 28th Street South Arlington, VA 22206. The Park surrounds the Gunston Community Center and has a host of fun family-friendly activities to offer.
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Packards Virginia in partnership with the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum will be hosting its annual classic car show at the Museum's parking lot on September 21st from 10 am to 1 pm.Continue reading
The City of Alexandria and the country of Scotland have a long standing relationship which stretches back to 1749, the year of Alexandria's birth. Continue reading
