ALEXANDRIA, VA — The holidays are in full swing across Alexandria, and December is packed with festive events from Del Ray to Old Town. From art markets and tree-lightings to Scottish pipes, Kwanzaa celebrations, and boats decked in twinkling lights, here’s your updated, chronological guide to the season.

Wednesday, December 3 — Family Holiday Magic Show

Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum | 7–9 p.m. | Free

Enjoy a family-friendly holiday magic show performed by members of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Toy donations are encouraged; reservations recommended.

Friday–Sunday, December 5–7 — Del Ray Artisans Holiday Market (Weekend 1)

Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue

Fri 6–9 p.m. | Sat 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Sun 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

The first weekend of the 30th An

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