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We believe in the power of community.

Located in the Northern section of Alexandria, the Del Ray Business Association (DRBA) is comprised of thriving small businesses in a cottage neighborhood, complete with Mount Vernon Avenue as the “Main Street.” For over thirty years the DRBA has produced signature events completely funded by business sponsors and energetic volunteers.

What's New

It’s Spooky Season!

The Del Ray Halloween Parade — named one one of the 10 best in the country by USA Today — takes over Mount Vernon Avenue on Sunday, Oct. 27.

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OctoberEvents

OCT 04 - 26

Artificial or Intelligence? Art Exhibit

Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue

OCT 19

Cinema Del Ray

Mount Vernon Recreation Center Fields

OCT 27

28th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade

Along Mt. Vernon Ave

OCT 27

Tales of Terror at Duncan Library

Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave.

OCT 30

Cocktails & Connections: October DRBA Member Happy Hour Event

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Announcement

Know Your Farmer

Del Ray’s year-round farmers’ market is so beloved that it received the 2023 Heart of Del Ray Award! Visit the market every Saturday from 8am to 12pm at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, located at the intersection of Mt. Vernon & Oxford Avenues.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Dolce & Bean

Visit Dolce & Bean for artisanal, hand-crafted chocolates, confections, pastries, macarons, gelato, espresso and coffees, and stay for the warm and welcoming atmosphere; this sweet shop was voted by community members as the winner of a recent Heart of Del Ray.

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Feeling Generous?

The Del Ray Business Association is run exclusively by volunteers. It’s a great way to connect with your community and give back.