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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.

Art on the Avenue

Artists takes over Mount Vernon Avenue during Art on the Avenue on Saturday, Oct 3, featuring 350+ artists, four stages of live music, kids’ activities, a pie baking contest, and more.

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Haunts Along Main Street

Halloween is our FAVORITE holiday in Del Ray!  Join us for a family-friendly scavenger hunt, best decorated house contest, haunted pop-ups, plus the main event: the 30th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade on Oct. 25 — named one of the 10 best in the country by USA Today.

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October Events

OCT 02 - 31
Carnival of Curiosities Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue
OCT 03
Art on the Avenue
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
OCT 10
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues
OCT 10
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mt. Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
OCT 10
Gustave Art & Craft Market
Gustave Jardin, 2213 Mount Vernon Avenue
OCT 17
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues
OCT 17
Cinema Del Ray
Mt. Vernon Rec Center fields, 2701 Commonwealth Ave.
OCT 21
October Cocktails & Connections (DRBA Member Event)
The Front Porch, 2006 Mt. Vernon Avenue
OCT 24
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues
OCT 25
30th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
OCT 31
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues
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The Well Ray Blog

New Year, Healthy You

Del Ray’s Wellness District brings together a vibrant network of health, wellness, and fitness professionals offering a wide-ranging, holistic approach to care serving the Del Ray community and beyond. Learn how they can help you be your best in 2026.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Del Ray Hardware

The winner of the 2026 Heart of Del Ray, Del Ray Hardware is your walkable, dog-friendly hardware & garden shop on Mount Vernon Avenue — with everything from picture hooks to paint, plumbing fixes to garden supplies.

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Volunteers are a critical part of our events — and it’s a great way to connect with your community and give back.

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