Let’s Del Ray All Day! Here’s a list of all the events we have going on.

The best way to advocate for our neighbors and our businesses is to invite others to experience everything we love about Del Ray. Through a series of promotions and events we are able to engage our local neighbors with the Del Ray community.

 

FEATURED EVENT

The 14th Annual Taste of Del Ray

We are thrilled to announce that A TASTE OF DEL RAY is returning to its full, in-person format!

Top area restaurants are slated to participate in the 14th Annual Taste of Del Ray.  The event, named one of Virginia Living Magazine‘s top food festivals in the state, will take place on Sunday, June 4 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields.

Ticket holders will enjoy a wide range of tastes from top Del Ray restaurants and can cast their votes for the People’s Choice award.  A VIP ticket option will also be offered, giving foodies the first bites with early admission at 12 p.m. and a wine tasting until 1 p.m.  Note:  The VIP reception is for individuals 21 and older, IDs will be checked upon entry.  PLEASE BRING YOUR ID to the event — no exceptions will be made.

Hurry and get your tickets — this event has sold out in the past.  Only 500 general admission and 100 VIP tickets will be sold. Tickets can be purchased here.

Taste of Del Ray is sponsored by the Del Ray Business Association. 

Learn More

June 2023

JUN 01
First Thursday: Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!
Pat Miller Square (Corner of Mt. Vernon Ave & Oxford Ave) in Del Ray & Along the Avenue
JUN 04
The 14th Annual Taste of Del Ray
Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields (2701 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301)
JUN 10
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mt. Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues

Have Something To Celebrate?

Our neighborhood is known for our events, so if you have one in mind, let’s talk and make it happen!

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Year At a Glance

JAN — MARright-arrow

January 2023

JAN 06 - 28
Putting A Face To A Name Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue
JAN 07
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
JAN 14
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
JAN 14
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mount Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
JAN 20 - 29
Alexandria Restaurant Week
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
JAN 21
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
JAN 25
January DRBA Meeting: Coffee & Conversations
Piece Out, 2419 Mount Vernon Ave.
JAN 28
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
JAN 31 - FEB 09
Heart of Del Ray Voting
Del Ray community

February 2023

JAN 31 - FEB 09
Heart of Del Ray Voting
Del Ray community
FEB 03 - 25
“The Unseen” Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery
FEB 04
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
FEB 11
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
FEB 11
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mount Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
FEB 18
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
FEB 22
DRBA Cocktails & Connections Happy Hour
Del Ray Pizzeria, 2218 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
FEB 25
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
FEB 25
Del Ray Citizens’ Association Chili Cookoff
Commonwealth Academy

March 2023

MAR 03 - APR 01
Fun With One Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery
MAR 04
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAR 11
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAR 11
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mount Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
MAR 18
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAR 25
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAR 29
DRBA March Meeting: Coffee & Conversations
Piece Out, 2419 Mount Vernon Ave.
APR — JUNright-arrow

April 2023

MAR 03 - APR 01
Fun With One Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery
APR 01
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
APR 02
Del Ray Dog Fest 2023 & Yappy Hour
George Washington Middle School Parking Lot
APR 07 - 29
A Tale of Two Studios Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery
APR 08
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
APR 12 - 26
Spring2Action: Del Ray Business Association Fundraiser
Del Ray
APR 13
First Thursday: A Cherry Blossom Celebration
Along Mount Vernon Avenue
APR 15
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
APR 15
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mount Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
APR 19
DRBA Member Cocktail & Connections- April
APR 22
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
APR 23
Del Ray GardenFest
2200 block of Mount Vernon Avenue
APR 26 - 29
Friends of Duncan Library Spring Book Sale
Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave.
APR 29
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square

May 2023

MAY 04
First Thursday: Dog Days in Del Ray
Along Mt. Vernon Avenue
MAY 05 - 27
Prints in May Art Exhibit
Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue
MAY 06
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAY 06
Del Ray Spring Pop-Up Market
Intersection of Mount Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
MAY 13
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAY 13
Del Ray Artisans Spring Art Market
Nicholas A. Colasanto Park, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue
MAY 20
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAY 20
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mt. Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
MAY 20
Cinema Del Ray
Mount Vernon Rec Center fields, 2701 Commonwealth Ave.
MAY 24
DRBA Members: May Coffee & Conversations
Piece Out Del Ray (2419 Mt. Vernon Ave)
MAY 25
5th Annual Del Ray vs. Old Town Softball Game
Simpson Park, 426 E. Monroe Avenue
MAY 27
Del Ray Farmers’ Market
Pat Miller Neighborhood Square
MAY 29
Alexandria Memorial Day Ceremony
Captain Rocky Versace Plaza and Vietnam Veterans' Memorial, 2701 Commonwealth Avenue

June 2023

JUN 01
First Thursday: Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!
Pat Miller Square (Corner of Mt. Vernon Ave & Oxford Ave) in Del Ray & Along the Avenue
JUN 04
The 14th Annual Taste of Del Ray
Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields (2701 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301)
JUN 10
Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
Mt. Vernon & Bellefonte Avenues
JUL — SEPTright-arrow

July 2023

JUL 06 - 15
First Thursday: Red, White, & Brew
Pat Miller Square (Corner of Mt. Vernon Ave & Oxford Ave) in Del Ray & Along the Avenue
JUL 26
DRBA Members: July Coffee & Conversation
Piece Out Del Ray (2419 Mt. Vernon Ave)

August 2023

AUG 03
First Thursday: Del Ray’s Country Music Showdown
Pat Miller Square (Corner of Mt. Vernon Ave & Oxford Ave) in Del Ray & Along the Ave
AUG 19
3rd Annual Bands & Brews Bar Crawl
Along Mt Vernon Ave

September 2023

SEP 07
First Thursday: Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far, Far Away
Pat Miller Square (Corner of Mt. Vernon Ave & Oxford Ave) in Del Ray & Along the Avenue
SEP 27
DRBA MEMBERS: September Coffee & Conversation
Piece Out Del Ray (2419 Mt. Vernon Ave)
OCT — DECright-arrow

November 2023

NOV 29
DRBA MEMBERS: November Coffee & Conversation