Alexandria, VA Exit 177: On February 15, 2016, thousands of people (plus some dogs and horses) will march along the historic streets of Old Town Alexandria to honor the 284th anniversary of George Washington’s birth.
The city celebrates the General’s birthday throughout the month of February with a dozen festivities, including the George Washington Birthday Parade, free admission to historic sites, popular walking tours, 18th-century dance classes, chocolate and Madeira wine tastings and even the foodie-favorite “Cherry Challenge,” a cherry-themed competition among local restaurants.
With over 140 sites associated with the first president, why not embark on the self-guided walking tour “Washington’s Footsteps,” and traverse down centuries-old paths tread by some of the most prolific characters in American history.
Historic Alexandria Open House- Admission is free to these sites on Parade Day:
George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Mount Vernon, VA 22121, 8 – 4pm, 703- 780-2000
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal St., 11 – 4 pm, 703-746-4242
Stabler Leadbeater Apothecary Museum,105 S. Fairfax St., 11 – 4pm, 703- 746-3852
Friendship Firehouse Museum, 107 S. Alfred St., 10 – 4pm, 703-746-3891
Lyceum–Alexandria’s History Museum, 201 S. Washington St., 10- 4pm, (703) 746-4994
Location: Old Town Alexandria
Date: February 15th Parade and Open Houses – refer to website for other events dates and times
Hours: Parade starts at 1 pm
Tel: 800-388-9119
visitalexandriava.com/things-to-do/events/george-washington-birthday
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: VisitAlexandriaVA.com