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The Alexandria Mom’s Fall Edit | Your Master List of Fall Events in Alexandria VA

Writer: alexandriamomspass
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All the fall festivals, family activities + seasonal outings Alexandria moms need on their radar.



the fall edit | alx fall events master list

Fall in Alexandria is here—and consider this your shortcut to making the most of it. From family festivals and farm outings to creative workshops, cozy baking classes, and grown-up nights out, this guide brings your fall options together in one place.


The goal isn’t to do everything. It’s to find a few things worth adding to your calendar, with the details that make planning easier.


Bookmark this these fall events in Alexandria VA, send it to your mom friends, and check back throughout the season for new additions.


Last updated: October 12, 2026


✨Event details and availability can change. Check the organizer’s page before heading out.✨



The Master Fall in Alexandria VA Event List

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Thursday, October 15


📍 Fall Mini Photo Sessions at Bluemont


Update your family photos with a cozy indoor or outdoor mini session from Gift of Moments Photography by Tatiana.


  • 📅 When: Thursday, October 15 | Appointment times vary

  • 📍 Where: Bluemont Local, 376A Calvert Ave.

  • 🎟️ Cost: From $135

  • 💡 Good to know: Sessions last 20 minutes; another session date is October 18.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



📍 Pumpkin Desserts from Scratch at Sur La Table


Grab a baking buddy for a hands-on morning making pumpkin-inspired desserts, with tastings and recipes to take home.


  • 📅 When: Thursday, October 15 | 10 AM - 12 PM

  • 📍 Where: Sur La Table, 326 King St.

  • 🎟️ Cost: $99 per guest

  • 💡 Good to know: Ingredients and equipment are included; another class date is October 28.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



📍 Harvest Harmonies at River Farm


Pack a picnic and enjoy live music from Lynne & Mary With Friends, fresh air, and Potomac River views.


  • 📅 When: Thursday, October 15 | 5:30 PM

  • 📍 Where: River Farm, 7931 East Boulevard Dr.

  • 🎟️ Cost: Free; suggested $20 family donation

  • 💡 Good to know: RSVP required. Outside food and leashed dogs are welcome; picnic boxes are available to preorder.

  • 🔗 Details + RSVP



📍 Prost! Oktoberfest at Good Fortune Rooftop


Make a grown-up night of it with rooftop views, DC Brau beers, live music, and German-inspired bites at Hotel Heron.




Friday, October 16


📍 Harvest Table Florals at Boxwood


Create a seasonal centerpiece with Anu Grover of The Blue Hydrangea, using soft, neutral blooms for your fall table.


  • 📅 When: Friday, October 16 | 7 PM - 9 PM

  • 📍 Where: Boxwood, 1205 King St.

  • 🎟️ Cost: $150 per person

  • 💡 Good to know: Your ticket includes 15% off shopping that evening, excluding consignment items.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



Saturday, October 17


📍 Fall Fest at Duncan Library


Enjoy mini pumpkin painting, wreath making, a scavenger hunt, live music, food trucks, and a plant sale at this neighborhood fall celebration. Hosted with the Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia,


  • 📅 When: Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM - 2 PM

  • 📍 Where: James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave.

  • 🎟️ Cost: Free admission

  • 💡 Good to know: All ages welcome. Bring a completed carved pumpkin to enter the pumpkin carving contest.

  • 🔗 Event details



📍 Fall Learn to Knit Class at Beatley Central Library


Take a creative morning for yourself with this beginner-friendly knitting class in partnership with Project Knitwell.




📍 Second Annual Waynewood Oktoberfest


Head to Waynewood for a neighborhood Oktoberfest celebration and an afternoon of community time.


📅 When: Saturday, October 17 | 12 PM - 7 PM

📍 Where: Waynewood Rrecreation Association (WRA) field, 1027 Dalebrook Dr.



Sunday, October 18


📍 Fall Mini Photo Sessions at Bluemont


A second chance to capture your family’s fall photos with Gift of Moments Photography by Tatiana, with indoor and outdoor options.


  • 📅 When: Sunday, October 18 | Appointment times vary

  • 📍 Where: Bluemont Local, 376A Calvert Ave.

  • 🎟️ Cost: From $135

  • 💡 Good to know: Sessions last 20 minutes.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



Saturday, October 24


📍 Fall Harvest Family Days at Mount Vernon


Spend a fall day exploring farm animals, historic trades, lawn games, storytelling, and hands-on activities at Mount Vernon’s working farm.


  • 📅 When: Saturday, October 24 - Sunday, October 25 | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

  • 📍 Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy.

  • 🎟️ Cost: Included with regular admission; free for members and children ages 5 and under

  • 🔗 Details + booking



📍 Countdown to the Holidays at Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House


Explore the grounds and enjoy seasonal crafts, live music, historic house tours, fairy-house building, and story time.




📍 Samhain Wreath Workshop at Made in ALX


Create a seasonal wreath in a hands-on workshop—a little creative time and something special to bring home.




📍 Fall Funtacular at Arcadia Farm


Bring the kids for seasonal crafts, games, live music, and a chance to meet the farm’s chickens.


  • 📅 When: Saturday, October 24 | 1 PM - 4 PM

  • 📍 Where: Woodlawn & Arcadia Farm, 9000 Richmond Hwy.

  • 🎟️ Cost: Free

  • 💡 Good to know: Registration includes a hot dog, popcorn, apple cider, and a donut while supplies last.

  • 🔗 Details + registration



Wednesday, October 28


📍 Pumpkin Desserts from Scratch at Sur La Table


Make pumpkin-inspired desserts in a hands-on class, with tastings and recipes for your next cozy baking day at home. From pumpkin caramel swirl ice cream and maple-glazed donuts to pumpkin snickerdoodles, soufflé, and a pumpkin spice latte with vanilla cold foam.


  • 📅 When: Wednesday, October 28 | 10 AM - 12 PM

  • 📍 Where: Sur La Table, 326 King St.

  • 🎟️ Cost: $99 per guest

  • 💡 Good to know: Ingredients and equipment are included.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



Thursday, October 29


📍 Fall Baking Workshop at Sur La Table


Learn to make brown butter pear upside-down cake, chocolate and bourbon tartlets, and cheddar scones with apple cider glaze. You’ll learn from a chef instructor while making three autumn-inspired treats: Brown Butter Pear Upside-Down Cake, Bittersweet Chocolate & Bourbon Tartlets, and Cheddar Scones with Apple Cider Glaze.


  • 📅 When: Thursday, October 29 | 10 AM – 12 PM

  • 📍 Where: Sur La Table, 326 King St.

  • 💰 Cost: $89 - $99 per guest

  • 💡 Good to know: Beginner-friendly; ingredients, equipment, recipes, and tastings are included.

  • 🔗 Details + booking



Saturday, November 7


📍 Carlyle House Family Fun Day: It’s Fall Y’all


Enjoy story time, seasonal crafts, and fall activities on the Carlyle House front lawn, then make an afternoon of it in Old Town.


  • 📅 When: Saturday, November 7 | 12 PM – 3 PM

  • 📍 Where: Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 N Fairfax St.

  • 🎟️ Cost: Free; donations encouraged

  • 💡 Good to know: All ages welcome; some crafts are best suited for ages 4+.

  • 🔗 Event details



📍 Fall Harvest Festival at Faith Church Kingstowne


Bring the family for games, a bounce house, food, and seasonal activities. Everyone is welcome.




Saturday, November 21


📍 Port City Turkey Trot 5K + 10K


Kick off Thanksgiving week with a run along Holmes Run, starting at Port City Brewing and supporting Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic.




📍 Alexandria Cider Festival at Lloyd House


Plan a grown-up afternoon of Virginia cider tastings, live music, tavern games, food trucks, and local history at Lloyd House.


  • 📅 When: Saturday, November 21 | 1 PM - 5 PM

  • 📍 Where: Lloyd House, 220 N Washington St.

  • 🎟️ Cost: $50 through November 1; $55 November 2–20; $65 at the door if available; designated drivers $25

  • 💡 Good to know: Ages 21+ only. This is an outdoor event; dogs are not permitted except guide dogs.

  • 🔗 Details + tickets



Thursday, November 26


📍 Alexandria Turkey Trot


Start Thanksgiving morning with a festive 5-mile run or walk through Del Ray, with families, strollers, and dogs joining the fun.


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