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Events | Shopping | Old Town Alexandria | Lock and Go Lifestyle | Robinson Landing | Retail | Wine | D.C. Area | Bike | Halloween | Building Community
By:
Colleen McGrew
October 3rd, 2019
The mornings are turning crisp, the leaves are tinted golden, and you can almost taste the cinnamon and pumpkin flavored pastries on display at your favorite coffee shop. As sweater weather begins and we transition from summer to autumn, Old Town Alexandria embraces more than just the change in weather. With charming brick homes framed by auburn and amber colored trees, the city itself seems like it was designed for the season.
Old Town Alexandria | Pets | Robinson Landing | Bike | Building Community
By:
Colleen McGrew
July 9th, 2019
There is no doubt that Alexandrians love dogs. A quick stroll down the sidewalks of Old Town, and you’ll see shops, artisans, and restaurant owners have left an assortment of water bowls and biscuit jars outside their doorsteps, welcoming dogs to take a break, and sometimes even to come inside.
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Events | Old Town Alexandria | Robinson Landing | Fourth of July
By:
Colleen McGrew
June 28th, 2019
No one celebrates summer quite like Old Town. From festivals and fireworks shows to riverside beer gardens and themed cruises on the Potomac, the season is just getting started. This July, the arrival of the much-anticipated Tall Ship Providence kicks off a month full of fun and exciting local events in Old Town.
Events | Old Town Alexandria | Robinson Landing
By:
Colleen McGrew
June 19th, 2019
Nothing says summertime like live music, cold drinks, and soaking up the sunshine by the water. You’ll find all of this (and more!) all season long at the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria and it all begins this weekend.
Dining | Old Town Alexandria | New Townhomes | Robinson Landing | Retail
By:
EYA Homes
May 20th, 2019
EYA, LLC has finished its search for restaurant and retail partners to occupy the commercial space at the Robinson Landing waterfront residences under development in Old Town.
Dining | Events | Shopping | Old Town Alexandria | Transportation | Robinson Landing | Building Community
By:
Colleen McGrew
May 8th, 2019
As the D.C. region prepares to welcome Amazon and all that it promises, those relocating to the area should seriously consider making their new home in Old Town Alexandria. Rooted in American history, Old Town boasts an ideal mix of authentic architecture and storybook streets with a thriving business and retail district including some of the region's favorite dining spots. Situated right on the Potomac River, and named fourth in Condé Nast Traveler's Best Cities in the U.S. Readers' Choice Awards, Old Town has long been considered one of the most desirable places to call home. Here are 5 of the top reasons why we think Old Town Alexandria is one of the best places to live.