Alexandria Holiday Market
Held in the city’s Carlyle District, this open-air festival runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from Dec. 1- 23. There will be live entertainment, sweets, wine, cocoa and unique crafts. A children’s corner has activities for kids to learn about European traditions and culture. Market hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
300 John Carlyle St.; alexandriaholidaymarket.com