FAQs

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What is Cocktail Attire?

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This is a common question most people have... Essentially, there is no need need for a formal tux or ball gown (I mean, if you really want your Bridgerton or Disney Fairytale moment you can...) Just come dress in your most comfortable, clean, chic, and stylish outfit and of course, be ready to walk around, eat, mingle and dance! There is no wrong way to do it!

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What Will the Weather Be Like?

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The temperature in VA/DC around late September and early October can vary anywhere between upper 60's to mid 70's during the day and can go down somewhere in the 40-50s at night. As for precipitation? Hard to say! But good to have an umbrella just in case!

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"I am driving my own car. Where should I Park?"

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Here are some of the parking options available nearby! Market Square Parking Garage https://www.visitalexandriava.com/listings/market-square-parking-garage/4462/ Tip: Located centrally in Old Town by City Hall and the Alexandria Visitor Center, the Market Square Garage (108 N. Fairfax Street) is just $5 all day on Saturdays and Sundays, $5 weekdays after 5 p.m., and $2.50 per hour or $10 all day on weekdays before 5 p.m. and it’s the closest garage to the Athenaeum (just one block away). It’s generally fairly empty if not during regular city working hours. (M-F 8-5) Solo Parking Garage https://www.visitalexandriava.com/listings/solo-parking-garage/4455/ HB Parking https://www.visitalexandriava.com/listings/hb-parking-garage/5097/ The Strand Parking Lot https://www.visitalexandriava.com/listings/the-strand-parking-lot/4461 A map of parking areas and garages can be found here: https://www.alexandriava.gov/uploadedFiles/recreation/info/OldTownParkingMap.pdf Alexandria City Metered Parking can be paid by a ParkMobile app on your phone. The rate is $3.45/hour for Two maximum hours: