5 markets in Del Ray this weekend, May 9-11
Plus Mother's Day Giveaway, flower class, book clubs, wine tastings, workshops, live music, and more.
Happy Friday, Neighbor,
Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! To all the mamas, and to-be-mamas, I hope you have an extra wonderful weekend as special as you are.
After today’s rain, it’s going to be a beautiful market weekend! Farmers’ Market, Vintage Market, Art Market, Mother’s Day Market, and more. All in our magical Del Ray, Alexandria. Let’s get to it.
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Here’s what’s happening this weekend in Del Ray:
🥬 Del Ray Farmers’ Market
🗝️ Vintage & Flea Market
🎨 Art & Craft Market
✨ Art Market
💕 Mother’s Day Market
💐 Mother’s Day Flower Class
✏️ Urban Sketchers
🧒🏾 Kids Storytime
☀️ Workshops
📚 Book Clubs
🍾 Free Wine & Cheese Tastings
🎤 Karaoke
🎶 Live Music
🧘♀️ Yoga
🎨 Face Painting
…and more!
– Rachel Turula
Founder + Publisher, Things to do: Del Ray, VA
P.S. Scroll down to enter our Mother’s Day giveaway with The Purple Goose Boutique.
Friday, May 9
Free Wine Tasting, 5pm-7pm at Rosemont Cellar, 2 E Walnut St.
Love wine? Sip different tastes with Rosemont Cellar’s free Friday wine tastings. They highlight different producers, regions, and styles each week, so you can discover something new.COUNTESS CABARET with LUANN DE LESSEPS, 7:30pm at The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mt Vernon Ave.
Karaoke, 8pm-11pm at Flipside Speakeasy, 2218 Mount Vernon Ave.
Bring your besties to Flipside Speakeasy (above DRP) on Fridays for a fun night of karaoke. Sing your heart out and kick off the weekend right.The Walkaways Live Music, 8:30pm at the No. 9 Lounge at Evening Star, 2000 Mt Vernon Ave.
A local favorite returns for a free night of classic crowd-pleasers.
Saturday, May 10
Del Ray Farmers’ Market, 8am-noon at Pat Miller Square, 2311 Mt Vernon Ave.
Start your day at the Del Ray Farmers' Market with fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and prepared foods like chai, breakfast sandwiches, jams, and dumplings. Offerings may vary weekly—open year-round.Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market, 9am-2pm in the Del Ray Psych + Wellness Lot and outside Magpie Reclamations
Recently named 'Best Flea Market' in Virginia by Domino Magazine! The Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market brings together 40-60 vendors, local food trucks, nonprofits, school performances, live music, and more.Art and Craft Market, 9am-2pm at Gustave Le Jardin, 2207 Mt Vernon Ave.
Shop local and support artists at the Neighborhood Art & Craft Market.Mother's Day Flower Class, 10am-2pm at Gustave Le Jardin, 2207 Mt Vernon Ave.
Celebrate mom with blooms at this fun Mother’s Day Flower Class! Spots are limited.Grand Opening Ceremony & Mother’s Day Market, 10am-2pm outside at Del Ray Farmhouse, 1913 Mount Vernon Ave.
Celebrate the grand opening of Del Ray Farmhouse Market + Garden with a special Mother’s Day Market and a visit from Mayor Alyia Gaskins. Come shop fresh produce, gifts, and local goods.Spring Art Market 2025, 10am-4pm at Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mt Vernon Ave.
Browse and shop original handmade art from local artists at Del Ray Artisans’ outdoor Spring Art Market. Free to attend, rain or shine—stop by to meet the artists and find something one-of-a-kind.VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga, 10:30am-11:30am at the James M. Duncan Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave.
Focus on strength, breath, and mindfulness in this gentle yet powerful yoga class.Kids Storytime and Craft, 10:30am-11:30am at The Company of Books, 2200 Mt Vernon Ave.
Join local author Ganeya Gajaram for storytime. You’ll read a book or two for the first half hour, and then have a related craft afterward.Free Wine & Cheese Tasting, 11am-1pm at Cheesetique, 2411 Mt Vernon Ave.
Savor a delightful tasting experience at Cheesetique with curated wines and gourmet cheeses. It's a great way to discover new flavors in Del Ray. Every Saturday.To Be Read Book Club, 12pm-2pm at The Company of Books, 2200 Mt Vernon Ave.
The To Be Read Book Club meets on the second Saturday each month.Motherland! Free Wine Tasting, 1pm-5pm at Planet Wine Shop, 2004 Mt Vernon Ave.
Celebrate grapes thriving in their native soil—French Chenin, rosé, Italian Barbera, and Pinot Noir—all crafted by women winemakers. Enjoy a 10% discount on tasting wines to take home.BODEANS, 7:30pm at The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mt Vernon Ave.
It’s Giveaway Time
Just in time for Mother’s Day: a Purple Goose giveaway! 💐🎁
A charming boutique filled with adorable baby outfits, whimsical toys, and thoughtful adult gifts for all ages—all curated with love and care. That’s exactly what you’ll find at The Purple Goose Boutique in Del Ray, Alexandria.
For over 30 years, this beloved shop has been helping families celebrate life’s special moments with unique finds and personalized touches. Whether you’re shopping for a new mom, a seasoned grandma, or treating yourself, The Purple Goose offers a delightful selection that makes every gift feel extra special.
Now, Things to do Del Ray, VA and The Purple Goose Boutique are giving away a $50 gift card so you can find the perfect Mother’s Day gift—or a little something just for you!
To enter the giveaway, simply refer a friend to Things to do Del Ray using the button below (it contains your personalized referral code). Entries close tomorrow, Saturday, May 10 at 11:59pm (midnight).
Once they’ve signed up, you’ll be entered. We’ll pick the winner’s name at random and announce on Instagram this Sunday, May 11 and in the next newsletter on Monday, May 12. Good luck! 🤞
Sunday, May 11
Del Ray Urban Sketchers, 1pm-3pm at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Ave.
Join Del Ray Urban Sketchers for a free drop-in session to capture the essence of Del Ray through sketching. Bring your supplies, sketch from observation, and share your work with fellow artists. Meets monthly (except for July, August, and December).Free Kids Face Painting and Crafts, 1pm-5pm at Hops N Shine, 3410 Mt Vernon Ave.
Bring your kids for free face painting at Hops N Shine. From Spider-Man masks to unicorns, the talented face painter can do it all! Enjoy select crafts, coloring books, and a kid's construction area too.Sunday Baby Time, 3:30pm-4pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave.
Wiggle, crawl, and clap along at Baby Time, a fun-filled session with fingerplay and songs for little ones. Perfect for ages 0-14 months.Playing with Resin Workshop (Register by 5/8), 6pm-9pm at Del Ray Artisans, 2704 Mt Vernon Ave.
Learn the basics of resin art in this hands-on workshop. Create at your own pace and leave your masterpiece to cure at the gallery for later pickup.A TRIBUTE TO FRANKIE BEVERLY Featuring JUNIE HENDERSON & PAUL BUMBRY and A.T.O.M, 7:30pm at The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mt Vernon Ave.
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Reading: I finished The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes, a thriller/mystery type of book. I loved reading it, but I’m unsure how I feel about the ending! If you read it, let me know what you think. Up next: Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors.
For the mamas, this customizable cute crewneck gives all the cozy, proud parent vibes (makes a great gift). I bought myself the dog mom version.
The splurge gift if mom loves to cook: The Smithey Dutch Oven.
For local Mother’s Day gifts, try Founding Farmers chocolates, something special from The Purple Goose Boutique, or a unique find at one of this weekend’s markets.
Outdoor upgrade: Solar-powered string lights with a dusk sensor. Backyard magic, no outlet required.
Add color to your backyard with these moveable grow bags—great for small spaces or patios.
Is it just me, or does life get busier every year? To counterbalance, I’ve recently gotten into yoga and love the physical and mental clarity it gives me. If you want to do the same, this is the yoga / workout mat that I’ve been using.
Weather
Friday
62 🌡️ 49 | 🌧️ | 65% | 💨 NNW 11 mph
Saturday
75 🌡️ 54 | ☀️ | 2% | 💨 NW 15 mph
Sunday
82 🌡️ 57 | ⛅ | 3% | 💨 NNW 6 mph
Temperature readings taken from Alexandria, VA on weather.com the night before publication.
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