Music programs go hand in hand with Alexandria’s wide range of art and cultural venues such as the Ensemble Gaudior that presents masterpieces of chamber music, the 18^th Century Grand Ball, the Peabody Conservatory Organ Students at the Shack Neighborhood House, the Birchmere Music Hall, and the Rachel M. Schlesinger Center. Annual events include the Memorial Day Jazz Festival, Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival, Alexandria Guitar Festival, Red, White & Blue Concert.

Nightlife and live entertainment can be found at Pat Troy’s, Banana Cafe & Piano Bar, Rock It Grill, Dandy Restaurant & Cruise Ship, the Spirit of Washington, and the Mystery Dinner Theatre.