Music Stages
Art on the Avenue hosts four stages that are packed with entertainment throughout the day. Each stage has different performers scheduled from 10am to 6pm: Twin Stages at the corner of Mt. Vernon and E. Oxford Avenues – two stages go continuously, while one stage has performers, the other stage has the next entertainment being set up. Homegrown Stage at the corner of Mt. Vernon Avenue and East...
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Children’s Stage
Entertainment is featured at the Children’s Stage, located on the east side of Mt. Vernon Avenue between Del Ray and Custis Avenues, where kids get a chance to perform, or to watch as other kids put on magic shows, puppet shows and dance performances. ActDescriptionWebsite Magician Avi LittkyA 15 year old student at T. C. Williams High School will amaze the audience with his ten...
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Food
Many cultures make up our community of Del Ray — Art on the Avenue is a celebration of our community’s diversity — and there is no better way to experience that than through food! Last year’s offerings were wide and varied, and included Asian, Indian, Mexican, BBQ, Crab Cakes, Tapas & Hot Dogs. See below for a listing of food vendors from the 2010 show. The list for 2011 is...
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Kids Activities
At Art on the Avenue, kids are encouraged not only to look at all the artwork, but to create some of their own. Local artists and non-profit groups team up to provide a real creative experience for young visitors, helping them create a special work of art to take home, or participate in a project that will go on display in the neighborhood. KIDS ART KORNER will be on the field at Mt. Vernon...
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Pie Baking Contest
It’s time to pre-heat your oven! Art on the Avenue will host the Seventh Annual Pie-Baking Contest on Saturday, October 1st, during the Festival. The Homemade Pies will be on display starting at noon next to the Festival Store (between Del Ray and Oxford Avenues). Judging begins at 12:15 p.m. Cash Prizes are awarded in two divisions! However, everyone who enters is a winner! After judging, pies...
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About the Festival
Art on the Avenue is a multi-cultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in the Del Ray neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia. This festival is held on the first Saturday in October, rain or shine! Every year, over 50,000 visitors stroll down Mt. Vernon Avenue in Del Ray, Alexandria,...
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Artists
Over 300 fine artists, artisans and craftspeople sell their handmade items, such as wheel thrown vases and bowls, tiles, sculpture, hand embossed leather belts, tote bags and purses, drawings and pastels, knitted and crocheted hats and gloves, woven scarves and shawls, gourmet food, fused and blown glass, jewelry, turned wood bowls, paintings, photography, wooden puzzles, and much more. If you are...
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Volunteer
Art on the Avenue is staffed exclusively by volunteers. Join the team to spend some quality time with friends and neighbors in Del Ray and do your part to support the arts. Come out and join us! Yes, yes, yes! I want to be part of Art on the Avenue! To become a part of our team, download the volunteer registration form, fill out and email to Lindsey Swanson at lindsey.swanson@gmail.com or mail it...
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Scarecrow Clothing Needed
Scarecrow clothing is needed for Art on the Avenue. Long pants, long sleeved shirts of any size, child or adult, works. Crazy hats are also great. Clothing can be dropped off at A Show of Hands, 2301 Mt. Vernon...
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2011 Artist Application Now Available
The 2011 Art on the Avenue Artist Application is now available. You can find out more about becoming an exhibitor by downloading the application here. For any questions, please email at...
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Music
From the Main Stage to the Children's Stage, we have music by and for all ages and tastes. Find out more.