City of Alexandria, VA
04/15/2026 | Press release | Archived content
Join the City of Alexandria for our 19th Annual Community Cookout Events This Spring and Summer!
The Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities invites you to spend time with neighbors, enjoy great company, and connect with City resources. Stop by for free food, fun games, activities for all ages, and exciting giveaways. It is a great way to celebrate community together.
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Wednesday, May 6 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, May 7) |
Mount Vernon Recreation Center (Kick-off) 2701 Commonwealth Ave. |
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Wednesday, May 13 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, May 14) |
Mason at Van Dorn 140 S. Van Dorn St. |
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Wednesday, May 20 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, May 21) |
Ruby Tucker Family Center (Courtyard) 322 Tancil Court |
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Thursday, May 28 | 6-7:30 p.m. (No rain date) |
Brent Place 375 S. Reynolds St. |
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Wednesday, June 3 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, June 4) |
Princess Square (Parking Lot) 300 Block of N. West Street |
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Wednesday, June 10 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, June 11) |
Fairlington Presbyterian Church 3846 King St. |
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Wednesday, June 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, June 18) |
Andrew Adkins Community 1200 Block of Wythe Street |
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Wednesday, June 24 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, June 25) |
Southern Towers 4900 Seminary Rd. |
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Tuesday, June 30 | 6-7:30 p.m. (Rain date: Thursday, July 2) |
Casa Chirilagua 4100 Mt. Vernon Ave. |
Join us this spring and summer at any of the locations above to engage with the City of Alexandria during this community-building event. Learn more about the cookouts by visiting alexandriava.gov/rpca.
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