George Washington Birthday Parade

Celebrate a cherished Alexandria tradition at the George Washington Birthday Parade! Join the fun on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 2:00 - 4:00PM along St. Asaph Street and cheer on the oldest and largest George Washington Birthday Parade in the country. The parade features drum corps, color guards, marching bands, community and fraternal organizations, youth groups, local merchants, city dignitaries and, of course, General and Martha Washington. Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of history, pageantry, and hometown pride!