17th Annual Old Town Alexandria Sidewalk Sale Returns August 14th-16th, 2026
Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
If you're looking for the perfect excuse to stroll King Street, discover local boutiques, and score incredible deals, you're in luck. The beloved Old Town Alexandria Sidewalk Sale is back for its 17th annual event, bringing together more than 30 locally owned shops and boutiques for three days of shopping, exclusive promotions, and summer savings.
Whether you're searching for fashion, home décor, gifts, books, children's toys, artisan goods, or specialty foods, this annual tradition is one of the best shopping weekends of the summer in Old Town Alexandria.
Event Dates
Friday, August 7
Saturday, August 8
Sunday, August 9
Throughout the weekend, participating retailers will bring merchandise outdoors with special sidewalk displays, seasonal sales, and limited-time offers. It's the perfect opportunity to support Alexandria's small businesses while exploring one of the country's most charming historic downtowns.
Participating Stores
- 3 Sisters
- 529 Kids Consign
- Bloomers
- Boxwood
- Comfort One Shoes
- Eliana Curated
- Encore Consignment Boutique
- ERA
- Eries Interiors
- fibre space
- Frances Valentine
- Friends to Lovers Romance Bookstore
- Happy Place
- Look Again Resale
- Lotus Blooms
- Lowery's Dial
- Made in ALX
- Mint Condition
- Monday's Child
- Ms. Moxie's Moon Shop
- Old Town Books & Old Town Books Junior
- Penny Post
- Pink & Brown Boutique
- Pippin Toy Co.
- Red Barn Mercantile
- Refresh Alexandria
- Sara Campbell
- Serafino Fine Leather
- Seyyah
- Shop Made in Virginia
- The Lucky Knot
- The Shoe Hive & The Hive
- The Spice & Tea Exchange of Old Town
- The World Crafted on King
- Today's Cargo
- Wear Ever Jewelry
Store Hours
Store hours vary by retailer throughout the weekend. Most participating shops will be open Friday through Sunday with extended shopping hours, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to browse and take advantage of special promotions.
Make a Day of It in Old Town Alexandria
After shopping, spend time enjoying everything Old Town Alexandria has to offer. Grab brunch or dinner at one of King Street's award-winning restaurants, enjoy coffee at a local café, stroll the waterfront, or explore the historic streets that make Old Town one of Northern Virginia's most beloved destinations.
Whether you're a longtime Alexandria resident or visiting for the weekend, the Old Town Alexandria Sidewalk Sale is the perfect way to experience the local shopping scene while supporting independent businesses.
We hope to see you out on King Street this weekend. Happy shopping!
