Please join us for the Old Town Boutique's District annual Easter Bunny Hop. Participating stores will have activities and treats for the kids.
The Alexandria Warehouse Sale will be held on Feb. 5 and 6. But instead of taking place in the Westin Alexandria like years prior, it will be spread out in stores, pop-up tents and open retail space along King Streets and select side streets in Old Town Alexandria.
60 independent boutiques from Alexandria and the region are participating in this year's sale. Shoppers typically come in numbers to score 80 percent off retail prices for clothing, shoes, jewelry, home furnishings, and more. Hours will vary by store. This year’s sale will also include a new component - hosting over 25 local makers and creators at ALX Community’s waterfront location (201 N Union St).
Get a jumpstart on the fun by participating in the giveaways being held leading up to the weekend event. Follow @alxwarehousesale and keep an eye on their Instagram for chances to win a gift card to a local restaurant - perfect to enjoy while out shopping the weekend of the big sale. They'll also be sharing sale sneak peeks, giveaways, and fun activations like a hot chocolate bar by Fontaine Caffe & Creperie.
Find the map and list of participating businesses at AlexandriaWarehouseSale.com.
Let our elves take the stress of wrapping gifts off your plate! On these days, OTBD will offer complimentary gift wrapping. Donations will be accepted on-site to benefit the food bank at the Alexandria nonprofit ALIVE!
Located at 1 Wales Alley, next to Virtue’s outdoor seating.
One day only! Pick up Captain Gregory’s special OTBD ‘For The Love For Local’ Holiday cocktail at Elizabeth’s Counter. Their rum-based cocktails are a nod to the regulars and locals who are big fans of a good tiki menu. Plus who doesn’t want to think about warm summer weather come winter! The cocktail is a rum, chocolate, and mint sipper that is both refreshing and bright.
Available in two sizes 8oz and 4oz for $9 and $17. They make for great stocking stuffers for cocktail lovers.
Donate $10 to Space of Her Own and receive holiday-inspired tinsel tied into your tresses.
Enjoy a festive night out with your gal pals while gold-leafing your very own glass holiday ornament with local artist, Nicole Seifert! Take 10% off everything in-store and get a free packed party holiday tumbler. BYOB. Spaces are limited!
Visit bishopboutique.com to register.
Sample holiday wine and champagne tasting with local wine stop Unwined while enjoying a pop-up trunk show featuring popular esty makers The Neon Camel & FiftyTwoThursdays.
Savor the spices of the season and take the chill off while perusing gifting options in our culinary winter wonderland! You'll treat your palate to mulled hot cider and wine infused with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, star anise, cardamom and orange peel and collect tips & tricks for fabulously simple but flavorful seasonal dips and snacks.
We encourage pre-registration to provide us with a general headcount, but walk-ins will be welcome to enjoy while the offerings last! All those pre-registered will be entered into a drawing for several give-aways during the event. Registration Link.
Enjoy a festive night out with your gal pals while gold-leafing your very own glass holiday ornament with local artist, Nicole Seifert! Take 10% off everything in-store and get a free packed party holiday tumbler. BYOB. Spaces are limited!
Visit bishopboutique.com to register.
Break out the bubbly, let’s toast to the holiday season! Join Monday’s Child and Bisous & the bay for a fun night of champagne, shopping and a trunk show featuring Bisous & the bay’s beautiful hand-painted champagne bottles for the holidays. Enjoy 30% off your Monday’s Child purchase and enter to win prizes. Wear your best ugly sweater!
Donate $10 to Toys for Tots and save $10 on your purchase at Comfort One Shoes.
Happening at the 200 and 201 King Street locations.
Receive a free bow design with the purchase of any ribbon at Enchanted Florist from Dec 6-8th.
Celebrate the season and small business with a For the Love for Local holiday week kickoff party at Hummingbird in Old Town, Alexandria. Join the OTBD for cocktails & light bites. The first 30 people to purchase a ticket will receive a custom canvas swag bag with goodies from local independently-owned businesses. Sponsored by Kristen Jones Real Estate.
D’Maran is bringing fashionable head accessories for girls and women. The new Eleganza Collection features a sparkle headband and crowns to accessorize your holiday outfits, new fresh water pearls, and Swarovski crystals accessories. Shop for faux fur and warm accessories for the winter in the shop, too.
Join She’s Unique and Four Twenty Three Jewelry for a holiday ear curation and piercing pop-up! Give the gift of an experience this holiday season and bring in your mom, friend, or daughter for ear curations and piercings. Pop-up location to be announced.
Spark joy this holiday season and decorate a fresh wintergreen wreath with all the holiday trimmings to give it your own fabulous touch with District Floral. Have a Boxwood shopping spree that day with 20% off your purchases (excludes wall art). Registration link.
Rock your best plaid for the Plaid Patrol during the Scottish Walk on Saturday, Dec 4 in Old Town, Alexandria! The Patterson Group will be taking over the OTBD Instagram account.
Tag @otboutiques on Instagram and use #plaidpatrol on social media for a chance to win $100 to an OTBD business of your choice! Two winners will be selected for each date.
Sponsored by The Patterson Group.
Daily gifts for yourself or loved ones from facial rejuvenation to skincare to great stocking stuffers! Something for everyone and every gift need! Extra surprises in addition to the 12 Days! Follow on IG @aiyanaatelier / @botoxandbourbon or aiyanaatelier.com daily for updates.
Get ready for Elf Patrol! The OTBD Elf Patrol will be giving out $50 gift cards to people with shopping bags from any OTBD store on the streets of Old Town, Alexandria. Kicks off Small Business Saturday, Nov 27, and goes every Saturday from 11a-2p until Dec 11.
Sponsored by The Patterson Group.
Rock your best plaid for the Plaid Patrol on Plaid Friday, November 26! Local influencer @sharpandsoundstyle will be taking over the OTBD Instagram account scouting out everyone in their favorite tartan.
Tag @otboutiques on Instagram and use #plaidpatrol on social media for a chance to win $100 to an OTBD business of your choice! Two winners will be selected for each date.
Sponsored by The Patterson Group.
Join AR Workshop Alexandria and local Alexandria Floral Designer, Michaela Gosar from Fleurelity for a Special DIY Workshop to make your own Fresh Flower Tray, just in time for Thanksgiving!
This is a 2-hour hands-on instructor led workshop. All tools, supplies, and fresh florals will be provided and you will leave with a completed project.
Register Here: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=268495
Join us for this Mini Crafty Hour with your kids where they can DIY a Halloween Treat Tote or make one of our Halloween-themed projects. We'll have treats for the family, and your doggies, too! All ages welcome. Kids ages 7+ may be dropped off.
Register Here: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=263457
Get your creepy crafting and planting fix!! Join Amy Eggers for this one-time only workshop to make your very own 6" skull planter (similar to as shown). We'll begin by painting the skulls and adding on all the details. Once done detailing, we'll begin creating our botanical design with houseplants and mosses. Make it as creepy or chic as you want, get your design wheels turning ... all supplies, instructions and plants included.
Register HERE: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=262704
Join us for our 2nd 'Chunkins & Cider' Pop-Up AT our favorite local cidery, Lost Boy Cider!
In this special workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through our hand knitting technique to make 2 Chunky Knit Pumpkins. This class requires no needles or knitting experience! All instruction, materials, yarn, and embellishments will be provided. The cost for this workshop is $45 per person and includes 1 drink ticket. Sample Lost Boy's Pumpkin Cider, or choose from one of their specials on tap. Our 1st event sold out quickly so make sure to reserve your seats early!
Register HERE: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=262700
We are very excited to host our 2nd Small Business Owner Make & Mingle with guest host, Kate Dreyer, Local Interior Decorator and Design Blogger of Kate Decorates.
Kate will share tips and tricks for finding your people and upping your marketing game. Specific topics she'll cover include creating a persona for your ideal customer, finding out what your audience really wants (and how to do it), engaging and attracting customers on Instagram, and how to start building relationships with and getting noticed by the media.
Meet and Mingle with Kate and other ALX small business owners and craft a sign for your business or home.
Register HERE: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=250822
Join us Saturday, October 2nd to celebrate Bishop Boutique’s tenth anniversary! 10% OFF EVERYTHING IN-STORE!
Join us for our Special Autumn Cookie Decorating Workshop with our guest instructor, Lucy Berry Bakeshop.
During this Workshop, you'll get to choose between:
1. Cooking Decorating ONLY
2. Cooking Decorating AND Crafting
You'll walk away with Lucy Berry Bakeshop's no-fail sugar cookie and royal icing recipes, your 4 decorated cookies, and "cookier" tips and tricks. The cost of the Cookie Decorating Workshop is $65. Ages 7+ welcome!
Register Here: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=260806
Join The Hive October 1st through October 3rd for an all denim trunk show! We will be showcasing styles from Citizens of Humanity and Agolde fall collection. All Citizens of Humanity and Agolde items will be 20% for the event.
They're BACK! Our Special Chunky Knit Pumpkin Workshop is here and we're kicking off the season with a special 'Chunkins & Cider' Workshop AT our favorite local cidery, Lost Boy Cider!
In this workshop, we will guide you step-by-step through our hand knitting technique to make 2 Chunky Knit Pumpkins. This class requires no needles or knitting experience! All instruction, materials, yarn, and embellishments will be provided. The cost for this workshop is $45 per person and includes 1 drink ticket. Sample Lost Boy's Pumpkin Cider, or choose from one of their specials on tap.
Register Here: https://www.arworkshop.com/event/?loc=alexandria&ev=250399
Visit Old Town Boutique District Businesses for a chance to win BIG Prizes!
$500 GIFT CARD
Visit 6 stores for a chance to win a $500 gift card to the OTBD store of your choice
$1,000 GIFT CARD
Visit 12 stores for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card to the OTBD store of your choice
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Stop by Hummingbird & Fontaine Bistro for a Signature Cocktail or Mocktail during the stroll.
Pick up a passport at an Old Town Boutique District (OTBD) shop, then turn in your completed passport to the last store you visit. Winners will be selected on Monday, September 27. No purchase necessary to participate.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Kristen Jones.
