Art On The Avenue Festival To Be Held Virtually This Year

DEL RAY, VA – The 26th annual Art on the Avenue festival will be held virtually this year, featuring more than 150 artists, virtual experiences and opportunities to support local art.

The virtual event will launch on Saturday, Oct. 3 and will run through the holidays.

Artists will offer handmade items in a wide range of mediums, including wheel-thrown vases and bowls, tiles, sculpture, tote bags and purses, drawings and pastels, knitted and crocheted hats and gloves, gourmet food and photography.

Favorite Art on the Avenue traditions, including music, the pie baking contest, and Kids Art Corner, will be modified to allow for social distancing.

"We're excited about continuing this vibrant, 25-year tradition with a virtual show," said 2020 Art on the Avenue chair Amy Eggers in a prepared statement. "Throughout the fall and winter, our constant goal will be to connect our artists with the Alexandria community and beyond with the Del Ray creativity and spirit that has made this a beloved community event."

For more information, visit www.artontheavenue.org.