Alexandria events this week: Feed a Veteran 5K, Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia and more

Alexandria has even more going on this week. Here are 3 more events happening Nov. 3 to 9.

1. Feed a Veteran 5K

When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Old Hickory Golf Course, 11921 Chanceford Dr

The 4th Annual "Feed A Veteran 5K" is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026. Watch this page for registration updates. D. C. has over 500 homeless veterans living on the streets or temporary housing facilities. Event details | Event listing on Evvnt.

2. Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street Southeast

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia is a free workshop presented by the Alzheimer's Association. We'll cover the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, the stages, the risk factors, the latest research and FDA-approved treatments. Alzheimer's and dementia will touch most of us in some way. Event details | Event listing on Evvnt.

3. Spotlight Presents: Drowning, The Opening Chapters

When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Road

Inspired by real events, Drowning and ‘Til Death Do Us Part explore the intersection of love and loss for a family that loses a child during pregnancy. It offers a unique lens into the grief suffered by the father of the child as he navigates all the pressures of life. Event details | Event listing on Evvnt.

Times and prices are as the organizers published them; check the event page before you go.

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