7th Annual Old Town Festival of Speed & Style, Presented by Burke & Herbert Bank
400-600 blocks of King Street, and the 100 blocks of North and South St. Asaph Street and North and South Pitt Street
One of the East Coast’s most stylish and celebrated car events, Old Town Festival of Speed & Style presented by Burke & Herbert Bank, returns to Alexandria for its seventh year on Sunday, May 17th. The Festival offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for the general public to see rare and exotic sports and supercars stopped in their tracks for up-close viewing and observing.
The lower blocks of King Street and adjoining side streets will be filled with an extraordinary lineup of unusual, glamorous, high-performance vehicles from around the world. This year’s event, which expects upwards of 40,000 attendees, will feature a special tribute to Ferrari, showcasing a stunning collection that celebrates the elegance, performance, and legacy of one of the world’s most iconic automotive brands with cars on display ranging from the 1950s to today.
The Festival is a free, family-friendly event taking place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the 400-600 blocks of King Street, and the 100 blocks of North and South St. Asaph Street and North and South Pitt Street. In addition to the fantastic line-up of cars, attendees will enjoy live music from local artists, a chance to meet exhibitors and sponsors, ample photo opportunities, and a perfect way to spend a day in Old Town Alexandria with local businesses excited to welcome the stylish crowd.
A unique highlight of the Festival will be the 12:00 p.m. Style Celebration at the Center Stage, complementing the sophisticated cars on display. Fashionista will be styled to match a handful of pre-selected exotic cars to create a stunning display of haute couture and glam. Immediately following the Style Celebration, the day's judges, led by Chief Judge, Ralf Berthiez, will announce the award winners across 11 categories, including: Timeless Elegance, Contemporary Exotic, Spirit of the Road, Excellence in Ferrari Sports, and more.
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