With the start of March, we definitely have spring on our minds. With the warmer temps and new blooms, also comes plenty of can’t-miss performances, parades, and concerts. Celebrate the new season by checking out these 15 events happening in our region this month.
March 1–January 5, 2025
Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age
Step back in time to the 1930s and ’40s in this exhibition celebrating the photography of George Hurrell. Marvel at the innovative lighting and posing techniques that transformed celebrity photography, showcased in his iconic portraits of stars like Greta Garbo, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, and Joan Crawford. National Portrait Gallery: Eighth and G Streets NW, Washington, DC, free
March 2
The Ballyshaners 41st Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Celebrate Irish heritage at this annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, featuring pipe bands, Irish dance schools, and community groups. Spectators can enjoy a rich array of performances and vendors in the streets. Restaurateur “Mango Mike” Anderson is this year’s grand marshal. King Street, Alexandria, free
March 5–7
Tedeschi Trucks Band
The 12-person American blues-rock group led by Susan Tedeschi and husband Derek Trucks brings its Deuces Wild Tour to DC before heading to Baltimore. The Grammy winners always put on a rockin’ show. Warner Theatre: 513 13th St., Washington, DC, starting at $64
March 7
The Love Hard Tour
This sure-to-be-electrifying night of R&B is headlined by multi-platinum-selling artist Keyshia Cole and R&B icon Trey Songz. They are joined by K. Michelle, famed for her hit single “Can’t Raise a Man,” and Grammy nominee Jaheim. EagleBank Arena: 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, starting at $69.50
March 8–10 and 15–17
Stick Fly
In this insightful play set on Martha’s Vineyard, the affluent African American LeVay family grapples with the complexities of race, privilege, and family dynamics after the LeVay brothers bring home their new girlfriends. Hylton Performing Arts Center: 10960 George Mason Cir., Manassas, $19–$30
March 10
Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour
A family favorite for nearly a century, the Harlem Globetrotters are synonymous with jaw-dropping basketball feats and unmatched fan engagement. Premium ticket options are available for kids who want to go on-court, shoot some hoops, and meet the players. EagleBank Arena: 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, starting at $30
March 13–14
Dancing with the Celts
The Culkin School of Irish Dance narrates the Irish journey to America using lively music, soulful ballads, and humor. Award-winning uilleann piper Fiachra O’Regan and singer-fiddler Maggie Lander round out the all-star cast. The Barns at Wolf Trap: 1635 Trap Rd., Vienna, starting at $47
March 15–17
Super Pet Expo
Animal enthusiasts, rejoice! Explore a wide selection of pet products, live demonstrations by celebrity trainers, and fun activities like the Dog Ball Pit, Puppy Playground, and Pet Fashion Show at this annual expo. Leashed pets are permitted. Dulles Expo Center: 4320 Chantilly Shopping Ctr., Chantilly, $10–$20
March 16
Virginia National Ballet: Cinderella
This Manassas-based dance company and school revives its acclaimed ballet Cinderella, which first premiered in February 2020. This rendition of the classic fairy tale, perfect for family audiences, features stunning costumes, breathtaking scenery, and exquisite choreography. Capital One Hall: 7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons, starting at $45
March 17
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Dress in your best green attire and enjoy live music, holiday-themed drinks, and the camaraderie of fellow crawlers at this festive daytime bar-hopping experience. Alexandria’s top-rated bars will offer exclusive drink specials (up to 50 percent off) and promotions. Various Alexandria bar locations, $7.99–$14.99
March 21
Meow Meow
Be mesmerized by Australian cabaret performer Meow Meow, known for her hypnotic stage presence, improvisational comedy style, and sold-out shows from New York’s Lincoln Center to London’s West End. The Barns at Wolf Trap: 1635 Trap Rd., Vienna, starting at $34
March 23
Nerf Mania
Bring your Nerf guns and protective eyewear for two hours of action-packed fun. Nerf bullets
provided. Pre-registration is required. Virginia Credit Union Stadium: 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, $12–$15
March 22–24
Fredericksburg Fine Art Show & Sale
Find distinct additions for your art collection at this weekend-long art show featuring more than 275 original works from area artists. Proceeds support the Woman’s Club of Fredericksburg and parks and rec programs. Dorothy Hart Community Center: 408 Canal St., Fredericksburg, free
March 23–April 13
Murder on the Orient Express
This classic Agatha Christie mystery, set in 1934, unfolds on a snow-stranded train, where the famed detective Hercule Poirot must unravel the murder of a wealthy American businessman. The Little Theatre of Alexandria: 600 Wolfe St., Alexandria, $21–$24
March 27
The Zombies
These rock legends are returning to the stage to celebrate their enduring legacy and their new album, Different Game. Singer Colin Blunstone and keyboardist Rod Argent are set to deliver a night of nostalgic hits. The Birchmere Music Hall: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, $59.50
Feature image by Tom Meinhold Photography
This story originally ran in our March issue. For more stories like this, subscribe to Northern Virginia Magazine.