The Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is having our 18th Annual Community Cookout! Connect with neighbors and City resources while enjoying free food, games, activities, and giveaways.

Join us this spring and summer at any of the locations above to engage with the City of Alexandria during this community-building event. 

Cooking Up Community: The Story Behind Alexandria’s Annual Cookouts

The City of Alexandria Community Cookout was initiated by two dedicated staff members from the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. Their goal was to boost program participation and increase outreach to two of Alexandria’s most underserved communities.

As a result, what began as a small departmental project has grown into a major community initiative. Today, more than 50 City agencies and nonprofit organizations participate in the cookouts. These events have reached and served over 20,000 residents and are now proudly supported by the City Manager’s Office.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Michael.Johnson@alexandriava.gov or call 703.898.5115, Virginia Relay 711.

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.