Celebrate Black Religious Events in Alexandria, VA honoring faith traditions and bringing your spiritual community together. These events provide opportunities for worship, learning, and connection within the Black faith community.
Join us in person to celebrate Oakland Baptist Church’s 135th Anniversary with a fun banquet and brunch!
Oakland Baptist Church 135th Anniversary Banquet & Brunch
Come join us for a fun and heartfelt celebration of 135 years at Oakland Baptist Church! This in-person event features a delightful banquet followed by a relaxing brunch, perfect for catching up with old friends and making new ones. Don’t miss out on great food, warm company, and memorable moments as we honor our church’s amazing journey together. See you there!
Saturday, 17, 12.30 -
Saturday, 17, 15.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Please join us for the 2026 The Rt. Rev. John T. Walker Commemoration and Symposium 2026!
Commemoration of The Right Reverend John Thomas Walker
The African American Episcopal Historical Collection invites you to the Commemoration of the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington, at Virginia Theological Seminary on September 24, 2026. This annual observance will include a Commemorative Eucharist and the Walker Symposium, with this year’s theme focusing on the life and work of Black lay theologian Verna Dozier. Please mark your calendars—more details coming soon.
Symposium Theme: The Life and Work of Theologian, Verna Dozier
1 pm - Discussion Panel with Dozier's editor, Cynthia Shattuck, L.H.D., and the first Black female tenured professor of VTS, the Rev. Judy Fentress-Williams, Ph.D.
2 pm - Reception
3 pm - Keynote Address by the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, 27th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church
All Day in the Bishop Payne Library - Recording of the first lecture in Verna Dozier's series From Us to Me
5:15 pm at the Immanuel Chapel - Commemorative Eucharist, honoring the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington
Celebrating: The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry
Preaching: Dr. Donyella McCray
Thursday, 24, 13.00 -
Thursday, 24, 19.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Free Juneteenth cookout with food, live music, games & faith! Join C4C for a fun, all-ages Christian summer kickoff & community gathering.
C4C Summer Kickoff: Juneteenth Community Cookout
You free Juneteenth? Join us for an unforgettable day of faith, fun, and community at our Christian Summer Kickoff hosted by Connecting 4 Christ!
This all-ages event is the perfect way to celebrate, connect, and kick off the summer with purpose. Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or on your own, there’s something here for everyone.
What to expect:
🍔 Free food & drinks
🎶 Live music from local artists & performers
🎲 Outdoor games & classic summer fun
🤝 A welcoming space to meet new people and build community
✝️ A Christ-centered atmosphere of connection and encouragement
We’re bringing people together for a true Kingdom gathering—a space to celebrate faith, fellowship, and joy.
Event Details:
📅 June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth)
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Fort Hunt Park – Picnic Area A (Alexandria, VA)
🎟️ FREE (RSVP required)
Bring the whole family, invite a friend, and come ready to enjoy a day full of love, laughter, and connection.
Don’t miss it—RSVP today!
Friday, 19, 12.00 -
Friday, 19, 18.00
Alexandria,
VA
_$25
Join us in person to celebrate Oakland Baptist Church’s 135th Anniversary with a fun banquet and brunch!
Oakland Baptist Church 135th Anniversary Banquet & Brunch
Come join us for a fun and heartfelt celebration of 135 years at Oakland Baptist Church! This in-person event features a delightful banquet followed by a relaxing brunch, perfect for catching up with old friends and making new ones. Don’t miss out on great food, warm company, and memorable moments as we honor our church’s amazing journey together. See you there!
Friday, 19, 12.00 - Friday, 19, 18.00
Alexandria, VA
15.00
Please join us for the 2026 The Rt. Rev. John T. Walker Commemoration and Symposium 2026!
Commemoration of The Right Reverend John Thomas Walker
The African American Episcopal Historical Collection invites you to the Commemoration of the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington, at Virginia Theological Seminary on September 24, 2026. This annual observance will include a Commemorative Eucharist and the Walker Symposium, with this year’s theme focusing on the life and work of Black lay theologian Verna Dozier. Please mark your calendars—more details coming soon.
Symposium Theme: The Life and Work of Theologian, Verna Dozier
1 pm - Discussion Panel with Dozier's editor, Cynthia Shattuck, L.H.D., and the first Black female tenured professor of VTS, the Rev. Judy Fentress-Williams, Ph.D.
2 pm - Reception
3 pm - Keynote Address by the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, 27th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church
All Day in the Bishop Payne Library - Recording of the first lecture in Verna Dozier's series From Us to Me
5:15 pm at the Immanuel Chapel - Commemorative Eucharist, honoring the Rt. Rev. John T. Walker, 6th Bishop of Washington
Celebrating: The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry
Preaching: Dr. Donyella McCray
Friday, 19, 12.00 - Friday, 19, 18.00
Alexandria, VA
0.00
Free Juneteenth cookout with food, live music, games & faith! Join C4C for a fun, all-ages Christian summer kickoff & community gathering.
C4C Summer Kickoff: Juneteenth Community Cookout
You free Juneteenth? Join us for an unforgettable day of faith, fun, and community at our Christian Summer Kickoff hosted by Connecting 4 Christ!
This all-ages event is the perfect way to celebrate, connect, and kick off the summer with purpose. Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or on your own, there’s something here for everyone.
What to expect:
🍔 Free food & drinks
🎶 Live music from local artists & performers
🎲 Outdoor games & classic summer fun
🤝 A welcoming space to meet new people and build community
✝️ A Christ-centered atmosphere of connection and encouragement
We’re bringing people together for a true Kingdom gathering—a space to celebrate faith, fellowship, and joy.
Event Details:
📅 June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth)
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Fort Hunt Park – Picnic Area A (Alexandria, VA)
🎟️ FREE (RSVP required)
Bring the whole family, invite a friend, and come ready to enjoy a day full of love, laughter, and connection.
Don’t miss it—RSVP today!
Friday, 19, 12.00 - Friday, 19, 18.00
Alexandria, VA
0.00
