George Washington's birthday is celebrated with a parade in Old Town Alexandria. The parade dates back to at least 1923 and features bands, floats, wagons, horses, historic reenactment units, youth groups, and special performances.
For information about attending the parade, see George Washington's Birthday Parade
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Military March in the George Washington Birthday Parade
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