Tons of Trucks
Schedule
Sat Sep 21 2024 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Chinquapin Park & Forest Park | Alexandria, VA
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The City of Alexandria will host its 8th Annual Tons of Trucks event on Saturday, September 21, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Chinquapin Park (3210 King St.). The event is now FREE to the public and will take place rain or shine.Children of all ages will have the opportunity to explore their favorite vehicles, get behind the wheel, and meet the people who protect, build, and serve our City. New this year and in celebration of the City’s 275th anniversary, admission is now FREE. The City will also provide a “sensory-friendly hour” for the first 60 minutes of the event (10a.m.-11a.m.).
Participants:
Alexandria City Public Schools
Alexandria Fire Department
Alexandria Police Department
Alexandria Sheriff's Office
DASH Bus
Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
Office of Climate Action
Office of Emergency Management
Office of Historic Alexandria
Transportation & Environmental Services
Truck-themed activities include an art project with the City's Mobile Art Lab, photo opportunities, giveaways, and food truck vendors.
Transportation & Prizes:
Alternative Transportation (Bike or DASH Bus)
There's no need to find parking if you use Capital Bikeshare to get to the event. Use Line 31 on DASH Bus to get to the event without traffic worries. Bike Valet DMV will have a bike/scooter valet on site for those who bring their personal bikes or scooters to the event.
Door prizes are available to participants who use a Capital Bike or DASH Bus to get to the event (while supplies last). Visit alexandriava.gov/GOAlex for more information on alternative transit options.
Driving to the event? Parking is available at:
-Alexandria City High School (3330 King St)
-The First Baptist Church (2932 King St.)
-Oakland Baptist Church (3408 King St).
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Where is it happening?
Chinquapin Park & Forest Park, Chinquapin Organic Gardens, Chinquapin Dr, Alexandria, VA 22302, United States,Alexandria, VirginiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
