What's Next at DreamSpire
Roots & Wings
Spook the Streets
Spook the Streets
Every new school year begins with possibility.
Join DreamSpire for Roots & Wings, a two-evening creative experience designed to help young people slow down, reflect, and begin the year with confidence, purpose, and imagination.
On the first evening, participants will work alongside a local author to discover their voice through guided poetry and creative writing before transforming their words into meaningful works of art.
On the second evening, families will return to celebrate during an inspiring Poetry & Art Showcase, where every poem, every brushstroke, and every story becomes part of a beautiful community gallery.
Because strong roots build confident wings.
Spook the Streets
Spook the Streets
Spook the Streets
This fall, step into the legendary world of Sleepy Hollow as DreamSpire transforms Market On Main into an immersive celebration of art, storytelling, and autumn adventure.
Meet the mysterious Headless Horseman, explore our interactive Spooky Corner, discover magical photo moments, enjoy family-friendly activities, and watch the streets come alive during our 2nd Annual Chalk Art Contest, where artists transform the sidewalks into works of imagination.
Whether you're creating, exploring, or simply soaking in the magic of the season, Spook the Streets invites every family to become part of the story.
Adventure awaits around every corner.
Our Past Events
Let It Grow
Pumpkin Art Installation
Pumpkin Art Installation
Created by DreamSpire Creatives, Let It Grow brought together art, environmental stewardship, and youth leadership in one unforgettable community celebration. Families explored interactive experiences—from our walk-through decomposition exhibit and hands-on recycled art projects to butterfly releases, nature-inspired activities, and creative play—discovering how imagination and small actions can grow into meaningful change.
Pumpkin Art Installation
Pumpkin Art Installation
Pumpkin Art Installation
DreamSpire Creatives invited children to carve pumpkins as part of a collaborative art project for Kincaid Regional Theatre’s Sleepy Hollow production. Each carved pumpkin became part of a larger art installation, giving young creators the opportunity to contribute to a professional community theater experience through hands-on artistic expression.
Chalk Art Showcase
Pumpkin Art Installation
Chalk Art Showcase
During the Market on Main Fall Festival, DreamSpire Creatives hosted a community chalk art experience that invited children to transform Washington Street into an outdoor canvas. Young artists designed colorful creations directly on the pavement, filling downtown Alexandria with imagination, self-expression, and friendly creative competition.
Positivity Rocks
Positivity Rocks
Chalk Art Showcase
Young artists in grades 1–4 gathered to paint and create kindness rocks designed to spread joy throughout the community. Surrounded by the natural beauty of AJ Jolly Park, children were inspired by friendship and nature as they transformed simple stones into colorful messages of encouragement. Finished rocks were placed around the community or gifted to friends — small creations with big heart and meaningful impact.
Branch Out
Positivity Rocks
Dream Boards
Students in grades 5–8 gathered at AJ Jolly Park to explore nature as their art studio. Using branches, leaves, and natural materials, young artists created one-of-a-kind art pieces inspired by the textures, shapes, and beauty of the outdoors. This hands-on experience encouraged creativity, environmental appreciation, and imaginative expression — proving that nature itself can be the canvas.
Dream Boards
Positivity Rocks
Dream Boards
DreamSpire Creatives began with a kick-off gathering at Brass Key, where kids ages 8–18 came together to create vision boards for the year ahead. Each participant designed a personal board reflecting their goals, dreams, and hopes for what lay in the coming year. As creativity flowed, new friendships formed and connections grew — marking the start of a community built on imagination, inspiration, and belonging.