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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 5h

On Saturday, October 18th, Lines 30, 31, 34, and the King Street Trolley will detour in Old Town from 1PM-6PM during a community event.

For the full list of stop closures and temporary stops, visit www.dashbus.com/alert-list/

#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert

Announcement of a transit detour in Old Town Alexandria on Saturday, October 18, affecting bus lines 30, 31, 34, and King Street Trolley from 1PM to 6PM.

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 11h

Weekend and extended hours for early voting start Oct 18.
📍 Office of Voter Registration & Elections (132 N Royal St. Suite 100)
🚍 Take Lines 30, 31, 34, & King St. Trolley
More info: www.alexandriava.gov/elections/ke...
#DASH #DASHtothepolls #EarlyVoting #ALXVA

Weekend and extended hours for early voting start October 18 at 132 N Royal St, Suite 100

Weekend and extended early voting hours from October 18 to November 1 with specific daily times listed.

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 7d

Weekend Service Alerts:
Saturday, October 11, Lines 33, 34, & 36A/B will detour around Potomac Yard 8:30AM-12:30PM
Sunday, October 12, Line 35 will terminate at Pentagon City 4:00AM–3:00PM

To see all service alerts, visit www.dashbus.com/alert-list/

#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlerts #ALXVA

Alexandria Transit DASH weekend service alerts for October 11-12 affecting Pentagon and Potomac Yard

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 7d

In observance of Indigenous People's Day, DASH will be operating on a weekend schedule on Monday, October 13, 2025. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not be running. Regular weekday service will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

For a full list of weekend timetables, please visit dashbus.com/schedules

DASH announces a service alert for Indigenous People's Day on Monday, October 13

DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 10d

On September 18th, we brought the neighborhood together for an unforgettable Block Party to celebrate another record-breaking ridership year and thank the community for its continued support. See more photos here: www.dashbus.com/dash-block-p...

#DASH #DASHBus #DASHBlockParty2025 #ALXVA #NoVA

DASH bus parked with large text reading 'FREE TO RIDE! JUST HOP ON'

Children and adults interact at various informational booths at the DASH Block Party

A group photo in front of a backdrop at the DASH Block Party

A man rides a stationary bike as one of the activities at the DASH Block Party

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 14d

This Saturday, October 4, Line 33 will detour in the Del Ray neighborhood from 5:00am until 8:00pm during the Art on the Avenue event. See the full list of missed stops and temporary stops here: www.dashbus.com/service-aler...

#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert #artontheavenue

A detour notice for Line 33 on October 4 from 5AM to 8PM for Art on The Avenue event.

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 14d

You are invited to join us Wednesday, October 8 at DASH Headquarters @ 5:30 PM for our monthly Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors meeting.

If you prefer to attend virtually, visit the link below to register:

us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

We hope to see you there!

#DASH #ALXVA

Announcement for Alexandria Transit Company's October Board of Directors Meeting on October 8, 2025, at 5:30 PM at DASH HQ, 3000 Business Center Drive.

DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 17d

🚍 The DASH Roadeo 2025 is rolling in with monster-sized fun, and we need YOU! We're looking for 40–50 volunteers to judge: no experience necessary! Be part of Alexandria’s biggest bus showdown!
📆Oct 19 | 3000 Business Center Dr | 8 AM - 12:30 PM
🔗Apply here: forms.office.com/g/gjVMakwQ6w

2025 DASH Roadeo event poster calling for judges on October 19 from 9AM to 2PM

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 21d

DASH Roadeo 2025
Oct 19 | 3000 Business Center Drive

Get ready, Alexandria: The DASH Roadeo is back and bigger than ever!
Participate as a judge in Alexandria’s biggest bus showdown! Apply here: forms.office.com/g/gjVMakwQ6w

#DASH #DASHBus #DASHROADEO2025 #BusRoadeo #ALXVA #NoVA

Promotional poster for the 2025 DASH Roadeo event featuring three DASH buses and event details for October 19, 9AM-2PM at DASH HQ.

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · 23d

🗳️ Hey Alexandria, it’s time to VOTE early, and DASH has your ride covered!

Vote early in-person Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM. Weekend dates and extended hours start Saturday, October 18.

For more information, visit www.alexandriava.gov/elections/ke...

DASH announces early voting starting September 19 at 132 N Royal St., Suite 100, accessible via bus lines 30, 31, 34, or King Street Trolley.

DASH announces early voting at Beatley Library, 5005 Duke Street, starting October 24, accessible via bus lines 30 or 32

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Sep 9

You are invited to join us Wednesday, September 10, at City Hall @ 5:30 PM for our monthly Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors meeting.

If you prefer to attend virtually, visit the link below to register:

apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Det...

We hope to see you there!

An image with details about the September 10 DASH Board of Directors meeting

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Aug 29

🚧 Big things are happening at DASH! 🚧
We're gearing up to break ground on our Facility Expansion Project, designed to support a growing bus fleet and accelerate the City of Alexandria’s transition to 100% zero-emission buses. 💚
Read more at www.dashbus.com/dash-to-begi...
#DASH #DASHBus #ALXVA

An image showing renderings and maps of the planned DASH facility expansion project

DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Aug 26

In observance of Labor Day, DASH will be operating a Weekend schedule Monday, September 1. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not run. Regular weekday service resumes Tuesday, September 2.
To see all Weekend timetables, please visit dashbus.com/schedules
#DASH #DASHBus #LaborDay2025 #ServiceAlert #ALXVA

A DASH service alert announcing a weekend schedule for Labor Day

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Aug 25

🎉 Hey Riders! We’re so excited to invite YOU to something really special — our 2025 Block Party! This is our way of saying THANK YOU for another record-breaking year and for being part of the DASH family. 💙 🚌
📅 Sept 18 | 4 PM – 7 PM
📍Leonard "Chick" Rec Center Gym
#DASH #DASHBus #DASHBlockParty2025

A poster for the DASH Block Party, with an image of Dashy the mascot and information about the event

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Aug 18

You spoke; we listened! Starting August 24, DASH is making updates based on what you told us matters most: more frequent service, better reliability, and safer, more comfortable stops.
Full details: www.dashbus.com/fy-2025-atsp-service-updates-begin-to-take-effect-august-24/
#DASH #DASHBus

An image with text that reads "Important Service Updates! Starting August 24"

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Aug 11

Our CEO & General Manager Josh Baker will be speaking at the ACT's August Monthly Meeting!

🚍 Removing Barriers to Transit – Zero Fare Service
📅 Tuesday, August 12
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 Silver Spring Civic Building

#TransitForAll #ZeroFareTransit #PublicTransit #DASHBus #ACTMonthlyMeeting #TransitEquity

Image of DASH's CEO & General Manager, Josh Baker, as featured speaker for Action Committee for Transit's August Monthly Meeting, scheduled for 7:30 PM, August 12. The topic is "Removing Barriers to Transit: Zero Fare Service.

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Action Committee for Transit @actfortransit.bsky.social · Aug 7

Join us for our August monthly meeting!

Who: Joshua Baker, CEO & General Manager, @dashbusva.bsky.social
What: Removing Barriers to Transit - Zero Fare Service
When: Tuesday, August 12, 7:30 pm
Where: Silver Spring Civic Building
Why: To learn about strategies for successful zero-fare transit!

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jul 22

🎉 The results are in, and the moment you’ve all been waiting for is here! Our brand-new mascot officially has a name……Dashy! 🎉

#DASHBus #DASH #Dashy #NewMascot #MascotReveal #VotesAreIn #CommunityTransit #PublicTransit #FunTimesAhead #ALXVA #NoVA

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jul 22

Welcome to the team, Dashy!

#DASHBus #DASH #Dashy #NewMascot #MascotReveal #VotesAreIn #CommunityTransit #PublicTransit #FunTimesAhead #ALXVA #NoVA

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jul 11

Happy Birthday Alexandria! 🎉
This Saturday, July 12th, from 3:00pm until 11:00pm, Alexandria's 276th Birthday Celebration, there will be some road closures along North Fairfax St in Old Town North, so Lines 30 and 31 will have detours.

Learn more at dashbus.com/alerts

#DASH #ServiceAlert #HBDALX

A photo of City Hall in Alexandria with text that reads "Alexandria's 276th Birthday Celebration! Bus Service Detour July 12 3:00pm-11:00pm"

DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jul 3

🚍✨Help Us Name the New DASH Mascot! ✨🚍
We’ve got a brand-new DASH mascot ready to roll — but it needs a name! 🚌💭
Vote for your favorite and be part of DASH history; it only takes a minute!
👉 Cast your vote here: forms.office.com/g/5zYLt4XyXX
Voting ends at 11:59 PM July 18!
#DASH #DASHBus

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jul 2

In observance of Independence Day, DASH will be operating on a Sunday schedule on Friday, July 4, 2025. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not be serviced. For a full listing of Sunday timetables by route, please visit dashbus.com/schedules

Additionally, DASH Administrative Offices will be closed on July 4.

An image with fireworks in the background and text that reads 'Independence Day Service Alert Friday July 4'

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jun 24

🚍 Hey Alexandria, ready to DASH like a pro?

✅ Learn to read routes and schedules
✅ Get real-time updates with the DASH Tracker
✅ Ask questions and get 1-on-1 help

🔗 Learn more: alexlibraryva.org/event/13569147

#DASH #DASHBus #DASH101 #TransitTips #PublicTransit #ALXVA #NoVA #MeetTheTeam

DASH 101: Your Ride, Your Way; Wed., June 25; 6 PM - 7:00 PM; Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library (717 Queen St.)

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jun 20

🚨 Weather Alert: Prolonged Heat & Humidity in the DC Region! ☀️💦
The National Weather Service is forecasting a prolonged period of hot and humid conditions through the end of next week. Our buses are fully air-conditioned & fare-free, offering a cool escape or way to get around during the heat wave.

A photo of Alexandria with text overlayed reading "Regional Heat Advisory"

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DASH Bus @dashbusva.bsky.social · Jun 19

At DASH, we’re proud to stand with our community this Juneteenth. 🖤❤️💚

DASH is operating on a normal weekday schedule, so you can get to the places and people that matter most. 🚏🚍

Explore Visit Alexandria’s Juneteenth guide: visitalexandria.com/things-to-do...

#DASH #Juneteenth

Celebrate Juneteenth in Alexandria, VA

Participate in celebrations for Juneteenth in Alexandria, VA with outdoor concerts, events, and historical tours in the area.

visitalexandria.com

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