DASH Bus

🎉 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

Welcome to the team, Dashy!

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

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"

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

🚍✨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

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

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.

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

🚍 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

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

🚨 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.

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

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

Our website is back online now. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for riding with DASH!

🚧 Attention DASH riders! 🚧

Our website is back online now.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you for riding with DASH! 🚌 #DASHBus #DASH #DASHAlexandria #WebsiteDown #TransitUpdates

A group of DASH employees at the VTA conference, accepting an award

We are proud to announce that we have received the Virginia Transit Association's 2025 Outstanding Community Program Award for our Fare-Free Program.

Read the full press release at dashbus.com/dash-earns-2025-outstanding-community-program-award/

Pride DASH bus in the rain on the National Mall.

At World Pride, the pride @dashbusva.bsky.social bus is there as a cooling bus. Not that it ended up being needed today. 🏳️‍🌈

Riding with pride on @wmata.com, @rideonmct.bsky.social, and @dashbusva.bsky.social. #PrideBus #PrideTrain #RideWithPride

We’re thrilled to unveil the 2025 DASH Pride Bus, honoring the LGBTQIA+ community this month and beyond!

Catch it this Saturday, June 7 in the WorldPride Parade!

Read the full press release at buff.ly/Vwfsils

#DASH #DASHBus #WorldPride2025 #DASHPride #RideWithPride

An image with details about the DASH June Board of Directors meeting

You are invited to join us Wednesday, June 11, at DASH HQ @ 5:30 PM for our monthly Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors meeting.

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

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

We hope to see you there!

A photo of one of DASH's new zero emissions articulated buses

A photo depicting a group of people about to cut a ribbon in front of a new articulated bus

Thank you to everyone who joined us to welcome our two newest zero emissions buses to the fleet! 🚍⚡🌱
@novatransit.bsky.social‬ @vatransitnerd.bsky.social‬ @jobaker4.bsky.social‬ @greenejacinta.bsky.social‬ @alyia4alx.com @canekforcouncil.bsky.social‬ @adamebbin.bsky.social‬ @markwarner.bsky.social‬

An image showing the DASH logo, a cropped waving American flag, and the text "Memorial Day Service Alert for Monday, May 26"

In observance of Memorial Day, DASH will operate on a Sunday schedule on Monday, May 26. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not be serviced. Regular weekday service will resume Tuesday. For a full listing of the Sunday timetables by route, please visit dashbus.com/schedules

A photo of a DASH bus and a headline which reads "Old Town Festival of Speed & Style Detour May 18 6:00AM - 4:00PM"

This Sunday is the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style! 🚗
DASH will have service detours on May 18 from 6:00am until 4:00 pm on Lines 30, 31, 34, and the King Street Trolley.
Learn more at dashbus.com/alerts

A group of DASH employees installing new bus stop information screens

An image of one of the new bus stop real-time information screens installed at a bus stop

Over the past few months, DASH and the City’s Department of Transportation and Environmental Services have been working hard to enhance bus stops across Alexandria. The goal? To make them more accessible, comfortable, and enjoyable for riders.

#DASH #DASHBus #ALXVA #NoVA

An image with details of the Alexandria Transit Company's May Board of Directors meeting

Join us Wed, May 14 at City Hall in the Council Work Room @ 5:30 PM for our monthly Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors meeting.

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

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

We hope to see you there!

#DASH #DASHBus #ALXVA

A photo of the ACHS Titans Baseball team standing in front of a DASH bus with text that reads "DASH Night Out Baseball Game, New Date! May 7 6:30 pm"

🎉NEW DATE! ⚾
Join us and ACHS Baseball for our DASH Night Out Baseball Game!
📍 Eugene Simpson Stadium Park (426 E Monroe Ave)
📅 Wednesday, May 7 @ 6:30 PM
🚍 Line 34 / Stop: Rt 1 Transitway & Potomac Ave

#DASH #DASHBus #ACHSTitans #ACHSBaseball #DASHNightOut #GoTitans

Due to the weather, this game has been postponed. Stay tuned for the new date!

Big news for DASH and the planet! 🌎 🚍 ⚡
We just welcomed our newest 60-foot, zero emissions bus to the fleet!
This addition was made possible thanks to the support of the Commuter Choice Program, a joint initiative of @novatransit.bsky.social and Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission

🎉 Hey Alexandria! Let’s Play Ball! ⚾ 🚌
Join us and ACHS Baseball for our DASH Night Out Baseball Game!
📍 Eugene Simpson Stadium Park (426 E Monroe Ave)
📅 Monday, May 5 @ 6:30 PM
🚍 Line 34 / Stop: Rt 1 Transitway & Potomac Ave

#DASH #DASHBus #ACHSTitans #ACHSBaseball #DASHNightOut #GoTitans #ALXVA

🌟 In honor of National Poetry Month, we’re continuing our celebration by showcasing the winners of this year’s DASHing Words in Motion poetry contest! 📝📚
Next up, we're honored to feature a poem by Deb Antonini titled “Connections on the Move.”
Learn more about all the poets at dashbus.com/poetry

A photo of a DASH bus with the headline PNC Alexandria Half Marathon Detour April 27 6:00am - 11:30 am

This Sunday is the annual PNC Alexandria Half Marathon! 🏃🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
DASH will have service detours on April 27 from 6:00am till 11:30am on Lines 30, 31, and 34. The King Street Trolley service will be delayed, starting at 11:30am. Learn more at dashbus.com/alerts

🌟 In honor of National Poetry Month, we’re continuing our celebration by showcasing the winners of this year’s DASHing Words in Motion poetry contest! 📝📚
This week, we're honored to feature a poem by Jennifer Veech titled “After the Snow.”
Learn more about all the poets at dashbus.com/poetry

🌎Happy Earth Day! 🚍🌸
Meet Mahder, a local 8th grader, self-taught artist, and today’s spotlight!
Inspired by the forest near their home and their passion for learning about plants with their dad, Mahder blended nature and transit to create “Steps to a Greener Alexandria.”🌲🚌

#DASH #EarthDay2025

In honor of National Poetry Month, we’re continuing our celebration by showcasing the winners of this year’s DASHing Words in Motion poetry contest!

Next up, we're honored to feature a poem by C. Alexandria-Bernard Thomas titled “I Carry the City Forward.”

Learn more at dashbus.com/poetry

A graphic that shows the old DASH logos next to the new ones.

💙💛 DASH is Getting a New Look! 🚍✨
We are excited to announce the launch of our brand refresh, featuring updated logos as well as our new mascot! Read about our logo refesh and see our new mascot at dashbus.com/new-logos

#DASH #DASHBus #Logo #ALXVA #AlexandriaVA #DASHingForward #NewLookSameDASH

A big question mark above the DASH logo

🌸Change is in the Air…🚍😇
Spring is all about fresh starts, and we’ve taken that to heart. Behind the scenes, we've been busy polishing up something new just for you. ✨
👀 Stay tuned...

#DASH #DASHBus #SpringRefresh #ComingSoon #DASHingForward #NewLookSameDASH #ALXVA #NoVA