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February 17 - KID'S CARNIBALL, Richmond - Check out Kids' Carniball 2008 - Destination: Caribbean! A fun-filled family evening tropical celebration! Activities include live music, face painting, authentic art projects, delicious food, raffle and silent auction. Casual dress or festive costumes! Children's Museum of Richmond. under 2 are free. All ages welcome. Reservations are required. 804-474-7007 Children's Museum of Richmond (3934) February 26, - March 1 - Mid Atlantic Quilt Festival, Hampton - Explore an American artform that has developed and grown with the nation. In its 20th year, the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival is a compilation of quilting, fiber arts, and wearable arts - now all under one roof. It's the perfect place for quilt enthusiasts and textile artists to meet, shop, learn and explore their art. (866) 829-6355 Hampton Roads Convention Center (4232) February 26 - March 1 - Capital Home & Garden Show, Chantilly - From appearances by Rib Hillis of Extreme Home Makeover: Home Edition, HGTV's Erica Glasener and the Butterfly Lady to the dazzling new Idea Gardens, daily how-to workshops, and more than 750 exhibits, the Capital Home & Garden Show returns for four days only, (703) 533-4830 Dulles Expo Center (4233) March 6 - 8 - Southampton Academy Antiques Show and Sale - 39th Annual, Courtland - Southampton Academy PTO's 39th Annual Antiques Show and Sale features dealers from around the country. The weekend includes an Antiques Appraisal Fair with verbal appraisals available for $5 per item, Sat. 10am-5pm, an Antique Car Display - Sat. weather permitting, and a Civil War Speaker at 2pm on Sat. Other highlights include a basket auction, cafe, brunswick stew sale on Saturday and a bake sale. (757) 653-2512 26495 Old Plank Road (4234) March 6 - May 16 - Virginia Military Institute Cadet Dress Parade, Lexington - Witness the drama of the Virginia Military Institute Corps of Cadets as they take to the VMI Parade Ground for their Friday afternoon ritual - the Dress Parade. Held most Friday afternoons (weather permitting) at 4:35 p.m. during the school year. 4:30 PM-5:30 PM (540) 464-7207 Letcher Ave to VMI parade grounds (4235) March 7 - Lex Allen Literary Festival at Hollins University, Roanoke - The daylong festival begins at 9:30 a.m. with check-in and refreshments. Participants may purchase lunch in the Moody Center dining room. Support for the festival is provided by the John Alexander and Mary Josephine Haynes Allen Literary Endowment. Frances Niederer Auditorium, Richard Wetherill Visual Arts Center. Hollins University (4236) March 11 - 14 - Williamsburg Film Festival, Williamsburg - Honoring the Golden Age of Hollywood". Movie Stars in person. Daily autograph/photo sessions, daily star interviews, two movie viewing rooms, big dealers room, nightly entertainment, daily entertainment in the Number 9 Saloon, Saturday Night Dinner Show. (757) 482-2490 Holiday Inn Patriot (4237) March 14 - 15 - 2nd Annual Celtic Festival at Bluemont Vineyard, Bluemont - The rainbow ends at Bluemont Vineyard!Great Heritage Music and Fields of Athenry's Irish Stew (This Farm was hand picked to supply lamb for 3 of the inaugural dinners!) Give the crowd a limerick or Irish blessing and receive free tasting! (540) 554-8439 Bluemont Vineyard (4238) March 14 - Manassas St. Patrick's Day Parade, Manassas - The 10th Annual Greater Manassas St. Patrick's Day Parade takes to the streets of Manassas starting on the corner of Prescott and Quarry, turns onto Center St. and ends just past the Harris Pavilion. Extra reserved handicapped parking located at train station (FREE golf cart shuttle provided) and at City Hall. (703) 361-6599 (4239) March 14 - Shamrock The Block, Richmond - The first outdoor festival of the season, "Shamrock The Block 2009" is back. Saturday March 14th in the 17th Street Farmer's Market area of Shockoe Bottom, Richmond. Lots of food, live music, icy cold beverages and plenty of green. This festival is free to attend and is our cure for cabin fever. Get outside and meet up with 18,000 of your friends for a great day of fun. (4240) March 14 - St. Patrick's Day Parade, Fredericksburg - The 7th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade includes fire trucks, classic cars, high school marching band, community organizations, Irish dancers, horses, military equipment and local pageant winners. Parade ends at new home of Blue & Gray Brewing. The Irish and Highland dancers, a magician with Christian themes perform duing the fundraiser. Shamrock facepainter and craft table (free) for the kids too. (540) 538-2379 (4241) March 14 - St. Patricks Day Parade and Celtic Festival, Roanoke - Come join us for Just a Wee Bit 'O Fun at The Roanoke St. Patrick's Day Celebration! This is the Southeast's second biggest St. Pat's celebration and grows larger every year! Enjoy celtic music, crafts and childrens entertainment that is fun for the whole family. (540) 342-2640 (4242) March 14 - 15, March 21 - 22 - The Highland Maple Festival, Monterey - The Highland Maple Festival celebrates the Highland County tradition of maple syrup-making. Designated a "Local Legacy" by The Library of Congress, this festival of more than 50 years, attracts upwards of 50,000 visitors from across the states. Sugar camp tours provide a unique and educational glimpse of a rapidly vanishing way of rural American life. Highlands of the festival include buckwheat and pancake breakfasts, maple donuts, locally harvested trout dinners, antiques, arts and crafts, bluegrass music and clogging demonstrations. (540) 468-2550 (4243) March 14 - ATFA Women's Day Celebration, Fairfax - We aim inspire local women with a panel discussion on women&career,workshops,art exhibitions. (703) 267 -5751 (4254) March 17 - 125th Anniversary Celebration of the Town of Vinton, Vinton - All Ages Are Invited-Celebrate and Be a Part of History! (540) 983-0613 Vinton War Memorial (4244) March 18 - 21 - Chesapeake Poetry Festival, Chesapeake - An Evening with the Poets" at 7:00 PM on Friday, March 20, features three nationally known poets - Dorianne Laux, Tim Seibles, and Jon Pineda - who will read from their works. Prince Books will be on hand with copies of the poets' books for sale and to be personalized by the poets. (757) 382-8577 Russell Memorial Library (4245) March 18 - 22 - Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville - A five-day festival in mid-March, 2009 which brings together writers, readers and families to enjoy readings, panel discussions, and hands-on events. Each festival features more than 200 writers, illustrators, publishing professionals who come to talk about their work. Except for a small number of ticketed events, the festival is free and open to the public. No need to register ahead of time--just come. 434) 924-7548 (4246) March 21 - 22 - Spring Craft Faire, Berryville - (717)656-3208 Clarke County Fairgrounds (3300) March 21 - End of the Year Park Party, Wintergreen - Celebrate the end of a great snowsports season at Wintergreen. Activities include music, expanded terrain park elements, pond skimming and more. (434) 325-2200 Wintergreen Resort (4247) March 25 - 28 - ODU and Norfolk Film Festival, Norfolk - Will feature screenings of independently produced features, documentaries, shorts and short shorts on the ODU campus and in various Norfolk venues. (757) 683-3114 (4248) March 28 - 29 - Daffodil Festival, Gloucester - Join us for Gloucester's welcome to Spring...the Annual Daffodil Festival. (804) 693-1264 Historic Court Circle (4249) March 28 - Fairview Ruritan's Old Fiddler's Convention, Galax - Enjoy authentic Old Time and Bluegrass music in the heart of Mountain Music country. (276) 238-0376 Fairview Ruritan Club (4250) March 28 - 29 - Whitetop Mountain Maple Festival, Whitetop - Each year the folks of this community come together to celebrate Spring's arrival with this festival of talent and natural resources. We hope that your spirits will be lifted by the good old mountain tunes, crafts, beautiful wildflowers, the delicious food made by our "famous" cooks, and the pure fresh air of Whitetop Mountain. (276) 388-3422 Mr. Rogers High School (4251) March 29 - Easter Egg Hunt & Marshmallow Harvest, Bluemont - After a long cold winter nothing chases away the chill like a visit to the farm! Kids love to ride our Cow Train ($2 each). Come see our spring chicks and baby animals, check out the greens & spring plantings, take a hayride and rejoice in the spring! Our annual Easter Egg Hunt & Marshmallow Peep Maze is included with your paid farm admission. (540) 554-2073 Great Country Farms (4252) April 1 - November 7 - Cows-N-Corn Down on the farm family fun!, Midland - Welcome to a new adventure in Agriculture. Visit our working 300 cow, 1800 acre dairy farming operation located in Northern VA. Learn about the life of a dairy cow from birth to production. Learn how we use computer technology to help us care for our cows so they can produce high quality milk. Learn how we are growing crops using conservation methods to preserve and protect our environment. (540) 439-4806 Cows-N-Corn (4253) April 3 - 5 - Women's Show of Northern Virginia, Chantilly - Satisfy your cravings at the Women's Show of Northern Virginia! Don't miss savvy shopping, creative cooking ideas, healthy lifestyle tips, trendy fashion shows, great celebrity guests, and fabulous prizes. (800) 849-0248 Dulles Expo and Conference Center (4255) April 4 - Ashland Railroad Run, Ashland - The 31st Annual Ashland Railroad Run and GREEN Fair will benefit the Hanover Arts & Activities Center. (804) 798-2728 Hanover Arts & Activities Center (4256) April 4 - Graves Mountain Heritage Day, Syria - Hertiage Day, a fun-filled outdoor event,is celebrated annually at Graves Mountain.For the past 30 years it was called "Kids Day". Kids 12 and under try their skill at fishing. Lines can be cast at 9a.m. in Rose River in front of the Lodge. Rose River is stocked and roped off. Adults may assist young anglers but are not allowed to fish until after the event. In additon to fishing, wildlife exhibits, demonstrations, other educational materials/presentations are on hand. Rapidan-Trout Unlimited,the VA Department of Game & Inland Fisheries join Graves Mountain Lodge as sponsors of this event. FREE Admission, FFREE Parking. Everybody gets a free gift, but you must be registed for prizes at hourly drawings (8am - 4pm). Visit us at www.gravesmountain.com. Graves delicious home-cooked food will be available at concessions. (540) 923-4231 (4257) April 4 - Lexington Scots Irish Heritage Festival, Lexington - Come celebrate the heritage of the Scots Irish settlers! Sample haggis, listen to live bagpipe music, browse the crafts offered by vendors or participate in the caber toss. There will be something to excite everyone! (540) 464-6545 Maury River Middle School (4258) April 4 - Mountain Music Rendez-Vous, Independence - Celebrate the arrival of Spring after a long winter in the traditional way... with a Rendez-vous! This event features a friendly mountain music competition (old-time music categories for adults & youth), demonstration & sales of traditional crafts and plenty of food with a french-canadian, cajun & mountain flare. Enjoy an abundance of music, fun, food and mountain hospitality all day long and into the evening. (276) 773-2000 Grayson County High School (4259) April 4 - Multicultural Fair, Fredericksburg - An annual event featuring multicultural entertainment, food and craft vendors; Campus Walk and Ball Circle, rain or shine. (540) 654-1044 University of Mary Washington, Campus Walk and Ball Circle (4260) April 4 - Redbud Festival at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery, Moneta - Welcome spring at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery's Redbud Festival! This spring festival celebrates the Eastern Redbud tree and Arbor Day! Bring a picnic and enjoy a beautiful, relaxing spring day in our quiet country setting. There will be an Arbor Day display and professional arborist Kent Walton is scheduled to be on hand to answer your tree questions! (540) 296-1393 Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery (4261) April 4 - Walton's Mountain Museum Spring Festival, Schuyler - Walton's Mountain Museum is celebrating "company town" life and family-values through history. Free plant with paid admission,live music, crafters, and food vendors. (434) 831-2000 Walton's Mountain Museum (4262) April 9 - June 26 - Roxanne Southern, Fairfax - Hilarious, interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show. 703 407-1701 (4621) April 10 - June 27 - Murder on American Idle!, Fairfax - An interactive dining experience. Audience member are cast as contestants and judges. Dodge the bullets survive the audience vote and YOU could become the next idle! (877) 407-4353 (4922) April 10 - 11 - Easter Decoy Show & Art Festival & Auction, Chincoteague Island - Approximately 100 local and national carvers and artists exhibit their work. Awards are given in various carving categories, art and photography. Special awards are given for best carving display and best art display. There is also a children's Choice Award given for a favorite artist. The Curtis Merritt Award of Excellence is awarded to the exhibitor who displays excellence as an individual as well as an artist and/or carver. This award is voted on by the exhibitors. There will be hand carved and/or painted wooden Easter Eggs designed by various exhibitors which will be offered in a silent auction. An auction is held on Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. on works of art and carvings donated by the exhibitors. (757) 336-6161 Chincoteague Combined School (4263) April 16- 26 - Southwest Virginia Community College Festival of the Arts, Richlands - Let's explore the Arts! Held each Spring, this Festival explores the cultural riches of various countries and regions each year. The 2009 festival will highlight some of the most memorable performances and programming reflective of the festival themes over the years, since it's inception in 1995. (276) 964-7348 (4264) April 18 - International Childrens Festival, Hampton - Come experience the sights, sounds and tastes of over 25 countries at the International Children's Festival at Mill Point Park on the shores of downtown Hampton, Virginia waterfront. This festival brings together cultures from around the world to educate and delight not just the children but adults as well with a wealth of exciting activities including a costumed Parade of Nations featuring a breathtaking array of exquisite fabrics, bold colors and exciting designs. Select countries will be selling native cuisine providing exotic and tempting treats. (757) 727-8314 Downtown Hampton (4265) April 18 - 19 - Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival, Leesburg - Voted "Best of Loudoun #1 Community Festival & Event" for 10 years running, this festival offers award winning landscape displays with landscape designers on hand, fresh cut flowers, live trees and shrubs, garden sculptures and art, fountain displays, outdoor grills and fire pits, children's activities, and much more. The event will be held rain or shine in downtown historic Leesburg. (703) 777-1368 Historic Leesburg (4266) April 18 - Patriot Day Festival, Cumberland - Celebrate the First Call for Independence! Enjoy a historical reenactment, food, vendors, children's activities, living history demonstrations, and walking tours of Cumberland Courthouse. (804) 492-9175 Cumberland County Courthouse (4267) April 18 - Star City Beach Music Festival, Roanoke - Beach music, oldies, rhythm & blues and dancing! 1:30 PM-7:00 PM (540) 342-2640 Elmwood Park in Downtown Roanoke (rain location is Roanoke Civic Center) (4268) April 19 - 25 - Shakespeare's Birthday Festival, Staunton - A week of community events celebrating the Bard's birthday with free tours, lectures and plays. Families will want to plan to attend the Birthday Party on Thursday, April 23 at 7:30 pm for songs, scenes, prizes and cake! (877) 682-4236 Blackfriars Playhouse, American Shakespeare Center (4269) April 19 - Spring Bada-Bing! The BOSS of All Craft Shows, Richmond - Bada-BOOM! The 2009 Spring Bada-bing is here! Come join the Richmond Craft Mafia for our 4th installment of the largest indie craft show in VA. Planet Zero (4270) April 22 - 26 - Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Circus, Hampton - The Greatest Show on Earth has never had so much to offer. Clown around with the world-famous Ringling Bros. clowns, see amazing animals, witness airborne acrobats, speeding motorycles, and incredible feats of strength! (757) 838-5650 Hampton Coliseum (4272) April 22 - 25 - Vinton Dogwood Festival, Vinton - The 53rd Annual Vinton Annual Dogwood Festival will feature four days of fun for kids of all ages. Amusement rides, games, and an outstanding entertainment take place nightly and all day on Saturday. Saturday, the main day of the festival features an annual parade, craft show, antique car show, distance run, childrens' activity area, several entertainment stages, crowning of Miss Dogwood Festival festival foods, and more. (540) 983-0614 Downtown (4273) April 24 - 26 - AirPower Over Hampton Roads, Langley AFB - This annual air show features a variety of aircraft from vintage to the latest and most powerful fighter jet, the F-22A. From civilian aerobatics to military demonstrations, there is excitement in the air throughout each day. Aircraft will be on display for tours and photo opportunities and there will be exhibits and children's entertainment. The Friday night kick-off features an after dark air show, concert by Pat Green and fireworks. There is something for everyone at AirPower over Hampton Roads! Free. Flying starts at 5:30p on Friday and at 10am on Saturday and Sunday. (757) 365-0088 Langley AFB (4274) April 24 - 25 - Apple Blossom Old Town Wine and Fine Arts Festival, Winchester - Sample wine from Virginia Wineries, surrounded by live music, while mingling with regional artisans displaying their wares. Want a little cheese with that wine? A number of local-independently owned restaurants will have foods available to pair with wines. Admission is FREE! Wine tasting and a souvenir glass cost $15. (540) 662-3862 ld Town Pedestrian Mall (4275) April 24 - 26 - Archduke Music Holiday, Warm Springs - The Archduke Music Holiday Weekend celebrates Beethoven's beautiful trio for violin, cello and piano dedicated to his student and patron, The Archduke Rudolph. Established in the early 1980s, the holiday weekend has drawn thousands of guests for a weekend of the finest chamber music, charming accommodations and gourmet cuisine. Join the Garth Newel Piano Quartet and celebrate Spring in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains. The concerts are black tie optional. Begins Friday and ends Sunday with a farewell performance of the Archduke Piano Trio, followed by a sumptuous brunch. Fine dining with dinners created by our resident Chef Randy Wyche optional for Friday and Saturday evening concerts. (877) 558-1689 Garth Newel Music Center (4276) April 24 - 25 - Highlands Jazz Festival, Abingdon - The Ninth Annual Highlands Jazz Festival will be held in Abingdon, Virginia. This regional jazz festival will feature over 40 musical artists performing traditional and classic jazz works. The cabaret-style seating will also offer food and beverage sales. Season tickets and group rates available. (800) 435-3440 Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center (4277) April 24 - May 3 - Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, Winchester - Join the fun and pageantry of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in historic Winchester. This long-standing tradition features the world's largest fire fighters' parade; an entertaining Grand Feature parade through scenic downtown Winchester; Weekend in the Park, featuring a wide variety of crafters; a carnival; an outstanding fireworks display; and much, much, more! Visit the official Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival web site for more information. See you at The Bloom! (12:00 PM-9:00 PM (540) 662-3863 Old Town Winchester, Jim Barnett Park, Winchester Medical Center (4278) April 24 - 25 - Sounds of the Mountains Music and Story Festival, Fincastle - We combine the magic of storytelling and music with the peace and beauty of Camp Bethel for the Sounds of the Mountains Festival. We are delighted to welcome back to the Sounds of the Mountains stage Donald Davis, Odds Bodkin, Joseph Helfrich and The Celtibillies. Appearing for the first time at the festival will be Kim Weitkamp. (540) 992-2940 Camp Bethel (4279) April 25 - 2nd Annual Laurel Hill Highland Games & Fest, Ararat - Celebrating Celtic culture Bagpipes Heavy Athletics Gates open 9am-5pm $6 admission. 276-251-1833 (4231) April 25 - 26 - 5th Annual Chesapeake Art Show, Chesapeake - The 5th Annual Chesapeake Art show at SoNo, Lakeside Park in Chesapeake will feature live music all weekend and over 50 artists will display and sell their wares in a variety of mediums. Proceeds to benefit the Hope House Foundation. (757) 625-6161 (4280) April 25 - Celtic Festival, Big Island - Music, dance, language and food of the Irish,Scottish and Welsh cultures. Live swordplay, human chess, scotch tasting, Piping parade. Food and beverage for sale. Held rain or shine. No coolers or pets. (434) 299-5080 Sedalia Center for the Cultural Arts (4281) April 25 - Coal Heritage Festival, Pocahontas - Annual festival held to celebate the coal hertiage of the region. A memorial service will honor those miners who lost their lives on the job. (276) 945-9522 Pocahontas Exhibition Mine (4282) April 25 - Doo Dah Day Festival, Winchester - Join 7,000 other kids and parents for a day of fun and family togetherness. Located in the Jim Barnett Park in Winchester, Doo-Dah Day offers over 30 different kids games (prizes given at each game), multiple rids and slides, local entertainment & demonstrations, magic shows, a parade, and family friendly foods. (800) 567-7954 Jim Barnett Park (4283) April 25 - 26 - Mountain Spring Fling Festival, Syria - Located just 25 minutes south of Culpeper and 45 minutes north of Charlottesville and just far enough away from the traffic and the hassles of city life, Graves Mountain is the perfect place to welcome Springtime with her mountain sides frocked in pastels of the blossoming fruit trees and Spring flowers. (540) 923-4231 Graves Mountain Lodge (4284) April 25 - 26 - Great Grapes! Wine, Arts & Food Festival, Reston - Uncork The Wine, Uncork The Flavor, Uncork the Fun... Join us this year for Northern Virginia's fastest growing wine festival - Great Grapes! (800) 830-3976 Reston Town Center (4285) April 25 - September 5 - Saturday Summer Street Fest, Hampton - Hampton takes to the streets every Saturday night for a fun-filled street fair including live musical entertainment, cold refreshments and plenty of activities for the young and old. (800) 296-0800 Downtown Hampton - Corner of King & Queen Street (4286) April 25 - 26 - The Virginia Hot Glass Festival, Staunton - Sunspots Studios in historic Staunton proudly presents The Virginia Hot Glass Festival, the only festival in Virginia devoted entirely to glass artistry. (540) 885-0678 Sunspots Studios (4287) April 27- May 3 - Norfolk's International Azalea Festival, Norfolk - Each April, when the azaleas are in full bloom, Norfolk rolls out the red carpet to honor the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) with a weeklong celebration. Events include The Parade of Nations, Music Festival, Art Exhibits, and The Coronation of Queen Azalea and her Court. This year the festival celebrates the Czech Republic. (757) 282-2801 (4288) May 1 - Fauquier County 250th Anniversary Celebration, Warrenton - The highlights of the event will include a 10:00 a.m. parade commemorating the various periods of Fauquier's rich history. Congressman Frank Wolf will serve as Grand Marshall. At 1:30 p.m., the anniversary ceremony will be conducted on the steps of the County's historic, pre-Civil War courthouse. Noted personality Willard Scott will serve as the Master of Ceremonies. Enjoy the quaint shops and unique restaurants along Main Street, and join us in the evening for a special First Fridays in Old Town. 9:30 AM-9:00 PM Main Street (4289) May 1 - 3 - Halifax County Heritage and Antique Machinery Festival, South Boston - The Halifax County Heritage and Antique Machinery Festival is a 3-day event that highlights rural and agricultural heritage. On hand will be antique cars, trucks, tractors and machinery. Special activities include tractor pulls, quarter-scale pulls and burn-outs. Music, food and entertainment. Arts and crafts and antique vendors. (434) 572-6879 Halifax County Fairgrounds (4290) May 2 - 2nd Annual Key West Fest, Suffolk - Stop on by the Tiki Hut at Rio Grande Traders for an island-themed celebration complete with live reggae, island foods, pirate re-enactors and rare tropical animals. This family event is free and open to the public. Kids receive pirate favors. 12:00 PM-4:00 PM (757) 538-3512 Rio Grande Traders (4291) May 2 - Altavista Quilt Festival, Altavista - Quilts will be entered for display only or for judging. Quilt entry fee is $5.00. 1st,2nd,3rd place awards will be given and people's choice award. Vendors will be available to sell and show their wares. Qulting classes available. Food will be available. Music provided throughout the day. Theme is "Hometown Memories". Hours are 10 am til 7 pm. Children under 10 Free. (434) 369-6665 Booker Building, English Park (4293) May 2 - Children's Festival of Friends, Newport News - Now in it's 20th year, this annual family favorite is for all children ages 2 to 12. Participants will enjoy nationally known entertainment, over 100 hands-on activities, games, food vendors and rides, all set in beautiful Newport News Park. All activities are free. (757) 926-1400 Newport News Park (4294) May 2 - Thirteenth Annual Art on the Lawn, Danville - The Thirteenth Annual Art on the Lawn outdoor exhibit on the Museum grounds from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm. This juried art show will feature some of the region's finest artists and craftsmen whose works will be for sale. Mediums displayed usually include painting, printmaking, stained glass, pottery, jewelry, photography, and mixed media. In addition to original artwork, there will be live music and art activities for all ages. This event is free. Musical entertainment, face painting, and food and drink are available on site. (434) 793-5644 (4295) May 2 - VA State Championship Chili Cookoff, Roanoke - The 30th Annual VA State Championship Chili Cookoff is a fun event for the whole family, featuring chili cooks from across the nation competing for the state title, chili and salsa tastings and judging, a children's craft and entertainment area, live entertainment and music all day, a Beer Garden, a jalepeno eating contest, and more! Chili cooks/competitors and arts & crafts vendors are wanted for this event. (540) 342-4716 Downtown Market Area (4296) May 3 - 7 - International CAD Consortium, Reston - Public Safety Conference (817) 343-4670 (2770) May 8 - 10 - 7th Annual PANorama Caribbean Music Fest, Virginia Beach - The 7th Annual PANorama Caribbean Music Fest celebrates the music and culture of the Caribbean. (757) 282-2822 24th Street at the Oceanfront (4297) May 8 - 10 - Gosport Arts Festival, Portsmouth, VA 23704 - Now in its 39th year, this art show has become synonymous with the area's celebration of spring and the arts. (757) 446-2361 Olde Towne Portsmouth (4302) May 9 - Antique Rose Festival, Lynchburg - Enjoy the Cemetery's famous antique rose collection at the beginning of its peak of bloom. Free rose tours and planting demonstrations throughout the day. Rose lemonade and bake sale from the award-winning cemetery cookbook, Food to Die For: A Book of Funeral Food, Tips, and Tales will also be available. Rooted cuttings of many old-fashioned varieties will be available for sale. (434) 847-1465 Old City Cemetery (4298) May 9 - Ettricks Celtic Festival, Petersburg - The event will be held on the grounds of the Matoaca Middle School. Participants include: St.Andrews Legion Pipes and Drums, the vintage fire trucks, vintage cars, Native Americans, Civil War and WWII reenactors, civic groups, historical displays. There will be piping performances and other musical entertainment. There will be a doggie parade and a knobby knees contest. There will be merchandise and food vendors. (804) 526-8367 (4299) May 9 - Festival of Spring, Luray - Join us in beautiful Luray, the town where the Caverns meet the sky, for our 5th Annual Festival of Spring. You will be surrounded by fine crafters, delicious foods and live entertainment in our beautiful Downtown. Relax in our Wine Garden, sampling wines from fine Virginia Wineries. $10.00 admission to Wine Garden. Try your luck with a duck as hundreds of duckies race down the Hawksbill Creek, cash prizes awarded! Children will be full of smiles once they see all of our activities in the Inn Lawn Park. This event is for the whole family!! Come spend the day in Luray, we are certain you will want to come back! (540) 743-7700 (4300) May 14 - 17 - Chesapeake Jubilee, Chesapeake - The Chesapeake Jubilee has provided family fun and entertainment for thousands of Chesapeake residents and visitors from all over the East Coast for 26 years. National entertainment as well as local artists on our 3 stages. (757) 482-4848 Chesapeake City Park (4304) May 15 - 17 - Festival in the Park, Danville - The Festival in the Park is an annual event held the third weekend in May. This event features over 100 arts and crafts exhibits, childrens entertainment, amusement rides, and games, on-going free entertainment, Community Agency displays, Pigs in the Park (the KCBS sanctioned VA State BBQ cook-off), a Youth Art Gala, a Photography Contest, a variety of food concessions and much more. Admission is free to the public. (434) 793-4636 Ballou Park (4303) May 16- 17 - The 7th Annual Hottest Cool Jazz Festival, Middleburg - Hey, get hip, daddy-O. Jazz - yeah man, come hear'm beat it out at Chrysalis Vineyards. Be cool cats on the lawn, slide your jibe, down some wine, some bread and cheese - now that's in the groove. Great wines, breathtaking views, food and jazz on the patio, what could be better? (800) 235-8804 Chrysalis Vineyards (4305) May 16 - 17 - Greater Reston Arts Festval, Reston - Greater Reston Arts Center presents the 18th annual Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival TM, an outdoor, juried art exhibition and sale of fine art and fine craft by nearly 200 artists from across the nation, live entertainment, and a children's art activity area, attracting 60,000 visitors over the two-day festival. Throughout the year, GRACE also presents numerous art exhibitions at their gallery and at Market Street Bar & Grill, educational programs for all ages, plus several fundraising events including Art for Giving at the holidays, and the annual C-Note Sale. 703-471-9242 (4306) May 21- 25 - Roanoke Festival in the Park, Roanoke - 2009 marks the 40th anniversary of this award-winning event, always beginning just before Memorial Day. Includes 5K/10K race, juried fine art & craft show, children's activities, petting zoo, National & Regional Act concerts, 4 stages performing arts,Youth Art Show, Product & Service Area & exhibition, antique car show, Scholarship Program, food vendors, and special attractions. Some fees apply for concerts. (540) 342-2640 Downtown Roanoke - Elmwood Park and surrounding areas (4307) May 25 - Memorial Day Jazz Festival, Alexandria - Big band, swing, contemporary jazz music - a different band each hour! Amphitheater seating with picnics welcome, refreshments also for sale. Held at a Civil War-era fort that was built as part of Union's Defenses of Washington, with headquarters now restored as a museum. (703) 883-4686 Fort Ward Park (4308) June 5 - 7 - Celebrate Fairfax Festival, Fairfax - (800) 880-6629 Fairfax County Government Center (3469) June 5 - 7 - Clinch River Days Festival, St. Paul - Annual festival on the scenic Clinch River in St. Paul, Virginia, representing both Russell and Wise Counties featuring live music, contests, craft and food vendors, entertainment, wine tasting, re-enactments, etc. (276) 762-2303 J. Fred Matthews Park (4310) June 6 - 7 - 13th Annual American Indian Festival, Chesapeake - Celebration features American Indian storytelling, traditional dancing, and demonstrations. Native jewelry, crafts, festival and Native American food vendors. Don't miss the spiritual "Grand Entry". Event is FREE to the public. (757) 382-6411 Chesapeake City Park (4309) June 6 - Parksley Spring Festival, Parksley - The Parksley Spring Festival is an annual Eastern Shore tradition. Enjoy exhibits, vendors, games rides, rockwall climbing, car show, egg drop, cream puff eating contest, face painting, ambulance tours, beer garden, Nanticoke Indian tribe, children's characters, crafts, dunking booth, reptile exhibit, safety house, live bands, fire engine tours, drinks, food, K9 Unit demo, and much more. (757) 665-6271 (4312) June 7 - Annual Children's Festival, Alexandria - Join the ASO for a fun-filled afternoon of art activities, an instrument petting zoo, and a performance of the music from "The Chronicles of Narnia," "Lord of the Rings," and the Looney Tunes classic "What's Opera, Doc? 703-548-0885 (4311) June 11 - 13 - The All American Bluegrass Jam, Orange - The All American Bluegrass Jam is a 3-day Bluegrass Festival in historic Orange County and is co-sponsored by the Boosters. (540) 825-5838 Booster Park (4313) June 12 - 13 - Clinch Mountain Music Festival, Gate City - The Clinch Mountain Music Fest celebrates celebrates the heart, soul, and spirit of mountain music. Bluegrass, old time, and mountain music performed by old and new musicians. The two day festival features musical competitions, flat footin' contest, pickin' tent, and arts and crafts vendors as well as activities for the kids. It's a great family event held at the Natural Tunnel State Park, Gate City, Virginia, and the Carter Family Fold. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music, fun, and food. (877) 266-3303 Downtown Gate City Southwest Virginia Community Foundation (4314) June 15 - 20 - Best Friend Festival, Norton - Come join us at our 23rd Annual Best Friend Festival! Events are held daily some starting as early as 7:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Kid's can enjoy painting a trash can, tie-dying a t-shirt, entering a karaoke contest, riding the kiddie train, playing in the large sandbox, and having fun at "A Kid's Place". Senior Citizen's come out and enjoy a free lunch, bingo, a Spring Variety show, cakewalks, face-painting, music, and more. This year's festival also features gospel singing, a picnic in the park, Legends of the Opry, a teen dance, a car show, kid's fishing day, basketball, 5K run, flea market vendors, and much more. (276) 679-0961 (4316) June 19 - 28 - Magic in the Mountains Festival, Clifton Forge - Spans 2 weekends- arts & crafts, antique tractor display, wine tasting,family paddle, children's activities & more the 1st weekend in Clifton Forge. Music, micro-brew fest, demonstrations & a paddle poker run the 2nd weekend in Covington. Douthat State Park has events thought the week in between. (540) 862-2000 (4319) June 20 - Juneteenth Freedom and Heritage Celebration, Lynchburg - The Lynchburg Juneteenth Freedom and Heritage Celebration, "For Our Own Good" will be held at the Legacy Museum of African American History. This exciting event will showcase African American Culture with the legacy Museum exhibit, History Tours of the Old City Cemetery. 10:00 AM-3:00 PM . (434) 841-9711 Museum of African American History (4318) June 20 - 21, August 15- 16 - The Stone Tower Renaissance Faire, Mt. Solon - Array thyself in thy favorite garb and join us for a weekend of amazing Performers, Merchant tents filled with wondrous wares, where Knights of Olde clash their swords for Honour and Glory as the Knights of Now test their skill with lance and steed, Games to test your skills, and more Wonders than can be enjoyed in a single day. (540) 939-4793 Natural Chimneys Regional Park (4350) June 25 - July 19 - Wachapreague Town Carnival, Wachapreague - Experience an authentic old fashioned small town carnival with rides, food, Miss Wachapreague contest, funnel cakes and famous clam fritters. Live family friendly entertainment nightly. Runs June 25 through July 19, Wednesday-Saturday only. Sponsored by the Wachapreague Volunteer Fire Department. (757) 787-2105 (4320) June 26 - 28 - 18th Afrikan American Festival, Hampton - This is an outdoor, non-alcoholic, family-oriented event that features nonstop entertainment! Over 70 street market vendors will be on site selling authentic and original black art, artifacts, handmade crafts, and more. For hungry patrons, local and regional food vendors will be selling chicken wings, barbeque sandwiches, fish sandwiches, jerk and curry chicken, lamb and beef gyros, Italian and rope sausage, fresh cut French fries, sunrise fruit, sweet potato pies, and more. All proceeds gathered will help support the Peninsula Association for Sickle Cell Anemia who not only distributes educational materials about the disease, but also encourages screening programs and genetic counseling. (757) 727-8311 Mill Point Park (4321) July 2 - 4, July 10 - 11, July 17 - 18, July 24 - 25, July 27 - August 1 - Fireman's Carnival, Chincoteague Island - Rides, Fun, and Food! Open every Friday and Saturday in July. It is open each night during Pony Penning Week. Extended hours on Wednesday and Thursday immediately after the swim and auction. The Fireman's Carnival leads up to the world famous Pony Swim and Auction always held on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July! NO SUNDAYS. Join us on July 4th for spectacular fireworks! (757) 336-6161 Carnival Grounds (4322) July 2 - 12 - The 21st Annual Salem Fair, Salem - Ths is the largest fair and event of its kind in western Virginia. Eleven days of family fun including carnival rides, food, games, commercial exhibits and free musical and entertainment acts. The Salem Fair has free admission and free parking and annually attracts in excess of 350,000. (540) 375-3004 Salem Civic Center (4323) July 3 - 4 - America's Birthday Celebration, Staunton - Happy Birthday America! Celebrate in historic Staunton, Virginia with food, fun, music, 5K race, and fireworks...plus a lot more! Come out and see on July 3rd Gospel great Ivan Parker with his special guest Janet Paschal and on July 4th country group Ricochet. (540) 885-5008 Gypsy Hill Park (4324) July 3 - 5 - Harborfest, Norfolk - Free & Everyone is Welcome to be a part of three exciting events, three explosive days of free entertainment, three electrifying days of fireworks displays and the biggest outdoor dock party and picnic in Norfolk's history! Friday and Saturday Noon-11pm, Sunday Noon-8 pm 757) 441-2345 Town Point Park (4325) July 3 - 4 - Independence Day Festival in Independence, Independence - What better place to spend the 4th of July than in Independence, VA? There's lots to do around the Town of Independence from early 'til late as we celebrate a small town, old fashioned 4th of July holiday. Friday and Saturday...Music & Entertainment, Kids Games, Vendors, Crafters & Food Friday July 3rd, 5K and Fun Run, 8am...Bottle Boat Regatta on the New River at 3pm Saturday July 4th, Parade at 10am, Watermelon Eating Contest at 1pm, Fireworks at 9:30pm. (9:00 AM-10:30 PM) (276) 773-9384 (4326) July 4 - 4th of July Celebration at Lakeside Park, Chesapeake - Parade, entertainment, food, games and paddleboat rides. Event is FREE to the public. Parade, entertainment, food, games and paddleboat rides. Event is FREE to the public. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (757) 382-6411 Lakeside Park (4327) July 4 - An American Celebration at Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon - Historic Mount Vernon, the home of our first commander-in-chief who led American troops to victory in the country's fight for independence, will celebrate George Washington's contribution to America's freedom on July 4th with its annual event An American Celebration. The day will feature military reenactments, a musical performance by the National Concert Band of America, a special wreathlaying ceremony, free birthday cake for all (while supplies last), and a visit from the "first" first couple, "General and Mrs. Washington." 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (703) 780-2000 Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens (4328) July 4 - Historic Hillsville July 4th, Hillsville - July 4th parade, games, food, music and the Hillsville - Carroll County fireworks extravaganza. Parade in downtown Historic Hillsville with games, food, music and fireworks to follow at the VFW Post 1115. (276) 728-2128 Historic Hillsville Downtown and VFW Post 1115 (4330) July 4 - Mountain Treasures Festival, Dungannon - Join us for a day of celebration and patriotism in the town of Dungannon, Virginia. The 27th Annual July 4th Celebration is a safe, fun, and affordable event that represents not only our heritage, but also a strong sense of community spirit. The Mountain Treasures Festival is Scott County's largest Fourth of July celebration. (10:00 AM-10:00 PM) (276) 467-2306 (4331) July 8 - 11 - Wayside Bluegrass Festival, Stuart - Wayside Park is home to the nationally known Beach Music Festival! Owners Danny and Patty Hazelwood bring a variety of events to the Blue Ridge Mountains via Wayside Park. Don't miss the Wayside Bluegrass Event. Sit back and enjoy the music of several renowned bluegrass bands. Camp out for the weekend and enjoy the fun! (276) 692-5239 Wayside Park (4332) July 11 - 12 - World War II Living History, Chantilly - 10am-4pm Saturday, 10am-3pm Sunday House tour included. $7/adult, $5/senior and child 703-437-1794 (5580) July 11 - Sedalia Blues Festival, Big Island - The Sedalia Blues Festival features the only sanctioned Blues Competition in this part of Virginia. Following the competition will be performances by various headliners. Food, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Wine garden by regional Virginia wineries. Held rain or shine in our covered pavilion. RV and rough camping available. No coolers or pets, please. Fast becoming the most popular Blues festival in Virginia! (434) 299-5080 (4333) July 14 -18 - Madison County Fair, Madison - Come to the petting zoo, ride carnival rides, enter an apple pie contest, listen to music, purchase livestock and sit back and watch the finale Saturday night, the Demolition Derby. The fairgrounds are located behind the Madison County High School. (540) 948-7073 Young Farmer's Grounds (4334) July 16 -19 - Fauquier County Fair, Warrenton, VA 20187 - Features livestock, rabbits, poultry, produce, homemade arts and crafts, animal shows, contests, games, demonstrations, homegrown dinner and great music. (540) 349-0949 Fauquier Fair Grounds (4335) July 17 - 18 - Downtown Days Festival, Marion - Always the third weekend in July, downtown Marion hosts its' biggest festival of the year! (276) 783-4190 historic Downtown (4336) July 18 - 19 - Renaissance Festival, Gloucester - Medieval adventures. Martial arts demonstrations, human chess, jousting, games for all ages. Merchants and food vendors. FREE. (804) 693-2355 Historic Court Circle (4337) July 31 - August 1 - Carter Family Traditional Music Festival, Hiltons - Music festival held the first weekend in August presented in honor of The Original Carter Family, the first family of country music, and commemorating the historic 1927 Bristol Recording Sessions. Visit the Carter Family Museum in the old general store building and the recently restored original cabin that was the birthplace of A.P. Carter. (2:00 PM-11:00 PM) (276) 386-9480 (4343) July 24 -25 - 27th Annual Norfolk Jazz Festival, Norfolk - A 12-hour summer smooth jazz experience awaits you for 2 days this July at the region's longest running outdoor Jazz Festival. Live performances by national smooth jazz recording artist plus local and regional artists. (757) 441-2345 Town Point Park (4338) July 24 -26 - Chincoteague Blueberry Festival, Chincoteague Island - Fresh Blueberries, The Ultimate Blueberry Pie, Homemade Blueberry Ice Cream, Family Fun, Live Music, 110+ Local & Regional Artists, Quality Exhibitors, Blueberry Pancakes, Delicious Food, Gourmet Coffee, Breakfast & Lunch Served, Fine Arts & Crafts, Old Fashioned Blueberry Shortcake, Beautiful Island Setting, Family-Friendly Event, Fabulous Door Prizes, Fine Foods, the opening act of Pony Penning Week... NOW, the largest arts and crafts event on the Eastern Shore of Virginia! (9:00 AM-4:30 PM) (757) 336-0614 Chincoteague Center (4339) July 25 - August 9 - Virginia Highlands Festival, Abingdon - This year's theme is "Entwined in the Virginia Highlands. 888-489-4230 (3933) July 25 - Douthat Arts and Crafts Fair, Millboro - The fair features artisans and crafters from throughout the region. See quilts, birdhouses, furniture, ceramics, candles, wood crafts, stained glass, crochet, jewelry, photography, baskets and more. (540) 862-8100 Douthat State Park (4340) July 26 - August 1 - Loudoun County Fair, Leesburg - Friends, family and neighbors, welcome back to the Loudoun County Fair. Thank you for joining us in this great county tradition, and we look forward to providing an enjoyable week for all of you. (703) 777-3835 (3174) July 26 - August 1 - Frederick County Fair, Winchester - Demolition derby, beauty pageants, live bluegrass music, lawnmower racing, carnival, livestock shows, petting zoos and more await you at the fair! The fairgrounds are on I81 exit 316 on Rt 11 North. (540) 667-8739 Frederick County Fair Grounds (4341) July 28, - August 1 - Bergton Community Fair, Bergton - Food, games, rides, exhibits for the whole family. (540) 852-3233 (4342) July 31- August 2 - The 20th Annual AT&T Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival, Norfolk - The Bayou Boogaloo & Cajun Food Festival is Norfolk's annual love-fest with New Orleans' special spirit and unique Bayou culture. This popular 3-day festival delivers the heart and sould of Louisiana to visitors to Town Point Park in true Cajun and Creole style. Featuring live national entertainment, eating contests, children's activities and more! (757) 441-2345 Town Point Park (4344) August 1 - 2 - Artisans In The Park, Virginia Beach - An outdoor art & craft festival featuring over 100 artisans, live stage entertainment, family-themed performers, special children's activities and festival foods-now in it's 34th year! Free and open to the public with on-site parking, sponsored by The City of Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation. Experience the Fun! (757) 427-2990 Great Neck Park (4345) August 9 - 15 - Clarke County Fair, Berryville - The Clarke County Fair is presented by the Ruritan Club and is a true county fair with livestock exhibits, homemaking exhibits, carnival rides, and entertainment such as demolition derbies, bull riding, tractor pulls, lawn mower races, and the ever popular pig scrambles. A large selection of food choices are available including the Ruritan Beef & Chicken dinners served daily. These events convey the county's love of agriculture and home interests and define and unite our community. It is one of our county's most cherished and celebrated events, where new memories are made and old memories are shared. If you are new to our Fair, then welcome! If you have visited before, then welcome back! (540) 955-3755 Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds (4346) August 14 -20 - Fries Fiddlers' Convention, Fries - Whether you make music or just love to listen to good old down-home mountain music, you will not want to miss the Fries Fiddler's Convention in the Fries Town Park always held the third weekend in August. Two nights of fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, folk song, dance and band competition. (276) 744-2231 Fries Town Park (4347) August 15 - Flying Circus Hot Air Balloon Festival, Bealeton - Colorful balloons fill the sky early morning and late afternoon, both days, and balloon activities occur, weather permitting. Balloon rides can be arranged as well. The world famous Flying Circus Airshow is presented each afternoon at 2:30pm. (540) 439-8661 (4348) August 15 -22 - Tazewell County Fair, Tazewell - One of Virginia's largest old-fashioned country fairs featuring midway rides, horse show, music, crafts, exhibit center, food and much more. 10:00 AM-10:00 PM (276) 322-1345 Tazewell County Fairgrounds (4349) August 17 - 22 - Rockingham County Fair, Harrisonburg - Rockingham County Fair is one of the best agricultural fairs in the state of Virginia. Located on Rt. 11 between I81 exits 240 & 241. 1 mile South of Harrisonburg. (540) 434-0005 (4352) August 21 - 30 - Staunton Music Festival 2009 Summer Season, Staunton - Experience ten days of classical music performance by world-renowned artists. Concerts include chamber, choral, vocal soloist, and organ works and feature a fully-staged Baroque Opera, Festival Gala, Emerging Composers Concert, Master Classes, Young Artist Performances, and more. All venues in historic downtown Staunton are within walking distance. (540) 569-0267 Downtown Staunton (4353) September 2 - 5 - Highland County Fair, Monterey - The Highland County Fair is Virginia's longest continually running county fair. Focusing on fun for the entire family, this event features live Bluegrass performances, a carnival and midway with games and rides for all ages, a demolition derby, and a truck and tractor-pulling contest. Additional activities include livestock shows, a dog show, a horse show, and much more. (540) 468-2179 Highland County Fairgrounds (4354) September 4 - 12 - Russell County Fair & Horse Show, Castlewood - Russell County Fair offers an old-fashioned country fair, midway rides, games, horse shows, truck pulls, demolition derby, pet show, commercial exhibits, agriculture,art exhibits, great food, senior day, school day, genealogy search, beauty contest and country music entertainment, rock band battle, gospel night. (276) 762-2261 Russell County Fairgrounds (4355) September 5 - 7 - Chinquapin Festival, Meadows of Dan - Come spend your Labor Day with us! Located adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Craft show, musical entertainment. Locally grown fruits and vegetables also come and enjoy the Corn Acoustics Corn Maze for a small admission fee. Bring your lawn chairs. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM (540) 593-3279 Mountain Meadow Farm and Craft Market (4426) September 6 - Papa Joe Smiddy Music Festival, Duffield - Enjoy the Sunday of Labor Day weekend listening to a wide variety of groups that come together to play mountain music. This festival is held in conjunction with Duffield Daze. Dust off your shoes and let's get flat-footin'. 5:00 PM-9:00 PM (800) 933-7275 Natural Tunnel State Park (4427) September 12 - 13 - Alexandria Festival of the Arts, Alexandria - Join more than 200 artists from around the country as they display and sell a variety of fine art ranging from paintings, sculpture, prints and photography to pottery, glass, jewelry and ceramics! This juried art festival will transform Alexandria's King Street in to an outdoor art gallery. Plus historic Christ Church offers a family respite area with refreshments and moon-bounce, and Torpedo Factory Art Center hosts Art Activited, with interactive activities and entertainment. All within easy walking distance in Old Town! (800) 388-9119 Old Town Historic District (4429) September 12 - Children's Day at Jamestown Settlement, Williamsburg - A festive day of 17th-century games, music, juggling, stilt walking, magic, puppet shows, storytelling and hands-on crafts. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Admission Fee: $14.00, $6.50 (6-12) (888) 593-4682 Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory Center (4430) September 12 - Dock Boggs Memorial Festival, Norton - Held annually the second Saturday in September, this festival honors the lives of two local extraordinary musicians -banjoist Moran Lea "Dock" Boggs and ballad singer and songwriter Kate O'Neill Peters Sturgill. Dock Boggs was one of the truly great American folk musicians of the twentieth century. The festival offers well-known local, regional, and nationally-known traditional musicians and dancers, as well as handmade mountain arts and crafts and home-cooked mountain foods. 12:00 PM-9:00 PM (276) 679-2632 Appalachian Traditions Village (4431) September 12 -13 - Grand Parents' Weekend, Bluemont - It's national Grandparents day and this is a special weekend we encourage children to bring their grandparents to the farm to create memories and pass on the history of farming. Tour the farm with Farmer Bob and check out our antique tractors and farm equipment. One Grandparent admitted free per paid child admission on Grandparent's weekend. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (540) 554-2073 Great Country Farms (4432) September 12 - 13 - The Enchantment Faire ar Foamhenge, Natural Bridge - Enter a world of Knights in Shining Armor where the legend of Camelot comes to life. Around the Standing Stones of Foamhenge you will find fluttering flags and the festive tentage of Merchants offering wares from mystical lands and times as well as the excitement of history made reality as Living History exhibitors display life in the Middle Ages. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM (540) 939-4793 (4433) September 19 - 20 - Mount Vernon's 18th-Century Craft Fair, Mount Vernon - Immerse yourself in a bustling early-American marketplace where 50 costumed artisans demonstrate their crafts and sell their wares. Nearby, entertainers showcase 18th-century amusements, some of daring and magnificent feats! After an afternoon of avoiding Silas the Rat Catcher, escape on a FREE sightseeing cruise compliments of Spirt Cruises and Potomac Riverboat Company (while space is available). Activities included with regular admission. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (703) 780-2000 Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens (4440) September 19 - Virginia Folklife Festival, Martinsville - This event replaces the annual Indian Festival that VMNH has hosted for many years and will be expanded to showcase Virginia's diversity and rich heritage through a wide variety of ethnic food, music, dance, arts and crafts. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (276) 634-4141 Virginia Museum of Natural History (4441) September 19 - 20 - Chesapeake Heritage Arts Festival, Chesapeake - Chesapeake Heritage Arts Festival celebrates traditional rural skills passed from generation to generation that tie back to early colonists, highlighting artistic skills and crafts associated with our ancestors' daily lives. A living history of Civil War Period encampments, demonstrations, and daily living take one back to this era. Regional spinning and weaving guilds conduct workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and a fleece to shawl competition. Festival also features children's activities and games, crafters, vendors, sheep dog and equestrian demonstrations, make-it and take-it candle making, black smiths, fiber producing and other farm animals. Live acoustic music performed both days. (757) 382-6411 Chesapeake City Park (4435) September 19 - Festival by the River, Fries - Celebrate the New River with the Town of Fries at this festival right on the banks of the oldest river in North America. Listen to live mountain music while you enjoy wonderful food, arts and crafts, displays and great company. Take a canoe ride on the river or bring your fishing pole for a relaxing afternoon. Come spend the day! Always the 3rd Saturday in September! 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (276) 744-2531 Fries Town Park (4436) September 19 - 20 - Bluemont Fair, Bluemont - Experience an authentic country fair in this historic village nestled in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy live music, over 100 juried crafters, artisan demonstrations, antiques, local art, wine tastings, pie and pickling contests, and more. Stop in the country store to view slide shows of Civil War and railroad history. Kids will enjoy the children's fair, pony rides and caboose. A 10K race kicks off the event at 8am on Saturday. (540) 554-2367 Village of Bluemont (4356) September 19 - Floyd County Harvest Festival and County Fair, Floyd - A a day to celebrate Floyd County's arts, crafts and agricultural heritage. Join us at the Floyd County Recreational Park for a full day of exhibits, music, heritage art demonstrations, games, and much more. Many events, one great day in Floyd! (10:00 AM-4:00 PM) (540) 745-9307 Floyd Recreation Park (4357) September 19 - 20 - Great Country Farm's Annual Cider Festival, Bluemont - September may mean back to school for many, but at Great Country it means back to the farm for freshly pressed cider and apples! We will celebrate the start of the cider pressing season with tastings of the season's best sparkling cider blends, including peach, cherry and raspberry. Make a scarecrow to take home or leave to help us decorate the farm for the fall harvest. The Antique Tractor parade starts at noon. Chat with the owners about what makes these tractors unique and how they were used on the farm. Activities include hayrides, the 2800 sq.ft. Pumpkin' Jumpin' Pillow, Double Barrel 60' slide, 5 mazes, pedal tractors, and "Rubber Ridge", our tractor tire mountain! Enjoy lunch from our Roosteraunté which will be serving up Apple Dumplings, BBQ and Kettle Corn. 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (540) 554-2073 Great Country Farms (4437) September 19 - Harrisonburg's International Festival, Harrisonburg - The International Festival is a free day of family fun that celebrates the many cultures that make up our community. We feature international foods, music, dance, artists, vendors, storytellers, activities for all ages, a multi-language area, and a cultural fashion show featuring traditional dress. 12:00 PM-6:00 PM (540) 433-6228 Hillandale Park (4438) September 20 - Music in Full Bloom, Norfolk - 12-6PM Norfolk Botanical Gardens Virginia Symphony Concert 4PM, Sponsored by the City of Norfolk. 757-213-1417 (5818) September 24 - 27 - Virginia Peanut Festival, Emporia - Welcome to Emporia and the 48th Annual Virginia Peanut Festival. Celebrate the Virginia Peanut, farmers and the fall harvesting season in southeastern Virginia. Carnival with rides, games and food runs Thursday through Sunday. Veterans Memorial Park opens Friday at 6 p.m. Family fun event with food, crafts and music featuring a well known band. On Saturday the parade starts at 11 a.m. with several marching bands. Spectacular Car Show at noon. Afternoon entertainment includes blue grass music,cloggers, arts, crafts, children's games, pony rides, civil war exhibit, educational exhibits, antique farm equipment. Farm Tours. Live music until 11 p.m. Gigantic fireworks display at 9 p.m. For sale The Virginia Peanut Festival Cookbook, with recipes from local cooks and Treasures of Virginia. 10:00 AM-11:00 PM (434) 634-4744 Veterans Memorial Park (4442) September 24 - October 4 - State Fair of Virginia, Doswell - Virginia's largest 11 day fair presented in a new rural setting. 800-588-3247 (5919) September 25 - 27 - 2nd Annual Fall Tomato Festival, Cape Charles - As one of the largest crops harvested on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, its time to salute and celebrate the tomato! Friday-Sunday along Mason Ave., in the historic downtown of Cape Charles this event-filled weekend includes a Friday evening concert at the Historic Palace Theatre, parade, Mason Ave Art Walk, Antique and Classic Car Show, Tomato-based Recipe Tasting contest and vendors with tomato-happy food offerings, a "Tomato Ball", and Bay Creek Railway excursion runs. The grand finale fireworks. (757) 331-4884 Cape Charles (4443) September 25 - 27 - Chilhowie Apple Festival, Chilhowie - Activities include a parade, food vendors selling regional delicacies, arts & crafts, a marching band competition, a pet show, a beauty pageant and live musical entertainment. (276) 646-3232 Chilhowie Community Center Lot (4444) September 25 - 27 - Fortune Williams Music Festival, Staunton - Annual music festival featuring Jimmy Fortune from the Statler Brothers and Robin and Linda Williams. Other performers as well! You won't want to miss the food, fun and festivities! (540) 332-7850 Frontier Culture Museum (4445) September 25 - 27 - 58th Annual Chickahominy Fall Festival and Powwow, Charles City - The Chickahominy Indian Tribe invites you to the longest running annual powwow in Virginia, held since 1951 at the Chickahominy Tribal Grounds in Charles City, Virginia. American Indian drumming and dancing, authentic Native arts and crafts, cultural information and both traditional and contemporary food and drink. Meet tribal members and other American Indians. Grand entry will be at 12 noon on Saturday and 1 PM on Sunday. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and stay all day. This is a family event. Powwow etiquette will be observed. No drugs or alcohol, and please no pets. Transportation available from the large parking lot for senior citizens and those with trouble walking. (804) 829-2027 Chickahominy Tribal Grounds (4446) September 25 - 27 - Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, Virginia Beach - 2009 marks the 36th anniversary for the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival where every year hundreds of thousands of people celebrate at the festival's many offerings! From galas to golf, wine tastings to sporting events, the festival offers something for everyone! The grand finale, Boardwalk Weekend, is staged along the beautiful Virginia Beach oceanfront where the boardwalk comes alive with plenty of palate tempting treats, fine arts and crafts, magnificent sand sculptures, three stages of musical entertainment, a parade and more! All who attend become immersed in the hospitality only Virginia Beach can offer. 1-866-637-3378 (5507) September 26 - 27 - Grayson Highlands Fall Festival, Mouth of Wilson - Virginia's unique, traditional mountain culture comes alive during this two-day festival when the air fills with sounds of bluegrass and old-time music and the sweet smell of barbecued chicken and sorghum molasses. Take in the crafts fair and numerous demonstrations of pioneer living. It's sponsored by the Rugby Rescue Squad and Ladies Auxiliary. There's also a wild pony sale, sponsored by the Wilburn Ridge Pony Assoc., at 2 p.m. on Saturday. 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (276) 579-6423 Grayson Highlands State Park (4447) September 26 - November 1 - Great Country Farms Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival, Bluemont - Come visit the largest you-pick pumpkin patch in Northern Virginia and pick a pumpkin right off the vine. Do a little "dino-flossing" with P-Rex the pumpkin munchin' dinosaur and cheer on the swine at the infamous Oinkintucky Derby Pig Races. Zip down the 60' Saddlehorn Slide, swing on the rope swings, and romp in the haybales. Have a close encounter with our farm animals and do a little catch and release fishing with your own pole. Visit our Country Store brimming with honey, fresh cider, baked goods, jams, corn stalks, Belgian Mums, gourds, and apples. The Roosteraunte is open each weekend and Columbus Monday in October with Kettle Corn, BBQ, burgers, hot dogs, apple dumplings, freshly baked pies, and more. (540) 554-2073 Great Country Farms (4448) September 26 - 27 - Green Hill Medieval Faire and Highland Games, Roanoke County - Come and experience the adventure, pageantry, magic and romance of Medieval Europe at Green Hill Park in Roanoke County. Festive tents line the lawn with gifts, garb and wonders galore. Children of all ages are invited to play imaginative games and participate in some attractions. (540) 387-6078 Roanoke County's Green Hill Park (4449) September 26 - Harvest Day 2009, Harrisonburg - Harvest Day offers old time fun for the whole family: Crank an apple press and taste fresh cider; mix pancake batter, fry pancakes and eat them; enjoy stories from long ago, play home made games, listen to Civil War stories, observe molasses being made from sorghum, ride a horse-drawn wagon, listen to nostalgic music, saw a log with a crosscut, shell ear corn, grind it and feed barnyard animals, eat homemade foods, and much more. Admission: Cars $10, large vans $15, walk-ins/bikers $4. 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (540) 438-1275 1921 Heritage Center Way (4450) September 26 - Homestead Living History Festival, Wytheville - The festival has lots of activities scheduled such as Sugar Cane Making, Molasses Making, Apple Butter Making, Small Engine Demonstations, children's activities, Fiber Arts that includes Spinning & Weaving, Chair Caning, Soap making, Rope making and a threshing machine demonstration. Food vendors will be available. Shuttle service will be provided from the Wytheville Town Municipal building and Evansham Shopping Plaza. 10:00 AM-4:00 PM (276) 223-3330 (4451) October 2- 4, 9 - 11, 14- 18, 21 - 31 - Halloween Festival & Haunted Hayride, Virginia Beach - Hunt Club Farm presents the 20th annual Halloween Festival & Haunted Hayride featuring Three Scary Haunted Events: Hampton Roads Original Haunted Hayride; The Village of the Dead & The Field of Screams. A cast of 75 live performers nightly. Amusement Rides, Games, Concessions, Pumpkins and More. (757) 427-9520 Hunt Club Farm (4462) October 3 - Art on the Avenue, Alexandria - Multicultural arts festival celebrating the diversity of the Del Ray community through the arts. More than 200 artists and artisans of all kinds will discuss and sell their work. Plus three stages of music, children's art activities, including scarecrow making and pumpkin painting, and vendors offering ethnic food specialties. 10:00 AM-6:00 PM (703) 683-3100 Del Ray Neighborhood (4452) October 3 - Big Lick Blues Festival, Roanoke - A Rockin' Blues & Ribs Fest" Music and eats sure to satisfy your soul! (540) 342-2640 Elmwood Park (4453) October 3 - Richlands Fall Festival, Richlands - Richlands Fall Festival will include crafts, food, music & games for the whole family. 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (276) 963-3385 Town of Richlands (4454) October 3 - 4, 10 -11, 17- 18, 24 - 25. 31 - Nov. 1 - Fall Harvest Festival, Virginia Beach - Hunt Club Farm's Fall Harvest Festival features Virginia Beach's Largest Pumpkin Patch, Petting Farm, Farm-Tour Hayrides, Pony Rides, Carnival Games,Rides,and an array of Special Events. Available through tickets or a harvest fair writsband. Farm Market offers 1000's of Pumpkins, Cornstalks, Straw & potted and fresh cut flowers.Bring the whole family out for a day of Farm Fun!!! Don't forget your Camera. Hunt Club Farm (4459) October 9 - 10 - Mountain Foliage Festival & Grand Privy Races, Independence - Mountain Foliage Festival - 2nd weekend in October - Friday evening, Pie Baking Contest & Potty Princess Contest, A hillbilly spoof on a beauty pageant, At the Historic 1908 Courthouse...Saturday, Music & Entertainment, Heritage Skills Demonstrations, Hayrides, Official Grand Privy Race of the State of Virginia, Pumpkin Decorating Contest & Pie Eating Contest, Kids Game. (276) 773-3507 Town of Independence (4455) October 10 - 21st Annual AT&T Virginia Children's Festival, Norfolk - The 21st Annual AT&T Virginia Children's Festival is one of Hampton Roads' most popular and beloved family events. The festival is for families with children ages 10 years and younger and is filled with a multitude of interactive activities that will peak a child's imagination and stimulate their mind. 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (757) 441-2345 Town Point Park (4458) October 10 - 11 - Fredericksburg Arts & Craft Festival, Fredericksburg - The 4th annual Fredericksburg Arts & Crafts Festival will feature the hand-crafted work of artists and crafters that will showcase a wide variety of hand crafted products including: baskets, ceramics, fine art, gourmet food, jewelry, music, candles, paintings, photography, pottery, woodworking and much more. (540) 548-5555 Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center (4460) October 10 - Vesuvius Heritage Day, Vesuvius - Join family and friends as they celebrate the Sixth Annual Vesuvius Heritage Day in this charming old community located 2.5 miles from MP27 of the Blue Ridge Parkway on West 56 or Exit 205 from I-81. The Festival is celebrated throughout the entire community with yard and bake sales, antiques, music and arts and crafts. Come early for breakfast or enjoy a vast array of country cooking throughout the day. Sponsored by the Vesuvius Community Association and partnered with the O. Winston Link Museum staff, historical displays depict the Village's rich history in mining, farming and the railroad. Located on the Historical 1776 Bike Trail, the scenic beauty of the area attracts both bicyclists and motorcyclists and those that desire to just kick back and relax awhile. 9:00 AM-9:00 PM (540) 377-5861 Community Building, Church Grounds & Throughout Community (4461) October 10 - 11, 17 - 18, 24 - 25 - Fall Farm Festival at Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane - Every Saturday and Sunday in October, come back to the family farm, as we celebrate fall. Enjoy living history demonstrations, music and children's games. Buy farm products from local vendors. Tour historic Mount Bleak house and sample 1860s cuisine prepared over an open fire in the log cabin. The pick-a-pumpkin patch will be open. (540) 592-3556 Sky Meadows State Park (4470) October 24 - 4th Annual Apple Festival, Sterling - Join us for our 4th Annual Autumn Apple Festival. Visit our exhibit "Virginia Apples for Flavor: The Story of Hill High Orchards". See antique orchard tools at work, learn how to make cider, visit with local orchardists and browse locally made apple products.10:00 AM-4:00 PM (571) 258-3800 Heritage Farm Museum (4471) November 7 - 8 - Virginia Gourd Festival, Middletown - The Virginia Lovers' Gourd Society is proud to host their 7th Annual Gourd Festival. This is a unique marketplace for anyone enjoying folk art and learning from the artisans themselves how to create gourd art! (540) 869-6340 Richards Fruit Market (4469) November 7 - Colonial Day at Sully, Chantilly - 11 A.M. - 4 P.M., Sully Historic Site, Experience a day in the 18th century. $8/adult, $6/child. 703-437-1794 (5998) November 21 - Coliseum Central Holiday Parade, Hampton - Enjoy the holiday season during this much-anticipated seasonal day-time parade. Featuring helium balloons, floats, clowns, marching bands and the world's "youngest" elf of all: Santa!! The parade will be followed by pictures with Santa at the new Peninsula Towne Center and free horse and sleigh rides for all! 9:00 AM (4467) November 21 -22 - Visual Arts Center of Richmond Craft and Design Show, Richmond - The 45th annual Craft + Design Show benefiting the Visual Arts Center of Richmond features approximately 70 of the best American craft artists. Participants are selected by a jury, and objects range from small jewelry items to large pieces of furniture, and include wearable, decorative and functional art made of clay, fiber, glass, metal and wood. (804) 353-0094 (4468) November 26 - 28 - Thanksgiving Music Holiday at Garth Newel, Hot Springs - There's no better place to spend Thanksgiving than at Garth Newel Music Center. The festivities are full of music, food, drink, and laughter. It's a perfect celebration for the entire family. (877) 558-1689 Garth Newel Music Center (4301) November 30 - Holiday Parade in Historic Downtown Staunton, Staunton - Holiday Parade in Historic Downtown Staunton brings the holiday season to life! Sponsored by Staunton Downtown Development Association. Staunton Visitors Center (4466) December 3 - Vinton Christmas Parade, Vnton - The annual Vinton VA Christmas Parade kicks off the holiday season in Downtown Vinton with bands, marching units, decorated floats and various novelty units. (540) 343-1364 Downtown Vinton (4465) December 4 - 6 - GumDrop Square and Christmas in Old Town, Warrenton - Experience with us the splendor and the tradition of Christmas with us in Old Town Warrenton. The crown jewel of Christmas is the award winning GumDrop Square and Santa's Secret Shop. Stroll down Main Street each Friday night in December enjoying carolers, orchestras, choirs, merchant open houses, a live nativity, food trolleys with hot cocoa and fresh roasted chestnuts and horse drawn hayrides. Come and experience Christmas in true Old Town fashion. Festivities begin Friday, December 5th at 6pm with the arrival of Santa, the lighting of Old Town and the opening of GumDrop Square, a top 20 event in the Southeast. (540) 349-8606 Historic Old Town Warrenton (4463) December 5 - Gloucester Holiday Parade, Gloucester - A great way to welcome the holiday season. Lots of bands, floats, animals, and of course, SANTA arrives. The children can visit with Santa after the parade to share their holiday requests. Arts and Crafts in the Court Circle from 10 am until 4 pm. (804) 693-1264 Downtown Gloucester (4464) December 5 - Christmas with Minnie, Chantilly - World War II Christmas Memories. House Tour included. $6/Adult, $5/Student, $4/ Senior & Child 703-437-1794 (6204) December 5 - Old Fashioned Christmas Parade in Chincoteague, Chincoteague Island - Christmas parade featuring floats, marching bands, color guards, Saltwater Cowboys, Fire Companies from around the Eastern shore, and much more. Of course there will be a special visit from Santa. There are awards and prizes given for various categories of entries. (757) 336-6161 Carnival Grounds (4359) December 12-13, 19-20 - Candlelight Tour, Chantilly - 5pm-7pm. Tour the 1794 home of northern Virginia's first congressman by candlelight. $10/adult,$7/child 703-437-1794 (5999) December 12 - Hampton Holly Days Parade, Hampton - Enjoy the magic of the Peninsula's largest illuminated parade featuring marching bands, floats, balloons, drill teams and a beauty queen or two along with everyone's favorite elf: Santa Claus! (757) 727-6784 (4358) December 18 - Christmas in the River City, Waynesboro - All the traditional sights, sounds, and aromas of the Holidays will be present in downtown Waynesboro. (540) 942-6705 (4315) December 29 - Holiday Concert at Sully Historic Site - IONA, Chantilly - IONA - One of the top rated pan-Celtic groups in the world. 2 Shows at 1pm & 2pm. $10 per show. 703-437-1794 (6038) December 30 - Songs of the Sea Concert at Sully Historic Site, Chantilly - Come sing the songs of the sea with Ship's Company Chanteymen. 2 shows at 1pm & 2pm. $10 each show. 703-437-1794 (6039) December 31 - Enchanted Eve, Vinton - This is Roanoke County's alcohol-free, community-inspired New Year's Eve celebration which provides a range of alternative possibilities to traditional New Year's Eve revelry. (540) 387-6455 (4271) |