Virginia: ‘The Birthplace of a Nation’ and a place for lovers. History and romance go hand in hand here, where rolling hills and sunny beaches give way to charming towns and polished presidential manors. In the Old Dominion State you’ll find a Historic Triangle and an Oyster Trail, Shenandoah National Park and Arlington National Cemetery. And, 632 festivals celebrating art and artists, crafts and culture, music and wine. Three not to miss events are: Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show and Salem Fair. There’s a lot to love about Virginia’s Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows!
Festival of Kites and Crafts - Leesburg
August 20, 2022
chiceventsdc.com
(703) 889-0202
Ida Lee Park - Leesburg, VA
Come join us on August 20th at Ida Lee Park in Leesburg, VA at the World Heritage Festival from 11am - 6pm! Taste delicious ethnic food, get refreshed with a scoop of ice cream or shaved ice or even a fresh smoothie, while enjoying a cultural show on the main stage! You will have an array of vendors to choose from with more than 60 artists displaying everything from fine art to jewelry, ceramics to crafts, and every creative item in between.
Around the World Cultural Food Festival
August 27, 2022
aroundtheworldfestival.com
(703) 889-0202
Oronoco Bay Park - Alexandria, VA
We are excited to announce that the Around the World Cultural Food festival is coming back in 2022 at ORONOCO BAY PARK, downtown Old Town Alexandria, VA, on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 11 AM – 7 PM!! Oronoco Bay Park is a 4.5-acre park located on the waterfront, which allows for social distancing and the ability for everyone to comply with CDC's and County's covid regulations. The event is ADMISSION FREE, with plenty of national dishes and beverages available for purchase.
Taste of the Mountains Main Street Festival
September 3, 2022
madisonva.com
(540) 948-4455
Main Street - Madison, VA
Come celebrate the Annual Taste of the Mountains Main Street Festival in the beautiful and historic town of Madison. Enjoy the arts, crafts, music, delicious Madison County foods, pony rides, antique autos, living history including Civil War camp, and magic shows. Held annually the Saturday before Labor Day
Shenandoah Valley Apple Harvest Festival
September 17 - 18, 2022
winchesterappleharvest.com
(540) 336-9114
Frederick County Fairgrounds - Clear Brook, VA
Enjoy an autumn weekend at The Frederick County Fairgrounds! Indoor crafter area features many new quality artisans with us for the first time along with a variety of one-of-kind local & regional artisans throughout the fairgrounds. FREE admission for Military & Law. Children 10 & under FREE! Free inflatables and balloon art for kids. Hard Cider & Craft Beers ($), Live Music, Car Show, Apple Pie Eating Contest. Enter the apple pie baking contest. We are pet-friendly! Bring your own chairs. $10 Gen Adm.
Sip & Shop Experience
September 17 - 18, 2022
fredericksburgexpocenter.com
(540) 322-7260
Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center - Fredericksburg, VA Or Online at oakviewgroupfredcenter.regfox.com/sip-and-s..
Join us for our first annual Sip & Shop Experience on September 17th & 18th! From chic to unique- our vendors have something for everyone no matter your style or size! Enjoy a complimentary cocktail while browsing a variety of products from local vendors & artisans. Registration includes entry to the show, one complimentary cocktail (or non-alcoholic beverage), a chance to win a variety prizes from show vendors, and much, much more! **The first 250 attendees to enter the show on Saturday OR Sunday will receive a complimentary Sip & Shop Experience glass!
Old Town Manassas Art Show and Fall Craft Fair
September 24, 2022
chiceventsdc.com
(703) 889-0202
Manassas Museum Lawn - Manassas, VA
Welcome to the Old Town Manassas Art Show & Craft Fall Fair! Over 60 artisans and crafters, independent consultants and other small businesses are looking forward to showcasing you their products in the first Art Show and Craft Fair in Old Town Manassas! Jumpstart your holiday shopping season, as fall is right around the corner and join us on Saturday, September 24th from 10am to 4pm at the Manassas Museum and support local small businesses! RAIN OR SHINE. FREE ADMISSION. FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT
Seventy-Eighth Waterford Fair
October 7 - 9, 2022
waterfordfairva.org
(540) 882-3018 x4
National historic landmark of Waterford, Virginia (150+ acres) - Waterford, VA
The 78th Annual Waterford Fair, the quintessential Fall festival with a juried artisan exhibition (costumes, demonstrations and retail sales), fine art show & sale, old mill shop (crafts) & more, is held in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford the first weekend of October. This truly unique setting gives the 90+ heritage and contemporary artisans accepted a beautiful backdrop to demonstrate, sell their products and cultivate lasting relationships with loyal buyers. To apply please see the link and dates accepting applications for different venues.
Craft + Design
October 14 - 16, 2022
craftanddesignrva.com Tickets
(804) 353-4457
Main Street Station - Richmond, VA
Now in its 58th year, Craft + Design showcases the work of contemporary craft artists from across the United States. Shoppers spend the weekend eating, drinking and browsing the work of artists from all over the country. Awards are presented in ceramics, precious metals, glass, wood and recycled materials, sustainability, booth design, contemporary design, innovative use of traditional craft materials and fiber. VisArts also presents a best in show award as well as an award for the best new artist.
Lynchburg Food, Wine, Funk, Jazz and Blues Festival
October 15, 2022
ConcertsforCausesinc.org
(301) 332-8318
Riverside Park - Lynchburg, VA
Concerts for Causes inc. presents Lynchburg Food Wine and Music festival. Complimentary wine tasting, Music stages, Free admission. Concerts for Causes a non-profit providing musical instruments to students.
Holistic & Spiritual Art Expo
October 15 - 16, 2022
internationalcc-holisticart-expo.com
(757) 288-4756
Batten Center, Wesleyan University - Virginia Beach, VA
The Holistic & Spiritual Art Expo has been gathering an assortment of unique companies that stem from the metaphysical and spiritual services that includes practitioners and artists from across the USA. These experts focus on education, healing and motivating individuals to become more active in their health and life style. Aromatherapy, Astrology, Alternative Therapies, Animal Communication, Aura Reading, Beauty Products, Crystals, Gem stones, Health & Wellness Products, Healing, Healing Oils, Intuitive Arts, Jewellery, Mediums, Natural Healing, Palmistry, Psychics, Tarot, Reiki, Spirit Art, Soaps and so Much Much More...
FXBG Pet Palooza
October 29 - 30, 2022
oakviewgroupfredcenter.regfox.com/2022-p..
(540) 322-7260
Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center - Fredericksburg, VA
We will have plenty for the whole family - come with your fur babies (must sign a waiver) and come to the expo to see the latest and greatest in merchandise, treats, toys and more. Looking for a chance to rescue/adopt a pet? This is the place to come and meet all the wonderful organizations that are ready to home their wonderful pets. You can meet them all here at the Expo Center. Vendors that sell pet related products and food! Agility demonstrations through out the weekend and other entertainment. Pet Costume Contest on both days. Kids can come in Halloween costumes and trick or treat with the vendors!
The Bodacious Bazaar Fall
November 11 - 13, 2022
bodaciousbazaar.com
(757) 255-8680
Hampton Convention Center - Hampton, VA
The Bodacious Bazaar is an amazing three day shopping extravaganza and wine festival that is held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in the Hampton, Virginia. Our show is designed to promote talented artists, crafters, local businesses and wonderful Virginia wineries at an extraordinary venue. Our show donates a percentage of its net to chosen non-profits each show.
Festival Argentino
June 3, 2023
Festival Argentino USA Tickets
(703) 212-5850
Kenmore Auditorium - Arlington, VA
36th Festival Argentino 2023, Sat June 3, 3:30 pm–10:30 pm. Presented by: Festival Argentino USA. Venue: Kenmore Auditorium Tickets · $15-35. Argentina Sings, Dances, and Exhibits in the USA with a spectacular show for the whole family featuring folk music, tango, dances, and rock-pop music with artists coming from Argentina & Top great local artists, Exhibitor-Booths + Food + Catalogs in the 36th Annual Festival Argentino!
April 2 - October 29, 2022
Yorktown Market Days
Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, VA
Status: Updated 3/29/2022
May 1 - October 30, 2022
South of the James Summer Market
Forest Hill Park, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 3/17/2022
May 1 - December 17, 2022
Vinton Farmers' Market
The Vinton Farmers' Market, Vinton, VA
Status: Updated 5/1/2022
May 21 - August 27, 2022
Community Market
Workhouse Arts Center Quad, Lorton, VA
Status: Updated 5/19/2022
May 28 - September 17, 2022
Twilight Polo
Great Meadow, The Plains, VA
Status: Updated 5/13/2022
May 28 - September 24, 2022
Tarara's Summer Concert Series
Lakeside Stage, Leesburg, VA
Status: Updated 4/25/2022
May - December 2022 (dates not updated) 
Arlington Urban Village Market
Clarendon Metro, Arlington, VA
Status: Updated 5/26/2021
June 5 - August 30, 2022
Groovin' by the Bay
Buckroe Beach, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 4/26/2022
June 10 - September 23, 2022
Virginia Watercolor Society Juried Exhibition
Shenandoah Valley Art Center, Waynesboro, VA
Status: Updated 5/28/2022
August 12 - 20, 2022
Prince William County Fair
Prince William County Fairgrounds MANASSAS, VA, Manassas, VA
Status: Updated 2/8/2022
August 2022 (dates not updated)
Mingle at the Market - August
Vinton Farmers Market, Vinton, VA
Status: Updated 6/25/2021
August 15 - 20, 2022
Rockingham County Fair
Rockingham County Fairgrounds, Harrisonburg, VA
Status: Updated 5/19/2022
August 17 - 21, 2022
Arlington County Fair
Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Arlington, VA
Status: Updated 2/15/2022
August 19 - 21, 2022
Chantilly International Gem and Jewelry Show
Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA
Status: Updated 7/28/2022
August 20, 2022
Meadows of Dan Folk Fair
Various Locations, Meadows of Dan, VA
Status: Updated 8/2/2022
August 20, 2022
Festival of Kites and Crafts - Leesburg
Ida Lee Park, Leesburg, VA
Web: chiceventsdc.com
Status: Updated 5/27/2022
August 20, 2022
Mount Vernon Flea Market Arts & Crafts Bazaar
Mount Vernon Masonic Lodge #219, Alexandria, VA
Status: Updated 8/8/2022
August 20 - 21, 2022
Colonial Beach Water Fest
Colonial Beach Boardwalk, Colonial Beach, VA
Status: Updated 5/19/2022
August 21 - 28, 2022
East Coast Surfing Championships
Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 2/10/2022
August 26 - 27, 2022
Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
August 27, 2022
Belle Grove Wine Fest
Belle Grove Plantation, Middletown, VA
Status: Updated 4/12/2022
August 27, 2022
Around the World Cultural Food Festival
Oronoco Bay Park, Alexandria, VA
Web: aroundtheworldfestival.com
Status: Updated 5/27/2022
August 27, 2022
Rockbridge Community Festival
Downtown, Lexington, VA
Status: Updated 2/24/2022
August 27, 2022
End of Summer Market
Garden of Children Learning Center, Newport News, VA
Status: Updated 7/17/2022
