Virginia Festivals, Trade Shows, Craft Shows, Holiday Celebrations 2025–2026.

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival - DC Metro

May 3, 2025

nova.beerandbourbon.com

sh∗∗∗ @ drinkeatrelax.com

(800) 830-3976

Prince William County Fairgrounds - Manassas, VA

60 Beers 40 Bourbons and Lots of BBQ. Join us for a great day of of beer sippin', bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin', and barbeque eatin'.

The Spring Bodacious Bazaar and Wine Festival

May 23 - 25, 2025

bodaciousbazaar.com

bo∗∗∗ @ gmail.com

(757) 255-8680

Hampton Roads Convention Center - Hampton, VA

This will be a huge shopping extravaganza and a three-day wine Festival with a portion of the profits going to local charities We will have vendors in all categories, food, crafts, fine art, and wine tasting & buy by the glass, or bottle, all quality and unique vendors. We are still accepting vendor applications until we fill up!

Festival Argentino

May 31, 2025

in∗∗∗ @ festivalargentinousa.com

(703) 212-5850

Kenmore Auditorium - Arlington, VA

38th Festival Argentino 2025, Sat May 31, 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 38th Annual Festival Argentino!

Virginia Lake Festival

July 18 - 19, 2025

di∗∗∗ @ kerrlake.com

(434) 374-2436

Virginia Avenue - Clarksville, VA

Ranked in the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. Juried arts & craft show, free tethered hot air balloon rides for children 12 and younger, musical entertainment, 14 hot air balloons and gathering of the boats and fireworks over the lake & more--all this in Southern Virginia.

Chincoteague Blueberry Festival

July 24 - 26, 2025

facebook.com/chincoteaguefestival

sa∗∗∗ @ esva.net

(757) 894-2334

Chincoteague Center - Chincoteague Island, VA

The Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival is the Largest Fine arts and crafts event on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. A midsummer celebration of fine food, arts, crafts and nature's tastiest and most healthy gift...the blueberry. This event is held on the beautiful island of Chincoteague on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. The CIBBFl is the opening act for the Pony Penning Week and the Chincoteague Pony Swim. Exhibitors and performers should apply earl as the Festival fills-up quickly.

Beats, Bites and Brews in Old Town Alexandria

July 26, 2025

chiceventsdc.com

ar∗∗∗ @ royal-eventsplanning.com

(703) 889-0202

John Carlyle Square - Alexandria, VA

The perfect summer event - food, music, cold beverages, shopping and lots of fun! Join us for a full day of outdoors entertainment! Local bands, food vendors, wineries and breweries, as well as other local small businesses will be on site all for your enjoyment. Tasting will be provided by the wineries and breweries and you can purchase the tickets on site from them directly. FREE ADMISSION. PET FRIENDLY. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival Richmond VA

July 26, 2025

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

sh∗∗∗ @ drinkeatrelax.com

(800) 830-3976

The Meadow Event Park - Doswell, VA

Join us for a great day of beer and bourbon tasting, music listening, cigar smoking, and barbecue eating. Admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon. Shrine of Swine is back! Enjoy whole hogs during each session. Enjoy seminars in the Tasting Theater with Master Distillers, Brewmasters and Pit Masters. Dance or listen to music throughout the day and shop at the many vendors.

Leesburg Festival of Kites & Crafts

August 16, 2025

chiceventsdc.com

ar∗∗∗ @ royal-eventsplanning.com

(703) 889-0202

Ida Lee Park - Leesburg, VA

Enjoy a full day of flying kites, eat good food, shop and support local artisans and crafters and other small businesses, great music and entertainment from our international DJ, and lots of activities for kids. There will be more than 60 artists displaying everything from fine art to jewelry, ceramics to crafts, and every creative item in between. Other vendors include area nonprofit organizations, entrepreneurs, and local businesses. The kids zone has activities and games throughout the day; all games and activities are weather dependent. Tickets are required for the moon bounces.

ShenArtsFest

September 6, 2025

shenarts.org/shenartsfest

fi∗∗∗ @ shenarts.org

(301) 807-5466

Piccadilly St/Old Town Winchester, Virginia - Winchester, VA

The Shenandoah Arts Council (ShenArts) is proud to present our annual, juried, fine art festival, showcasing the work of artists from all over our region. Located along Piccadilly St. to between Indian Alley and Cameron St., visitors will have the opportunity to discover handmade-in-the-USA, original works of art across every medium, along with music, and see a special flash mob event. ShenArts' careful vetting process ensures the finest and most diverse offerings of sculpture, pottery, jewelry, photography, mixed-media, painting, and more to suit every artistic taste and budget.

Oktoberfest in Old Town Alexandria

September 27, 2025

chiceventsdc.com

ar∗∗∗ @ royal-eventsplanning.com

(703) 889-0202

John Carlyle Square - Alexandria, VA

Oktoberfest in Old Town Alexandria is all you could want for authentic German food, beer, and fun. So, shake off your finest lederhosen, polish your stein, and indulge in beer while taking in the festivities at John Carlyle Square! Lots of artisans and crafters, good food, live music and dancing performed by authentic German bands all for your entertainment! FREE ADMISSION. PET FRIENDLY. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

Eighty-First Waterford Fair

October 3 - 5, 2025

waterfordfairva.org

fa∗∗∗ @ waterfordfoundation.org

(540) 882-3018x 4

National historic landmark of Waterford, Virginia - Waterford, VA

The quintessential Fall festival, the annual Waterford Fair offers a juried artisan exhibition (costumes, demonstrations, and retail sales), fine art show & sale, old mill shop (fine crafts) & more, and is held in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford the first full weekend of October. This truly unique setting gives both heritage and contemporary artisans accepted a beautiful backdrop to demonstrate, sell their products, and cultivate lasting relationships with loyal buyers.

The Fall Bodacious Bazaar and Wine Festival

November 7 - 9, 2025

bodaciousbazaar.com

bo∗∗∗ @ gmail.com

(757) 255-8680

Hampton Roads 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.