Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival - DC Metro
May 3, 2025
nova.beerandbourbon.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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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.
Events in Dumfries, VA — upcoming
April 5, 2025
Quantico Creek Clean Up in Dumfries Virginia
Jeff Simpson Community & Cultural Arts Center, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 3/10/2025
This Virginia Family & Kids Festival will have corp./information exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include demonstration.
April 19, 2025
Dumfries Market on Main Opening Day
Town Hall Parking Lot, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
This Virginia Farmers Market will have no exhibit booths and 20 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8am-1pm. This event will also include: games, petting zoo.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Town of Dumfries First Juneteenth Celebration
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 6/14/2024
This Virginia Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Wed 3pm-10pm. This event will also include: crafts for kids, face painting.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Town of Dumfries Fireworks Show
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 7/3/2024
This Virginia Festival will have homegrown products exhibitors and 4 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 7pm-10pm.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Dumfries Summer Concert Series
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 7/26/2024
This Virginia Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-9pm.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Back-To-School Bash
Old Firehouse/Rescue Squad Building, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 7/26/2024
This Virginia Family & Kids Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-2pm.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
National Night Out
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 7/26/2024
This Virginia Family & Kids Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Tue 4pm-7pm.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Summer Concert Series
Cecil W. Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 8/23/2024
This Virginia Festival Concert will have corp./information exhibitors and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 6:30pm-10pm.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Cops, Cones & Council
Jimmy T's Soft Serve, Dumfries, VA Or Online at dumfriesva.gov
Status: Updated 9/4/2024
This Virginia Corporate Event will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 1 food booth.
April 26 - September 20, 2025
Dumfries Market on Main
Town Hall Parking Lot, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
This Virginia Farmers Market will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Dumfries Fall Festival
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 9/4/2024
This Virginia Festival will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
International Men's Day
3800 Graham Park Road, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 10/31/2024
This Virginia Lifestyle-Healthy Living Event will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Tue 9am-12pm. This event will also include: panel discussions, keynote.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
Dumfries Holiday Tree Lighting
Garrison Park, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 11/18/2024
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 6pm-9pm. This event will also include: arts & crafts, petting zoo, pictures with santa & mrs. claus.
February 2026 (dates not updated)
Black History Month
Little Union Baptist Church, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 2/4/2025
This Virginia Ethnic Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sun 12:30pm-2:30pm. This event will also include food and refreshments.
