Richmond African American Book Festival
April 11, 2026
eventbrite.com/e/richmond-african-american-..
(804) 873-0982
Richmond Diversity Center - Richmond, VA
The African American Book Festival was built to give the cemented and newly emerging authors, bookstores, and publishers of our culture a platform to spread the messages that are embedded in the pages of their iconography. With one goal in mind, we want to educate, entertain, and impact the Richmond community through African American literature, by shining light on the stories told in their books. Come out to support your authors, meet them face to face, get pictures, buy books at discounted prices, network with other professionals, and bring back reading books into normalcy and support authors in spreading their messages.
The Spring Bodacious Bazaar
May 22 - 24, 2026
bodaciousbazaar.com/spring
(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.
Festival Argentino
May 23, 2026
Festival Argentino USA
(703) 212-5850
Kenmore Auditorium - Arlington, VA
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 39th Annual Festival Argentino!
Falls Church Memorial Day Parade and Festivities
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day Parade and Festival
(703) 248-5027
Cherry Hill Park & City Hall Grounds - Falls Church, VA
Join us in remembrance and community at the 44th annual Memorial Day Parade and Festival! Honor our nation's fallen heroes and our countries rich history while marking the 250th anniversary of the United State of America! Begin the morning with the spirited 3K fun run; then honor our community's fallen military service members at the Veterans Memorial. In the afternoon, dive into delicious food trucks, peruse local vendors, bounce around on the kids' rides & inflatables, and spectate the showstopping parade down Park Avenue.
Chincoteague Blueberry Festival
July 23 - 25, 2026
chincoteagueislandblueberryfestival.com
(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 early as the festival fills-up quickly.
Forty-Third Street Festival of the Arts
September 12, 2026
caritasva.org/43rd-street-festival-of-the-a..
(804) 233-1758
43rd Street and Forest Hill Av, RVA - Richmond, VA
35th annual, Small well-juried art and craft show with good local support. Music and food. Forest Hill Neighborhood, Richmond, VA
The Falls Church Festival
September 19, 2026
Falls Church Festival
(703) 248-5027
City of Falls Church Community Center - Falls Church, VA
The 50th annual Falls Church Festival brings a full day festival featuring food and fun! Enjoy a wide variety live entertainment, pony rides, amusement rides, crafters, businesses, and civic booths with info. As part of the fun, enjoy good eats, sweet treats, and a beer garden!
Eighty-Second Waterford Fair
October 2 - 4, 2026
waterfordfairva.org
(540) 882-3018x 4
National historic landmark - Waterford, VA
The quintessential Fall festival, the annual Waterford Fair offers a juried artisan exhibition (18-19th c. period attire, 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.
CBAA Annual Fall Art Festival
October 3 - 4, 2026
chesapeakebayartassociation.com
(757) 637-8331
Lakewood Community Park - Norfolk, VA
Chesapeake Bay Art Association (CBAA) is celebrating its 62nd Annual Fall Art Show - the CBAA Fall Art Festival - held at the picturesque Lakewood Park in Norfolk, VA. Set amongst mature trees and beautiful scenery, visitors can expect to enjoy art, live music and food vendors during the event from 10a-5pm (ends 4pm Sunday). Our 2-day juried arts festival welcomes artists and artisans from all across the country as well as local participating Junior High and High School students. Artists, artisans, and student artists are eligible to win awards. Proceeds of the art show benefit the CBAA Scholarship Fund
Port Warwick Art and Sculpture Festival
October 10 - 11, 2026
pwartfest.org
(757) 223-0284
Styron Square - Newport News, VA
The Port Warwick Art & Sculpture Festival is a vibrant two-day celebration of art held in the heart of Port Warwick in Newport News. Featuring approximately 85 nationally recognized artists across 12 media categories, the festival showcases fine art, sculptures, and live artist demonstrations. Guests can enjoy gourmet food, beer and wine, live musical performances, and interactive art activities for children, making it a fun and engaging cultural event for the entire community.
Falls Church Holiday Gift & Craft Show
December 5 - 6, 2026
Holiday Gift and Craft Show
(703) 248-5027
The Falls Church Community Center - Falls Church, VA
Deck the halls during the holiday season with special gifts from the annual Holiday Gift and Craft Show inside the City of Falls Church Community Center. Over 50 crafters and holiday vendors showcase handmade items, baked goods, and unique holiday gifts during the first weekend in December. Free raffles go on both days! Winners will choose from a variety of gifts donated by the Gift and Craft Show vendors.
Events in Hampton, VA — upcoming
May 22 - 24, 2026
The Spring Bodacious Bazaar
Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, VA
Web: bodaciousbazaar.com/spring
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Virginia Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $9 - $15. This event will also include demos.
June 13 - 14, 2026
Blackbeard Pirate Festival
Mill Point Park, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 3/2/2026
This Virginia Renaissance-Medieval-Pirate Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12pm-6pm.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Groovin' by the Bay - June
Mill Point Park, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 4/25/2025
This Virginia Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
Hampton Coliseum, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 5/4/2025
This Virginia Jazz Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $tba.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Groovin' by the Bay - July
Mill Point Park, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 5/21/2025
This Virginia Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Groovin' by the Bay - August
Mill Point Park, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 6/30/2025
This Virginia Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
September 12, 2026
Buckroe Beach-Arts in the Park
Buckroe Beach Pavilion Park, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 3/2/2026
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. This event will also include: music by dj nonya, kids area, face painter, various artists.
September - November 2026 (dates not updated)
Virginia Artists Juried Exhibition
Charles H Taylor Art Center, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 8/12/2025
This Virginia Gallery-Exhibition Event will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: awards ceremony, opening reception.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Bodacious Bazaar and Wine Festival
Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
This Virginia Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $15. This event will also include demos.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Santa's Attic Craft Show
City Hall Lobby, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 11/8/2025
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade
Downtown Hampton, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. This event will also include parade.
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Hampton Roads Home Show
Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 1/1/2026
This Virginia Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8 - $10.
February - March 2027 (dates not updated)
Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, VA
Status: Updated 11/14/2025
This Virginia Fiber Arts Festival will have commercial/retail and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $15 - $20. This event will also include: several quilt/fiber shows, workshops, lectures, fashion.
