
Virginia Lake Festival
July 16, 2022
clarksvilleva.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 from 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 21 - 23, 2022
chincoteagueblueberryfestival.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 earl as the Festival fills-up quickly.
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.
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.
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.
Events in Norfolk, VA — upcoming
July 23, 2022
Latino Music Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Ethnic Festival will have crafts, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10pm.
August 26 - 27, 2022
Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Jazz Music Festival will have crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 5pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $90.
September 10 - 11, 2022
Laura Days
Laura Ingalls Wilder Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 8/6/2021
This Virginia Festival will have crafts, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-8:30pm, Sun 9am-6pm.
September 17, 2022
NashFest 757
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Music Festival will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-8pm.
September 17, 2022
Hermitage Handmade Festival
Hermitage Museum & Gardens, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 6/14/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: art demos, artmaking activities, live music and food and drinks for purchase.
October 1, 2022
Virginia Children's Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Family & Kids Festival will have crafts, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: giant puppets, games, storytelling and much more.
October 8 - 9, 2022
Ocean View Art Show
Ocean View Beach Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 3/21/2022
This Virginia Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be All Days 10am-5pm. This event will also include: face painting, student tent.
October 15 - 16, 2022
Stockley Gardens Fall Arts Festival
Stockley Gardens Park, Norfolk, VA, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 2/9/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm.
October 15 - 16, 2022
Town Point Virginia Wine Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Wine-Beer Event will have crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm. Admission tickets are $25 - $50. This event will also include 30+ virginia wineries.
December 3, 2022
Holiday Marketplace
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and tba food booths. This event will also include: yule log bonfire, caroling, Santa Claus, seasonal craft beer, mulled wine.
April - May 2023 (dates not updated) 
Virginia International Tattoo
Scope Arena, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 3/25/2022
This Virginia Performing Arts Show will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International talent and the hours will be Thu 7:30pm-10:30pm, Fri 7:30pm-10:30pm, Sat 7:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 2:30pm-10:30pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $100.
April 2023 (dates not updated) 
Norfolk NATO Festival
Downtown, Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/26/2022
This Virginia Festival will have fine art, fine craft, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-3pm. This event will also include: parade, demonstrations.
May 2023 (dates not updated) 
Spring Town Point Virginia Wine Festival
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/27/2022
This Virginia Wine-Beer Event will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be All Days 11am-6pm. Admission tickets are $30 - $40. This event will also include virginia wineries.
May 2023 (dates not updated) 
Bayou Bon Vivant Cajun Music, Food & Art Celebration
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Festival will have crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-10pm, Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $33. This event will also include cooking demos.
May 2023 (dates not updated) 
Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival
Stockley Gardens Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 8/13/2021
This Virginia Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 7 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm.
June 2023 (dates not updated) 
Norfolk Harborfest
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/27/2022
This Virginia Festival will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 6 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm, Sat 12pm-11pm, Sun 10am-6pm. This event will also include: fireworks, parade of sail, children's activities.
July 2023 (dates not updated) 
4th of July Great American Picnic & Fireworks
Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
Status: Updated 4/28/2022
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Mon 5pm-10pm.