Festivals in Virginia Beach, VA.
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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.

Ashley Cooke at the Warren County Fair!

July 27, 2025

(540) 635-5827

Warren County Fairgrounds - Front Royal, VA

Big Loud / Back Blocks Music Country artist. Ashley Cooke is a rising star with a captivating blend of grace, grit, and authenticity. Known for her effortless vocals and heartfelt songwriting, Cooke has amassed over 352 million global streams, breaking out with hits like "Never Til Now" featuring Brett Young. She's made standout debuts at the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman, appeared on The Bachelorette and TODAY, and toured with Luke Bryan, Cole Swindell, Jordan Davis, and more. Ashley is just getting started and just recently released a new hit with Joe Jonas called "All I Forgot" that has been a fan favorite since released!

Warren County Fair

July 28 - August 2, 2025

warrencountyfair.com

(540) 635-5827

Warren County Fairgrounds - Front Royal, VA

The Warren County Fair is a family oriented event that provides families in our community with a low-cost, safe, and fun environment to enjoy together. Our goal is to educate, entertain, stimulate, and challenge fair-goers. We offer music, motorsport events, pulling contests, animal shows, and a Monster truck event. The fair also helps our young people gain knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills through various 4-H events.

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.

Richmond Comedy & Music Festival

August 30, 2025

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(804) 873-0982

Diversity Richmond - Richmond, VA

Celebrate Labor Day 2025 Weekend with friends, family, and loved ones with live music, entertainment, and food and drinks. The Comedy and Music Festival (CMF) is a multi-disciplinary event encompassing music and comedy. The festival will serve as a hub for newly, upcoming, and seasoned comedians to showcase their work while the DJ gets everyone up and dancing with the latest dance tunes, on one of Richmonds largest dance floors. Whether you're having a girls or guys night out, celebrating a birthday, holiday, anniversary, or just want to socialize, dance, and enjoy yourself in a professional and mature environment. This is for you.

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.