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 Virginia Beach, VA — upcoming
August 21 - 28, 2022
East Coast Surfing Championships
Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 2/10/2022
This Virginia Sports Event will have 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 Sun 7am-4pm, Mon 7am-4pm, Tue 7am-4pm, Wed 7am-4pm, Thu 7am-4pm, Fri 7am-10pm, Sat 7am-10pm, Sun 7am-4pm. This event will also include: surfing, skate exhibition, extreme sports, volleyball.
September 2022 (dates not updated) 
Rock 'N' Roll Virginia Beach Expo
The Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 10/28/2020
This Virginia Trade Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths.
September 2022 (dates not updated)
Neptune Fall Wine Festival
Neptune's Park, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 4/13/2021
This Virginia Wine-Beer Event will have commercial/retail exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be All Days 12pm-5pm. Admission tickets are $40 - $50.
September - October 2022 (dates not updated)
Haunted Hunt Club Farm
Hunt Club Farm, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 8/12/2021
This Virginia Specialty-Theme Event will have no exhibit booths and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 7pm-11:30pm, Sat 7pm-11:30pm, Sun 7pm-11pm, Mon 7pm-11pm, Tue 7pm-11pm, Wed 7pm-11pm, Thu 7pm-11pm, Fri 7pm-11:30pm, Sat 7pm-11:30pm, Sun 7pm-11pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri 7pm-11:30pm, Sat 7pm-11:30pm, Sun 7pm-11pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu 7pm-11pm, Fri 7pm-11:30pm, Sat 7pm-11:30pm, Sun 7pm-11pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed 7pm-11pm, Thu 7pm-11pm, Fri 7pm-11:30pm, Sat 7pm-11:30pm, Sun 7pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $30. This event will also include: contests, haunted attractions, special events.
September - October 2022 (dates not updated)
Hunt Club Farm Harvest Fair
Hunt Club Farm, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 8/12/2021
This Virginia Festival will have Fine Art, Fine Craft, Crafts, Commercial/Retail, Homegrown Products, Corp./Information and Antique/Collectibles exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be All Days 10am-6pm. Admission tickets are $15. This event will also include: treewalk adventure, pony rides, pumpkin patch petting farm, contests, games, pumpkin patch.
September 30 - October 2, 2022
Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 2/23/2022
This Virginia Festival will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and 50 food booths. There will be 5 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 10am-6pm. This event will also include: parade, air show, displays, contests.
September 30 - October 2, 2022
Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show
Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 2/23/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths.
October 2022 (dates not updated)
Linkhorn Park Craft Marketplace
Linkhorn Park Elementary School, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 9/14/2021
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, film and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
October 2022 (dates not updated)
Halloween Festival at Cypress Point Shopping Center
Cypress Point Shopping Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 9/16/2021
This Virginia Festival will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, commercial/retail, homegrown products and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: bounce house, face painting, balloon animals, hands-on arts & crafts.
November 2022 (dates not updated)
Church of the Ascension Christmas Bazaar
Church of the Ascension Community Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 10/25/2021
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
November 11 - 12, 2022
Tidewater Quilters Guild Quilt Show
Cape Henry Collegiate School Gymnasium, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 5/2/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 4 food booths. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: hundreds of quilts, kids & charity sew area, silent auction, appraisals by appt.
November 2022 (dates not updated)
Santa's Stocking Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar Weekend 2
Kempsville Recreation Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 9/21/2021
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and 3 food booths. This event will also include pictures with santa.
November 25 - 27, 2022
Virginia Beach Christmas Market
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 12/13/2021
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $2 - $8.
January 2023 (dates not updated)
Greenberg's Great Train & Toy Show - Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 12/14/2021
This Virginia Antiques Collectibles Show will have crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $12.
January 28 - 29, 2023
Mid-Atlantic Home & Outdoor Living Show
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 6/14/2022
This Virginia Home and Garden Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, commercial/retail, homegrown products and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $8. This event will also include check website for details.
March 2023 (dates not updated)
The Outdoor Show
McDonald Garden Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 3/1/2021
This Virginia Home and Garden Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, film, commercial/retail, homegrown products, corp./information and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include gardening tips and lectures for the garden.
March 2023 (dates not updated)
Holistic & Spiritual Art Expo
Batten Center, Wesleyan University, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 12/9/2021
This Virginia Lifestyle-Healthy Living Event will have fine art, fine craft, crafts, commercial/retail, homegrown products and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $12 - $20. This event will also include free lectures.
March - April 2023 (dates not updated)
Cherry Blossom Festival
Red Wing Park, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 3/15/2022
This Virginia Festival will have crafts exhibitors and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International talent and the hours will be See Website For Full Schedule. This event will also include: martial arts demonstration, art, traditional dance.
April 2023 (dates not updated)
Earth Day Experience and Celebration
Mount Trashmore Park, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 4/19/2022
This Virginia Green Festival will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. This event will also include recycling stations.
April 2023 (dates not updated)
Spring Craft Show
Church of the Ascension, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 3/29/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
May 2023 (dates not updated)
PAN Fest
24th Street Stage, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 1/11/2022
This Virginia World Music Festival will have fine art, crafts and commercial/retail exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-10pm, Sat 9am-10pm.
May 2023 (dates not updated)
Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 12/13/2021
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7. This event will also include ongoing craft demonstrations.
May 2023 (dates not updated)
Neptune Spring Wine Festival
Neptune's Park, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 2/23/2022
This Virginia Wine-Beer Event will have commercial/retail exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-5pm. Admission tickets are $45 - $50.
May 2023 (dates not updated)
Virginia Beach Surf Art Expo
Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 4/4/2022
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine art, fine craft, crafts and antique/collectibles exhibitors, and 3 food booths. This event will also include in conjunction with the steel pier classic (pro surfing event)
