Virginia: ‘The Birthplace of a Nation’ and a place for lovers. History and romance go hand in hand here, where rolling hills and sunny beaches give way to charming towns and polished presidential manors. In the Old Dominion State you’ll find a Historic Triangle and an Oyster Trail, Shenandoah National Park and Arlington National Cemetery. And, 650 festivals celebrating art and artists, crafts and culture, music and wine. Three not to miss events are: Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, Neptune Festival Art & Craft Show and State Fair of Virginia. There’s a lot to love about Virginia’s Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows!
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.
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!
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
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.
November 2026 - January 2027 (dates not updated)
Bull Run Festival of Lights
Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA
Status: Updated 10/30/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival
Meadow Event Park, Doswell, VA
Status: Updated 12/12/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
FXBG Boat & Water Sports Expo
Fredericksburg Convention Center, Fredericksburg, VA
Status: Updated 6/16/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
BrickUniverse Lynchburg, VA Lego® Fan Expo
River Ridge, Lynchburg, VA
Status: Updated 12/16/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
The Home Owners Expo -Chesapeake
Chesapeake Conference Center, Chesapeake, VA
Status: Updated 9/16/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Mid-Atlantic Home & Outdoor Living Show
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
Status: Updated 4/8/2025
January 2027 (dates not updated)
Greenberg's Great Train & Toy Show - Richmond
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 12/16/2025
November 2026 - January 2027 (dates not updated)
Winter Blues
Silversmith House, home of the FCCA, Fredericksburg, VA
Status: Updated 10/31/2025
January - February 2027 (dates not updated)
BurgQuest - Tabletop Gaming Con
Sadler Center, Williamsburg, VA
Status: Updated 7/8/2025
January - February 2027 (dates not updated)
The Last Word Comedy Festival
Various (Williamsburg, VA), Williamsburg, VA
Status: Updated 7/8/2025
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Chocolate Lovers Festival
Stacy C. Sherwood Center, Fairfax, VA
Status: Updated 12/18/2025
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Fishing Expo
Augusta Expo Event Center, Fishersville, VA
Status: Updated 1/7/2026
February 2027 (dates not updated)
KidFest
Fredericksburg Convention Center, Fredericksburg, VA
Status: Updated 6/16/2025
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Black History Month
Little Union Baptist Church, Dumfries, VA
Status: Updated 1/15/2026
February 2027 (dates not updated)
ATE Meeting
Hyatt Regency Crystal City, Arlington, VA
Status: Updated 1/20/2026
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Yorktown Market Days - Valentine's Day Market
Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, VA
Status: Updated 12/29/2025
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Chantilly International Gem and Jewelry Show
TBD- See Website, Chantilly, VA
Status: Updated 12/27/2025
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Spring Home Show
Fredericksburg Convention Center, Fredericksburg, VA
Status: Updated 1/8/2026
