Fall is finally upon us! Why not celebrate the cooler temperatures and autumn colors by attending any one of our delightfully entertaining harvesttime festivals?
Consider the following:
Virginia Beach Neptune Festival | September 25-27
Every year, hundreds of thousands fill 30+ boardwalk blocks for daily concerts on two stages, 200+ artisans at the Art & Craft Show, and 22 international sand sculptures at Neptune’s International Sand Sculpting Championship. Other weekend events include Neptune’s 8k Race, Grand Parade, Dock Dogs, Touch-a-Truck, Poseidon’s Playground, Volleyball Tournament, Surfing Classic, Atlantic Regatta, Youth Art Show, and more!
https://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/
Alexandria Art Festival | September 26-27
This juried art festival showcases exceptional artists from across the country. Located in Alexandria’s historic Old Town, the vibrant Eisenhower East district features parks, open spaces, and popular retail and entertainment venues. Recognized by Sunshine Artist Magazine as one of the nation’s Top 100 Art Shows, the festival celebrates quality, diversity, and creativity in one of America’s leading arts communities.
https://visitalexandria.com/events/24th-annual-alexandria-art-festival/
Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival | October 3-4; 10-11; 17-18
Here’s a busy event situated in gorgeous surroundings. Spanning three fun-filled weekends in October, the Graves Mountain Festival is family-friendly and stuffed with great food and fall fun. Features and activities include beer and wine tent, live bluegrass music, crafters and vendors, petting zoo and hay maze, as well as pony and mule cart rides.
https://gravesmountain.com/apple-harvest-festival-first-3-weekends-in-october/
Suffolk Peanut Fest | October 8-11
The Peanut Fest is a huge event known for its family-friendly atmosphere, amusement rides and live music, as well as an abundance of fantastic events such as big air Doc Dogs jumping contests, art competitions, demolition derby and motorcycle rally, and so much more. Combined with fireworks, local and national entertainment, the Peanut Fest delivers a fun-filled weekend for all ages.
https://www.suffolkpeanutfest.com/
Richmond Folk Festival | October 9-11
As one of Virginia’s largest events, the Richmond Folk Festival is a free, three-day celebration held along Richmond’s historic riverfront. Among the events highlights are performing groups representing a diverse cultural array showcased on six stages.
https://www.richmondfolkfestival.org/
Urbanna Oyster Festival | November 6–7
Downtown Urbanna plays host to the nation’s oldest annual oyster celebration. This two-day event showcases over 50 food vendors, multiple parades, and historic tall ships, as well as some great live music, not to mention the Virginia Oyster Shucking Contest, where champion shuckers compete for speed and precision to advance to the national championship.