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September 05, 2008 18th Bay Seafood Festival
Lively, Virginia
All-inclusive-Seafood Festival. Live music and DJ. Reservations: 800-777-9717
Estimated attendees-2000
804-435-7030
September 06, 2008 Chili, Blues 'N Brews
Waynesboro, Virginia
ICS and People's Choice chili competition, live blues, family friendly
Estimated attendees-5000
540-942-6705
September 13 -September 14, 2008 42nd Boardwalk Arts & Craft Show
Colonial Beach, Virginia
Judged fine art and hand made items. Enjoy the river breezes as you shop.
Estimated attendees-2500
804-224-8145
September 13, 2008 Sedalia Country Fair
Big Island, Virginia
Family fun for all! Gardners, florists, and animal lovers gather in Big Island for hands-on activities.
Estimated attendees-1000
434-299-5080
September 20, 2008 San Gennaro Festa Vino Festival
Reston, Virginia
Celebrate all things Italian at second annual unique outdoor ethnic festival at Reston Town Center
Estimated attendees-3000
800-830-3976
September 20, 2008 Wilderness Trail Festival
Christiansburg, Virginia
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Estimated attendees-14000
540-552-2636
September 27 -September 28, 2008 Northern Virginia BrewFest
Centreville, Virginia
A World Beer Experience - a microbrew festival featuring over 40 beers, live music, vendors, kids area
Estimated attendees-5000
703-923-0800
September 27 -September 28, 2008 Virginia Wine Festival
Manassas, Virginia
Virginia Wine Festival is the granddaddy of the all - oldest wine festival on the east coast!
Estimated attendees-22000
703-823-1868
September 27 -September 28, 2008 Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
Moneta, Virginia
Come Celebrate 20 years with 27 wineries
Estimated attendees-10000
800-676-8203
September 27, 2008 Vegetarian Festival
Charlottesville, Virginia
Delicious food and drink, healthy living, family fun, body art, street performers, pet adoption fair
Estimated attendees-8000
434-979-1200
September 27, 2008 Colonial Beach Market Days
Colonial Beach, Virginia
Free Bluemont Concert on the Town Green with Arts and Crafts, Produce, Plants and Gift vendors.
Estimated attendees-1000
804-224-0021
October 04, 2008 Dog Day Festival
Ladysmith, Virginia
Spend a fun day with your dog! Free Admission! Bring your Dog!
Estimated attendees-2000
804-448-5542
October 04 -October 05, 2008 35th Annual Fall Festv of Folklife
Newport News, Virginia
A celebration of crafts, folk entertainment, and trades passed down from generation to generation.
Estimated attendees-70000
757-926-1400
October 04 -October 05, 2008 Nostalgiafest 2008
Petersburg, Virginia
Free family event: kids zone, petting zoo, music, arts, crafts, food vendors, and much more.
Estimated attendees-10000
800-368-3595
October 04, 2008 Fall for Fairfax Festival
Fairfax, Virginia
Activities, exhibits and programs focusing on education, sport, environment, etc.
Estimated attendees-25000
703-324-3247
October 04, 2008 Vienna Oktoberfest
Vienna, Virginia
beer garden, food, live entertainment, marketplace, Free kids area; noon - 6 pm
Estimated attendees-2500
703-281-1333
October 04 -October 05, 2008 Sorghum Festival
Clifford, Virginia
Fall festival with artisans, music and sorghum demonstrations
Estimated attendees-5000
434-946-2232
October 10 -October 12, 2008 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts
Roanoke, Virginia
Some for every style, taste & budget from over 250 talented artists & craftsmen. Many demonstrate.
Estimated attendees-25000
336-282-5550
October 10 -October 12, 2008 Steiff on the Mountain
Galax, Virginia
3rd Annual Steiff on the Mountain Steiff , Bear and Doll Dealers from Around the World
Estimated attendees-1000
276-238-0555
October 11, 2008
Fall Festival by Joshua's Hands
Join us for food, games, live entertainment, crafts, pony rides, etc. Free
Estimated attendees-1500
540-454-7827
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October 11 -October 12, 2008 Italian Festival
Williamsburg, Virginia
Family fun, Italian food, tastings by 10 Va. wineries, exciting entertainment, 40 arts & crafts vendors.
Estimated attendees-3300
757-253-2350
October 11, 2008 Buena Vista Mountain Day
Buena Vista, Virginia
Annual street festival celebrating history, culture & beauty of surrounding area.
Estimated attendees-3000
540-261-1514
October 11 -October 12, 2008 Fall Foliage Festival Art Show
Waynesboro, Virginia
Artists from across the country and Canada display 2D & 3D media, 37th annual outdoor juried fine art
Estimated attendees-20000
540-943-8292
October 11, 2008 Multicultural Festival
Woodbridge, Virginia
Leesylvania State Park-Food, variety of cultures will perform dances, play music and demostrate crafts
Estimated attendees-1500
703-730-8207
October 11 -October 12, 2008 Apple Havest Festival
Mt Jackson, Virginia
Don't miss the best hometown festival in the Shenandoah Valley with crafts, great live music & more!
Estimated attendees-5000
540-477-3275
October 11, 2008 Vinton Fall Festival
Vinton, Virginia
The Vinton Fall Festival is a family event with fun for all.
Estimated attendees-8000
540-343-1364
October 11, 2008 Fall Wildlife Festival
Woodbridge, Virginia
Free - Exhibits, Events, Workshops, Vendors, Reptiles Alive, Wildlife Center VA, Hayrides, Guided Walks
Estimated attendees-800
703-496-3813
October 11, 2008 36th Chincoteague Oyster Festival
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
All you can eat oysters, crabs, clams and more. Live entertainment, contests, lots of fun.
Estimated attendees-3000
757-336-6161
October 12, 2008 Clifton Day
Clifton, Virginia
Clifton Day is a one-day music, arts and crafts and antiques extravaganza just outside Washington DC.
Estimated attendees-25000
703-968-0740
October 17 -October 19, 2008 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts
Chantilly, Virginia
Something for every style, taste & budget from over 400 artists & craftspeople
Estimated attendees-30000
336-282-5550
October 18, 2008 Autumn Jubilee
Chase City, Virginia
Arts/Crafts Vendors; Food, Live music & entertainment; pumpkin chunkin' contest; family fun
Estimated attendees-500
434-372-0379
October 18, 2008 9th Chili Chowder Cookoff
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Sponsored by the Main Street Merchant's Association, lots of Chili, varieites of Chowder, and more.
Estimated attendees-1500
757-336-3700
October 18 -October 19, 2008 Harvest Fest
Blacksburg, Virginia
Smithfield Plantation- Reptile Guy, Games, Prizes, Magic, Balloon Art, Historic Home Tours & Encampments
Estimated attendees-2000
540-250-8376
October 25, 2008 Powhatan's Festival of the Grape
Powhatan, Virginia
Experience the wines of Virginia at Powhatan's Historic Courthouse Square.
Estimated attendees-6000
804-598-2636
October 25, 2008 13th Annual Chili Cookoff!
Big Island, Virginia
Chili Chefs Compete for Trophies and Award-Winning Chili Bragging Rights!
Estimated attendees-2500
434-299-5080
October 25, 2008 Fall Festival 2008
White Stone, Virginia
Carry out homemade Brunswick Stew, baked goods, arts and crafts vendors.
Estimated attendees-500
804-435-2385
October 25, 2008 12th Annual Chili Cookoff!
Big Island, Virginia
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Estimated attendees-2500
434-299-5080
November 07 -November 09, 2008 Craftsmen's Christmas Classic
Richmond, Virginia
Handmade arts & crafts by over 500 exhibitors for every style, taste & budget !
Estimated attendees-35000
336-282-5550
November 28, 2008 Reston Holiday Parade
Reston, Virginia
Parade with balloons, floats, performers, antique cars, costumed characters, and Santa and Mrs. Claus
Estimated attendees-8000
703-476-9377
November 28, 2008 Tree Lighting and Sing Along
Reston, Virginia
Santa will magically light up Reston Town Center 6:00 p.m.; music by The Reston Chorale and Brass Quintet
Estimated attendees-2500
703-476-9377
December 04, 2008 Vinton Christmas Parade
Vinton, Virginia
The annual parade kicks off the Christmas season in Vinton at 7 pm
Estimated attendees-10000
540-343-1364
December 06, 2008 Chincoteague Christmas Parade
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Floats, marching bands, Fire Companies from all around the Eastern Shore-special visit from Santa.
Estimated attendees-1500
757-336-6161
March 13 -March 15, 2009 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts
Richmond, Virginia
Features original designs/creations from over 400 artistians from across America.
Estimated attendees-25000
336-282-5550
March 27 -March 29, 2009 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts
Chantilly, Virginia
Features original designs/creations from over 400 artistians from across America.
Estimated attendees-25000
336-282-5550
May 16, 2009 Virginia Wine & Craft Festival
Front Royal, Virginia
Wine tastings from 20+ of the best of Virginia wineries.
Estimated attendees-20000
540-635-3185
June 13 -June 14, 2009 Saint Joseph Italian Festival
Richmond, Virginia
Italian food, music & entertainment, Italian culture & history presentation
Estimated attendees-8000
804-794-6164
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