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2019 Media Marketplace

Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa Short Pump 12042 West Broad St, Richmond, VA, United States

This year’s Marketplace will take place on September 24-26 in Virginia’s newly-expanded Richmond Region. VisitRichmond recently welcomed neighboring Powhatan County and the town of Ashland to their tourism marketing effort. With the Hilton Short Pump as our host hotel, MATPRA’s 2019 Marketplace will shine a spotlight on Powhatan, Ashland, and the nearby booming cosmopolitan area […]

Frederick’s Oktoberfest

Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD, United States

Bratwurst, Oktoberfest beer, German wines, dancing, music, children’s events and much more! And it all benefits Frederick County charities. Spearheaded by the Rotary Club, this annual, family-friendly event promotes Frederick's strong German heritage and supports both clubs’ efforts in the community to raise tens of thousands of dollars for local non-profits.

$5 – $10

Harrisonburg International Festival

Downtown Harrisonburg

The Harrisonburg International Festival is a very special event that celebrates this area's rich cultural and language diversity. This family-friendly event is free, with plenty of food and crafts available for purchase, and activities for visitors of all ages. The International Festival strives to celebrate the diversity of Harrisonburg and the surrounding communities by providing […]

Railroad Days

Brunswick, Maryland 1 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD, United States

Railroad Days is a unique annual festival which celebrates the area's railroad heritage as one of the largest rail yards in the nation. Visit the Brunswick Railroad Museum, enjoy entertainment, children's activities, artisans, food and of course, trains!

Free

Virginia Wine and Garlic Festival

Rebec Vineyards 2229 N Amherst Hwy, Amherst, VA, United States

It’s Chic to Reek!  The second full weekend in October, Rebec Winery, outside of Lynchburg, Virginia, embraces food, wine, live entertainment, arts, crafts, and GARLIC! There are five stages with constant music and entertainment, including Garlic Cooking, Garlic Crafts and Garlic King and Queen Contests. The Garlic Festival is also home to 150 unique booths […]

$30

155th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek

Join spectators and reenactors for a commemoration of the largest Civil War battle in the Shenandoah Valley held on the original battlegrounds in Middletown, VA. Battles on Saturday and Sunday. Military, civilian, and living history camps. Unique gifts, crafts, food vendors, educational demonstrations and programs, music, and more. Sunday church services. Easy and convenient parking. […]

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