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Workhouse Brewfest

Workhouse Arts Center 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA, United States

Workhouse Brewfest spotlights craft brews, artisan spirits, and fine wine from Northern Virginia, throughout the Commonwealth, and from the mid-Atlantic region, including DC, Maryland, and West Virginia. There are three ticket types that you can buy for entry to Brewfest. You can also pre-purchase passes for on-site parking.

Event Series Fossil Field Experience

Fossil Field Experience

Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, United States

At 9:00 a.m., you will meet up at Cove Point Lighthouse. You will learn about Miocene fossils and what to look for. From 9:30 to approximately 11:30 a.m., you will explore the beach to search for fossilized shell, bone, and sharks’ teeth. Lunch is on your own. Picnic facilities are available at the museum. Report […]

$20

Shenandoah Valley Apple Harvest Festival

Frederick County Fairgrounds 250 Fairground Rd, Winchester, VA, United States

The 2019 Shenandoah Valley Apple Harvest Festival will be held at the Frederick County Fairgrounds and continues to grow with attendance over 7,500 people! The festival has always been family (and pet) friendly! WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR: BUBBLEBALL by Wonderfly Games… and a human HAMSTER BALL. Come out (Sunday only, noon-5pm ) and try the […]

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 […]

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