September 1, 2010

Whuzzup Virginia?

Fall is on its way! 

Here's a sampling of the many events you'll find in Virginia this Fall.

Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion

Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion - September 17-19
Want to see over 100 of the hottest musical acts in the country?
Then Pick Bristol at the 10th Anniversary celebration of Bristol's Rhythm and Roots. Hear music by Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder, The Carolina Chocolate Drops, John Anderson, Wayne Henderson and more.
Sponsored by Pick Bristol, the source for all things musical in Bristol, TN/VA.

Racing at Martinsville Speedway 

NASCAR in Martinsville
Cheer for up-and-coming drivers at the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 300 Late Model Stock Race on October 3rd. Then, watch the big boys take to the track during the October 22nd-24th NASCAR weekend with the Kroger 200 Camping World Truck Series race and the TUMS Fast Relief 500 Sprint Cup Series race!

State Fair of Virginia 


State Fair of Virginia
- September 23-October 3
Virginia's finest agriculture, blue ribbon-worthy exhibits, animal competitions, midway rides and great musical entertainment highlight the Fair in its new location at Meadow Event Park in Caroline County.

Richmond Folk Festival 


Richmond Folk Festival
- October 8-10
Embracing all things folk in Virginia, the Richmond Folk Festival features more than 30 performing groups on seven stages. Enjoy folk art demonstrations, kids activities, a wide variety of food, and so much more!

Wine Festival at Mount Vernon 


Fall Wine Festival at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens - October 1-3
Admire the scenery along the Potomac River while tipping a glass from your choice of 16 Virginia wineries. Plan ahead to enjoy a fruit and cheese box with your wine, just as George and Martha would have.

Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival

 


Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
- September 25-26
Sample wine from 27 of Virginia's best vineyards, browse through juried crafts, and enjoy live entertainment over the course of this two-day event at LakeWatch Plantation on the shores of Smith Mountain Lake.

Oyster Shuckin' Conteste

 

Urbanna Oyster Festival - November 5-6
In it's 53rd year, the festival - "A Salute to the Oyster" - is the official Oyster Festival of the Commonwealth. Highlights include the Fireman's Parade, Oyster Festival Queen & Little Miss Spat, Oyster Shucking Contest and the focal point of the festival, the Oyster Festival Parade.

For more on fall in Virginia visit www.Virginia.org/fall or one of the links below.

Fall Festivals

Fall Festivals of all kinds can be found in Virginia

Wine Festivals

Find a great Wine Festival this Fall!

Food Festivals

Find a Food Festival

Apple Picking

Find apples to pick!



See our Claiborne House B&B locations page so you can plan your Fall Getaway route.  We are 15 minutes to Smith Mountain Lake - stay with us and enjoy this fabulous Wine Festival! Beach music, arts and crafts, great food and sample great Virginia wines!

(above event and Fall Information from Virginia.org)


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