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Winchester, Virginia 22602 1 (800) 462-0545
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Most Saturdays our trolley bus takes campers to local points of interest, on a sign up basis; only $1 per person Click Here for Printer Friendly version of Events Calendar |
| Veramar's
Gourmet Cheese and Wine Tasting |
TBA |
Stay at
Candy Hill so you are close to this great
event! Guided presentation of gourmet cheeses paired with Veramar
wines. Limited space available for this after hours event. Advance
reservations
required. Cheese Pairing includes a wine and cheese tasting and
souvenir glass. Guided tastings start at 7 p.m.. Located at 905 Quarry
Road,
Berryville. (540) 955-5510 www.veramar.com |
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| First
Fridays Art Walk |
On the
First Friday of every
month, Old Town Winchester plays host to artists with special gallery
events, muscians playing in restaurants and cafes, and many of our
shops stay open late. Every month is something a little different. |
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| Bell
Grove
Plantation Opening Day |
March 31 |
Belle
Grove Plantation reopens
to the public after being closed for the winter on March 31! Stop by
for a visit with FREE ADMISSION Saturday only. The Manor House and
Historic Landscape will be open for tours from 10 until 4. Check out
their calendar of events here. |
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Bloomin' Wine and Fine Art Festival |
April 27-28 |
The
Apple Blossom festivities
start with a Wine and Fine Arts Festival featuring area vineyards, food
exhibitors, local artisans and live musical entertainment to complete
the atmosphere. There will also be a concert in the Grand Ballroom of
the George Washington Hotel featuring the Winchester Orchestra. . |
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| Apple Blossom Festival | Apr.30 - May 6 |
Join the fun and pageantry of the 84th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in historic Winchester. "Timeless" This long-standing tradition features the world's largest fire fighters' parade; an entertaining Grand Feature parade through scenic downtown Winchester; Weekend in the Park, featuring a wide variety of crafters; a bluegrass concert, a carnival and an outstanding fireworks display! The Trolley will shuttle ($) at various times for the parades. Visit the official Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival web site for more information. See you at The Bloom! www.thebloom.com | |
| Mother's Day Weekend | May 11-13 | Enjoy coffee and doughnuts on the front porch Sunday morning to honor our moms. | |
| Ale & History Beer Festival | May
12-13 |
Join Belle Grove Plantation during their annual "Of Ale and History" Microbrew and Imported Beer Tasting Festival. Manor house tours, live music, and special entry admission for designated drivers. A fun festival in a historic setting! Located at 336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown. (540) 869-2028 www.bellegrove.org | |
Blandy Farm Garden Fair |
May 12-13 |
Blandy Farm is sponsoring a garden extravaganza from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the grounds of the State Arboretum. Over 70 vendors will sell plants and garden supplies to spice up your garden. Free guided tours and children's activities available. Located at 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. (540) 837-1758 www.virginia.edu/blandy | |
National Competition: North-South Skirmish Association |
May 18-20 |
Member units compete in live-fire matches with original or authentic reproduction Civil War period muskets, carbines, breech loading rifles, revolvers, mortars and cannons. It is one of the largest Civil War events of its kind in the country! Free event. Bring the entire family and see history in action! Located at Fort Shenandoah, 480 Chalybeate Spring Road, Winchester. (248) 258-9007 www.n-ssa.org |
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| Armed Forces Weekend | May 18-20 | Out of appreciation for all of our Armed Services, retired and active duty personnel. Show a Military ID and receive 20% off your camping fees. | |
Virginia Wine & Crafts Festival |
May 19 |
Enjoy wine tastings from 20 of the best Virginia Wineries. Over 100 artisans and crafters, huge variety of foods and games. Live entertainment for everyone! See more info here. |
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| Memorial Day Weekend | May 25-28 | Candy Hill's pool opens for the season | |
| Newtown Heritage Festival | May 26 | This
free
family friendly festival takes place throughout
Main Street, Stephens City. Come participate in the Apple Crate Derby
for six to 12 year olds, craft show, demonstrating artisans, parade and
fireworks on Saturday, live music, children’s events, wagon rides,
museum tours and more. Click here
for additional details and contact info.
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| Old
Court House Civil War Museum Re-enactment |
June 1-2 |
See
historians portray the life of famous military, political and
civilian personalities from the Civil War. Events include
discussions and debates, ladies tea and fashion show and even a mock
trial of Virginia's right to secede. Enjoy a musical presentation in
the evening by Stan Clardy. Located at the Old Court House Civil War
Museum, 20 N. Loudoun Street, Winchester (540) 542-1145 www.civilwarmuseum.org |
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| Fathers' Day Weekend | June 15-17 | Enjoy coffee and doughnuts on the front porch Sunday morning to honor our Dads. | |
| Independence Day | June 29-July 8 |
Join us for an ENTIRE WEEK of Independece Day
Celebrations!. Kick back by the pool during the day, cheer for the
local fireworks displays at night! |
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| Public
Service Weekend |
July
13-15 |
Out of appreciation for all of our Public Service personnel: Fire, EMS, Police, School, Hospital and other emergency staff. Show your ID and receive 20% off your camping fees. | |
| Frederick County Fair | July 29 - Aug. 6 |
Frederick
County Fair offers fun for the entire family!
Enjoy performances
by country music recording artists and also live bluegrass music. See
smash-up action at the demolition derby! There's also beauty pageants,
lawnmower
racing, carnival, livestock shows, petting zoo and much more! Located
at the Frederick County Fairgrounds on Route 11 North. Visit www.frederickcountyfair.com
for additional details. |
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Shenandoah Valley Steam & Gas Engine Show |
July 27-29 |
This show features some of the finest restored farm tractors, restored farm equipment, a working steam powered belt driven saw mill, demonstrations of a vintage belt driven threshing machine and hay bailer, a "parade of tractors," and a tractor pull featuring ONLY vintage stock farm tractors. In addition to a step back into the past, on Saturday listen to some outstanding bluegrass music. Held at the Ruritan-Clark County Show Grounds, located on Route 7. www.svsgea.com | |
| Marker-Miller Peach Festival | Aug. 11 |
Enjoy fresh peaches, peach cobbler, peach sundaes, and country ham sandwiches. Barrel train and wagon rides for children. Music and much more! Held at Marker-Miller Orchards, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade. (540) 662-1391 www.markermillerorchards.com | |
| Car,
Truck and Bike Show |
Aug. 14 |
Car, Truck and Bike
Show - held at Candy Hill Campground to benefit
Round Hill Community Fire and Rescue Company. Vehicle
Registration 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. and Awards at 2:30 p.m.
Registration Fee $10 per vehicle. Top 20 Awards and Special
Awards. Food, Kids Fun Areas, Music, Door Prizes, 50/50 and much more. |
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| Ham
Radio Weekend |
Aug.
17-19 |
Come
out to Candy Hill for our first ever Ham Radio Weekend! Ham radio
enthusiasts and everyone else are invited. Bring your own ham radio or
just come and learn more about them! |
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| Labor Day Weekend | Aug 31-Sept 3 |
The last big summer "splash" - enjoy sun and fun at Candy Hill | |
| Apple Harvest
Festival |
Sept. 14-16 | Winchester's Apple Harvest Festival - 180 arts and crafts, ethnic foods, Virginia State Apple Butter Making Championship, regional apple pie baking contest, Ole Tyme Apple Growers Exhibit, and much more! Enjoy fall in the apple country at Jim Barnett Park. Located at 1001 E. Cork Street, Winchester. (540) 662-4827 | |
| 8th Annual Tri-State Antique Truck Show | Sept. 20-22 | From dawn til dusk at the Frederick County Fairgrounds visitors can see antique trucks, fire trucks, farm tractors, and military vehicles - all in working condition! Admission is only $2 for adults, children under 12 are free. | |
| Marker
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Miller Fall Festival |
Sept. 22 |
It's
officially autumn and the
Shenandoah Valley is in full fall bloom. Pick-your-own apples and enjoy
the beautiful countryside of the Shenandoah Valley. Many family
activities are planned. |
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| National Competition: North-South Skirmish Association | Oct. 3-7 |
Member units compete in live-fire matches with original or authentic reproduction Civil War period muskets, carbines, breech loading rifles, revolvers, mortars and cannons. It is one of the largest Civil War events of its kind in the country! Free event. Bring the entire family and see history in action! Members of the NSSA who can show proper membership card will get 20% off any stay of 4 days or more during this event! Held at Fort Shenandoah, 480 Chalybeate Spring Road, Winchester. (248) 258-9007 www.n-ssa.org | |
| Columbus
Day Weekend |
Oct. 5-8 |
Enjoy the fall foliage and relax over this wonderful weekend. Explore our local farm markets and pick up everything from fresh fruit to homemade pies while you discover the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley. | |
| Marker-Miller
Harvest Festival |
Oct. 6 |
Get
some apple cobbler,
caramel apple sundaes and country style food. You can pick your own
apples and pumpkins while you enjoy great music. Wagon rides and barrel
train rides for the kids. |
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| International
Children's
Festival |
Oct. 6 |
Take a
trip around the world!
Live Cultural Entertainment, International Food Court, and many other
activities from over 20 different countries. Held at Jim Barnett Park
from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Admission is free! Click here for details. |
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| Blandy
Farm Arbor Festival |
Oct. 13-14 |
The Arboretum's famous fall festival and plant sale. Join the fun activities including scarecrow making, guided nature walks, Arboretum and bird walks, as well as hay rides for the kids. Located at 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce. (540) 837-1758 www.virginia.edu/blandy | |
| Shenandoah Valley - Hot Air Balloon & Wine Festival | Oct. 19-21 | Picnic on the grounds of historic Long Branch while enjoying live music and the glow of tethered hot air balloons floating in the skies above you. Bring your own meal or pick from tasty vendors’ offerings on the grounds. Grab yourself a glass and enjoy the wide selection of local made wines, gourmet food and there's even things for kids. Held at 830 Long Branch Lane, Millwood. (540) 837-1856. www.historiclongbranch.com | |
| 148th Civil War Battle Re-enactment | Oct. 19-21 | Make Candy Hill Campground your base "camp" from which to experience the re-enactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek. Visit the battlefield to witness thousands of re-enactors as they recreate the last great Civil War battle of the Shenandoah Valley. Hundreds of cavalry and scores of artillery participate in daily battles and demonstrations. Spectators are invited to visit living history and military camps, enjoy musical and historical presentations in the symposium tent, shop on Sutler Row for one of a kind items, dine on great food, and more. Just 20 minutes south of Winchester in Middletown. (540) 869-2064 www.cedarcreekbattlefield.org | |
| Marker-Miller
Pumpkin Festival |
Oct. 27 |
Enjoy food, wagon rides, barrel train rides and live music. Get the family to go for a hunt and pick the perfect pumpkin. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Come enjoy this FREE event at Marker-Miller Orchards. (540) 662-1391 www.markermillerorchards.com |
| Please note that plans and dates can change due to circumstances beyond our control. Schedule of events for each weekend is available by clicking the event title. Please note, each weekends activities, schedule and events are subject to change. Call campground to confirm. Weekends in color represent raised rates due to holiday or event. Also, we add events to this calendar throughout the year. |
