Upcoming Annual Events

       

Annual Children & Pets Parade
July 4

Fourth of July at Great Meadow
July 4

Warrenton Pony Show
July 1-5

Fauquier County Fair
July 16 - 19

Hot Air Balloon Festival
August 15 & 16

Warrenton Horse Show
August 27 - 30


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Warrenton Pony Show

Horse Show Grounds, Warrenton
..... 8am - 4pm
60 E. Shirley Avenue
The "Oldest Pony Show in America," the five day event is an "A" rated USEF
junior/amateur hunter horse show. Very special because of the active junior
volunteer participation with the adults. Every year a large portion of the profits
are donated to charity.

For more information, call (540) 347-7897 or visit the website.
Download the schedule of events here.

 

   

July 2 | Friday
First Fridays in Old Town Warrenton

Main Street in Old Town Warrenton..... 6pm - 9pm
Several local wineries will provide wine tastings and sell their award-winning wines.
Sip a glass of wine and enjoy the smooth sounds of Second Echo. The Northern
Piedmont Buy Fresh Buy Local vendors will be offering tastings throughout the
evening as well as selling their products. Taste Fauquier like never before!
Shops will be open late. Dine at one of the fantastic restaurants in Old Town,
most offering outdoor dining.
Join us every first friday of the month from May - October.
Sponsored by the Partnership for Warrenton Main Street Program.
For more information call (540) 349-8606 or e-mail: amy@partnershipforwarrenton.org.

 

   

July 2 | Friday
Friday Night Flights & Live Music, at Poplar Springs

Poplar Springs Inn & Spa..... 6pm - 8pm
9245 Rogues Road, Casanova
Every Friday join us in the lounge or on the garden terrace (weather pending) for live
performances from amazing local musicians.  No fee to attend. Dress is casual. 
Open to the public.  Sample feature wine flights and delight in the light fare menu!
For more information, call (540) 788-4600, e-mail:
thespa@poplarspringsinn.com,
or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

 

   

July 3 | Saturday
Bluemont Outdoor Concert Series

Old Town Warrenton...... 7:30pm
Notorious ~ Fiddle, Banjo & Song
At Shadowlawn and St. James Church at 73 Culpeper Street in Old Town Warrenton
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, families, neighbors and visitors
gather for outdoor Bluemont concerts in Old Town Warrenton. Audiences enjoy
world-class jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock, rhythm and blues, zydeco, African
dance, folk music and more.
Many people bring picnics to enjoy during the show. People of all ages are welcome.
All Bluemont concerts are smoke-free and alcohol is prohibited. Pets are not allowed
in the concert areas. Cost: $5 adults; $4 Bluemont Friends & Seniors; $2 kids under 12
For more information call (540) 341-0988 or (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.

 

   

July 4 | Sunday
Annual Children and Pets Parade

Main Street, Old Town Warrenton..... 10am
Historic Old Town Warrenton is the site of the 19th Annual Partnership for Warrenton's
Independence Day Parade for Children and Pets. No motorized vehicles permitted.
Decorate the children, bikes, wagons, pets and yourself in red, white and blue and
march down Main Street! Uncle Sam welcomes participants. Community Band
performs at the Old Courthouse, while Uncle Sam and bag pipers lead the line of
march of over 800 children! Fire trucks to climb aboard, treats for the pets, and
ice cream for the children following the parade.
Parade line up begins at 9:30 am at 5th Street. The Parade will begin at 10am.
For more information call (540) 349-8606, or visit: www.partnershipforwarrenton.org.

 

   

July 4 | Sunday
Fourth of July Celebration at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 4pm

The bombastic Great Meadow 4th of July celebration featuring the most impressive
firework production in the region includes shells 20% larger than the biggest shells
used at the display on the Mall in Washington, DC.  The fireworks are amazing as
light up the dark sky and the hills of the Virginia Piedmont.  The staff of the Great
Meadow Foundation plan and organize this fun-filled day of events with entertainment
tailored to the families of all ages.  There’s something for everyone with pony rides,
aerial displays, rock walls, petting farms, rural living demonstrations and much,
much more.  The gates open at 4:00 pm when the fun begins. $

For more information call (540) 253-5001 visit the website.

 

   

July 4 | Sunday
Flying Circus Airshows

The Flying Circus Airshow Grounds..... Gates open at 11am; Show starts at 2:30pm
5114 Ritchie Road (off Routes 17 & 644), Bealeton
Every Sunday, May thru October, watch daring expert pilots perform stunts in
vintage biplanes.  A parachute jumper opens the show, a wingwalker hangs upside
down from the biplane's wing, biplane and hot-air balloon rides are usually available,
and more.  Bring the family and a picnic and enjoy the show! $
For more information, call (540) 439-8661 or visit:  www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

 

   

July 4 & 5 | Saturday & Sunday
Gone to the Dogs, Fourth of July at Pearmund Cellars

Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 10am - 6pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
This Fourth of July, Redmund wants to make sure that all wine dogs are coming to
bask in the sun, frolic between the vines, and chase frisbees. He also invites their
owners and friends to taste his favorite wines.  However, they must be well mannered,
play nicely with others, and clean up after themselves. Redmund will greet everyone,
pose for pictures, and ask for donations to the SPCA. Cost: $5
For more information, call (540) 347-3475 or visit: www.pearmundcellars.com.

 

   

July 9 | Friday
Friday Night Flights & Live Music, at Poplar Springs

Poplar Springs Inn & Spa..... 6pm - 8pm
9245 Rogues Road, Casanova
Every Friday join us in the lounge or on the garden terrace (weather pending) for live
performances from amazing local musicians.  No fee to attend. Dress is casual. 
Open to the public.  Sample feature wine flights and delight in the light fare menu!
For more information, call (540) 788-4600, e-mail:
thespa@poplarspringsinn.com,
or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

 

    July 10 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

   

July 10 | Saturday
Bluemont Outdoor Concert Series

Old Town Warrenton...... 7:30pm
Gold Heart ~ Bluegrass
At Shadowlawn and St. James Church at 73 Culpeper Street in Old Town Warrenton
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, families, neighbors and visitors
gather for outdoor Bluemont concerts in Old Town Warrenton. Audiences enjoy
world-class jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock, rhythm and blues, zydeco, African
dance, folk music and more.
Many people bring picnics to enjoy during the show. People of all ages are welcome.
All Bluemont concerts are smoke-free and alcohol is prohibited. Pets are not allowed
in the concert areas. Cost: $5 adults; $4 Bluemont Friends & Seniors; $2 kids under 12
For more information call (540) 341-0988 or (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.

 

   

TBD
Ice Cream Festival at Cows-N-Corn

Midland..... Saturday (10am - 4pm) and Sunday (1pm - 4pm)
5225 Catlett Road, Midland
Join the Leonard family at their working dairy farm. A great family event with loads of fun
for the entire family. Tour this 1,800 acre farm, enjoy kids games and contests, and of
course have some hand dipped ice cream. In fact, enjoy all the ice cream you can eat
with your admission of $8 per person
Conveniently located off Route 28 - look for the giant 'ear of corn' silo.
For more information, call (540) 439-4806, or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.

 

   

July 11 | Sunday
Flying Circus Airshows

The Flying Circus Airshow Grounds..... Gates open at 11am; Show starts at 2:30pm
5114 Ritchie Road (off Routes 17 & 644), Bealeton
Every Sunday, May thru October, watch daring expert pilots perform stunts in
vintage biplanes.  A parachute jumper opens the show, a wingwalker hangs upside
down from the biplane's wing, biplane and hot-air balloon rides are usually available,
and more.  Bring the family and a picnic and enjoy the show! $
For more information, call (540) 439-8661 or visit:  www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

 

   

TBD
Annual Fauquier County Fair

Fauquier County Fairgrounds, Warrenton..... see the website for hours & admission
6209 Old Auburn Road, Warrenton
Great rides, games, music & entertainment, food and fun for the family!
Check out the website for a complete schedule of events, including...
Thursday Night - Rodeo;
Friday Night - The Legends;
Saturday Night - Joe Diffie;
Sunday - FAuquier STAR Talent Show
For cost of admission and additional information, call (540) 270-9409 or 270-1659,
or visit the www.fauquierfair.org.

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July 16 | Friday
Friday Night Flights & Live Music, at Poplar Springs

Poplar Springs Inn & Spa..... 6pm - 8pm
9245 Rogues Road, Casanova
Every Friday join us in the lounge or on the garden terrace (weather pending) for live
performances from amazing local musicians.  No fee to attend. Dress is casual. 
Open to the public.  Sample feature wine flights and delight in the light fare menu!
For more information, call (540) 788-4600, e-mail:
thespa@poplarspringsinn.com,
or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

 

   

July 17 | Saturday
Bluemont Outdoor Concert Series ~ Junkyard Saints

Old Town Warrenton...... 7:30pm
Junkyard Saints ~ "Roots Party Music"
At Shadowlawn and St. James Church at 73 Culpeper Street in Old Town Warrenton
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, families, neighbors and visitors
gather for outdoor Bluemont concerts in Old Town Warrenton. Audiences enjoy
world-class jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock, rhythm and blues, zydeco, African
dance, folk music and more.
Many people bring picnics to enjoy during the show. People of all ages are welcome.
All Bluemont concerts are smoke-free and alcohol is prohibited. Pets are not allowed
in the concert areas. Cost: $5 adults; $4 Bluemont Friends & Seniors; $2 kids under 12
For more information call (540) 341-0988 or (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.

 

    July 17 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6pm; Match begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Pretty women, handsome gents, sumptuous tailgates and the romance
of an evening under the stars combine to form a great party! Warm summer
evenings, flickering fireflys, and the excitement of pounding hooves make the
night's fun unforgettable. Come to Great Meadow for Twilight Polo on Saturday
nights through September 13, 2008.
Cost: $20 per car, or $10 if you come alone; new this season...
the Polo Pony Express Meal Deal includes admission and meal for four for only $40.
For more information and reservations, call (540) 253-5001, or visit the website.

 

   

July 18 | Sunday
Flying Circus Airshows

The Flying Circus Airshow Grounds..... Gates open at 11am; Show starts at 2:30pm
5114 Ritchie Road (off Routes 17 & 644), Bealeton
Every Sunday, May thru October, watch daring expert pilots perform stunts in
vintage biplanes.  A parachute jumper opens the show, a wingwalker hangs upside
down from the biplane's wing, biplane and hot-air balloon rides are usually available,
and more.  Bring the family and a picnic and enjoy the show! $
For more information, call (540) 439-8661 or visit:  www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

 

   

July 18 | Sunday
Heritage Lecture Series ~
Women of the Iron Will: Captain Sally and Pauline Mosby

The John Barton Payne Building....... 3pm
2 Waterloo Street, at Courthouse Square off Main Street in Warrenton
Speakers: Margaret Rowe and Paula Johsnon, Living Historians

a collection of memorials, biographical sketches, articles, personal letters, photographs
and wartime reminiscences by and about those brave young men who both matriculated
at the Virginia Military Institute and rode with the 43rd Battalion Virginia Cavalry-Mosby’s
Rangers.  Sponsored by the Fauquier Heritage Institute, this monthly lecture series is
held on the third Sunday of each month (unless otherwise noted) at the John Barton
Payne Building. For a list of scheduled lectures download the brochure.
For additional information, call (540) 341-7019.

 

   

July 23 | Friday
Friday Night Flights & Live Music, at Poplar Springs

Poplar Springs Inn & Spa..... 6pm - 8pm
9245 Rogues Road, Casanova
Every Friday join us in the lounge or on the garden terrace (weather pending) for live
performances from amazing local musicians.  No fee to attend. Dress is casual. 
Open to the public.  Sample feature wine flights and delight in the light fare menu!
For more information, call (540) 788-4600, e-mail:
thespa@poplarspringsinn.com,
or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

 

   

July 24 | Saturday
Bluemont Outdoor Concert Series ~ Pan Masters

Old Town Warrenton...... 7:30pm
Pan Masters ~ Carribbean Steel Band
At Shadowlawn and St. James Church at 73 Culpeper Street in Old Town Warrenton
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, families, neighbors and visitors
gather for outdoor Bluemont concerts in Old Town Warrenton. Audiences enjoy
world-class jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock, rhythm and blues, zydeco, African
dance, folk music and more.
Many people bring picnics to enjoy during the show. People of all ages are welcome.
All Bluemont concerts are smoke-free and alcohol is prohibited. Pets are not allowed
in the concert areas. Cost: $5 adults; $4 Bluemont Friends & Seniors; $2 kids under 12
For more information call (540) 341-0988 or (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.

 

  July 24 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

July 25 | Sunday
Flying Circus Airshows

The Flying Circus Airshow Grounds..... Gates open at 11am; Show starts at 2:30pm
5114 Ritchie Road (off Routes 17 & 644), Bealeton
Every Sunday, May thru October, watch daring expert pilots perform stunts in
vintage biplanes.  A parachute jumper opens the show, a wingwalker hangs upside
down from the biplane's wing, biplane and hot-air balloon rides are usually available,
and more.  Bring the family and a picnic and enjoy the show! $
For more information, call (540) 439-8661 or visit:  www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

 

 
   
 
           

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