Every Saturday & Sunday during October
October Fall Farm Fest at Sky Meadows State Park

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 9am - 6pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Celebrate farm life with the family. Learn about wholesome farm living.
Pick pumpkins in our patch, squeeze cider, make apple butter, play in the hay
and watch farm critters. Rock on the back porch as friends and neighbors drop
by to tell tall tales and make music.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit www.dcr.virginia.gov.

Every Weekend in October
Pumpkin Picking, Haunted Hayrides and the Haunted Barn

Cows-N-Corn..... Saturdays, 10am-9pm; Sundays, 12:30pm-7pm
5225 Catlett Road, Midland
Celebrate the season! Bring the kids out for pumpkin picking and the excitement
of our haunted barn and a haunted hayride!
Sponsored by the Warrenton-Fauquier Jaycees. $
For more information call (540) 439-4806 or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.

Throughout the Month of October
"Observations" by the Painting Ladies

Lord Fairfax Community College - Middletown Campus..... 9am - 6pm
173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown
Recent oil and acrylic paintings by a group of Fauquier County teachers, known as the
Painting Ladies, will be on display LFCC's Middletown campus. The art show moves
to the Warrenton campus of LFCC in November. Free to the public.
For more information call (540) 868-7000.

October 2 - 5 | Thursday - Sunday
Benefit for Lance Armstrong Foundation

Barrel Oak Winery..... 11am - 6pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Fighting Cancer to Win. Raffles and entertainment: Each day, 10% of sales
proceeds will go to benefit the Lance Armstrong Cancer Foundation.   
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

October 3 | Friday
First Fridays in Old Town Warrenton - Last one of the season!

Main Street in Old Town Warrenton..... 6pm - 9pm
Enjoy a summer evening with friends, live entertainment, art, the farmer's market,
activities for the kids, and more. 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.

October 3 | Friday
Rogers Ford Winery Oktoberfest Potluck

Rogers Ford Farm Winery..... 7pm - 10pm
14674 Rogers Ford Road, Sumerduck
Join us for a German theme potluck and extended hours on the deck.
Bring your friends, a dish to share, and relax. Good friends, good food, good wine.
For more information call (540) 439-3707, or visit www.rogersfordwine.com.

October 4 & 5 | Saturday & Sunday
Civilians in the Civil War

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... Saturday, 11am - 5pm; Sunday, 11am - 3pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Watch and talk with history interpreters of the Frederick Ladies’ Relief Society as they
portray rural civilian life during the Civil War.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 4 | Saturday
Dusk Walk at Sky Meadows

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 6pm - 7:30pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Look for daytime wildlife as it gets ready for bed and listen to the evening chorus
after the sun sets. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes.(1.5 miles, moderate)
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 4 | Saturday
Harvest Weekends at Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery...... 11am - 6pm
4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Celebrate the harvest, every Saturday in September and October!
Enjoy live music, light fare and great wine while taking in the serene views
of our winery, located in beautiful northern Fauquier County.
For more information call (540) 364-1203 or visit www.pcwinery.com.

October 4 | Saturday
Sidewalk Sale in Old Town Warrenton

Main Street in Old Town Warrenton..... 10am - 3pm
Enjoy the unique shops and restaurants of quaint Old Town Warrenton.
Shop and save, and support your local businesses!
For more information call (540) 349-8606.

October 4 | Saturday
Remington October Festival

Main Street, Remington..... Pancake breakfast starts at 6am...
Enjoy this family-friendly festival in the quaint town of Remington. Enjoy a delicious
pancake breakfast and entertainment all day long, including a fish fry, crafts, carshow,
music, and much more. Benefits the Remington Volunteer Fire & Rescue.
For more information call (540) 439-0754.

October 4 | Saturday
4th Annual - A Day in The Plains

Main Street in The Plains..... 10am - 3pm
A family-friendly Autumn festival, this event will include a parade, an arts and crafts fair,
live music and entertainment, a 5K run in the morning, and more!
For more information call (540) 253-5470.

October 4 | Saturday
Ellen Crosby Book Signing at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery..... please visit our website for time
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Meet the author of the Wine Country Murder Mysteries!  More excitement than you
can shake a page turner at!  Free with additional Special Tasting and Tours Fees. 
Books will be available for sale and signing.
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

October 5 | Sunday
Fall Motorcycle Day & Air Show

Flying Circus Airshow Grounds ..... Gates open at 11am; Airshow starts at 2:30pm
5414 Ritchie Road, Bealeton
Ride you motorcycle to The Flying Circus and receive a 50% discount on admission.
Picnic and enjoy the airshow which begins at 2pm.
$10 /adults; $3 /children 3-12; 50% off admission for motocycle drivers
For more information call (540) 439-8661 or visit www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

October 10 | Friday
“TGISunsets” On The Winery Patio

Barrel Oak Winery..... 6pm - 9pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Vineyard walks and historic and beautiful sunset vistas featuring great wine
and people on our stone patio: More relaxation than you can shake a stick at! 
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

October 10 | Friday
Crush Monkey Fridays at Pearmund Cellars

Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 9am - 3pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
Participate in this year's wine crush under the guidance of our winemakers: Chris
Pearmund, Rob Cox, and D. J. Leffin. Gain experience with fruit processing, juice
analysis, pH adjustment, fermentation (including yeast selection, inoculation, and
nutrition), temperature control, racking, barrel strategy, winery hygiene, and clean-up.
White grapes will be crushed on September 26th and red grapes will be crushed
on October 10th.
For more information call (540) 347-3475 or visit www.pearmundcellars.com.

October 10, 11 & 12 | Friday - Sunday
Theatre - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Fauquier Community Theatre, Vint Hill..... Friday & Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm
4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton (at Vint Hill)
An adult musical comedy, “Forum” is based on the plays of Plautus, with music and
lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shelove and Larry Gelbart. This bawdy
story finds a slave named Pseudolus trying to gain his freedom by helping his master,
Hero, attract the attention of one of the courtesans, Philia. A comedy of errors sets loose,
with a series of mistaken identities paving the way for a hysterical comic love story.
Tickets: $16 adults, $14 seniors & students
For more information call (540) 349-8760 or visit www.fctstage.org.

October 11 - 25 | Saturdays
Haunted Hayride and Haunted Barn

Cows-N-Corn.....
5225 Catlett Road, Midland
The "Summer Camp Horrors" Haunted Hayride and Haunted Barn, sponsored by
the Warrenton-Fauquier Jaycees. $
For more information call (540) 439-4806 or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.

October 11 | Saturday
Children's Festival 2008

C.M. Crockett Park ..... 1pm - 5pm
10066 Rogues Rd, Midland
Ages 3–12 with an adult chaperone. Enjoy an educational day designed especially for
children! Face painting, storytelling workshops with a fantastic presentation, pony rides,
moon bounces, sail, Boat rides, fireengines, fishing, environmental booths and more
will all be available to fascinate children ages 3 - 12. Come and celebrate childhood
at this carefree festival. Have fun, enjoy the Autumn weather and have interesting, new
experiences with your child or children. In case of inclement on October 11th, the
rain-date will be held on October 12th at the same times. Cost is $4 per car for county
residents and $10 per car for non-county residents. Registration is not required.
For additional information, please call (540) 788-4867.

October 11 | Saturday
Oktoberfest at Miracle Valley Vineyard

Miracle Valley Vineyard ...... 12pm - 5pm
3661 Double J Lane, Delaplane
Relax with us and celebrate Fall with good wine and good friends. To get us in
Oktober mood, we'll have german music on hand, and german food available for
purchase (bratwurst, knockwurst, sauerkraut.)
For more information, call (540) 364-0228, e-mail:
joe_and_maryann@miraclevalleyvineyard.com, or visit www.miraclevalleyvineyard.com.

October 11 | Saturday
Harvest Weekends at Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery...... 11am - 6pm
4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Celebrate the harvest, every Saturday in September and October!
Enjoy live music, light fare and great wine while taking in the serene views
of our winery, located in beautiful northern Fauquier County.
For more information call (540) 364-1203 or visit www.pcwinery.com.

October 11 | Saturday
Beginning Backpacking

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 10:30am - 1:30pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Have you always wanted to go backpacking but weren't sure where to start?
Find out what you need to venture into the backcountry. Basic equipment and
techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. For ages 12 and up.
Those under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Reservations required. Fee: $15 per person.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 11 | Saturday
Celebrate Auburn Event

Historic Weston Farmstead..... 12pm - 5pm
4447 Weston Road, Casanova
Celebrate Auburn is a commemoration of the 145th Anniversary of the Battle of Coffee
Hill at Auburn. Weston and the celebration will be part of the Fauquier Fall Farm Tour.
We would like people to join us for an afternoon celebration of the history of Auburn
and the Battle of Coffee Hill, considered one of the most significant battles in
Fauquier County. We welcome everyone to sit on the lawn of historic Weston and learn
more about Fauquier County’s place in the Civil War and the daring tactics of Major
General J.E.B Stuart’s cavalry during their harrowing two days in Auburn. We will have
several vendors on site – including Hog Wild BBQ, a local vineyard, and local honey!
For more information call (540) 347-0225 or visit www.historicweston.org.

October 11 | Saturday
Fauquier County Fall Farm Tour

Southern Fauquier County.... 10am - 5pm
This year's award-winning farm tour will be held in southern Fauquier County.
Visit any or all of the farms on the tour including a dairy farm, lavender farm,
Alpaca farm, an equestrian center, and a historic farmstead featuring the hounds
of the Casanova Hunt. Enjoy interpretive tours at every stop, animal exhibits,
petting zoo, horses & hounds, farm machinery, dairy cows & calves, hayrides
and more. For more information call (540) 349-5314.

Download the brochure, pick one up at any farm tour participant, or at the
Warrenton-Fauquier Visitor's Center, at 33 N. Calhoun Street, off Main St in Warrenton.

October 11 | Saturday
Boys & Girls Club Car Show

Horse Show Grounds in Warrenton.... 9am - 3pm
60 E. Shirley Avenue, Warrenton
Join us for this fun classic car show. Benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Fauquier County.
For more information call (540) 349-8890, or visit www.bgcfauquier.org.

October 11 - 13 | Saturday - Monday
Weekend Winery Walks at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery...... 11am and 4pm each day
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
ASNV naturalists will lead wildflower and wildlife walks at 11am and 4pm each day.
Explore the rolling hills of the vineyards and then sip Barrel Oak’s delicious wine.
Proceeds from the homemade barbeque you purchase will benefit ASNV. Meet wine
maker Sharon Roeder, tour the winery, and enjoy the natural breezes across the
stunning tasting room and the picturesque outdoor deck with sweeping views of the
Piedmont and historic Oak Hill Estate. Family-friendly activities will welcome kids of all
ages; even dogs are welcome.
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 11 & 12 | Saturday & Sunday
Alpaca Full Moon Farm - Harvest Open House

Alpaca Full Moon Farm, Marshall...... 10am - 6pm
9247 Ramey Road, Marshall
The Harvest Open House is the perfect occasion for celebrating the arrival of Fall
and all its glory...roasted marshmallows, cider, cookies, apples...oh my! Our first
Fall cria will have arrived and the Full Moon Shop will be stocked with luxurious
alpaca apparel, throws and toys. Please join us!
For more information call (540) 364-4720, or visit www.alpacafullmoon.com.

October 12 | Sunday
Toys and Games of the 1800s

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 10:30am - 12 Noon
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
How did children have fun in the 1800s without video games?
Play with some old-time toys and find out. All ages welcome.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 12 | Sunday
Music on the Porch

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 2pm - 4pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Join guitar and fiddle duo, Kitchen Gorilla, as they perform North American
and European folk tunes on the porch of the log kitchen.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

Marriott Ranch, Hume..... Rides leave at 10am and return around 3pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Saddle up for a horseback adventure - for the experienced rider.
Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com.

October 15 | Wednesday
Green Drinks Social at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery...... 6pm - 8pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Every month people meet up for a beer or glass of wine at informal sessions known
as Green Drinks.  Please join us and become a part of this very special social network
of people who share a passion for the environment. 
We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business.
Come along and you'll be made welcome. Just say, "are you green?" and we will look
after you and introduce you to whoever is there.  It's a great way of catching up with
people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else
along, so there’s always a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic,
self-organizing network.  It's a force for the good.
Wine will be available for tasting and purchase.
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 17 | Friday
Friday Night Flix at Barrel Oak Winery, "Wizard of Oz"

Barrel Oak Winery...... 6:30pm - 9pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
The patio will be open and we’ll offer unlimited popcorn and s'mores for $5.00.
Come join us for the fun, bring your own picnic if you wish and enjoy trying and
sipping on Barrel Oak’s wonderful wine!
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 17, 18 & 19 | Friday - Sunday
Theatre - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Fauquier Community Theatre, Vint Hill..... Friday & Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm
4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton (at Vint Hill)
An adult musical comedy, “Forum” is based on the plays of Plautus, with music and
lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Burt Shelove and Larry Gelbart. This bawdy
story finds a slave named Pseudolus trying to gain his freedom by helping his master,
Hero, attract the attention of one of the courtesans, Philia. A comedy of errors sets loose,
with a series of mistaken identities paving the way for a hysterical comic love story.
Tickets: $16 adults, $14 seniors & students
For more information call (540) 349-8760 or visit www.fctstage.org.

October 18 | Saturday
International Gold Cup

Great Meadow, The Plains...... Gates open 10am
On October 18th 35,000 spectators will gather at Great Meadow near The Plains,
Virginia, to celebrate the 70th running of the International Gold Cup Races presented
by Porsche. This event will provide a full day of entertainment including a Porsche
Classic car display and seven nationally sanctioned races.
For ticket sales call (800) 69-RACES or (540) 347-1215 or purchase online.
For more information call (540) 347-2612 or visit the www.vagoldcup.com.

October 18 | Saturday
Winemakers Dinner at Naked Mountain Vineyard

Naked Mountain Winery..... Reception 6:30-7pm; Seated at 7pm
2747 Leeds Manor Road, Rt. 688, Markham
The dinners offer a wonderful opportunity to meet new people while experiencing high
quality Virginia wines paired with exquisite dishes.
Dinners are held on Saturday evening, with doors opening at 6:30pm. Reception is from
6:30 until 7:00pm, where guests can mingle throughout the tasting room and deck while
enjoying aperitif wine and passed appetizers. Guests are seated around 7:00pm to enjoy
four more courses paired with Naked Mountain wines. Each course and wine will be
addressed by our staff. After the dessert course the evening concludes with a visit
from Chef Eric Stamer. At this time guests are free to ask Chef Eric questions about
the menu, recipes or just to pay a complement! Check out the menu
Cost: $75 per person, including tax & gratuity; Reservations suggested.
For more information or reservations, call (540) 364-1609 or visit
www.nakedmtnwinery.com.

October 18 | Saturday
Northern Piedmont Harvest Festival at Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery...... 11am - 6pm
4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Commemorating the birth of winemaking in the Commonwealth, this first
Harvest Festival at Philip Carter Winery emphasizes a connection to the past and
offers a salute to the new harvest.  A Falconry Demonstration is planned for the
old world touch, a horse drawn carriage ride and pony rides will be available
with food and live music.  Bring your chldren and your pet for a full day.
For more information call (540) 364-1203 or visit www.pcwinery.com.

October 18 | Saturday
Three Fox Vineyards, Ribbon Cutting and "Scenic Byway" Naming Contest

Three Fox Vineyards, Delaplane......
10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane
We have blazed a beautiful trail through the woods from our Tasting Room down
to our Meadow and it needs a name!  We’ll cut the ribbon on the ‘byway’, invite you
to take a stroll through it and then submit your ideas for a name in the Tasting Room. 
You could become a part of Three Fox history!
For more information call (540) 364-6073 or visit www.threefoxvineyards.com.

October 18 | Saturday
Fall Color Hike at Sky Meadows

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 10:30am - 1:30pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
See beautiful vistas from one of the park’s overlooks and learn why trees turn color. 
Bring water and wear hiking boots and windproof jacket for this moderate to difficult
hike.  (Approx. 3 miles)
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 18 | Saturday
Murder Mystery Dinner at Chateau O'Brien

Chateau O’Brien at Northpoint Winery & Vineyard..... 7pm - 10pm
3238 Rail Stop Road, Markham
Food wine and a mystery to solve! Enjoy this event on our deck overlooking
the vineyards. The menu includes grilled marinated baby portabellas,
apple wine braised ham, horseradish crusted sliced prime rib, sambuca shrimp,
smoked salmon parfait. Limited Seating - Reservations required.
Cost: $65/person
For reservations or more information, call (540) 364-6441 or visit www.chateauobrien.com.
Download the menu and flyer

October 18 | Saturday
Harvest Weekends at Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery...... 11am - 6pm
4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Celebrate the harvest, every Saturday in September and October!
Enjoy live music, light fare and great wine while taking in the serene views
of our winery, located in beautiful northern Fauquier County.
For more information call (540) 364-1203 or visit www.pcwinery.com.

October 19 | Sunday
Heritage Lecture Series

The John Barton Payne Building....... 3pm
2 Waterloo Street, at Courthouse Square off Main Street in Warrenton
Speakers: TBA
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.

October 18 & 19 | Saturday & Sunday
Chili Days of October at Fox Meadow Winery

Fox Meadow Winery, Linden...... Noon - 6pm
3310 Freezeland Road, Linden 22643
Warm yourself in our cozy tasting room and enclosed deck.
A delicious bowl of chili, bread, great wine and conversation!
What a great way to spend a chilly fall day!
For more information call (540) 636-6777 or visit www.foxmeadowwinery.com.

October 19 | Sunday
Toys and Games of the 1800s

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 10:30am - 12:30pm and 2pm - 4pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
How did children have fun in the 1800s without video games?
Play with some old-time toys and find out. All ages welcome.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 19 | Sunday
"Call to Victory", The Piedmont Symphony Orchestra

Highland Center for the Arts, Rice Theater..... 3pm
597 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton
Open the season with the PSO as we honor those who have served and given their
lives for the freedom of our great nation. It's a performance of rousing patriotic works celebrating history's greatest battles and victories, concluding with the unparalleled
1812 Overture of Tchaikovsky.
Tickets: $20/adults; $15/seniors; $5/children under 18
For more information call (540) 878-2700, x2700,
or visit www.highlandcenterforthearts.org or www.prorchestra.org.

October 19 | Sunday
Heritage Lecture Series - Wallis Warfield Simpson

The John Barton Payne Building....... 3pm
2 Waterloo Street, at Courthouse Square off Main Street in Warrenton
Speakers: John Toler
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. The series covers topics from our local, regional and national history.
This is a free event open to the public.
For a list of scheduled lectures click here or download the brochure.
For additional information, call (540) 341-7019.

Marriott Ranch, Hume..... Rides leave at 10am and return around 3pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Saddle up for a horseback adventure - for the experienced rider.
Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com.

October 24 | Friday
Ghost Tours in Old Town Warrenton

Leave from the Old Jail Museum...... On the hour between 5pm - 9pm
14 Main Street, Warrenton (next to the Old Courthouse)
"A Night of History, Ghosts, and the Macabre" Follow your guide from the
Old Jail Museum through the streets of Warrenton, VA and listen to tales
of the town's history and hauntings.  Tours go out rain or shine every hour
on the hour between 5pm and 9pm.  Tickets will be available for purchase
at the Old Jail Museum by September 27, 2008. 
$8 per person for adults; $5 per person for children ages 7 - 12;
Children under age 6 admitted free.
For more information, call (540) 347-5525, or visit www.fauquierhistory.org.

October 24 | Friday
Friday Night Flix at Barrel Oak Winery, "Harold and Maude "

Barrel Oak Winery...... 6:30pm - 9pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
The patio will be open and we’ll offer unlimited popcorn and s'mores for $5.00.
Come join us for the fun, bring your own picnic if you wish and enjoy trying and
sipping on Barrel Oak’s wonderful wine!
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 25 | Saturday
The Great Pumpkin Ride

Starts at the Warrenton Branch Greenway.....
Registration starts 7:30am
Official ride starts 9:30am
Start/Finish: Lot at the end of 4th and East Lee Streets in Old Town Warrenton
The Great Pumpkin Ride is a fully supported bicycle ride that starts and ends in historic
Warrenton. With route options of 3, 24, 44, and 62 miles, the ride appeals to a range of
riders and levels of experience. Fully stocked rest stops along the way will ensure you're
well nourished. The ride benefits the Fauquier Trails Coalition, supporting further
construction of a multi-use trails network throughout Fauquier County.
For additional information, call (540) 428-2901, or visit www.warrentoncycling.com.
Download the flyer and registration form

October 25 | Saturday
Monroe Park's 10th Anniversary Celebration

Monroe Park ..... 10am - 2pm
14421 Gold Dust Pkwy, Goldvein
Help us celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Monroe Park from 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m.
There will be a gold panning contest, museum tours, and one-on-one time with gold
panning experts readily available to answer all of your questions. So bring the family
out for this one-of-a-kind event and enjoy all that Monroe Park has to offer.
For additional information, call (540) 752-5330.

October 25 | Saturday
Harvest Weekends at Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery...... 11am - 6pm
4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume
Celebrate the harvest, every Saturday in September and October!
Enjoy live music, light fare and great wine while taking in the serene views
of our winery, located in beautiful northern Fauquier County.
For more information call (540) 364-1203 or visit www.pcwinery.com.

October 25 | Saturday
Trick or Treating in Old Town Warrenton

Main Street, Old Town Warrenton.....
Dress the kids in costume and trick or treat down Main Street as shop-owners
provide Halloween treats.
For more information call (540) 349-8606.

October 25 | Saturday
Barrel Oak Winey's Private Barrel and 2007 Reds Pre-Release Tasting

Barrel Oak Winery...... 4pm - 6pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Join Sharon and Brian Roeder as they lead you through a tasting of
BOW's 2008 wines in barrel and in tank and learn about the magic of
this year's crush!  Our pre-release 07 reds will also be tasted. 
This event will include a private tour and tasting with the owners
and gourmet snacks will be served. 
Cost: $75 per couple will be waived for those who purchase one of our used
or new barrels!  Please reserve your space now, availability is limited! 
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 25 | Saturday
Astronomy for Everyone

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 6:30pm - 10pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
Find out about U.S. space research, take a sky tour, and look for deep space
objects through large telescopes.  If the sky is cloudy, a short program will be
presented and the park gates will close at 10 p.m.  Bring your children ½ hour
early for a special “Junior Astronomer” activity.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 25 | Saturday
Author Susan McCorkindale Book Signing at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery...... 1pm - 5pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Susan gave up her executive position in NYC as Marketing Director for Family Circle
to live a very different life with her family in Upperville, VA on a 500-acre beef farm.
Her new book, “Confessions of a Counterfeit Farm Girl”, includes all kinds of
anecdotes urban transplants can relate with making it laugh-out-loud funny!
Come meet this entertaining author while enjoying Barrel Oak’s delicious wine!
Books will be available for purchase.
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 25 & 26 | Saturday & Sunday
Halloween Weekend at Three Fox Vineyards

Three Fox Vineyards, Delaplane...... 11am - 5pm
10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane
The foxes will be in costume and so should you!  Free tastings to everyone
in costume.  Our new trail will be haunted this weekend and we will have lots
of other spooky surprises!
For more information call (540) 364-6073 or visit www.threefoxvineyards.com.

October 25 & 26 | Saturday & Sunday
Pumpkin Decorating at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery...... Noon - 4pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Bring the whole family to join in the excitement of decorating pumpkins for Halloween.
Dogs are welcome on leashes too!
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.

October 26 | Sunday
Toys and Games of the 1800s

Sky Meadows State Park, Delaplane..... 10:30am - 12:30pm and 2pm - 4pm
11012 Edmonds Lane, Delaplane 20144
How did children have fun in the 1800s without video games?
Play with some old-time toys and find out. All ages welcome.
For more information call (540) 592-3556 or visit the website.

October 26 | Sunday
Flying Circus Airshow - Last show of the season!

Flying Circus Airshow Grounds ..... Gates/field open at 11am; Airshow starts 2:30pm
5414 Ritchie Road, Bealeton
Bring the family to this unique place, where brave pilots perform stunts in antique
biplanes. A parachute jumper opens the show, a wingwalker hangs upside down
from the biplane's wing, and more. Biplane rides available for purchase.
$10 /adults; $3 /children 3-12: children under the age of 3 are free.
For more information call (540) 439-3978 or visit www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

October 26 | Sunday
10th Anniversary of the Burning of Chapman's/Beverley Mill

Chapman's/Beverley Mill..... 1pm - 3pm
Beverley Mill Drive, Broad Run
Celebrate the history of this amazing landmark, dating back to 1742.
Enjoy a free lunch; music by the Bull Run Grass Band; a book signing by
Frances Lillian Jones, author of The History of Chapman/Beverley Mill; exhibits
by The International Molinology Society of America; The Stonewall Brigade;
Bull Run Civil War Round Table; the Northern Virginia Chapter of the Archeological
Society of Virginia, The Mosby Players; the African-American Historical Association
of Fauquier County; Cresthill Stoneworks; Cintec America; displays of the history
of the Mill and tours of the Mill.
Sponsored by the Turn the Mill Around Campaign.
For more information or to RSVP, call (540) 253-5888 or e-mail: mill@chapmansmill.org.
For directions, download the flyer.

October 30 | Thursday
The Manor House Three Fox Wine Dinner

Casanova..... 7:30pm - 10:30pm
9245 Rogues Road, Casanova
Hors d'oeuvres & Rose followed by a Four Course Dinner paired with a
Taste of Tuscany!
For more information or to reserve your space, call (540) 788-4600 or toll free
(800) 490-7747, or visit www.poplarspringsinn.com.

Marriott Ranch, Hume..... Leave the barn at 4:30pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Saddle up for a horseback Halloween adventure! Riders will enjoy a 90 minute ride,
a cowboy steak dinner with all the fixin's, and this special Halloween ride includes a
hayride and ghost stories.
Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com.

October 31 - November 1 | Friday - Sunday
Halloween and Election Fright Fest at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery..... 11am - till the ghouls go home!
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Friday movie fright nite (not for the faint of heart) and Haunted Forest Hike Saturday
and Sunday nites.  Adult costume prizes, candy, and frightfully fun activities for kids
and grownups alike!   
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

October 31 - November 2 | Friday - Sunday
Trick or Treat with Cab Francenstein, Pearmund Cellars

Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 10am - 6pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
Wander through our haunted barrel room and indulge in our vertical Cabernet Franc
tasting. This activity is free for adults in Halloween costumes. Other adults will be
charged $5. Our family-friendly celebration will include treats for children.
For more information call (540) 347-3475 or visit www.pearmundcellars.com.

October 31 - November 1 | Friday - Saturday
Halloween & Election Fright Fest at Barrel Oak Winery, Double Feature!

Barrel Oak Winery...... 6:30pm - 'til the ghouls go home!
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Friday night: Free Halloween Double Feature Movie: “Young Frankenstein” and
“Rocky Horror Picture Show.” The patio will be open and we’ll offer unlimited popcorn
and smores for $5.00. Halloween candy, too! Enjoy drinking Barrel Oak’s wonderful
wine on Halloween night!
Saturday night: Join us for our Halloween Costume Party and dance to the
tunes of the Blue Book Value Blues Band (www.bluebookvalueband.com).
Fee: $5.00 cover charge will be waived for all those in costume, including
your dogs in costume, too! For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit
www.barreloak.com.

November 1 | Saturday
Halloween Costume Dance at Barrel Oak Winery

Barrel Oak Winery...... 6pm - 9pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
WDC's Rockin Swing Blues band: Blue Book Value, will be playing for our Halloween
costume party dance at BOW on Saturday, November 1st from 6:30pm till 9pm.
Guests in costume will rceive door prizes and there will be a costume competition!
Cost: $5 door cover waived for those in costume
For more information call (540) 364-6402, or visit www.barreloak.com.