Fantastic weather makes April through October the best time to visit Virginia. Being dry and warm, April marks the actual start of spring and rainy May—the beginning of peak season. Summer in Virginia is usually hot with possible thunderstorms. A sackful of events such as Virginia Renaissance Faire, Balloons over Rockbridge, or Virginia Highlands Festival are held during high season. November is known as the driest month but with the most significant drop in temps. Evenings are usually breezy and the nights are cold. December through February is the coldest period with fewer things to do around the state. However, Christmas lights across Virginia and the state's Christmas markets are more than attractive. The snow and bargain rates are undeniable winter companions. March can be cold with occasional snowfall, but generally everything turns green and flowers start to bloom.
The greatest party of the year at Virginia's oceanfront
Beach getaway with lots of live music, delicious food, and entertainment
The popular swimming hole is hidden in a scenic setting, but prepare to get wet
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens
Ruby-throated and rufous hummingbirds can often be spotted in Virginia
The largest cave complex in the eastern United States
A playful pair or the whole pod of dolphins—a happy encounter is guaranteed
The longest continuously running airshow in Virginia
A unique geological formation that makes a big impression
A hot air balloon festival in a beautiful location
Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment
The lovely village of Staffordshire offers Renaissance-themed entertainment
One of the best air shows in the United States
Discover the brilliance of Virginia's Blue Ridge during the peak foliage display
Enjoy world-famous seafood and lots of entertainment
Dozens of wild ponies cross the Assateague Channel during a traditional summer festival
The largest car show in the Mid-Atlantic region
One of the highlights of the Virginia summer
Shimmering lights on the water, in parks, and in the tunnel
Virginia Beach kicks off the summer season and salutes the troops
A good chance to get a tattoo from a well-known artist
Celebrate America in one of Virginia's plentiful historical sites
One of the most popular events on the East Coast
Enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains and plenty of entertainment
A premiere annual dining event in Virginia
A kick-off party for the beach season in Virginia
The favorite winter entertainment for nature lovers
Enjoy Virginia's breathtaking landscapes painted with cheerful pink and white blooms
The oldest wine festival on the East Coast
Best seasonal foods, fine arts, and jewelry at Virginia's holiday fairs
From Alexandria to the Atlantic coast, there are plenty of celebrations to ring in the New Year
A bucolic fair in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
Virginia's premier agricultural festival celebrating peanuts
The biggest and oldest statewide garden tour
Make a wish, write it on a lantern, and release it onto the water
A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par
Check out free family-friendly celebrations on the beach and inland of the Resort City, as well as out of it
A sparkling winter garden in Richmond offers plenty of fun activities
Get ready for an unforgettable winter season at marvelous Virginia's ski resorts
A massive light display in Centreville, not far from Washington, D.C.
This brew fest in Virginia has a little something in store for you
Thousands of flags, salutes, and tributes to the U.S. Armed Forces servicemen and women
A five-day festival at the University of Virginia
Celebration of all things about horses and riding
An enchanting holiday garden not far from Washington D.C.
Check out how scary colonial Virginian towns can become
The ultimate Shenandoah Valley's beer & wine event
The city on the Rappahannock River offers a myriad of ways to show your patriotism