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 lovely village of Staffordshire offers Renaissance-themed entertainment
Ruby-throated and rufous hummingbirds can often be spotted in Virginia
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens
The popular swimming hole is hidden in a scenic setting, but prepare to get wet
A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par
The longest continuously running airshow in Virginia
A playful pair or the whole pod of dolphins—a happy encounter is guaranteed
The largest cave complex in the eastern United States
A unique geological formation that makes a big impression
The greatest party of the year at Virginia's oceanfront
Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment
A hot air balloon festival in a beautiful location
One of the highlights of the Virginia summer
One of the best air shows in the United States
Discover the brilliance of Virginia's Blue Ridge during the peak foliage display
Dozens of wild ponies cross the Assateague Channel during a traditional summer festival
The largest car show in the Mid-Atlantic region
Enjoy world-famous seafood and lots of entertainment
Embrace fall splendor at this much-anticipated event
Shimmering lights on the water, in parks, and in the tunnel
Virginia Beach kicks off the summer season and salutes the troops
Check out free family-friendly celebrations on the beach and inland of the Resort City, as well as out of it
Enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains and plenty of entertainment
Discover prime fall landscapes in Virginia on Shenandoah's scenic drives and hikes
A good chance to get a tattoo from a well-known artist
Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Art and Craft Festival is a three-day extravaganza offering lots of crafts and Christmas gifts
One of the most popular events on the East Coast
A kick-off party for the beach season in Virginia
The favorite winter entertainment for nature lovers
Celebrate America in one of Virginia's plentiful historical sites
The city on the Rappahannock River offers a myriad of ways to show your patriotism
Make a wish, write it on a lantern, and release it onto the water
A bucolic fair in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
Best seasonal foods, fine arts, and jewelry at Virginia's holiday fairs
The oldest wine festival on the East Coast
Check out the grand opening festival of the merry season in Northern Virginia
Beach getaway with lots of live music, delicious food, and entertainment
Enjoy Virginia's breathtaking landscapes painted with cheerful pink and white blooms
The historical state offers plenty of scenic spots and glamorous parties for the holidays
A premiere annual dining event in Virginia
This brew fest in Virginia has a little something in store for you
Virginia's premier agricultural festival celebrating peanuts
The biggest and oldest statewide garden tour
This flea market has cool stuff for any taste: from vinyl records to furniture
Meet the Baron and Baroness of Ravenwood and dozens of other characters
A massive light display in Centreville, not far from Washington, D.C.
A sparkling winter garden in Richmond offers plenty of fun activities
Rejoice in Kiwanis Christmas Parade in Abingdon
A five-day festival at the University of Virginia
Get ready for an unforgettable winter season at marvelous Virginia's ski resorts
Don't miss a chance to visit Vintage Vinton Drive-Through Christmas Parade
Holiday festivities at the historic Civil War site
Thousands of flags, salutes, and tributes to the U.S. Armed Forces servicemen and women
The ultimate Shenandoah Valley's beer & wine event
Enjoy the world's top jazz artists in Hampton Coliseum
An enchanting holiday garden not far from Washington D.C.
Travel back in time to the age of brave Vikings
Witness Hampton overrun by dozens of fervent pirates
Celebration of all things about horses and riding
Check out how scary colonial Virginian towns can become
Mounted archery, highland game demos, and other themed activities
The premier holiday event in Virginia
More than 50 events over ten days in a beautiful town with the rural atmosphere