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60 things to do in Virginia
Cicada Mania
A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par
Bluemont Fair
A bucolic fair in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
Suffolk Peanut Fest
Virginia's premier agricultural festival celebrating peanuts
Devil's Bathtub
The popular swimming hole is hidden in a scenic setting, but prepare to get wet
Memorial Day Weekend
Thousands of flags, salutes, and tributes to the U.S. Armed Forces servicemen and women
State Fair of Virginia
Carnival, pig races, and other traditional entertainment
Virginia Film Festival
A five-day festival at the University of Virginia
Virginia Renaissance Faire
The lovely village of Staffordshire offers Renaissance-themed entertainment
Virginia Highlands Festival
Enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains and plenty of entertainment
Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival
A good chance to get a tattoo from a well-known artist
Norfolk Patriotic Festival
Virginia Beach kicks off the summer season and salutes the troops
Virginia Beach Neptune Festival
One of the most popular events on the East Coast
Virginia 4th of July Fireworks, Parade & Events
Celebrate America in one of Virginia's plentiful historical sites
Whale Watching in Virginia Beach
The favorite winter entertainment for nature lovers
Dolphin Watching in Virginia Beach
A playful pair or the whole pod of dolphins—a happy encounter is guaranteed
Chincoteague Pony Swim
Dozens of wild ponies cross the Assateague Channel during a traditional summer festival
Halloween in Virginia: Fests & Attractions
Check out how scary colonial Virginian towns can become
Christmas Markets
Best seasonal foods, fine arts, and jewelry at Virginia's holiday fairs
Christmas Lights across Virginia
Shimmering lights on the water, in parks, and in the tunnel
Bull Run Festival of Lights
A massive light display in Centreville, not far from Washington, D.C.
Winter Walk of Lights at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
An enchanting holiday garden not far from Washington D.C.
Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights at Lewis Ginter
A sparkling winter garden in Richmond offers plenty of fun activities
The Flying Circus Hot Air Balloon Festival
One of the highlights of the Virginia summer
Virginia Beach Labor Day Weekend
Beach getaway with lots of live music, delicious food, and entertainment
Virginia Fall Foliage
Discover the brilliance of Virginia's Blue Ridge during the peak foliage display
Skiing and Snowboarding
Get ready for an unforgettable winter season at marvelous Virginia's ski resorts
New Year's Eve in Virginia
The historical state offers plenty of scenic spots and glamorous parties for the holidays
Baltimore Oriole
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens
Cherry Blossom
Enjoy Virginia's breathtaking landscapes painted with cheerful pink and white blooms
Water Lantern Festival
Make a wish, write it on a lantern, and release it onto the water
Flying Circus Airshow
The longest continuously running airshow in Virginia
Hummingbirds
Ruby-throated and rufous hummingbirds can often be spotted in Virginia
Richmond Oktoberfest
This brew fest in Virginia has a little something in store for you
4th of July Events & Fireworks in Virginia Beach
Check out free family-friendly celebrations on the beach and inland of the Resort City, as well as out of it
Fireworks in Fredericksburg VA
The city on the Rappahannock River offers a myriad of ways to show your patriotism
Shenandoah National Park Fall Foliage
Discover prime fall landscapes in Virginia on Shenandoah's scenic drives and hikes
VFW Hillsville Flea Market
This flea market has cool stuff for any taste: from vinyl records to furniture
Vinton Christmas Parade
Don't miss a chance to visit Vintage Vinton Drive-Through Christmas Parade
Northern Virginia Christmas Market
Check out the grand opening festival of the merry season in Northern Virginia
Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic in Richmond, VA
Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Art and Craft Festival is a three-day extravaganza offering lots of crafts and Christmas gifts
Manassas Christmas Parade (Merry Old Town)
Holiday festivities at the historic Civil War site
Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
Enjoy the world's top jazz artists in Hampton Coliseum
Ravenwood Faire
Meet the Baron and Baroness of Ravenwood and dozens of other characters
Graves Mountain Apple Festival
Embrace fall splendor at this much-anticipated event
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival
More than 50 events over ten days in a beautiful town with the rural atmosphere