• September 4 -- Wine, Cigars & Chocolate at Veramar Vineyard
  Celebration: An event for Aficionados of Wine, Cigars and Chocolate (WCs). Enjoy an evening of fine cigars, Veramar wine, and chocolate. Includes glass of wine, cigar, chocolate, & wine tasting. Limited to 22 guests. Advance reservations required. 905 Quarry Road, Berryville
  Fee: $25 per personTime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.5510

• September 5 -- Irvington Stomp
  Celebration: This year the Stomp will again feature a concert by Robbin Thompson, the Virginia-based songwriter/singer. Bring a blanket or chairs. No coolers, please. In addition we have added lots of new activities for the whole family from skydivers to a maize maze. Food will be available for purchase, along with soft drinks and White Fences' own Meteor wine. White Fences Vineyards, 170 White Fences Drive, Irvington
  Fee: $10 Adults/$5 kids 6-16/Under 6 freeTime: 3 p.m./Concert begins at 6 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 438.5559

• September 5 -- International Wine Festival
  Festival, Wine Education: Explore wines from around the world. Over 50 wines from Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, California and of course, Virginia. Taste, compare, learn and enjoy. Admission includes 10 tastings. Food will also be available. Tickets available at the Evans Center Box Office on the day of the event. Wintergreen Resort, Wintergreen
  Fee: $20Time: 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 325.8292

• September 12 - 13 -- VA Wine & Polo Festival at The Plains
  Festival: A spectacular match - Virginia Wine paired with gourmet cuisine, fine art, fancy foods and Polo in one of the most exquisite venues in the DC region - Great Meadow Equestrian Center at The Plains. Come out and enjoy Great Wine, Great Food & Great Polo at Great Meadow in The Plains!
  Fee: $30 online / $40 at the gateTime: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., both days Phone Number: (703) 823.1868

• September 19 - 20 -- Tarara's Victory in Wine Celebration
  Celebration: The perfect time of year to get back to our roots and taste the bounty that 20 years of excellence in winemaking has poured for us. Sip the soul of Tarara caught and capped in our Long-Bomb wine tribute while wrapped in the sights and sounds of harvest. Enjoy wine tastings, live music and local food and craft vendors while savoring the last sips of the season! Free for children under 12. Held rain or shine. 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg
  Fee: $8-15 Advance/$10-$20 At the GateTime: 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100

• September 27 -- 'Wich Wine
  Food & Wine Education: The portability and versatility of the sandwich is a culinary gyro disguised in 'po boy's clothes. Discover the greatest pairing since sliced bread when you sandwich yourself between seasonal twists on this classic preparation and a glass of Tarara wine! Tarara Winery 13648 Tarara Lane Leesburg, VA
  Fee: $16Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100

Ongoing Events

• Year-Round -- Picnic Specials at Gray Ghost
  Recreation: Gray Ghost offers picnic specials year-round! A block of cheese and basket of crackers for $6 (serves 2-3 people). Enjoy a bottle or glass of wine and relax in the gazebo and garden or the gorgeous Mosby Lounge. We look forward to your next visit! Guest are always welcome to bring their own picnic, as well. Gray Ghost Vineyard, 14706 Lee Hwy, Amissville
  Fee: VariesTime: Fri-Sun & Mon Fed Holidays 11a.m. - 5p.m./Jan-Feb Open Sat-Sun & Mon Fed Hol Phone Number: (540) 937.4869

• Wine Getaway Two Night Package -- Wine Dinner Getaway
  Reception: Two evenings of choice at the Inn at Monticello , gourmet breakfasts and afternoon wine and refreshments. Bottle of wine and two glasses. Dinner at upscale local restaurant, includes any menu item tax and tip, map and guide to area wineries, 1188 Scottsville Road, Charlottesville
  Fee: $556 - $589Time: Choose any two evenings at the Inn Phone Number: (877) RELAXVA

• Wine Tours held Daily -- Arcady Vineyard Wine Tasting & Brewery Tours
  Wine Education: Join Arcady Vineyard LLC for a custom wine tour of the Charlottesville Wine Country for one all-inclusive price! Rates include: owner/guide, pickup, bottled water and sodas, transportation, tasting fees, cheese platter.
  Fee: $115 Mon-Fri/$125 Sat-SunTime: Call for information Phone Number: (434) 872.9475

• Saturdays, April 4 - November 21 -- Staunton/Augusta Farmers' Market
  Market: "Home-grown and home-made from local producers". At the Market dock (on the south end) of the Augusta County Government Center on Rt. 11 in Verona
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 448.1937

• Every 2nd Friday of the Month: May 8 - October 9 -- Wine & Wags
  Celebration: Come celebrate Friday with unique Virginia wines and your furry friends! You are invited to stroll the vineyards with your pet. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase snack baskets. Water and biscuits for Fido. Join other dog lovers for a waggingly good time. Lexington Valley Vineyard, 80 Norton Way, Rockbridge Baths
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 462.2974

• June 7 - October 25 -- Sunday Sounds at Chateau Morrisette
  Live Music: What Recession? Bring the family on Sunday afternoons June through October for live music in the courtyard at no charge. Local and regional musicians and entainers. Grilled foods, soft drinks and wine available for purchase beginning at noon or bring your own picnic. Bring Seating. We are located in a spectacular mountain setting in Floyd County off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway between mileposts 171 and 172.
  Fee: FreeTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 593.2865

• Every Sunday -- Premier Tasting Experience at Tarara
  Wine & Food Education: Intimate, hour-long tastings of seven premium Tarara wines, complete with select food pairings. Purchase tickets online or call for information. Walk-ins welcome on a first come, first served basis. 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg
  Fee: $20Time: 11:30 a.m./1 p.m./2:30 p.m. & 4 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100

• May 4 - October 26 -- Cascades Farmers Market
  Market: Come enjoy local produce and goods at this open-air farmers market every Sunday at The Senior Center, 21060 Whitfield Place, Sterling
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 777.0426

• Tuesdays -- The Art of Wine Education Series
  Wine Eduation: Join CrossKeys Vineyards General Manager, Mark Parsons and guests to discover, taste and experience wine as art. Sessions are held on Tuesdays from 6:30 until 8 p.m. 1st series: $45/class or $150/4 classes 2nd series: $70/class or $250/4 classes. Please RSVP.
  Fee: $45-$70 per class, $150-$250 for seriesTime: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 234.0505

• Thursdays -- Terra Cotta Weekly Wine Tastings
  Wine Education: Each Thursday, we'll have a few bottles of wine open for you to taste. We'll also offer cheeses and even advice on pairing the wines with food items. Each week we will focus on a particular area of the world, or on a particular grape variety, or even on wines from a particular distributor. Terra Cotta, 3113 Valley Avenue, Winchester
  Fee: $5 Applied Toward Any PurchaseTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 723.8800

• Every Thursday -- Peninsula Fine Arts Center - Arts Cafe
  Exhibition, Reception: The public is invited to the Peninsula Fine Arts Center for an evening of chardonnay, coffee and conversation in the Arts Cafe, 101 Museum Drive, Newport News
  Fee: PFAC Members Free/Non-members $3Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (757) 596.8175

• Third Friday of the Month -- Firelight Fridays at Barren Ridge Vineyards
  Celebration, Live Music: Please join us in the beautiful Audrey Blackford Room for an evening of wine, music, and dancing. Featuring different entertainment each month and catering by South River Grill. Pre-ordered meals are available via our website. We hope to see you there! 984 Barren Ridge Road, Fishersville
  Fee: $10 includes glassTime: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 248.3300

• Every Friday Night -- Wine Tasting
  Wine Education: Join us for a wine class and tasting. We will taste grape by grape and country by country. You will know what you like and why you like it by the end! The Wine Cellar, 2017 Walmart Drive, Midlothian.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 378.0165

• Fridays & Saturdays -- Weekly Tastings at D'Vine Wines
  Wine Education: Sample different wines from around the world. 25 West Jubal Early Drive, Winchester
  Fee: FreeTime: Fri. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m./Sat. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 662.WINE

• May 12 - September 29 -- Music in the Park
  Live Music, Family Fun: Berryville Main Street offers a fun family event every Friday evening with "Music in the Park" in the Rose Hill Park in downtown Berryville. Bring a blanket and a picnic, or pizza, or dinner from any one of the wonderful restaurants in town to these free concerts featuring the musical talents of regional entertainers.
  Fee: FreeTime: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.4001

• Every Third Friday Night, June 19-September 18 -- Friday Nights Live! at Chateau Morrisette
  Live Music: Every Third Friday, we'll feature local musicians playing rock & roll and alternative music. Our grill will be open selling food, wine and beer. Bring your own seating! Rain or shine. Blue Ridge Parkway between mileposts 171 and 172, Floyd
  Fee: $8 per personTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 593.2865

• Every Friday Night -- Fireside Friday Night Buffet
  Dining: Enjoy a light selection of food in the Ballroom, then join us fireside in the D'Vine Lounge or New Orlean's style courtyard. Potomac Point Winery, 275 Decatur Road, Stafford
  Fee: $12.99 per personTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 446.2266

• May 12 - October 27 -- Reston Farmers Market
  Market: Every Saturday local farmers and producers set up shop at the Lake Anne Village Center in Reston for the weekly farmers market.
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 642.0128

• May - October -- Danville Community Market
  Market: The Danville Community Market offers an opportunity to explore the local produce and goods every Saturday. Come browse in our open air market! The Crossing, 629 Craghead Street, Danville.
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 797.8961

• Saturday-Sunday in September -- An Apple A Day-Open House
  Celebration: Enjoy the benefits of eating and sampling our many varieties of apples and taste Fruit of the Farm wine. Take your children to see the farm animals and picnic. Peaks of Otter Winery, 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 586.3707

• May 3 - November 29 -- Burke Centre Farmers Market
  Market: Come pick up fresh produce and goods every Saturday at the Burke Centre Farmers Market. VRE Parking Lot, 5671 Roberts Parkway, Burke
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 642.5173

• May - October -- Radford Farmers Market
  Market: Want to experience the wonders of local produce and goods? Come to the Radford Farmers Market every Saturday. Norwood Square, East Main Street, Downtown Radford.
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 731.3656

• May 5 - October 27 -- Leesburg Farmers Market
  Market: Every Saturday, come taste the delights of fresh produce and original local products. Every Saturday in the Parking Lot of the Virginia Village Shopping Center, Leesburg.
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 777.0426

• May 5 - October 27 -- Middleburg Farmers Market
  Market: Every Saturday stop by to taste some delights from local farmers and producers. Between 200-408 Stonewall Avenue (behind the Community Center), Middleburg.
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 777.0426

• June 2 - September 1 -- Music in the Park at Hungry Mother State Park
  Live Music: Every Saturday night, the park hosts a variety of local musicians at the gazebo. Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Boulevard, Marion, VA
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 933.7275

• Saturdays, June 6 - September 26 -- Summer Concert Series: Toast to the Tunes
  Live Music: Experience the delicious sensory harmony between lyrical lines and Tarara wines. Under a slice of starry Virginia sky, sip the finest Virginia wines while an eclectic mix of award-winning artists create a soundtrack for the season! No concert Aug 1 & Sept 19. Rain or Shine. Tarara Winery, 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg
  Fee: $10 Advance/$15 At the GateTime: 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100

• 2nd Mon. of month -- Fredericksburg Wine Society
  Wine dinner pairing. We are looking for a few more members to join our wine society. The menu is typically: Soup or salad two half appetizers two half entre's dessert Each paired with 2oz wine. We meet every 2nd Monday from Sept. to June at various restaurants in the Fredericksburg area. If interested please call the President: Frank R. Altro 540-429-2626
  Fee: Price varies from $38 to $45 all inclu.Time: Starts 6:30pm until 9:30pm Phone Number: 540-429-2626

• April 27 - September 28 -- TGIF Monthly Outdoor Concert
  Live Music: Come out and enjoy an evening of fun and music at Martinsville Uptown's Outdoor Concerts held in the Bridge Street parking lot. Food and drink available for purchase, also kid toys and lots of great music.
  Fee: $4 adults, children 12 and under freeTime: 7 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (276) 632.5688

• TBA -- 3rd Annual Sugarleaf Harvest Party
  Celebration: One of the most talked about events in town. Come in your comfortable clothes and bring your blanket and be prepared to taste great wine, make new friends, and relax on the estate. Fruit, cheese, olives and bread will be provided. 3613 Walnut Branch Lane, North Garden, VA
  Fee: $10Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 984.4272

• TBA -- Smith Mountain Lake Antique & Classic Boat Show
  Recreation: Our 18th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, promises to be a fun-filled opportunity to cruise the lake, display your boat, and chat with other antique boat enthusiasts. The shows venue, at The Pointe at Mariners Landing, offers one of the most scenic vistas on Smith Mountain Lake.
  Fee: FreeTime: Varies Phone Number: (540) 721.1888

• TBA -- Oktoberfest
  Celebration, Live Music: A celebration of German culture and food. A family event in a beer garden setting. Enjoy traditional band music and taste local microbrewery beers. Feast on brats, wursts, German potato salad and kraut, along with American hot dogs and hamburgers. Wintergreen Resort, Wintergreen, VA
  Fee: $20 includes 5 tastings/$5 Non-drinkers Time: 12 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 325.8292

• TBA -- 2nd Annual Festa Vino Di San Gennaro
  Festival: Presented by The San Gennaro Foundation of Virginia, join us for the wine festival with an Italian accent. Treat your taste buds to an array of the finest Italian and International wines, as well as local wine from Virginia wineries. All proceeds benefit the charities represented by San Gennaro. Reston Town Center, 11811 Freedom Drive, Reston
  Fee: $20 Advance/$25 On-site/$15 Designated Driver/Ages 12 and under FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 830.3976

• TBA -- Wine Fest at the Beach
  Festival, Wine Tasting: Wine Fest at the Beach features wineries from the United States, micro-brewed beers, Delmarva cuisine, quality arts and crafts, local & regional live music. No pets, picnic baskets, coolers or outside beverages. Inlet Park~Where the Boardwalk Begins, Ocean City, Maryland
  Fee: $23/$5 Under 21 (must be accompanied by adult)Time: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 626.2326

• TBA -- 3rd Annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
  Festival: Norfolk's Mid-Autumn Moon Festival commemorates one of the most celebrated of Chinese holidays, and is rich in Asian culture and tradition. Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA
  Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (757) 441.2345

• TBA -- 26th Annual Sandman Triathlon
  Recreation: The triathlon will be held at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The first wave of the event will start promptly at 8 a.m. This event is held in conjunction with the 2008 Neptune Festival.
  Fee: Free to view, runners pre-registerTime: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (757) 498.0215

• TBA -- 7th Annual Green Hill Medieval Faire
  Festival: Roanoke County's Green Hill Park will once again be the site for a spectacular reenactment of medieval times. This yearly event allows spectators and participants to experience adventure, pageantry, magic and romance. You can explore the village yourself as the past comes to life with historic figures, entertainment, eccentric characters, jousting, swordplay, music, handcrafted arts and crafts, vendors, merchants and hearty food and drink. Green Hill Park, 2501 Parkside Road, Salem, VA
  Fee: $5/Children under 5 FreeTime: 10a.m.-6p.m. Sat/10a.m.-5p.m. Sun Phone Number: (540) 387.6455

• TBA -- Wolf Trap Ball 2008
  Dining, Benefit: Join a prominent cross-section of Washingtonians and guests from many cities and nations to enjoy an evening of dining and dancing to celebrate the history and culture of the Islands of America. The Ball is one of the Foundation's largest fundraisers, and all proceeds benefit Wolf Trap's education programs. Filene Center at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna
  Fee: $400 and upTime: 7 p.m. Reception, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Dinner & Dancing Phone Number: (703) 255.4030

• TBA -- Herndon Labor Day Jazz & Wine Festival
  Festival, Live Music: The Labor Day Jazz & Wine Festival features an outstanding lineup of well-known regional and national jazz performers. Wine tasting from Virginia wineries offer a tasteful complement to the music filled day. Handmade items for sale and refreshments are available. The festival is held on the Town Green in historic downtown Herndon.
  Fee: $5-15Time: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 787.7300

• TBA -- 18th Annual KIWS Rotary Bay Seafood Festival
  Festival: The Kilmarnock-Irvington-Whitestone Rotary Club hosts this event as their major annual fund-raiser. Enjoy an abundance and great variety of different seafood from around the Chesapeake Bay. Children are not recommended. Bel Air Mansion Grounds, Belle Isle State Park, Route 3, Lancaster
  Fee: $50 Advance OnlyTime: Gates open at 4:30 p.m. & food service begins at 5 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 462.5030

• TBA -- 3rd Annual Harvest Wine Festival
  Festival: Join us, along with Cooper Vineyards and 2 other guest wineries to celebrate the fall harvest. Listen to live music, wine tasting, Wine 101 Seminars, tours, craft vendors and check out our food vendor, B & B Seafood (crab cakes, BBQ, or hot dogs). Picnics are always welcome at our events. Rain or Shine. No outside alcohol allowed. James River Cellars Winery in Hanover County, 11008 Washington Hwy, Glen Allen
  Fee: $12 Advance/$15 day of eventTime: 12 p.m.. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 550.7516

• TBA -- 28th Annual Olde Salem Days
  Festival, Live Music: Each year, the Salem Jaycees Inc. organize one of the largest arts & crafts festivals in Virginia. Antique car show, petting zoo & Kid's fair. Food and beverages available for purchase. Main Street, Downtown Salem, VA
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 772.8871

• TBA -- International Children's Festival
  Festival, Family Fun: An annual festival featuring international performers and fun for children of all ages! Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1635 Trap Road, Vienna
  Fee: $12 Adults/$10 Seniors & Children Ages 3-12 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 642.0862

• TBA -- Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
  Festival: Celebrating its 20th year, the 2008 Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival features wine by 27 wineries and 85 juried craft and food vendors. Held rain or shine. Free parking and shuttle service. No pets, coolers or refunds. Lake Watch Plantation, 14223 Booker T. Washington Hwy, Moneta
  Fee: $12-25Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m Phone Number: (800) 676.8203

• TBA -- 33rd Annual Virginia Wine Festival
  Festival: The Virginia Wine Festival, now in its 33rd year, is the oldest wine festival on the East Coast. Taste wine from 50 of Virginia's award-winning wineries, VWGA wine seminars, arts & crafts, kidsfest, gourmet food and fabulous music. Prince William County Fairgrounds, Manassas
  Fee: $20 Advance / $25 at the GateTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 877.3343

• TBA -- Rockbridge Wine Festival
  Festival, Live Music: This annual wine festival sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce is held on the grounds of Theater at Lime Kiln, a unique outdoor venue built into the ruins of a 19th century lime kiln and quarry. Come and sip wines from various Virginia wineries while enjoying live music and relaxing amid the beautiful surroundings. Lime Kiln Theater, Lexington
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 463.5375

• TBA -- Potomac Point Harvest Festival
  Celebration: Join us for our annual Harvest Festival. Enjoy live music, wine tastings, grape stomping, production tours, scare crow building, moon bounce and much more. 275 Decatur Road, Stafford
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 446.2266

• TBA -- 12th Annual Neptune Fall Wine Festival
  Festival, Live Music: Join your friends by the oceanfront for an afternoon hosted by Virginia's leading vineyards. Sip and savor chardonnays, merlots, rieslings and more while you meet and greet the fascinating people who are forging Virginia's new reputation for quality wines. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and the opportunity to purchase the wines you like and wine accessories from specialty vendors. Neptune's Park 31st Street.
  Fee: $25 In Advance/$30 at the GateTime: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (757) 498.0215

• TBA -- 13th Annual Great Grape Wine Festival
  Festival: Visit Tarara, home of the famous grape stomp competitions to celebrate harvest with us and enjoy wine, live bands, artisans and culinary delights, u-pick apples, wagon rides, Kid's Grape Escape, and more! Tarara Winery, 13648 Tarara Lane, Leesburg, VA
  Fee: $10 Advance, $15 at the gate/Children 6 and under Free Time: Sat 11a.m.-6 p.m. Sun 11a.m.- 5 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100