Virginia Events

No matter the season, you’ll find a plethora of events to see and do in Virginia’s iconic wine country. Virginia’s wine country spans the grape-growing foothills from Lynchburg to Leesburg with Charlottesville and Middleburg between and on the Shenandoah Valley side of the Blue Ridge foothills too. From exclusive wine tastings, craft brew festivals, steeplechase races, vineyard events and cooking classes to home & garden tours, theatre performances, art exhibits, concerts and more, you can use this curated selection as inspiration for planning a day trip or a romantic stay at a resort inn or a charming bed & breakfast. If you are wondering what to do on a weekend in Charlottesville or how to plan a visit to Middleburg Virginia, Wine & Country Life can help you find the best wineries, wines, restaurants, events and luxurious places to stay in Virginia’s beautiful wine country.

 

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🍖 🥪 Nothing gets the party started like salty, Virginia country ham sandwiched between a fluffy, buttery biscuit. And with tailgating season in full swing, we're hungry for this delicious Southern classic. . Find the recipe for Virginia Ham Biscuits along with tips on how to make the best biscuits, drink pairings, three delicious dip recipes and so much more in our latest online article: https://wineandcountrylife.com/virginia-ham-biscuit-recipe/ . Featuring incredible Virginia Ham makers and producers: BBQ Exchange @bbqexchange Paradox Pastry @paradoxpastry JM Stock Provisions - Charlottesville @stockprovisions Calhoun's Ham House and Country Deli Edwards Virginia Smokehouse @edwardsvirginiasmokehouse Kite's Hams . 📷 @bbqexchange . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #vawinecountry #visitcharlottesville #virginiarecipe #hambiscuits #virginiaham #paradoxpastry #bbqexchange #jmstockprovisions #kitesham #calhounscountryham #edwardsvirginiasmokehouse
🍖 🥪 Nothing gets the party started like salty, Virginia country ham sandwiched between a fluffy, buttery biscuit. And with tailgating season in full swing, we're hungry for this delicious Southern classic. . Find the recipe for Virginia Ham Biscuits along with tips on how to make the best biscuits, drink pairings, three delicious dip recipes and so much more in our latest online article: https://wineandcountrylife.com/virginia-ham-biscuit-recipe/ . Featuring incredible Virginia Ham makers and producers: BBQ Exchange @bbqexchange Paradox Pastry @paradoxpastry JM Stock Provisions - Charlottesville @stockprovisions Calhoun's Ham House and Country Deli Edwards Virginia Smokehouse @edwardsvirginiasmokehouse Kite's Hams . 📷 @bbqexchange . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #vawinecountry #visitcharlottesville #virginiarecipe #hambiscuits #virginiaham #paradoxpastry #bbqexchange #jmstockprovisions #kitesham #calhounscountryham #edwardsvirginiasmokehouse
Designers from around the world have gathered at High Point Market in North Carolina to see the best of the best in home decor and we're so honored that our friend and partner Helen Storey Antiques has included Wine & Country Life in her display! Cheers to a successful market Helen and thank you for taking us along for the beautiful ride! Follow @helenstoreyantiques for inspiring and unique French Provincial, Swedish, US Southern and more decor inspiration! . 📷 by helenstoreyantiques . Antique & Design Center Market Square | Suite 26 . : . . #Highpointmarket #marketsquare @highpointmarket #antiqueanddesigncenterofhighpoint #antiqueanddesigncenter #frenchfurniture #swedishfurniture #antiquetextiles
Designers from around the world have gathered at High Point Market in North Carolina to see the best of the best in home decor and we're so honored that our friend and partner Helen Storey Antiques has included Wine & Country Life in her display! Cheers to a successful market Helen and thank you for taking us along for the beautiful ride! Follow @helenstoreyantiques for inspiring and unique French Provincial, Swedish, US Southern and more decor inspiration! . 📷 by helenstoreyantiques . Antique & Design Center Market Square | Suite 26 . : . . #Highpointmarket #marketsquare @highpointmarket #antiqueanddesigncenterofhighpoint #antiqueanddesigncenter #frenchfurniture #swedishfurniture #antiquetextiles
🍂 🍁 The weather is cooling and we are definitely ready to start planning our next fun fall activity. Fall in Virginia is the best time of the year to take in all of the beautiful sights, events and experiences of the season! . Discover 6 Fall Outing Ideas in Virginia in our online article and make plans to go on your next autumnal adventure: https://wineandcountrylife.com/6-fall-outing-ideas-in-virginia/ . . #fall #outdoorvirginia #ilovevirginia #drinklocal #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #lifeandstyle #vabrewery #vamarket #vavineyard #applepicking #love #falloutings #travel #visitva #falladventure #fallfoliage #visitvirginia #fallviews #fall #autumn #nature #fallvibes #autumnvibes #pumpkin #leaves #fallcolors #pumpkins
🍂 🍁 The weather is cooling and we are definitely ready to start planning our next fun fall activity. Fall in Virginia is the best time of the year to take in all of the beautiful sights, events and experiences of the season! . Discover 6 Fall Outing Ideas in Virginia in our online article and make plans to go on your next autumnal adventure: https://wineandcountrylife.com/6-fall-outing-ideas-in-virginia/ . . #fall #outdoorvirginia #ilovevirginia #drinklocal #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #lifeandstyle #vabrewery #vamarket #vavineyard #applepicking #love #falloutings #travel #visitva #falladventure #fallfoliage #visitvirginia #fallviews #fall #autumn #nature #fallvibes #autumnvibes #pumpkin #leaves #fallcolors #pumpkins
🍷 Special shoutout to the Virginia wineries featured at last weekends 2021 Southern Foodways Alliance (SWA) @southfoodways Symposium! The mission of the SWA is to document, study and explore the diverse food cultures of the changing American South, and this year, the event focused on Environments and Transformations. . Symposium Sommelier Andy Chabot @andychabot of Blackberry Farm @BlackberryFarm highlighted and poured some incredible Virginia wines from Thibaut-Janisson Winery @tjwinery, Linden Vineyards @lindenvineyards, Barboursville Vineyards @barboursville, Ankida Ridge Vineyards @ankidaridge, Early Mountain Vineyards @earlymountain and Joy Ting Wine @joytingwine. Congratulations to our Virginia wineries! ・・・ #Repost @vawinelady with @get.repost ・・・ . . @vawine #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #sfaoxf #virginiawinery #vawine
🍷 Special shoutout to the Virginia wineries featured at last weekends 2021 Southern Foodways Alliance (SWA) @southfoodways Symposium! The mission of the SWA is to document, study and explore the diverse food cultures of the changing American South, and this year, the event focused on Environments and Transformations. . Symposium Sommelier Andy Chabot @andychabot of Blackberry Farm @BlackberryFarm highlighted and poured some incredible Virginia wines from Thibaut-Janisson Winery @tjwinery, Linden Vineyards @lindenvineyards, Barboursville Vineyards @barboursville, Ankida Ridge Vineyards @ankidaridge, Early Mountain Vineyards @earlymountain and Joy Ting Wine @joytingwine. Congratulations to our Virginia wineries! ・・・ #Repost @vawinelady with @get.repost ・・・ . . @vawine #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #sfaoxf #virginiawinery #vawine
🍇🍷 This Virginia Wine Month, we're taking a moment to learn more about the winemaking process and appreciate how our favorite wines are produced. Wine From Grape to Grass is an essential guidebook for anyone who wants to gain a greater appreciation for their drink through understanding the significance of its origins. . All the mystery of the vineyard is explained from the grape harvest to the aging and fermentation process, and you can find it online at the Wine & Country Shop: https://wineandcountryshop.com/collections/books/products/wine-from-grape-to-glass . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia#vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #exploreva #shopcville #shoplocal #boutique #shop #charlottesville #wineandcountryshop #ilovevirginia #virginiashop #locallymade #ivyvirginia #vawine #virginiawine #virginiawinemonth #wine
🍇🍷 This Virginia Wine Month, we're taking a moment to learn more about the winemaking process and appreciate how our favorite wines are produced. Wine From Grape to Grass is an essential guidebook for anyone who wants to gain a greater appreciation for their drink through understanding the significance of its origins. . All the mystery of the vineyard is explained from the grape harvest to the aging and fermentation process, and you can find it online at the Wine & Country Shop: https://wineandcountryshop.com/collections/books/products/wine-from-grape-to-glass . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia#vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #exploreva #shopcville #shoplocal #boutique #shop #charlottesville #wineandcountryshop #ilovevirginia #virginiashop #locallymade #ivyvirginia #vawine #virginiawine #virginiawinemonth #wine
🍩 🍪 🍰 Looking for easy dessert ideas that are popular, portable and most of all, the perfect final course to accompany a festive field-side tailgate? Look no further! As tailgate contest judges, frequent horse race attendees and experienced bakers ourselves, we know a thing or two about tailgate desserts! . Click the link to read our favorite Dessert Ideas for a Steeplechase Tailgate and start creating you spectacular steeplechase spread: https://wineandcountrylife.com/dessert-ideas-for-a-steeplechase-tailgate/ . . @montpelierraces @virginiagoldcup @greatmeadow #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #novahorse #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorseracing #steeplechase #horseracing #equestrian #equine #equestrianfashion #equestrianstyle #vahorsecountry #horsecountry #foxfield #montpelierraces #vagoldcup #tailgate #desserts #tailgatedesserts #dessertideas
🍩 🍪 🍰 Looking for easy dessert ideas that are popular, portable and most of all, the perfect final course to accompany a festive field-side tailgate? Look no further! As tailgate contest judges, frequent horse race attendees and experienced bakers ourselves, we know a thing or two about tailgate desserts! . Click the link to read our favorite Dessert Ideas for a Steeplechase Tailgate and start creating you spectacular steeplechase spread: https://wineandcountrylife.com/dessert-ideas-for-a-steeplechase-tailgate/ . . @montpelierraces @virginiagoldcup @greatmeadow #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #novahorse #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorseracing #steeplechase #horseracing #equestrian #equine #equestrianfashion #equestrianstyle #vahorsecountry #horsecountry #foxfield #montpelierraces #vagoldcup #tailgate #desserts #tailgatedesserts #dessertideas
🍾 Looking for the perfect accessory to your favorite Virginia wine? Look no further! The oak embellishments on this forest wine coaster are perfect for fall entertaining and create the perfect cozy mood we all look forward to this season! . Head to the Wine & Country Shop online or in store to add this beautiful piece to your wine decor: https://wineandcountryshop.com/products/forest-wine-coaster . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #charlottesvillewine #wineandcountryshop #winecoaster #winegifts #nationalwinemonth #virginiawine
🍾 Looking for the perfect accessory to your favorite Virginia wine? Look no further! The oak embellishments on this forest wine coaster are perfect for fall entertaining and create the perfect cozy mood we all look forward to this season! . Head to the Wine & Country Shop online or in store to add this beautiful piece to your wine decor: https://wineandcountryshop.com/products/forest-wine-coaster . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #charlottesvillewine #wineandcountryshop #winecoaster #winegifts #nationalwinemonth #virginiawine
🏇🏻 Fall horse race season continues with the Montpelier Hunt Races on Saturday November, 6th! We've compiled everything you need to know about the races including where to park, what to do and what to expect at this year's event into one glorious guide: https://wineandcountrylife.com/the-montpelier-hunt-races-are-coming/ . Be sure to visit the Wine & Country Life website for expert tips and advice from professional event planners and lifelong equestrians to prepare for the races! . Need help finding what to wear to the steeplechase? Stop by Chloe's of Middleburg @chloesofmiddleburg, a specialty boutique located in the heart of Virginia's Hunt Country for incredible fashion, accessories and so much more! . . @montpelierraces @jmmontpelier #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #novahorse #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorseracing #steeplechase #horseracing #equestrian #equine #equestrianfashion #equestrianstyle #vahorsecountry #horsecountry #montpelierhuntraces #montpelier #montpelierraces #tailgate
🏇🏻 Fall horse race season continues with the Montpelier Hunt Races on Saturday November, 6th! We've compiled everything you need to know about the races including where to park, what to do and what to expect at this year's event into one glorious guide: https://wineandcountrylife.com/the-montpelier-hunt-races-are-coming/ . Be sure to visit the Wine & Country Life website for expert tips and advice from professional event planners and lifelong equestrians to prepare for the races! . Need help finding what to wear to the steeplechase? Stop by Chloe's of Middleburg @chloesofmiddleburg, a specialty boutique located in the heart of Virginia's Hunt Country for incredible fashion, accessories and so much more! . . @montpelierraces @jmmontpelier #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #novahorse #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorseracing #steeplechase #horseracing #equestrian #equine #equestrianfashion #equestrianstyle #vahorsecountry #horsecountry #montpelierhuntraces #montpelier #montpelierraces #tailgate
🥖 🧀 🍇 The weekend is here and we're bringing you some easy dish ideas to bring to your next tailgate, equestrian event or even when you're in a pinch and expecting company! . Click the link for crowd-pleasing recipe ideas that are beautiful, delicious and won't have you spending too much time in the kitchen: https://wineandcountrylife.com/easy-tailgate-dish-ideas/ . We've also included wine pairing suggestions from wine expert Richard Leahy to accompany your spectacular spread! . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #tailgate #tailgatefood #easyrecipe #richardleahy #winepairing
🥖 🧀 🍇 The weekend is here and we're bringing you some easy dish ideas to bring to your next tailgate, equestrian event or even when you're in a pinch and expecting company! . Click the link for crowd-pleasing recipe ideas that are beautiful, delicious and won't have you spending too much time in the kitchen: https://wineandcountrylife.com/easy-tailgate-dish-ideas/ . We've also included wine pairing suggestions from wine expert Richard Leahy to accompany your spectacular spread! . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #tailgate #tailgatefood #easyrecipe #richardleahy #winepairing
🍷 It's Virginia Wine Month, and we're raising a toast to our region and celebrating Harvest Party on October 16th. All across the Commonwealth, Virginians take a moment to gather at a local vineyard, restaurant or even set up a backyard picnic full of delicious Virginia-made goodies and raise a glass to the Virginia bounty. . What do you love most about our state? Are there any state-made specialties that you're planning on enjoying this weekend? Let us know in the comments! . Visit our Events Calendar for Harvest Party celebrations happening all month long: https://wineandcountrylife.com/events-calendar/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #virginiawine #harvestparty #harvestpartyva #harvest #vawinemonth @vawine
🍷 It's Virginia Wine Month, and we're raising a toast to our region and celebrating Harvest Party on October 16th. All across the Commonwealth, Virginians take a moment to gather at a local vineyard, restaurant or even set up a backyard picnic full of delicious Virginia-made goodies and raise a glass to the Virginia bounty. . What do you love most about our state? Are there any state-made specialties that you're planning on enjoying this weekend? Let us know in the comments! . Visit our Events Calendar for Harvest Party celebrations happening all month long: https://wineandcountrylife.com/events-calendar/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #livelocal #visitva #vawinecountry #livelovelocal #readlocal #visitcharlottesville #loveva #virginiaisforlovers #exploreva #virginiawine #harvestparty #harvestpartyva #harvest #vawinemonth @vawine