Upcoming Annual Events

 

 

Hot Air Balloon Festival
August 16 & 17

Annual Warrenton Horse Show
Aug 28 - 31

Goldvein Jubilee at Monroe Park
September 13

Virginia Scottish Games & Festival
September 13 & 14

Fall Farm Tour
September 15

Middleburg Classic Horse Show
September 16 - 21, The Plains

Evening Under the Stars Gala
September 20

Leeds Applefest
September 20

Fauquier Heritage Day
September 27


 
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  2008 Calendar of Events August

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Please check the calendar often - events are continuously added.

 

   

August 1 | Friday
First Fridays in Old Town Warrenton

Main Street in Old Town Warrenton..... 6pm - 9pm
Enjoy a summer evening with friends, live entertainment, art, the farmer's market,
activities for the kids, and more. Shops will be open late. Dine at one of the fantastic
restaurants in Old Town, most offering outdoor dining.
Join us every first friday of the month from May - October.
Sponsored by the Partnership for Warrenton main street program.
For more information call (540) 349-8606 or e-mail: amy@partnershipforwarrenton.org.

 

   

August 1 | Friday
Luau Potluck at Rogers Ford Winery

Rogers Ford Farm Winery..... 7pm - 10pm
14674 Rogers Ford Road, Sumerduck
Join us for a Hawaiian theme potluck and extended hours on the deck.
Bring your friends, a dish to share, and relax. Good friends, good food, good wine.
For more information call (540) 439-3707, or visit www.rogersfordwine.com.

 

   

August 2 | Saturday
Sunset at the Vineyard

Fox Meadow Winery, Linden
..... 11am - 8pm
3310 Freezeland Road, Linden 22643
First Saturdays of every month, May thru September. We will stay open until 8pm
(weather permiting) to enjoy the sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains.
There will be live entertainment while the sun sets over the vineyard
illuminating the vines and the mountains to a brilliant shade of gold.
For more information call (540) 636-6777 or visit www.foxmeadowwinery.com.

 

    August 2 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

    August 9 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6pm; Match begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Pretty women, handsome gents, sumptuous tailgates and the romance
of an evening under the stars combine to form a great party! Warm summer
evenings, flickering fireflys, and the excitement of pounding hooves make the
night's fun unforgettable. Come to Great Meadow for Twilight Polo on Saturday
nights through September 13, 2008.
Cost: $20 per car, or $10 if you come alone; new this season...
the Polo Pony Express Meal Deal includes admission and meal for four for only $40.
For more information and reservations, call (540) 253-5001, or visit the website.

 

 

 

 

 

 
  August 13 | Wednesday
Horseback Ride - Marriott Ranch

Marriott Ranch, Hume..... Rides leave at 10am and return around 3pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Saddle up for a horseback adventure - for the experienced rider.
Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com.

 

   

August 15 | Friday
“TGISunsets” On The Winery Patio

Barrel Oak Winery..... 6pm - 9pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Vineyard walks and historic and beautiful sunset vistas featuring great wine
and people on our stone patio: More relaxation than you can shake a stick at! 
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

 

    August 16 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

   

August 16 | Saturday
Twilight in Tuscany

Three Fox Vineyards, Delaplane ..... 5 - 8pm
10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane
Relax and enjoy the late afternoon – early evening transition at our own
“Tuscany in Virginia” with spectacular views and a wonderful Summer venue!
Bring your blankets and enjoy a picnic by the vineyard!
For more information call (540) 364-6073 or visit www.threefoxvineyards.com.

 

   

August 16 | Saturday
Beach Winedinner at Pearmund Cellars

Pearmund Cellars, Broad Run..... 6:30pm - 10pm
6190 Georgetown Road, Broad Run
Wear evening beach togs (including light sweater) and relax at our "inland beach." 
Check our website for our tastes of the sea menu. Winemaker discussions will
include the art of pairing wine and seafood. Cost: $89 plus tax & tip
For more information call (540) 347-3475 or visit www.pearmundcellars.com.

 

   

August 16 & 17 | Saturday & Sunday
Hot Air Balloon Festival

The Flying Circus Airfield....... 6am - 6pm
Rt. 17 and Rt. 644 (Ritchie Road), Bealeton
In 2006, the 37th Annual Flying Circus Balloon Festival. Ballon activities will be held
both morning and afternoon with the World Famous Flying Circus Airshow being
presented each afternoon at 2:30. Take an air balloon ride, or just sit back and
enjoy the view.
For more information call (540) 439-8661 or visit the www.flyingcircusairshow.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

August 16 & 17 | Saturday & Sunday
Sweet Corn Festival at Cows-N-Corn

Cows-n-Corn Farm....... Saturday (10am - 4pm) and Sunday (1pm - 4pm)
5225 Catlett Road, Midland
Join the Leonard family at their working dairy farm for fresh, sweet corn!
Enjoy this 1,800 acre farm, have an ear of delicious, buttery sweet corn and
a
cone of creamy homemade ice cream while the kids visit the small animals
and expend some energy in the "Play Pasture".
Conveniently located off Route 28 - look for the giant 'ear of corn' silo.

For more information, call (540) 439-4806, or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.

 

  August 21 | Thursday
Horseback Ride - Marriott Ranch

Marriott Ranch, Hume..... Rides leave at 10am and return around 3pm
5305 Marriott Lane, Hume
Saddle up for a horseback adventure - for the experienced rider.
Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required.
For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574,
or visit www.marriottranch.com.

 

  August 23 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

   

August 28 - August 31 | Thursday thru Sunday
Annual Warrenton Horse Show

Horse Show Grounds.......
60 E. Shirley Avenue, Warrenton
One of the oldest hunter/jumper shows in the United States. The four-day events
involves horse & rider competitions in classes for hunters, jumpers, junior hunters,
ladies side saddle, Hunt teams, Hunt pairs and field hunters. Don't miss Hunt Day
on Sunday and the ever popular terrier races.

For more information call (540) 347-9442 or visit the website.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

August 29 thru November 2
Corn Maze at Cows-N-Corn Opens!

Cows-N-Corn..... Saturdays, 10am-9pm; Sundays, 12:30pm-7pm
5225 Catlett Road, Midland
Everyone loves a corn maze! Bring the kids out to explore this year's maze - a different
design every year. Enjoy hand-dipped ice cream, homemade cheeses, let the kids
play in the "Play Pasture", and more farm fun for the entire family! $
For more information call (540) 439-4806 or visit www.cows-n-corn.com.

 

 

August 29 - September 1 | Friday - Sunday
Barrel Oak Winery's "Endless Summer Party!"

Barrel Oak Winery..... 11am - 6pm
3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane
Wear your bathing suit and win a prize!  Art and entertainers.  This is a Special Tours
and Tastings Weekend: More fun than you can shake a surfboard at! 
For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the www.barreloak.com.

 

    August 30 | Saturday
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow

Great Meadow, The Plains..... Gates open at 6:30pm; First (of 2) matches begins 7pm
5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Great Meadow, host to the Virginia Gold Cup steeplechase races, is a world class
international polo field that has been described as one of the best playing surfaces
between New York and Aiken. Great Meadow Polo Club has over 75 playing members,
making it one of the largest in the region.
During the summer more than 20,000 fans - young professionals as well as families --
gather at Great Meadow with tailgates and picnics to watch the Twilight Polo program.
Two matches are held every Saturday night beginning at 7:00 P.M.(gates open at 6:30
P.M) until September 13, 2008 and many stay after the games to enjoy moonlight
dancing to the music of a DJ.
New in 2008: Enjoy the a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander
and Boss Hawg BBQ to be purchased on site. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering
fire cressets on our brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by.
Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual
For more information and reservations, call our event line at (540) 253-5001,
or visit our website: http://www.greatmeadow.org

 

   
       
 
           

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