Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour
LOUDOUN county
Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour
Less than an hour from Washington, D.C.,
Loudoun County has preserved its rich
agricultural history. It’s a place where people
can travel winding dirt roads, past horse
farms, vineyards and beautiful estates. Twice
a year, the farmers of Loudoun invite you to
experience life on the farm. During this free,
self-guided tour on May 19 and 20, meet farm
animals, tour a winery, see how food gets
from farm to table and buy spring seedlings to
plant your own garden upon returning home.
LoCo Brewfest 2018
Experience Loudoun’s bustling craft beer
scene on June 2nd during the annual Brewfest
at Loudoun Station. Sample brews from
more than 20 breweries, each pouring one
sessionable beer and one of their choosing.
Enjoy live music and food as well as chat with
Loudoun brewers. Extend your visit and stop
at some of the 25 brewery tasting rooms on
the LoCo Ale Trail.
Western Loudoun
Artists Studio Tour
On June 2nd and 3rd get a behind-the-scenes
look at the life of an artist as the Artists Studio
Tour celebrates its 13th anniversary. Explore
art galleries and working studios, strike up
a conversation with one of 60-plus artists,
purchase something for your home and watch
live art demonstrations while visiting one of
the dozens of stops on this free tour.
Upperville Colt & Horse Show
Founded in 1853, The Upperville Colt & Horse
Show is the oldest horse show in America.
During the week of June 4th through the
10th, the nation’s top ranking hunters and
jumpers will compete alongside the local
ponies, sidesaddle ladies and racing Jack
Russell Terriers. Enjoy various races, children’s
activities, pony rides, exhibits and be
immersed in Loudoun’s rich equestrian scene.
Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour
Purcellville Wine & Food Festival
There’s a reason Loudoun is known as D.C.’s
Wine Country. With 40 wineries, beautiful
vineyards and a variety of tasting rooms,
there are varietals and experiences to satisfy
any visitor’s palate. On July 21, experience
some of Loudoun’s top wineries at this annual
festival in the town of Purcellville. Chat with
winemakers, sample surprising blends and
savor local cuisine. Make a weekend of it by
staying at a local Bed & Breakfast.
July 4th
Celebrate America’s Birthday in one of
Loudoun’s historic towns. Both the towns of
Leesburg and Middleburg feature parades,
fireworks and a chance to stroll brick-lined
streets filled with boutiques and locally owned
restaurants. After, check into one of Loudoun’s
two resorts — Lansdowne Resort & Spa
or Salamander Resort & Spa — which both
feature their own array of holiday festivities.
Purcellville Wine & Food Festival
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