Weekend in Virginia: Highlights by Region
🏛️ DMV / DC-Area
🎄 Northern Virginia Christmas Market — Nov 7–9, 2025 • Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, Kick off the holiday season with handmade gifts, cozy scents, and over 250 crafters filling the expo hall with cheer. 🎁✨ A merry start to November shopping season!
🎨 The Superfair (D.C.) — Nov 7–9, 2025 • Gallery Space at Gallery Place, Washington, DC. A curated art fair showcasing contemporary artists and one-of-a-kind works for your home and your soul.
🧑🤝🧑 Circle of Support Conference — Sat, Nov 8, 2025 • 9:00 AM–5:00 PM • Hylton High School, Prince William, VA. A family-friendly event for children with special needs and the professionals who support them — workshops, resources, and community connection.
🌌 Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights — Begins Fri, Nov 7, 2025 and runs nightly through Jan 4, 2026 • Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna, VA. A dazzling seasonal drive-and-walk light display, perfect for family outings under the stars.
🚂 Fredericksburg / Central VA
🧒 Rappahannock Writers’ Conference 2025: Friday Night Workshops — Fri, Nov 7, 2025 • 6:00 PM at 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA. Aspiring authors and storytellers gather for an evening of insight, creativity, and connection. ✍️📚 Perfect for anyone ready to polish their craft and meet fellow Virginia writers.
🔫 Fredericksburg Gun Show — Sat, Nov 8 • 9:00 AM – Sun, Nov 9 • 4:00 PM at Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Avenue. A staple regional showcase featuring outdoor gear, hunting supplies, collectibles, and community vendors. 🎯💼 A weekend tradition for enthusiasts and local businesses alike.
🥕 Spotsy Farmers Market – Gordon Road Commuter Lot — Sat, Nov 8, 2025 • 8:00 AM–1:00 PM • 12150 Gordon Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 - A fresh-air morning at the market where local farms and artisan makers gather — perfect for breakfast treats, produce, and a community stroll before the weekend kicks off. 🥖🌿
🎨 Richmond
🌱 Volunteer in the Eco-Corridor — Fri, Nov 7 • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM • University of Richmond Campus, Richmond. Lend a hand planting, removing invasives, and helping restore the city’s green heart.
🎶 DJs & Spirits Music Festival — Sat, Nov 8 • 2:00 PM–9:00 PM • Kanawha Plaza, Richmond. House, R&B and old-school DJs bring the beats, paired with craft spirits and styling themes for one unforgettable night.
🎨 Bazaar at The Bar — Sat, Nov 8 • 12:00 PM–4:00 PM • The Camel, Richmond. Free vendor market featuring live painting, local makers, music and a laid-back vibe for early holiday shopping.
🏙️ Richmond Night Market – November Edition — Sat, Nov 8 • 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM • 17th Street Market, Richmond - Live music, local makers and food vendors transform downtown into a festive open-air marketplace. 🎶🛍️
🍃 RVA Big Market — Sat, Nov 8 • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Bryan Park, Richmond (4308 Hermitage Rd) - Start your Saturday with local eats, artisan goods and community vibe at Richmond’s seasonal pop-up market. 🌿🥐
🌊 Hampton Roads / Coastal VA
🛍️ Bodacious Bazaar Fall Show — Nov 8–10, 2025 • Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton, Shop 300+ vendors for unique gifts, gourmet snacks, and handmade treasures — all while supporting local nonprofits. 🛒🎁 Think of it as Hampton Roads’ official kickoff to holiday shopping.
🚙 Virginia Beach Jeep Fest — Nov 7–9, 2025 • Virginia Beach Oceanfront - Buckle up for three days of beach-side fun, live music, off-road showdowns, and community rides. 🏖️🔥 Jeep lovers from across the region roll in for sun, sand, and serious 4x4 pride.
🧔 🥃 🎵 Annual Virginia Bourbon Invitational — Sat, Nov 8, 2025 • Afternoon • Cavalier Hotel, Virginia Beach - Elevate your Saturday with a curated tasting of Virginia’s finest bourbons and spirits, paired with live music and gourmet bites.
🏔️ Shenandoah Valley
🍎 Virginia Cider Week Celebration — Nov 8–16, 2025 • Multiple Locations Across the Valley, Raise a glass to Virginia’s apple heritage! 🍏 From Staunton to Winchester, cideries host tastings, orchard picnics, and fall-flavored pairings throughout the week.
🧶 Virginia Gourd Show & Sale — Nov 8–9, 2025 • 10 AM–5 PM • Museum of the Shenandoah Valley (901 Amherst St., Staunton, VA). A free show featuring gourd-art competition, artisans selling unique hand-crafted gourds, and meet-the-artists opportunities.
🛍️ Fall Arts & Crafts Show — Nov 8–9, 2025 • at Augusta Expo (Fishersville, VA). Local artists, artisans, live demos, and shopping — great for supporting Valley makers.
🇺🇸 Veterans Parade – Harrisonburg — Nov 9, 2025 • Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA. A community parade to honor veterans, open to families and attendees of all ages.
✨ Virginia is fully in motion this weekend — from the buzzing creativity of D.C.’s 🎨 Superfair and the twinkling trails of 🌌 Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights to the warm storytelling at Fredericksburg’s 🧒 Writers’ Conference and the aroma of fall markets across Spotsy and Richmond. 🎶 Kanawha Plaza will pulse with DJ beats while Hampton transforms into a shopper’s paradise at the 🛍️ Bodacious Bazaar and Jeep lovers rev up along the coast. 🚙 Down in the Valley, cider glasses clink through 🍎 Virginia Cider Week as artisans fill Fishersville and Staunton with handmade charm. Wherever you wander — from boardwalk lights to Blue Ridge nights — Virginia’s weekend is alive with color, culture, and community. 🌄💫
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