The Official Virginia State Peach Festival Is An Unmissable Summer Event

It doesn’t get much sweeter than summer in Virginia, especially where peaches are concerned.

If you agree, then you’ll want to mark your calendar for the official Virginia State Peach Festival in Stuart County on Friday, August 16th, 2019. This family-friendly event has been a staple of the region since it began in 1988. This year, visitors can look forward to sampling all sorts of delicious Virginia-grown peach products, touring orchards, hearing live music, and many more festivities. Plus, the surrounding landscape of the Blue Ridge Mountains just makes everything that much more delightful. Here’s more on the charming peach festival in Virginia that promises to be the sweetest thing you’ll do this summer.

Looking for a delightful festival that your whole family will love? Head to Stuart, Virginia for the annual peach festival and prepare to be amazed.

The peach festival is a tradition that has stood the test of time. Now in its 31st year, the festival originally started as a way to promote Patrick County's peach harvest.

Attend this year's festival, and you'll learn all about the peach harvest while also browsing all sorts of peach merchandise, delicious food products to sample (peach ice cream, anyone?!), and activities to entertain all ages.

While most of the festival is dedicated to peaches, you can look forward to shopping for other locally-grown products such as soaps, clothing, crafts, candles, gifts, and much more.

Don't forget your appetite! There will be plenty of regional produce and foods to try out. There will also be vendors selling barbecue to keep you fueled all day long.

So whether you're a die-hard peach fan or simply looking for an amazing community event to experience right here in Virginia this summer, you'll be glad you stopped by this beloved festival.

There’s no admission fee for the Peach Festival; however, there’s a parking fee of $5 per vehicle. The festival will take place at Wayside Park in Patrick County, Virginia. You can stay up-to-date on the scheduled events for the peach festival by visiting the official Patrick County Chamber of Commerce website. Have you attended this festival before? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience there!

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