The festival has always been family (and pet) friendly!
BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR OR BLANKET (please, no ice chests)
Gate admission includes Free Inflatables, Live Music, Apple Pie Eating Contest, Apple Pie Judging Contest, Artisans and Vendors, Canine Challenge Course, Samples, and Classic Car and Hot Rod Show.
CRAFTSMEN & VENDORS
Local and Regional Artisans and Vendors throughout the grounds and two (2) open-air buildings.
KIDZONE AREA with INFLATABLES…always popular, always fun!
An area just for the kids with a Giant Slide, Kids Castle and Obstacle Course. Susie The Clown doing balloon art for the kids on Saturday. Nearby handwashing station for use before and after play.
CANINE INTERACTIVE CHALLENGE COURSE…on Sunday.
Sponsored by Blue Ridge Dog Training Club. This course will engage the canine mind and provide exercise for all breeds, sizes and ages!
CLASSIC CAR & HOT ROD SHOW
Enjoy a great collection of antique vehicles and hot rods in a festive atmosphere, Saturday at 10:30am. Trophies, Hourly Prizes, 50/50 Drawing and nearby Music.
TAP & CORK (HARD CIDERS & CRAFT BEERS)
Must be 21 and over with ID required. Live entertainment nearby makes this a can’t miss attraction!
APPLE PIE EATING CONTEST HOSTED BY WHITE HOUSE/NATIONAL FRUIT
What would an apple harvest festival be without the popular apple pie eating contest? Center stage, Sunday!
APPLE PIE BAKING/JUDGING CONTEST…Saturday at Noon.
Anyone can enter! 1st prize is $100, 2nd prize $50. See details and how to enter at www.winchesterappleharvest.com.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Continuous entertainment featuring Mojo Mothership, Rob Talton, Paul Moschetto, Jimmy Lee, Cramer & Ivy, and others TBA…all family friendly.
FOOD CONCESSIONS
Plenty of EVERYTHING APPLE. Apple Pie, Apple Dumplings, Ice Cream, BBQ, Crab Cakes, Turkey Legs, Burgers, Ice Cream, Kettle Corn, Lemonade and all your festival favorites!
ADMISSION IS DISCOUNTED WITH $1.00 OFF COUPONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY
Visit the area HANDY MART stores for $1.00 off admission coupons! Admission includes all activities except adult beverages.
General admission: $10
Age 10 and under are FREE
MILITARY/VETERANS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT ARE FREE!
IT’S FOR A GREAT CAUSE
Giving back to the community just feels good. Be a part of some-thing big and contribute to this event by exhibiting and/or attending. All proceeds for the event go to local non-profits. Over $1.2 Million Dollars has been given over the life of this event…so thank you!