Meet the gourd art experts in the Virginia Lovers’ Gourd Society in this annual show & sale with a “people’s choice” gourd competition. Gourd artisans will be on site selling art and raw gourds for crafting. Learn about gourds and buy unique gifts for the holidays. Get craft-ready gourds to make your own gifts!

The Virginia Gourd Show takes place during the Alex Ross Marvelocity exhibit at MSV—come vote for the member challenge. Free admission to the show & sale. MSV admission fee applies to visit the gardens and galleries. Organized by the Virginia Lovers’ Gourd Society.

Virginia Lovers’ Gourd Society (VLGS) is the official Virginia chapter of the American Gourd Society and has organized the Virginia Gourd Show, Sale & Competition for fifteen years. Based in Stephens City, the VLGS is dedicated to educating the public about the benefits of gourd gardening, encouraging the use of gourds in arts and crafts, and supporting gourd agriculture.

​Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm