Apple Blossom Carnival

The Apple Blossom Carnival Powers Great American Midway is your ticket to fun and excitement for all ages. From thrill seeking rides to midway games, the Apple Blossom Carnival offers a variety of activities for the entire family. The “Pay One Price” is offered and can be purchased at the carnival site. Cash Only.

Powers Great American Midways is one of the most highly respected carnival companies in the industry. Since 1980 they have traveled exclusively on the east coast of the United States. They have successfully secured many impressive locations performing at major state fairs, county fairs, festivals, and other celebrations.

Powers Great American Midways takes great pride in it’s safety, cleanliness and the over all appearance of their rides, food concessions and games. Each employee is responsible for wearing a logo designed shirt and name tag which is obtained only after passing a drug test and background check. Drug tests are performed randomly throughout the season to maintain the strictest of standards. PGAM has a non-smoking policy for their employees on all of their midways. The show has been honored with the OABA “Circle of Excellence” award as well as the Pennsylvania Safety Award and a North Carolina Safety Award.

“Pay one Price” is $35/day
(excludes “The Air Ride”)
Single tickets are available
​Cash Only
There are no coupons this year

Fri, April 28, 2023 | 5:00-11:00 pm
Sat, April 29, 2023 | Noon-11:00 pm
Sun, April 30, 2023 | Noon-10:00 pm
Mon, May 1, 2023 | CLOSED
Tue, May 2, 2023 | 5:00-11:00 pm
Wed, May 3, 2023 | 5:00-11:00 pm
Thu, May 4, 2023 | 5:00-11:00 pm
Fri, May 5, 2023 | 5:00-11:00 pm
Sat, May 6, 2023 | Noon-11:00 pm
Sun, May 7, 2023 | Noon-7 pm

Ride tickets sold at the event.

Apple Blossom Festival: Old Town Winchester Artisan and Crafter Show

The 2-day family friendly Artisan and Crafter Show will be held in Old Town Winchester in conjunction with The Bloomin’ Wine Fest.

The events will be held at various locations on the downtown walking mall on Loudoun Street, but in close proximity. This show will have a variety of quality handmade items from the mid-Atlantic region. There will be a large selection of items such as wreaths, leather goods, jewelry, candles, handbags, and pet items. There will be an assortment of food vendors with tantalizing treats, as well as face painting and sand art for kids to enjoy.

Admission: FREE

Friday, April 28 | 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday, April 29 | 11:00am to 6:00pm

More information at: https://www.thebloom.com/events.html

Apple Blossom Festival: Bloomin’ Sunday

The event is an annual family fun extravaganza and includes an Artisan and Craft Show, Midway Games, Entertainment, Concessions, Classic Car/Jeep/Motorcycle Show (weather permitting), Kids’ Zone, and Live Music. Bring your whole family. We have something for everyone!

Entertaiment – The Robbie Limon Band 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Artisan and Craft Show
Join us for our 45th year for a “Festival Within a Festival.” Our show has been the cornerstone of this event since its inception. Artisans and crafters from all over the country have been carefully selected for the Artisan and Craft Show. Many unique and high-quality artisans will display their work.

New Horizons Kids’ Zone
Renaissance themed Kids’ Zone fun for the whole family with activities for everyone. Events include pony rides, petting zoo, puppet shows, apple pie eating contest, wildlife shows, magical acts, children’s talent show, bouncy house, blow up slides, Celtic dance performances, and games. Princes and Princesses will be able to meet the royalty of Ravenwood Faire!

Open Car and Motorcycle Show
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Stonewall District Ruritan Club Grounds
Members of the Hoppers Car Club will be on hand for registration from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Then the show will run until 3 p.m. at which time awards will be given out. The vehicles would be leaving after the awards. Get a close-up view of vintage cars and motorcycles.

PRICE
$10.00 Adult
$5.00 4-10 years old
​FREE Under 4 years old

​Please note: Pets are not allowed in Bloomin’ Sunday. You may bring one (1) unopened water bottle per person. No outside food; however, if a parent has an infant, snacks are allowed.

​CREDIT CARDS and CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THE ADMISSION GATE. RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS.

Event will take place at the Frederick County Fairgrounds and Stonewall District Ruritan Club Grounds, Clearbrook, Virginia.

Garden Fair – Mother’s Day Weekend

Join us for Blandy’s 33rd Annual Garden Fair, a premier event for area gardeners and naturalists! We’re back on the grounds of Blandy in 2023! Thousands flock from around the region to be the first to choose from our tremendous selection of native plants, annuals, perennials, herbs, trees, shrubs, garden tools, decor, and related items. You’d have to drive all over the Shenandoah Valley to enjoy the selection that’s available at Blandy’s Garden Fair!

Members-Only Preview Night: Friday, May 12, 5-7:30 p.m.

Foundation of the State Arboretum (FOSA) members enjoy early access to the vendors at Preview Night. This members-only event allows members first pick of the plants, music, refreshments, and free admission to the Garden Fair again on Saturday or Sunday! Pro Tip: you want to bring your own wagon!

Not a member of FOSA? No problem! Purchase your ticket to Preview Night and enjoy 20% off on your membership. Current FOSA members can renew for 20% off when they purchase their Preview Night tickets as well.

Saturday, May 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Garden Fair is one-stop shopping for your home and garden! Enjoy a quick lunch at one of our food vendors or sit back and enjoy the vibe on one of Blandy’s special benches!

Sunday, May 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Happy Mother’s Day! Can you think of a better way to enjoy a Sunday in May than at the Garden Fair? We can’t!

More information: https://blandy.virginia.edu/2023-garden-fair

Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival

We’re back and excited about the 2023 Hop Blossom Craft Beer Festival! This 10th annual event will be held June 10, 2023, in Old Town Winchester from 12pm-6pm focusing on craft beer education and exposing participants to the growing popularity and love for great craft beer.

This year we’ll feature 40+ breweries, local vendors, and so much more!

Tickets are on sale:
https://hopblossom.com/buy-tickets/

Garden Fest

Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Assocation’s annual Garden Fest at Belle Grove will be Saturday, June 1, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. with free admission and free parking.

It will include:

MASTER GARDENER Plant Sale
Hands-On Workshops,
Garden and Specialty Vendors,
Children’s Activities,
Second Hand Rose Rummage Sale,
Birdhouse Contest
Garden Tool Sharpening,
Touring of the Historic Belle Grove Manor House 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. ($5 for those 12 and older, 11 and younger free of charge)
Raffles, Food, And More . . .

More Information

Apple Blossom Festival: Grand Feature Parade

Since 1941 the Winchester Host Lions Club has coordinated the glofiber Grand Feature Parade through the historic streets in downtown Winchester. The Grand Feature Parade will step off at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday afternoon and will include five parade divisions. From start to finish the parade is nearly 4 hours long!

All tickets are reserved chairs on the ground level. There are handicap accessible seating on the Handley South side (on the Handley Campus). Handley North is in front of the Judges Stand.

The parade has special and equestrian units, floats, and marching bands. The glofiber Grand Feature Parade features bands like the Quantico Marine Band, Steelers Drumline, Community Bands and High School bands from the Mid-Atlantic Region. The route winds for 1.5 miles around the historic downtown area and passes by the iconic John Handley High School campus.

Check back for a lineup of units a week before the parade. The lineup is subject to change.

Band Awards Sponsored by Shenandoah University
Bands come from all over the region to compete for the top spot and cash prizes from the $30,000 prize pool! We have had several bands who come year after year to enjoy the “Springtime Extravaganza”
Firefighters Parade Competition
Grand Feature Parade Competition

Float Awards
There are Professional and Non-Professional floats who compete in Civic-Service, Business and Communities Participation categories.
1st Place Sweepstakes Award
2nd Place Lion’s Award
3rd Place Grand Marshal’s Award​

Tickets