79th Waterford Fair, An Autumn Celebration of Americana - Eventeny
79th Waterford Fair, An Autumn Celebration of Americana
Starts on Friday, October 6th, 2023
Waterford, Virginia, United States
About the event
Come shop, play, tour and make memories during this 79-year-old tradition -- the Waterford Foundation's "Waterford Fair"! The Fair is the mid-Atlantic's quintessential fall festival with demonstrating fine heritage & contemporary craft artisans, living historians, a juried art show, historic properties tour, local libations, Waterford Craft School talks & workshops, and entertainment for all ages. Located in the National Historic Landmark of Waterford (f. 1733), this unique village is situated in Western Loudoun County, Virginia. Noted as "DC's Wine Country", we are only 50 minutes from the District of Columbia. Tickets go on sale in August. Children (12 & under) & Foundation members FREE! Ticket types: VIP, Early Bird (Fri only), youth, single day, military, 3-day passes and seniors (over 65). Event proceeds support the preservation and education efforts of the Waterford Foundation, a 501(c)(3). Join the Waterford Foundation at waterfordfoundation.org. Day/time: 10/6, 10a-5p (9 am early bird shopping Demonstrating Artisans only) 10/7 10a-5p, & 10/8, 10a-5p
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Oct 06, 2023 · 10:00 AM - Oct 08, 2023 · 5:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Parking instructions
Parking locations can be found on the Fair map. A detailed map will be posted when tickets go on sale in August.
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Any protocols will be posted as we get closer to October.
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Tickets
Price: $0.00-95.00
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Single Day - ADULT 2023
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$25.00
+ Processing fees: $1.90
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now -- Choose Your Day Fair Weekend! This ticket allows full access to tour open historic properties, gardens and exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Please note: many homes in the Landmark are privately owned. Signs and docents will direct you to open properties. Please stay on the sidewalks and streets and refrain from cutting through yards and entering private properties. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event open date. Tickets at the gate $25 per adult. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
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Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY 2023
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$20.00
+ Processing fees: $1.58
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now -- Choose Your Day Fair Weekend! This ticket allows full access to tour open historic properties, gardens and exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Please note: many homes in the Landmark are privately owned. Signs and docents will direct you to open properties. Please stay on the sidewalks and streets and refrain from cutting through yards and entering private properties. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event open date. Tickets at the gate $25 per adult and $20 for Military or Seniors. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
3-Day Ticket | Save over 27% off gate price! cover picture
3-Day Ticket | Save over 27% off gate price!
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$65.00
+ Processing fees: $4.40
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
This ticket allows full access to tour open historic properties, gardens and exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Please note: many homes in the Landmark are privately owned. Signs and docents will direct you to open properties. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of their intentions before the event. 3-Day Pass at the gate is $65 per person. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
Single Day - STUDENT 2023 (ages 13-21) cover picture
Single Day - STUDENT 2023 (ages 13-21)
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$20.00
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now -- Choose Your Day Fair Weekend! The STUDENT ticket is good for ages 13-21. This ticket allows full access to tour open historic properties, gardens and exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Please note: many homes in the Landmark are privately owned. Signs and docents will direct you to open properties. Please stay on the sidewalks and streets and refrain from cutting through yards and entering private properties. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event open date. Tickets at the gate $25 per adult and $20 for Students. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
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Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)
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$0.00
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now -- Choose Your Day Fair Weekend! This FREE children's ticket allows full access to tour open historic properties, gardens and exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Child must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. Food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Please note: many homes in the Landmark are privately owned. Signs and docents will direct you to open properties. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event. The Fair is a rain or shine event.
Sunday TENT TALK (1 pm): Echoes of Change: Loudoun's Then and Now Photography cover picture
Sunday TENT TALK (1 pm): Echoes of Change: Loudoun's Then and Now Photography
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 08, 2023 1:00 pm - Oct 08, 2023 1:30 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 12:55 pm EDT
Description
Join Loudoun Museum historian Sara Wolfley for her TALk: Echoes of Change - Exploring Loudoun County's Evolution with Then and Now Photography. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry)
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$45.00
+ Tax: $2.70, Processing fees: $3.32
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 10:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 20th, 2023 at 5:00 pm EDT
Description
This ticket allows early access on Friday, 10/6/23, to: ~the Demonstrating Artisan areas ~ the Old Mill Shop ~ the Holly Chapple Floral Design Challenge (Holly will walk the three Second Street gardens, harvesting flowers & greens as she goes, and then return to the Ephraim Schooley House garden to complete her arrangement. Gardens include the Charles Merchant House, the Ephraim Schooley House and Mahlon Schooley House. History docents and master gardeners will also be available to discuss these historic gardens.) ...and includes a preferred parking pass. Your ticket also includes, starting at 10 am, the Dried Flower Barn, Art at the Red Barn, Tour of Historic Homes, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Additional food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event. Hope Farm is offering a 15% off wine, gifts, and flowers for all Waterford Fair guests that show their lanyard ticket upon arrival to the farm on Fair weekend, Oct. 6-8, 2023. This ticket is advance sale only, is non refundable and can not be purchased at the gate. Ticket sales ends at 5 pm on September 20, 2023. The Fair is a rain or shine event.
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VIP Ticket (9am entry Friday, 10am entry Sat/Sun)
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$95.00
+ Tax: $5.70, Processing fees: $6.64
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 9:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
August 25th, 2023 at 5:00 pm EDT
Description
This ticket allows early access on Friday, 10/6/23, to: ~the Demonstrating Artisan areas ~ the Old Mill Shop ~ the Holly Chapple Floral Design Challenge (Holly will walk the three Second Street gardens, harvesting flowers & greens as she goes, and then return to the Ephraim Schooley House garden to complete her arrangement. Gardens include the Charles Merchant House, the Ephraim Schooley House and Mahlon Schooley House. History docents and master gardeners will also be available to discuss these historic gardens.) And includes: ~ Lunch on the patio at the Braden House (11:30 am seating) ~ One free wine tasting or 1 glass of beer with keepsake Fair glass at the Talbott’s Tavern at the Old School. ~ A preferred parking pass. ~ Free Fair re-entry on Saturday & Sunday. Your ticket also includes, starting at 10 am, the Dried Flower Barn, Art at the Red Barn, Tour of Historic Homes, all entertainment and re-enactments, craft demonstrations, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages! Additional food, drink, classes and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. By entering the Fair premises, you consent to being filmed and/or photographed for promotional purposes. Any person desiring not to have their photo/video taken or distributed must contact oldschool@waterfordfoundation.org in writing of his/her/their intentions before the event. This ticket is advance sale only, is non refundable and can not be purchased at the gate. Ticket sales ends at 5 pm on September 20, 2023. The Fair is a rain or shine event.
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Saturday TENT TALK (11 am): A Brief History of Waterford
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 07, 2023 11:00 am - Oct 07, 2023 11:30 am EDT
Sale end date
October 07th, 2023 at 10:55 am EDT
Description
Join local resident and Waterford Foundation President Susan Manch for her TALK: A Brief History of Waterford. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Saturday TENT TALK (1 pm): Loudoun's African-Americans who Fought for Freedom in the Civil War cover picture
Saturday TENT TALK (1 pm): Loudoun's African-Americans who Fought for Freedom in the Civil War
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 07, 2023 1:00 pm - Oct 07, 2023 1:30 pm EDT
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October 07th, 2023 at 11:00 am EDT
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Join local historian and author Kevin Grigsby for his Talk: "Better to die free than live as slaves" African-Americans from Loudoun County who fought for freedom during the Civil War. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Saturday TENT TALK (2 pm): "The Thinkin' Rug" Book Talk & Discussion cover picture
Saturday TENT TALK (2 pm): "The Thinkin' Rug" Book Talk & Discussion
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 07, 2023 2:00 pm - Oct 07, 2023 2:30 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 03rd, 2023 at 1:55 pm EDT
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Join Waterford Foundation Archivist and local author Bronwen Souders as she reads from her latest book "The Thinkin' Rug". Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Sunday TENT TALK (11 am): A History of Waterford’s Taverns cover picture
Sunday TENT TALK (11 am): A History of Waterford’s Taverns
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 08, 2023 11:00 am - Oct 08, 2023 11:30 am EDT
Sale end date
October 08th, 2023 at 11:00 am EDT
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Join local historian Debbie Robison for this lively talk Accommodations, an Assortment of Good Liquors, ((and gambling)): A History of Waterford’s Taverns. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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Friday TENT TALK (11 am): A History of Waterford's Taverns
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 11:00 am - Oct 06, 2023 11:30 am EDT
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October 06th, 2023 at 11:00 am EDT
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Join local historian Debbie Robison for this lively talk Accommodations, an Assortment of Good Liquors, ((and gambling)): A History of Waterford’s Taverns. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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Friday TENT TALK (1 pm): Our First Peoples
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 1:00 pm - Oct 06, 2023 1:30 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2023 at 12:55 am EDT
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Join local historian and mapmaker Eugene Scheel for his TALK: Our First Peoples, the American Indians of Loudoun and Northern Virginia. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Friday TENT TALK (2 pm): Changes in 18 c. Houses cover picture
Friday TENT TALK (2 pm): Changes in 18 c. Houses
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 06, 2023 2:00 pm - Oct 06, 2023 2:30 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2023 at 1:55 am EDT
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Join local historian Glenn McIntyre for his TALK: Changes in 18 c. Houses in the Piedmont. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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