80th Waterford Fair, An Autumn Celebration of Americana - Eventeny
80th Waterford Fair, An Autumn Celebration of Americana
Starts on Friday, October 4th, 2024
Waterford, Virginia, United States
Hosted by The Waterford Foundation
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About the event
HOURS: 10 am - 5 pm daily (Early Bird Ticket: 9 am on Friday only). Come shop, play, tour and make memories during this 80-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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Dates
Oct 04, 2024 · 9:00 AM - Oct 06, 2024 · 5:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Location
Virginia, United States
40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford, Virginia 20197, United States
Directions
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Parking instructions
Parking locations can be found on the Fair map. Arriving from East or South take Rt. 7 -> Rt. 9 -> Clarkes Gap Rd. (Rt. 662) to the village. Follow traffic flaggers directions. They will direct you to the closest lot. Arriving from the West (Harpers Ferry, Hillsboro, Charles Town) take Rt. 9 -> Old Old Wheatland Rd. (Rt. 698). The Yellow Lot (Phllips Farm) will be to the right just before Milltown Rd. Arriving from the North (Lovettsville, Frederick, Brunswick): take Berlin Turnpike South into Lovettsville -> E. Broad Way -> Milltown Rd. -> Right at Old Wheatland Rd.(Rt. 698) -> left into the Yellow Lot ( Phillips Farm).
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Health & safety
Although the village is pedestrian only for the Fair, please watch for operational vehicles (shuttle, trash detail, staff, etc.). If you purchase alcohol, please respect the posted "no alcohol beyond this point" signs. First aid is located at: 15545 High St. If you need assistance, Loudoun County Deputies and Hamilton Fire/Rescue are located throughout the village. You may also ask any staff or volunteers. Lost & Found (including children) is at the Welcome tent in the center of the village. The closest address is 40183 Main St.
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Tickets
Price: $0.00-65.00
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3-Day Ticket
$65.00
+ Processing fees: $4.40
NON-REFUNDABLE
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
3-Day Pass at the gate is $65 per person. 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. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
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Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21) 2024
$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 04, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now, Choose Which Day You Attend Later, and Save! Tickets at the gate are $20. Your ticket can be used any one of the three days. 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, workshops and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Some events are free but ticketed for seating considerations. 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. The Fair is a rain or shine event. The ticket is non-refundable.
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Single Day - ADULT 2024
$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 04, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 at 4:00 pm EDT
Description
Buy Your Ticket Now, Choose Which Day You Attend Later, and Save! Tickets at the gate are $25. Your ticket can be used any one of the three days. 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, workshops and artisans' wares are not included in this ticket and may be purchased separately. Some events are free but ticketed for seating considerations. 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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Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry)
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$45.00
+ Processing fees: $3.15
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
September 20th, 2024 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 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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Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)
$0.00
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 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.
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Friday TENT TALK (12:30 pm): A Brief History of Waterford
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 04th, 2024 at 1:00 pm 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!
Friday TENT TALK (1:30 pm): Intention, Ingredients, Methods: Making Beer From Here cover picture
Friday TENT TALK (1:30 pm): Intention, Ingredients, Methods: Making Beer From Here
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 04th, 2024 at 2:00 pm EDT
Description
Join local farmer & brewer John Branding to learn about his growing methods and brewing philosophy and why Wheatland Spring Farm + Brewery is so unique. There may even be a bit of history thrown in! A special thanks to Wheatland Spring for crafting an 80th Anniversary beer for the Fair! Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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Saturday TENT TALK (11 am): Road to Revolution
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 05th, 2024 at 12:00 pm EDT
Description
Join local historian Todd Post for his TALK "Road to Revolution: Virginia’s path from resistance to rebellion & the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution". Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Saturday TENT TALK (12:30 pm): What Women Wore cover picture
Saturday TENT TALK (12:30 pm): What Women Wore
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 05th, 2024 at 1:00 pm EDT
Description
Join the head seamstress from Sycamore Spring Clothier for a fascinating talk about women's clothing in the 18th century and how fabrics differ from what is popular today. Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Sunday TENT TALK (11:30 am):Common Scents: A Fragrant History of Virginia Perfume cover picture
Sunday TENT TALK (11:30 am):Common Scents: A Fragrant History of Virginia Perfume
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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Ticket redeem location
40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 at 12:00 pm EDT
Description
Join perfumer and Williamsburg historian Rebecca Suerdieck for a fascinating talk on the history of perfume in early Virginia! Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
Sunday TENT TALK (12:30 pm): William Jordan Augustus, George Carter of Oatlands and the sneers of the Quakers cover picture
Sunday TENT TALK (12:30 pm): William Jordan Augustus, George Carter of Oatlands and the sneers of the Quakers
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This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.
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Ticket redeem location
40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States
Ticket date & time
Oct 04, 2024 9:00 am - Oct 06, 2024 5:00 pm EDT
Sale end date
October 06th, 2024 at 1:00 pm EDT
Description
Join Lori Kimball, Oatlands, for a tale of neighbors! Talk tickets are FREE with Fair ticket but seating is limited, so secure your ticket early!
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Mill End Waystation Volunteer
Mill End Waystation Volunteer
Deadline: Oct 06, 2024
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We are excited to have your support at our newest Fair venue, Mill End Waystation (wine & beer sales)! The Waystation tent will be located on Bond Street Meadow. Some tasks include: • Cashier/ID Check & Wristband s • Pourer • Set-up/Breakdown • Clean up Shifts to choose from on Friday, Saturday or Sunday: • 10 am - 2 pm • 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Thank you for your help. It truly takes a village for the Fair run smoothly year after year!
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