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 81-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: 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: 10/3, 10a-5p (9 am early bird shopping Demonstrating Artisans & Old Mill Shop only) 10/4 10a-5p, & 10/5, 10a-5p

Dates

Oct 03, 2025 · 9:00 AM - Oct 05, 2025 · 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

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).

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 -- look for blue & white lanyard badges. Lost & Found (including children) is at the Welcome tent in the center of the village (the closest address is 40183 Main St.)

Fair & Tent Talk Tickets

Price: $0.00-55.00

Single Day - ADULT

$20.00

+ Processing fees: $1.58

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States

Oct 03, 2025 10:00 am - Oct 05, 2025 5:00 pm EDT

October 05th, 2025 at 4:00 pm EDT

Buy Your Ticket Now, Choose Which Day You Attend Later, and $ave (gate rate $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.

Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21)

$20.00

+ Processing fees: $1.58

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States

Oct 03, 2025 10:00 am - Oct 05, 2025 5:00 pm EDT

October 05th, 2025 at 4:00 pm EDT

This single day ticket is $20 in advance or at the gate. Buy your ticket in advance to save time at the gate when you arrive. Save $5 off regular adult admission which $25 at the gate. 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.

3-Day Pass

$55.00

+ Processing fees: $3.78

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States

Oct 03, 2025 10:00 am - Oct 05, 2025 5:00 pm EDT

October 05th, 2025 at 4:00 pm EDT

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.

Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry)

$45.00

+ Processing fees: $3.15

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States

Oct 03, 2025 9:00 am - Oct 05, 2025 5:00 pm EDT

September 19th, 2025 at 5:00 pm EDT

This ticket allows early access on Friday only to the follow: ~the Demonstrating Artisans ~ 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. The Fair is a rain or shine event.

Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

40222 Fairfax Street, PO Box 142, Waterford
Virginia 20197, United States

Oct 03, 2025 10:00 am - Oct 05, 2025 5:00 pm EDT

October 05th, 2025 at 4:00 pm EDT

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.

Tent Talk | FRI, 12:30 PM | A Brief History of Waterford

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | FRI, 2:00 PM | Mary Randolph's Virginia: "The Virginia House-wife" Culinary History

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | SAT, 11:00 AM | Women, Textiles, and Magic in the Viking Age

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | SAT, 12:30 PM| Dressing for the Revolution: Textiles that Clothed the Colonies

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | SAT, 2:00 PM| Beyond the Blade: Scrimshaw vs. Engraving Explained

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | SUN, 12:30 PM | A Brief History of Waterford

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Tent Talk | SUN, 2:00 PM | Pewter and Spoons in Colonial America

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day - ADULT, Single Day - SENIOR (65+)/MILITARY/YOUTH (13-21), 3-Day Pass, Friday EARLY BIRD Ticket (9am entry), Single Day FREE - CHILD (ages: 12 & under)

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

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.

Marketplace

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2 active applications

ART at the Red Barn - One Application, Two Shows!

Deadline: Aug 30, 2025

Apply now

We are so excited to welcome returning and new artists to the Fine Art Show & Sale and Art Mart at the 81st Fair!

Please complete this short online application for the Fine Art Exhibit, Art Mart or both, or if you prefer, print and mail the registration form along with your application fee check (printable pdf form located in the related files section on this page). The Art Mart and Fine Art Exhibit are combined into one application. ART is located at the Red Barn, in the center of the of the village. Fine Art is in the upper level and Art Mart in the lower level. We are proud of the quality of the art that is offered at the Waterford Fair and expect the Red Barn Exhibit to be a big hit with the Fair’s visitors!

The Fair is presented by the Waterford Foundation. Funds raised are used to preserve and protect the Waterford National Historic Landmark and to educate future generations about early life in rural America. Please read the attached prospectus carefully as Art Mart and Fine Art criteria and processes differ. We recommend you download the prospectus and note important dates for future reference. Thank you for taking part and for helping us keep our mission going strong!

Dried Flower Barn Application

Deadline: Aug 30, 2025

Apply now

We are excited to welcome returning and new artisans to the Dried Flower Barn for the 81ST Fair!

Apply one of two ways: complete this short application and pay the $30 application fee online (for business name use "n/a" if you do not have one) or print the writeable pdf application and mail it and your $30 check, made payable "Waterford Foundation" at c/o Fair, Waterford Foundation, PO Box 142, Waterford VA 20197.

To prep for the Fair, follow the instructions on the attached letter. Any questions can be directed to Billy Wynkoop, the Dried Flower Barn Chairperson. Her contact information is in the attached documents.

The Dried Flower sale is located at the western end of the village at the Bond Street Barn, Bond Street, Waterford, VA 20197, just up Bond Street from the John Wesley Church.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Sponsor Applications

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2 active applications

Sponsorship and Fair Booklet Advertising Sign Up

Deadline: Aug 29, 2025

Apply now

We welcome your support and offer sponsorship and advertising opportunities from $200 to $3,000! In-kind partnerships are also welcome -- please inquire via the application below. For your LANDMARK level support your organization will receive ($3,000): • Recognition on the Fair website for one year • Sponsor named on “Welcome” banner at ticket gates • Sponsor named on “Thank you for attending” signs at parking lot exits • Full page color ad in the Fair booklet • Dedicated social media promotion • Fifty (50) Fair "daily admission" tickets (value $1,250) Historic Properties TOURS sponsorship – three available, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (first to sign up gets to choose which category, $1500). For your TOURS level support your organization will receive: • Recognition on the Fair website for one year • Sponsor named on the tour sign at property on the day selected (sign to fit esthetic of Fair) • Fair booklet 1/2-page color ad • Dedicated social media promotion • Eight (8) Fair "daily admission" tickets (value $200) • Sponsor can opt-in and provide staff as docents at one property. Staff can wear logoed polo shirts or corporate name tags. Staff will be briefed on the property history and coached on docent responsibilities prior to the Fair. ARTISAN sponsorship – two available, Best Demonstrating Artisan and Best New Demonstrating Artisan (first to sign up gets to choose which category, $1000, 50% of your sponsorship goes to the Artisan as an award). For your ARTISAN level support your organization will receive: • Recognition on the Fair website for one year • Recognition in Artisan award letter • Recognition in Artisan awards press release • Fair booklet 1/4-page color ad • Dedicated social media promotion • Six (6) Fair "daily admission" tickets (value $150) VENUE sponsorship – four available, Main Stage, Old Mill Shop, Art at the Red Barn & the Dried Flower Barn ($750). For your VENUE level support your organization will receive: • Recognition on the Fair website for one year • Sponsor named on “Thank you” sign at venue (sign to fit esthetic of Fair) • Fair booklet 1/8-page color ad • Four (4) Fair "daily admission" tickets (value $100) • Dedicated social media promotion BOOKLET advertising only – full color display ad for your business placed in our Fair program: 1/8-page ad $375 color 1/4-page ad $475 color 1/2-page ad $675 color Full page ad $875 color In-Kind Sponsorship levels will be based on the value of the donation. This will be discussed before the donation is made.

Booklet Page Patron

Deadline: Aug 29, 2025

Apply now

the tradition is back! Individual patrons (not intended for corporations) can sponsor a Fair booklet page! Patron provides text for placement at the bottom of a booklet page. Examples: This page donated in memory of our mother, Mrs. Jane Smith or This page donated by the Jones Family. When completing the application sponsor form, please enter "N/A" for the business name. Ten are available at $200 each.

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Applications

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Group Tour/Bus Inquiry 2025

Deadline: Sep 01, 2025

Apply now

School, tour & large group organizers, we are excited to welcome your groups back to Waterford this year! Shop, play and tour 1, 2 or 3 days!

Click the START APPLICATION button to reserve your spot! Tickets for groups of more than 20 are $18 per person.

Due to the size of the event, we do require date/time reservations for your group's arrival. A docent will meet your group, delivering Fair tickets and event schedules, and will give a brief welcome talk before turning the group loose to enjoy the day. If you group is driving in separate vehicles, we recommend you pick a rendezvous point and we will send your tickets to you ahead of time so you don't need to worry about who has parked where.

Reserved designated parking is available for pre-paid groups, no matter your preferred mode of transport (e.g., van, bus, bicycles or motorcycles)! Those arriving by individual cars will follow traffic flagger's instructions and park where directed. There is no parking fee.

FAIR DETAILS:

When: Oct. 3-5, 2025, 10 am - 5 pm daily

Where: National Historic Landmark of Waterford, Waterford, Virginia 20197
Cost: For groups of 20+, One-day Fair tickets are $18 per person. We include up to two free tickets: one each for the driver and the tour guide. You will have the option to mail a check or pay online. Admission is free for kids 12 and under with a paid adult ticket. Multi-day passes are available. Contact the office for pricing.

Please complete this form so we can start talking about how best to set up your Fair visit. Note: it will ask for your logo & website. Please ignore those prompts.

Questions? Contact the office at 540-882-3018 x 4 or fairadmin@waterfordfoundation.org.

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