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Enjoy The Most Colorful Spring Festival In Virginia At The Burnside Tulip Festival

Burnside Farm hosts an annual Festival of Spring featuring over 150 varieties of tulips, making it a must-visit event in Virginia.

Updated Mar 1, 2024

Written by 

Beth Copenhaver

Spring has officially sprung! And there's nowhere more colorful to enjoy this fleeting season than Burnside Farm, which is hosting its annual Festival of Spring in late March to early April. It's one of the longest-running festivals of its kind in the state, having been a beloved tradition since 2012. With rows upon rows of gorgeous tulips to enjoy, you may feel as though you've been temporarily transported to Holland. Here's more about this upcoming spring festival in Virginia and why you won't want to miss it.

The Festival of Spring is a true celebration of spring, and you won't want to miss your chance to visit Burnside Farms this year!

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The spring season is short and sweet, and this local farm in Virginia embraces every minute of it. The festival lasts approximately three weeks, in correlation with the blooming tulips.

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As you can see, it's truly a sight to behold. The farm has planted over 150 varieties of tulips, in all varieties and colors.

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As you can imagine, the exact timing of the blooms is hard to predict, as it largely depends on weather patterns.

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So what can you expect from attending this Virginia tulip festival? For starters, you'll want to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking around the farm!

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You'll also have the chance to pick your own flowers!

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Tulips are $1 per stem and daffodils are 2 for $1. Visitors should note that 5 stems are included in the price of an admission ticket and if you want to keep the bulb it is an additional $1.

The Festival of Spring is very much a family-friendly event. There are lots of games and activities for the little ones to enjoy, and they're included with admission.

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Shenandoah National Park is one of Virginia's prize possessions. It is absolutely beautiful in the spring when life is renewed in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a quick look in this video from OnlyInYourState:

Have you ever visited Burnside Farms? Would you consider attending this incredible tulip festival in Virginia? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments section -- we would love to hear your opinions about this beautiful spring festival in Virginia! For more information on visiting and tickets, be sure to visit the official Burnside Farms website.

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Pile Your Plate With Delicious, Cheesy Noodles at the Norfolk Mac and Cheese Festival in Virginia

Dive into 50 kinds of mouthwatering mac and cheese at the 5th-annual Mac And Cheese Festival in Norfolk this October.

Updated Oct 1, 2024

Written by 

Beth Copenhaver

Do you consider yourself to be a devoted fan of mac and cheese? Or perhaps you’re enthusiastic about Norfolk's iconic culinary scene? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you owe it to yourself to experience the upcoming Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival, scheduled for October 12th and 13th, 2024. The event will take place at the picturesque Waterside District and will showcase the area’s best food trucks and restaurants in one cheesy celebration -- the largest of its kind in all of Virginia. You can go ahead and purchase your tickets to this amazing Virginia food festival!

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Attention, all foodies! There's a festival in the works that promises to delight mac & cheese enthusiasts of all kinds.

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The Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival is a day-long celebration of all things cheesy and delicious. Prepare to be amazed as you sample the offerings from over 18 different restaurants and food truck vendors.

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Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival / Facebook

Sample over 50 different varieties, from peppery to spicy, garnished in breadcrumbs, buttery, and more. You might even be tempted to try a grilled mac & cheese sandwich. Each food vendor works on a voucher system. You'll exchange your food voucher for samples and easily reload at a designated booth whenever you need to.

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Throughout the event, there will be an endless variety of fun and cheese-themed games and activities to enjoy. Live music, an ongoing baggo tournament, craft beer garden, and even a kids zone will ensure that everyone is entertained. Oh, and did we mention the giant cheese fry bar?

Feeling competitive? If so, you can sign up for a macaroni eating contest and eat as much mac & cheese as you possibly can in two minutes. As you might imagine, this challenge isn't for the faint of heart!

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And the best news of all? After sampling as many varieties as your heart desires, you'll be able to cast your vote for the best mac & cheese dish in each category: Best Tasting, Most Unique, and more!

So whether you consider yourself a mac & cheese aficionado or are looking for an unforgettable weekend to enjoy with friends and family, you’ll be glad you attended the iconic Norfolk Mac & Cheese Festival.

Do you think you'll attend this incredible food festival in Virginia? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we'd love to hear from you. And don't forget to grab your tickets now!

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A Virginia Tradition For Over 30 Years, The Pumpkin Festival At Sinkland Farms Is A Fall Must

Consistently voted as a top pumpkin festival in Virginia, Sinkland Farms has been a family tradition for over three decades.

Published Sep 20, 2024

Written by 

Beth Copenhaver

Pumpkin patches and fall in Virginia go hand-in-hand, and this season, we're inviting you to experience one of the best. But don't just take our word for it; Sinkland Farms has been nominated as the region's best pumpkin patch for years. Join in on all the fall fun at Sinkland Farms, a fall tradition in Virginia for over three decades.

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This year's event will take place during the weekends between September 27th — November 3rd, 2024.

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The simple joys of rural living are on full display this time of year at Sinkland Farms, a picturesque property in Montgomery County that began as a dairy farm in the 1980s. Today, the farm has expanded to a wedding and event venue known for its sweeping views and its ability to cultivate lifelong memories.

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Those who join for the annual fall festival will see exactly what we mean. The Pumpkin Festival isn't just the most popular fall event in Virginia; it's been ranked the third-best in the nation.

For six weekends in autumn, the farm transforms into a pumpkin wonderland, complete with music, food, activities, and all sorts of farm fun. Included in the admission price is one hayride to the pumpkin patch, one corn maze, kids activities, and more.

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For an additional price, festival-goers can enjoy an assortment of interactive farm activities, including a horseback or ponyback tour of the grounds.

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So many activities are bound to work up an appetite and fortunately, there's no shortage of delicious food to enjoy. From hand-dipped ice cream to real Southern barbecue, dining options abound. There will also be a fun selection of local beer and wine to enjoy.

Have you taken part in the fall festival at Sinkland Farms before? What did you enjoy most about your experience? Feel free to share your thoughts and memories with us -- we would love to hear from you. And don't forget to get your tickets now for this year's event!

Sinkland Farms also hosts a variety of events and festivals throughout the year. It makes for a breathtaking wedding venue or field trip excursion for your little ones.

Need a place to stay while you're in the area? Check out these VRBOs in Montgomery County.

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