For those interested in getting involved in one of Purcellville's most exciting annual events, be sure to come to one of our planning meetings and find out more! 

HISTORY PROGRAMS IN AND AROUND BUSH TABERNACLE AUDITORIUM
(SKATING RINK PAVILION)

Tracks into History Exhibit
Renown railroad historian Paul McCray shares interesting tales and
facts on when the railroad headed west from Washington DC (now
the W&OD Trail) through Purcellville and surrounding towns
By the Purcellville Preservation Association

Model Train Display
By Northern Virginia NTRAK

Civil War Arms
Collectors Gary Heath and Ken Fleming share period uniforms (for both adult and children),
arms collection, artillery and more!

News & Clues
Discover the news of yesterday that makes history today!

Civil War Encampment
Discover a day in the life of Confederate Civil War infantrymen!  The men will portray the 8th Virginia Volunteer Infantry Regiment Company D (where men of Purcellville and neighoring towns enlisted with Captain Berkeley on May 13, 1861 in Aldie). Civil War education happens through this exciting living history encampment.   

2:00 and 4:00
Firing Demonstrations at the Encampment 
 Firing demos with authenticity, proficiency in the manual of arms and drill of the period and firearms safety present an historically accurate portrayal of a Virginia volunteer in the Army of Northern Virginia. 

1:00 and 4:30
Historic Trolley Tours (90 minutes)
War in the Valley: the Civil War Comes to Purcellville
Learn the stories behind the story of Purcellville during the days of the Civil War as the trolley
weaves through downtown and outlying areas where significant squirmishes, burials, ambushes,
raids, trails, plotting and scheming left their mark on our hometown. 
Tour Guided by Rich Gillespie & Clay Seward
Trolley by Virginia Regional Transit
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Seating is limited so please start lining up at least 30 minutes prior
at the 20th Street parking lot entrance where the tour begins.
First come, first served.

Loudoun Archaeology
In an effort to raise awareness of local archaeology resources and
heritage Dr. David Clark brings to the fair a wide variety of hands-on
games and exhibits using artifacts, artifact washing, arch games, box
digs, light board games, pottery ,etc.
By Dr. David Clark

Bush Tabernacle History and Exhibit
By Tom Priscilla and Paul McCray

CARNIVAL FUN

"Midway Games"
Hurry Hurry! Step right up! Everyone’s a winner here!
By Purcellville’s Parks and Recreation Committee

Mechanical Bull Rides
Only for the brave!
$5 per ride

Kick and Score Carnival Game 
By Purcellville Jaguars and Ashburn Soccer Clubs 


ANIMAL PROGRAMS

Chicks on and off the Farm
By Loudoun Country Poultry 4-H Club

Petting Zoo

Donkey Rides
$5 per ride
By Donkey Meadows

1:00
Blessing of Animals
Bring your two- and four-legged friends for a special blessing.
Rev. Dr. Dave Milam, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church

Horse-drawn Carriage Rides
By Mr. Print

1:15
Shearing of Sheep
Check out this exciting annual sheep shearing experience.
By B&J Livestock

EXHIBITS & DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE BUSH TABERNACLE AUDITORIUM

Book Nook with Local Authors 
Marc Leepson * Saving Monticello
Jessica James *Shades of Gray, Noble Cause
Jack Barrett * Loudoun Baseball History
William Ray * Mt. Gilead History
Meredith Bean McMath * Pella’s Angel

Daughters of the American Revolution, Ketoctin Chapter

Friends of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum

Remembering Jim Leake, Purcellville’s First Police Chief
Help the Leake family gather special memories during his 25 years on the force! Come by and share.

Blue Ridge Spinners and Weavers

Purcellville Lions Club History
Then and Now

Discover Energy Education
Learning can be fun at this special exhibit!
By Dominion Virginia Power 

CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES

Letterboxing
Have a great time while learning more about the history of our
hometown! Kids of all ages seek hidden letterboxes by following
clues, stamping a record of discovery into their personal journals;
collecting artifacts, treats and items on their list. Don’t miss this fun adventure!
By Purcellville Preservation Association

Face Painting
By Artists Lea Enright and Kori Rovang

Balloon Twisting
By Sharone Belt with Jubilee Balloons

Dee Vinchey Glitter Tattoos
By Carol Turman

Fun with Sand Art
By Lovettsville Community Center

ENTERTAINMENT AT THE GAZEBO
Coordinated by Ohm Productions

12:00
Opening Ceremony
Please join us as Mayor Bob Lazaro with the American Legion’s Color Guard
 and the Loudoun Border Guards kick off the festivities

American Legion 12:00  Parade
Loudoun Border Guard 12:00  Parade
Nat'l Anthem 12:15
Loudoun Border Guard 12:20
Mayor Lazaro 12:30
Announcements 

Woodgrove Jazz 12:35

LVHS Jazz 1:50

Re-enactment of 1892 Temperence Sermon 3:00

Quest Poetry 3:10
Blue Ridge Middle School
 
Ian and Kevin Gallagher 3:30

West on 66 Unplugged 4:15

Conner Duffy 5:15

TASTE OF VALLEY FOOD & BEVERAGE COURT

Kettle Korn and Flavored Iced Tea
Heritage Kettle Korn

Hot Dogs, Wings, Sliders
Main Street Wings

Hamburgers
Purcellville Lions Club

Wrap Sandwiches
Tropical Smoothie

Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza
Papa Johns

Natural Juice
Mona-Vie

BBQ
Magnolia's

Gourmet Sausages and BLTs
Lothars Artisan Meats

Bottled Water, Baked Goods 
Loudoun Valley High School Mens Soccer Team

WINE GARDEN

Enjoy the cool breezes under the canopy of trees, tunes from
the gazebo and fine wines from Loudoun's best wineries.
Wine Tasting Tickets $10
* * *
Each ticketholder receives a souvenir wine glass 
and is eligible to win our raffle
for DINNER FOR TWO AT MAGNOLIA'S!

Willowcroft Farm Vineyards

Fabbioli Cellars

Dry Mill Winery

North Gate Vineyard

Crushed Cellars

FARMERS MARKET
For decades throughout Loudoun County, farmers and vendors would
bring their produce and wares to town. Their livelihood depended
on what they sold that day at the market. Purcellville continues that
tradition today as farmers and artisans bring their goods to the fair. 
Hosted by Hill High Market and Purcellville’s Community Market

ARTISANS' ALLEY
Crafts * Art * Antiques
Hosted by It's Bazaar

GRAND FINALE IN TABERNACLE AUDITORIUM

7:00
Documentary Film Debut
Last Hardware Store
General Admission (doors open at 6:30)
By Lincoln Studios