One of the nation’s biggest and oldest spring festivals, the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, will be in its 99th edition when it kicks off this Friday for 10 days of seasonal celebrations.
The festivities include several exciting events and unique highlights, making it one of the biggest “can’t-miss” events of the spring near the DMV area!
When and where is the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival?
The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival will be held from this Friday, April 24th, to Sunday, May 3rd, in Winchester, Virginia, roughly 1.5 hours from Washington, D.C.
There are a few key dates for events taking place during the festival you might want to keep in mind:
- Carnival – Throughout the entire festival.
- Bloomin’ Wine Fest – April 24th & 25th
- Artisan Market – April 24th & 25th
- Apple Pie Baking Contest – April 30th
- Coronation of ‘Queen Shenandoah’ – May 1st
- Kids’ Bloomin’ Mile Race – May 1st
- 10K Race – May 2nd
- Firefighters’ Parade – May 2nd
- Trex Music Festival – May 2nd
- Queen’s Ball & Dance (Black Tie) – May 2nd
- Firework Display – May 2nd
- Grand Feature Parade – May 2nd
- Country Music Party – May 3rd
Is the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival free to attend?
The festival itself is completely free to attend; however, some events will have entry fees or ticket requirements.
A few examples of ticketed events include:
- Carnival – $5 entry fee (cash only) (children 5 and under are free) — “Unlimited Ride Wristband” – $35
- Bloomin’ Wine Fest – $35 per person
- Coronation of ‘Queen Shenandoah’ – $20 general admission, Children 12 and under $10
- Queen’s Ball & Dance (Black Tie) – $65 per person
- Grand Feature Parade – The festival is free to view, but preferred seating is available for purchase, from $18 to $29 per seat.
- 10K Race – Sold Out
- Country Music Party – Tickets range from $20 to $45 per person, depending on selected seating.
