Activities
Your admission to the Bluemont Fair includes access to all activity areas. Activities that require an additional fee are marked with ($).
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Antique & Flea Market
Don’t miss the Antiques and Flea Market in Stone's Field—shop unique treasures, vintage finds, and one-of-a-kind deals!
Archaeologist
We are fortunate to have David Clark, a professional archaeologist and college professor, at the Fair with fascinating archaeological finds from our region. Stop by his hands-on table in Mountain Meadow Place to learn more about bones, weapons, and tools discovered right here in Loudoun County.
Art Show & Sale
The Bluemont Fair began as a showcase for local artists, and that tradition continues today! Browse artwork from regional artists at all price levels, and take home a painting or two. The art sale and lounge is located on the second floor of the E.E. Lake Building.
Artisan Demonstrations
Artisans demonstrate their skills throughout the Bluemont Fair. Watch pottery being thrown, wood turned, baskets woven, and more. Try weaving, spinning yarn, or quilting as you explore the village.
Authors
Visit Mountain Meadow Place to meet local authors and chat about their books. Browse a variety of titles, from children's picture books to novels and local history, and take home a few for yourself!
Bake Sale (Huge!)
Be sure to visit the E.E. Lake Store for Fair merchandise, including our famous t-shirts, and explore the Plaster Museum of Bluemont’s Heritage. Don’t miss the area's biggest bake sale, featuring homemade treats from local bakers—including gluten-free options! Enjoy a coffee with your pastries, and on Saturday at 1 pm, grab a slice of pie from the Pickle & Pie contest and see if you agree with the judges' picks.
Barrel Train Ride ($)
Join us as Paul Jones brings a barrel train ride for you and your children to cruise in comfort to the lake in the Mountain Meadow Place field.
Beer & Wine Garden ($)
Stop by the Beer & Wine Garden to relax, enjoy live music, try local beer and wine, and take home a commemorative glass featuring this year’s Fair theme!
Blacksmith Demonstrations
We’re excited to have Eric Zieg, an experienced blacksmith and demonstrator at Mt. Vernon, joining us at the Bluemont Fair. With years of experience, he expertly teaches visitors about the blacksmith's role in history. Visit him in Stone’s Field to see his craft in action!
Bluemont Documentaries
When your feet need a rest, head downstairs in the Bluemont United Methodist Church, the charming stone church in the center of town (entrance on the left side). There, you can watch two documentaries on Bluemont's history: Snickersville 1864: The Civil War Comes to our Village and When the Trains Came to Bluemont: A Tour of the Village 1914. Both films highlight key moments in the village’s development. Check the Fair schedule for show times.
Caboose
Come inside a real train caboose! See where the conductor ate and slept and used the bathroom. The caboose is located behind the Community Center and will be open for exploration from 10-12 on Saturday and Sunday.
Children’s Fair
The area behind the Bluemont Community Center is a kid-friendly highlight of the fair, offering free face painting, temporary tattoos, games, crafts, and bubble-blowing fun. Specialty crafters offer henna tattoos and sand art for children. Activities are included with fair admission and our Young Entrepreneurs ages 6-17 offer more items in their booths.
Civil War Camp Life Reenacting
Experience the daily life of Civil War soldiers in Stone's Field.
- 8th Virginia Infantry – History of a Loudoun-raised company
- Daily Life – What it was like for a common soldier in the 1860s
- Military Roles – Duties of officers, NCOs, and enlisted men
- Drill – Gilham’s Manual of Arms in action
- Weapons & Gear – Authentic equipment on display
- Mail Call – Saturday at 4:00 PM – Soldiers receive and share letters and packages with visitors
Farm Market
For those looking to take a taste of Bluemont home, you'll find Locally Made Artisan Foods such as syrups, honey, and hot sauce in Hogan’s Field.
Fiber Arts
Explore Creekside Fiber Arts Field to meet local fiber animals like sheep, alpacas, bunnies, and goats. Enjoy live spinning, weaving, and felting demonstrations, and browse hundreds of handmade items by local artisans. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the weekend and free to attend.
Gardener’s Shed
Stop by the Gardener’s Shed behind the Bluemont Community Center for gardening inspiration or garden-inspired goods. We offer native plants, cut flowers, art and furniture inspired by the garden, and products made from local plants.
Juried Crafts
The Bluemont Fair showcases around 80 artisans in its Juried Crafts sections, located on the front lawn and in the Barn behind the Community Center. Browse a variety of handmade goods, including photography, wood carvings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, pottery, and more. Check out our list of artisans!Line Dancing
Join us at the Community Center stage on Sunday at 1:45 PM to learn how to line dance, then show off your new moves at 2:15 PM!
Model Trains
Step inside the Bluemont Community Center (second floor) to visit our extensive model train display! Children love to see the running trains and investigate the interesting layouts. We are delighted to have Northern Virginia NTRAK with us.
Music on Three Stages
The Bluemont Fair is known far and wide for its music. There are three stages running concurrently, so you will find music almost wherever you go in the village. As a country fair, our focus is on Americana, roots, bluegrass and folk, but you can find a little bit of everything here. The stages are located in Mountain Meadow Place, behind the Community Center, and in the Beer & Wine Garden.
Petting Zoo
Included with Fair admission is entrance to our petting zoo in Stone's Field. Kids can step inside and pet their favorite critters!
Pickle & Pie Contest
Each year we have stiff competition in our Pickle & Pie Contest! On Saturday morning, bring your best pickles and your tastiest pies—the prizes are beautiful crafts created by Fair artisans. And be at the E.E. Lake Store by 1 PM Saturday to taste the winners—the competing pies are sold by the slice after the contest is over!
Plaster Museum of Bluemont’s Heritage
Bluemont has a museum in the E.E. Lake Store that presents stories and memorabilia relating to the history of Bluemont. Come visit our current exhibit—we feature a new aspect of Bluemont each year! Docent tours each day as posted. While you are here, try opening the antique post office boxes still lining the walls of Bluemont’s first Post Office.
Pony Rides ($)
For many children who get to experience a country fair, one of the things they remember the most is a pony ride. For a small fee, kids can enjoy a ride on a gentle pony, brought to us by Valerie Hoke Pony Rides. Located in the field next to the post office.
Quilt Show
Inside the Bluemont United Methodist Church, across from the Community Center, you'll find a stunning collection of quilts. Children can enjoy making their own quilt block souvenir from the activity box, while adults can participate in the Waterford Quilt Guild’s annual quilt raffle.
Rock Climbing Wall ($)
The rock climbing wall is located in Stone’s Field, offering a fun challenge for those looking to test their skills. For a small fee, see if you can make it to the top!
Rope Bridge
The Rope Bridge in the main parking lot is run by Boy Scout Troop 961 (who also manage our parking). Test your balance and support our local Boy Scouts!Scavenger Hunt
Pick up the Hunt at the Main Admissions Gate and find the locations throughout the Fair to get your pamphlet stamped. If you get them all, you can enter a drawing for a prize!
Snickersville Academy
Be sure to visit Bluemont’s first school and church, Snickersville Academy, celebrating its 200-year anniversary. Follow the footprints up the Turnpike for some old-fashioned fun in the log cabin, set up just as it was in its schoolhouse days. Enjoy children’s games, balloons, crafts, and a dress-up station—plus free popcorn, water, and lemonade for all!
