Rides, Peaches, and Music: Inside Patrick County’s Packed Fall Lineup!

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Rides, Peaches, and Music: Inside Patrick County’s Packed Fall Lineup!

Visit Patrick County, Virginia, for a September packed with mountain festivals, agricultural traditions, and homegrown treats! Pack your bags for camping at Front Porch Fest 17, gospel harmonies, and fair rides. Loosen your belt for fresh Woolwine peaches and artisan bakery goods from local sunset markets today!

Key Takeaways

  • Front Porch Fest 17: Spirithaven Farm hosts a 4-day (Sept 3–6) family-friendly music, art, and camping festival featuring kids’ activities and the popular annual Saturday Kids Parade.
  • Dominion Valley Park Gospel Music: Celebrates its annual Labor Day Weekend Gospel festival (Sept 4–6), bringing family-friendly musical entertainment to the area since 1987.
  • 72nd Annual Patrick County Agricultural Fair: Held September 15–19 at the Stuart Rotary Club, featuring traditional carnival rides, livestock animal barns, local exhibits, and live music inside the Hooker building.
  • Vibrant Community Farmers Markets: Weekly local markets include the Stuart Farmers’ Market (Tuesdays/Fridays), Fairy Stone State Park Monday Market, and Star Brook Gardens Sunset Market (Fridays/Saturdays).
  • Orchard-Fresh Produce: Visitors can stop by Wade’s Orchard in Woolwine for fresh peaches, homemade preserves, canned goods, and seasonal mountain produce throughout the fall.

Patrick County, VA
September, 2026

September is packed with fun events! Pack your camping gear and enjoy an unforgettable Labor Day Weekend at Front Porch Fest 17. Held at Spirithaven Farm, Front Porch Fest is a celebration of art, music, family, and community. Recognized as one of Virginia’s best family-friendly festivals, Front Porch Fest hosts a variety of kids’ activities, including the annual Kids Parade on Saturday. Front Porch Fest will be held September 3rd-6th. Tickets are available at frontporchfest.com

Dominion Valley Park will host their annual Labor Day Weekend Gospel Music September 4th-6th. Minutes from North Carolina, Dominion Valley Park has been entertaining guests since 1987. Their Memorial Day and Labor Day Gospel Music weekends are perfect for anyone looking for a safe, family-friendly celebration. Tickets are available at dominionvalleyllc.com

The 72nd annual Patrick County Agricultural Fair will be held September15th-19th at the Stuart Rotary Club. Spend the night enjoying fun rides, visiting the animal barn, checking out the many exhibits, or listening to live music in the Hooker building. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at the Patrick County Fair! 

Looking for something fresh? Find homegrown veggies, yummy baked goods, unique crafts, and more at one of our local Farmers’ Markets. The Stuart Farmers’ Market meets every Tuesday from 5pm-7pm and Friday from 8am-12pm in downtown Stuart. Fairy Stone State Park hosts their Monday Market each week from 5pm-7pm. Star Brook Gardens hosts the Sunset Market on Friday from 4pm-8pm and Saturday from 3pm-8pm each week. For even more goodies, stop by Wade’s Orchard in Woolwine for fresh peaches, canned goods, and more.

Find Yourself Here! Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Patrick County is a jewel of a destination, offering activities for the whole family.
Patrick County Tourism
106 Rucker St. Stuart, VA 24171
www.visitpatrickcounty.org

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