11 Family-Friendly Breweries & Wineries in Virginia

Virginia’s wineries and breweries can be a great place for a family outing. Parents can enjoy local craft beer and wine while also spending time with kids–running around, playing games, and even visiting farm animals. Here are a few of the most family-friendly wineries and breweries around Virginia worth spending an afternoon. 

Please remember that while some wineries do welcome kids, there is the implicit understanding that they will be supervised by an adult at all times and not left to roam freely.

NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Stone Tower Winery–Leesburg 

Stone Tower Winery caters to all types of visitors; those looking to experience the winery in an adults-only setting can head to the Tower View Tasting Room, while those with families (even the furry family members!) can spend time at the Harvest Barn Tasting Room. Grab some wine and a table outside the barn to enjoy the idyllic scenery of the vineyards and the expansive lawn, where kids can play and get out a little of that extra energy without being out of eyesight. 

Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery—Delaplane

Pack a picnic and bring the kiddos – and fur babies — out for an afternoon at Barrel Oak. Play games, create paintings of the picturesque surroundings, or grab a glass of wine – or juice – and sit by the fire.

Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery—Stafford

Featuring a little buds room filled with books, toys, bean bags, and more, Potomac Point Winery is the perfect place for mom and dad to enjoy delicious wines in the tasting room, but also stay close to the kiddos. There is also a dedicated kids' menu.

CENTRAL VIRGINIA

Hardywood West Creek–Richmond

While the original Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is very family-friendly, with an on-site pizza shop and lots of kid-friendly live music performances in the indoor and outdoor spaces, the West Creek location is one of the most inviting to families with kids of all ages. The outdoor area has a wide-open lawn where kids can run and play unimpeded, as well as a shaded picnic area where families can spread out and get comfortable without worrying about disturbing other guests. For families with older kids, the brewery offers a challenging disc golf course within the 24-acre property. This Richmond brew establishment is the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon out with the family. 

Strangeways Brewing—Richmond, Fredericksburg

Strangeways Brewing is a one-of-a-kind brewery with funky décor and hundreds of curious oddities throughout the bar. Their Biergarten is dog-friendly, and they offer free juice boxes, fruit snacks, and coloring pages for kids.

Weston Farm Vineyard & Winery—Louisa

At Weston Farm Vineyard & Winery, parents can enjoy their tasty wines and views of the vineyard, while the kiddos can enjoy the company of their resident French bulldog, Suzie, horses, and miniature donkeys,s as well as a display of historical items found at the farm.

VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS & SHENANDOAH VALLEY

Blue Mountain Brewery—Afton

Blue Mountain has a kids' menu, occasional live music, and plenty of room for the kids to run and have a great time. They also have family-friendly events like the Family Pumpkin Fest and New Year's Family Fun Fest.

DuCard Vineyards—Etlan

Nestled on the eastern edge of Shenandoah National Park, DuCard Vineyards is pet-friendly with lots of room for dogs and family-friendly with kids’ games available. Bring a picnic and enjoy majestic mountain and vineyard views from their patios and stream-side deck.

Peaks of Otter Winery—Bedford

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Peaks of Otter Winery offers family fun in the way of pick-your-own apples, peaches, nectarines, plums, and pears in the fall, fishing ponds, walking trails, and farm animals to pet.

Fables & Feathers Winery—Goodview

The family-owned Fables & Feathers has a relaxing vibe and plenty for the kids to get up to. Play a family board game, then enjoy freshly made pizzas and flatbreads. Plus, don't miss special events like Santa's visit during the holidays. 

Stable Craft Brewing—Waynesboro

Located on a true working farm, Stable Craft Brewing has entertaining activities for all ages, from tours of the hop fields to visiting their horses. They also host many family-friendly events and have a sand volleyball court and cornhole boards.

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