Explore Music Festivals
FloydFest
Music and magic over five July days in the mountains, plus art installations, kid-friendly activities, and outdoor adventure.
Watermelon Pickers' Fest
Enjoy family-friendly bluegrass, roots, and Americana at this annual music festival in Berryville, Virginia.
Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
Historic jams right on State Street in September, celebrating the legacy of the Birthplace of Country Music.
Rooster Walk Music & Arts Festival
May brings 45+ bands, arts, yoga, camping, food, and drink to Pop’s Farm in Martinsville.
Iron Blossom Music Festival
Catch some of the biggest names in contemporary music, plus local acts and up-and-comers, at this Richmond fest.
Norfolk Latino Music Festival
A waterfront fest that’s been going on for over a quarter century, the free festival takes place in July.
Seawall Music Festival
Local and national entertainers gather on the water for this Portsmouth fest that’s been going on for over 45 years.
Folk & Roots
Richmond Folk Festival
Free event held on Richmond’s riverfront over three days in October, featuring dozens of performers and groups from around the…
Red Wing Roots Music Festival
Discover great music in the great outdoors at this June music festival in Mount Solon.
Galax Old Fiddlers' Convention
The world’s oldest and largest Old Fiddlers’ Convention takes place in Galax each August.
Appaloosa Music Festival
Great tunes, a vendor market, camping, and VIP perks are all on the agenda for this Front Royal fest in August.
Tazewell County Old Time & Bluegrass Fiddlers' Convention
A weekend of fun in July at the Historic Crab Orchard Museum’s Pioneer Park.
All About Jazz
Richmond Jazz and Music Festival
Some of the biggest names in jazz and contemporary music perform at Maymont each August, from jazz legends to R&B icons.
Hampton Jazz & Music Festival
Each June brings the legendary festival to the Hampton Coliseum for three days.
Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival
This weekend waterfront festival has been going on for over 40 years at Town Point Park.
Rosslyn Jazz Fest
Groove at this Arlington fest that’s a neighborhood favorite each September.
Season-Long Series
Virginia Arts Festival
Classical, jazz, theater, dance, and the biggest names in music make up the schedule of this Hampton Roads series.
Oceanfront Concert Series
Virginia Beach hosts free concerts all summer long, right by the water.
Shenandoah Valley Music Festival
Summer weekends bring performers from all genres to Orkney Springs for a series of concerts.
Friday Cheers
See up-and-coming artists on Brown’s Island in Richmond at an affordable price, plus local food and drinks.
Family-Friendly Music Festivals in Virginia
Virginia is a renowned destination for music enthusiasts of all genres. The state has numerous…
20+ Virginia Destinations for Music Lovers
From the rolling mountains to the sandy coastal towns, Virginia has been filled with music since its…