Ditch your alarm and spend a thrilling week celebrating Independence Day in Patrick County, Virginia! Pack your bags for explosive fireworks, vibrant historic tours, and rich live music along the Crooked Road. Cool off in pristine local rivers, loosen your belt for food trucks, and claim your ultimate summer adventure today!
Key Takeaways
- Week-Long Independence Celebrations: Features a diverse lineup of events from June 29th through July 5th, including Revolutionary War camp reenactments and cannons at William Letcher’s Gravesite, military history presentations at Reynolds Homestead, and patriotic events at Fairy Stone State Park.
- Community 4th of July Bashes: Enjoy a cruise-in, live music, and food with the Woolwine Volunteer Fire Department (July 3rd), live music and handmade quilts at Vesta Community Center (July 4th), and the spectacular Town of Stuart Annual 4th of July Firework Show (July 4th night).
- Summer Jam & Food Scene: Catch Slick Jr. & the Reactors at Stuart Farmers’ Market paired with local wine, craft beer, and dining from Pickle & Ash. Experience food trucks and local vendors at the Meadows of Dan Sunset Market.
- Authentic Mountain Music: Immerse yourself in the famous Crooked Road Music Trail with Milepost Music at Mabry Mill on July 5th and July 19th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
- Beat the Heat & Stay: Splash in the county’s pristine rivers or Dehart Park’s pool. Top local accommodation options include Deer Creek Campground, The Oaks RV Resort, or camping out inside Fairy Stone State Park.
Patrick County, VA
Spend the week celebrating American Independence with a week of fun events. Things kick off on June 29th at William Letcher’s Gravesite in Ararat. Learn more about Revolutionary War Camps, see cannons fire, and enjoy a firework display (weather depending). Head over to the Reynolds Homestead on June 30th for a special presentation on military servicemen connected to the Homestead. Fairy Stone State Park will host VA250 events on July 1st-3rd, and July 5th. The Woolwine Volunteer Fire Department will host a patriotic celebration on July 3rd featuring a cruise-in, live music, games, and food. Celebrate July 4th at the Vesta Community Center and enjoy a day filled with live music, games, and beautiful handmade quilts. Head over to the Town to Stuart later that night for the Town’s Annual 4th of July Firework Show.
For music lovers, July is packed with great events! Don’t miss the First Friday Summer Jam featuring Slick Jr. & the Reactors. Relax and unwind at Stuart Farmers’ Market and enjoy a meal from Pickle & Ash, a glass of local wine, or an ice-cold craft beer. Visit the Meadows of Dan Sunset Market on Friday & Saturday for live music, food trucks, and an array of local vendors. Enjoy a taste of the Crooked Road Music Trail at Mabry Mill’s Milepost Music on July 5th and July 19th from 2pm-4pm.
Beat the heat in one of our county’s many rivers or spend the day sunbathing by Dehart Park’s pool. Check out Deer Creek Campground, The Oaks RV Resort, or Fairy Stone State Park for some cool accommodations.
With so much to see and explore, Patrick County is the perfect destination for your next summer adventure. Find our full event calendar and lodging list at visitpatrickcounty.org
