Wine down October 5, 2024
11am - 6pm
30+ Virginia wineries, Distillers,& Craft Brewers. Live Music. 100 Craft Vendors. Food Trucks. Let's do this...
Powhatan knows how to uncork and unwind. Party in the streets with 8,000 of your closest friends while tasting the best Virginia has to offer. Help us celebrate the 20th Festival of the Grape with reds, whites, roses, and a few sparkling surprises.
Experience
Virginia Wine
WINE, CIDER, MEAD, BEER, SPIRITS
Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape showcases the best of Virginia wine. We also invite Virginia spirits, cideries, and breweries to join in on the fun. Stay tuned as we confirm this year’s lineup.
Live Music
It wouldn’t be a wine festival without good music! The powgrape stage is always rocking with some of the best bands in Virginia. Stay tuned for our 2024 lineup!
Your Festival Emcee
Bill Bevins
There is no Emcee like Bill Bevins! Bill has been with us at every single festival, and "couldn't imagine not being there and being involved!"
Vendors
For Festival acceptance, please complete the online application using these links:
Applications will close on August 31, 2024, or when each category is full. Be sure to secure your spot early!
Food Court
Good food is not hard to find at The Festival of the Grape! We round up a variety of local food trucks to join the food court each year. You can also dine at The County Seat.
Location: Historic Courthouse Village, 3860 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, VA 23139
If you are interested in being a vendor at the Festival please click one of application links found under the Vendor tab at the top of this webpage. Applications for both CRAFT vendors & Chamber MEMBER vendors may be found there.
Should you have other questions not answered in the FAQS please contact the Chamber office by calling 804.598.2636.
FAQ
When are vendor applications available?
Generally around March of each year.
Can I bring my dog to the festival?
Service dogs only. This is a crowded event and we want to keep your pup safe!
What about parking?
At each entrance to the festival, you'll see directions to our parking lots. Parking attendants will guide you.
We also have parking at Powhatan Elementary School (4111 Old Buckingham Road).
Can I bring a cooler?
Outside food and beverage is not allowed at the event. Wine can be purchased by the bottle and consumed on festival grounds. Plus, we'll have plenty of food vendors to keep you satisfied!
Can I get a Ticket refund?
No refunds are offered on tickets.