Spring is in full swing in the Capital Region, and with it comes the vibrant return of festival season. This May, Fairfax County offers wine lovers plenty to raise a glass to, as several wine-focused festivals debut for a sensational start to the summer months.
Enjoy festivals at historic estates, rolling vineyard hills, or even in urban city centers. Here are three you won’t want to miss next month.
🍷Mount Vernon Spring Wine Festival
May 16 – 18, 2025
Enjoy scenic views of the Potomac while relaxing on the East Lawn of President George Washington’s home at the popular Mount Vernon Spring Wine Festival. A ticket gets you unlimited samples from Virginia’s finest wineries, including Fairfax County’s very own two vineyards. Listen to live music by Island Time, enjoy concessions by the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, and get an exclusive peek at the Estate’s Historic Area after hours!
General public tickets range from $50 - $66/ticket. VIP Tables for 12 people available for $1200.
🍷Bull Run Wine Festival at The Winery at Bull Run
May 31 – June 1, 2025
The inaugural Bull Run Wine Festival makes its debut on May 31 & June 1 on the bucolic vineyard property at The Winery at Bull Run. Festival-goers will not only get access to a diverse selection of wines from 16 regional wineries, as well as beer samples from Fairfax County brewery Ono Brewing Co. , but can enjoy daily live music performances, an artisan vendor market, and gourmet offerings from a variety of food trucks. (Can't wait until end of May? Get the festival juices flowin' with a stop at the Winery's Blubell Music Festival on April 27!)
Bonus: a portion of the ticket sales will go to supporting TAPS, a non-profit dedicated to providing care and resources to those grieving a loss in the military or veteran community.
$45/ticket. Save 15% off with this exclusive Visit Fairfax promo code.
🍷Virginia Wine Festival
May 31 – June 1, 2025
The Virginia Wine Festival is kicking off a new era, bringing 30+ wineries to the heart of Tysons in an urban outdoor festival environment. Located at Lerner Town Square, steps from the Tysons Corner Center Metrorail station, Virginia Wine Festival attendees can enjoy unlimited wine samples, a complimentary glass, and live music. Food will be available for purchase on site.
VIP Access is also available, featuring private lounge access and exclusive wine tastings.
General admission tickets start at $55/session or $100/weekend. VIP tickets start at $125/session or $225/weekend.
And this is just the beginning—there are plenty more festivals on the horizon! Be sure to bookmark our events page so you don’t miss a sip of what’s coming next. 😉
