If you aren't going to the beach this month, you might have plenty of company. I was feeling sorry for myself like I do every August when everyone I know goes to someplace north or by the ocean for at least a week or two in August. But this year, it seems like I'm in good company. Plenty of people are sticking close to home—sticking being the operative word here. It's HOT outside.
We love horses out here, and you can come enjoy them too. Whether it's a polo game, a horse show, or a scenic Blue Ridge trail ride, there is something for everyone this month. Polo continues Saturday nights at Great Meadow in the Plains, and at various fields around the county during the day.
Marriot Ranch offers up their Wednesday trail rides if you want to actually ride a horse instead of watch one. At the end of the month, the Warrenton Horse Show is a social tradition.
The end of August is also the time for an abundance of local produce. The farmers markets are particularly fun to visit at this time of year, and some have corn mazes for the kids.
Grapes are ripening and area vineyards host a variety of events for every palate. Playing in Warrenton and other locations, the Bluemont Concert Series features local and national musicians for the very reasonable price of $5 per person admission.
August Calendar of Events
Saturdays at 7:30
Bluemont Concert Series
Old Town Warrenton at Shadowlawn
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St. James Church at 73 Culpeper Street
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, families, neighbors and visitors gather for outdoor Bluemont concerts in Old Town Warrenton. Audiences enjoy world-class jazz, bluegrass, Celtic music, rock, rhythm and blues, Zydeco, African dance, folk music and more. Many people bring picnics to enjoy during the show. People of all ages are welcome. All Bluemont concerts are smoke-free and alcohol is prohibited. Pets are not allowed in the concert areas. Cost: $5 adults; $4 Bluemont Friends & Seniors; $2 kids under 12. For more information call (540) 341-0988 or (703) 777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
Twilight Polo at Great Meadow
The Plains
Sat. 7:00 PM each week.
Polo matches played under the lights; two matches are held every Saturday night (gates open at 6:30 P.M) until September 13th. Enjoy a sampling of the region's best food from Market Salamander and Boss Hawg BBQ both of which can be purchased on site or bring your own picnic. Enjoy a bottle of wine by the flickering fire cressets on the brand new entertainment deck as the polo players gallop by. Tickets at the gate: $20 per carload, or $10 for an individual. For more information and reservations, call the event line at (540) 253-5001, or visit the website: www.greatmeadow.org
Horseback Riding at Marriott Ranches
5305 Marriott Lane
Hume, VA
Wednesdays rides leave at 10 am and return around 3pm. Saddle up for a horseback adventure - for the experienced rider. Cost: $125.00 per person. Reservations required. For reservations or more information call (540) 364-3741 or toll-free (877) 278-4574, or visit www.marriottranch.com.
August 16th
“TGISunsets” On The Winery Patio
Barrel Oak Winery
3623 Grove Lane
Delaplane, VA
Enjoy the sunset from 6 pm to 9 pm with vineyard walks and historic and beautiful sunset vistas featuring great wine and people on their stone patio: More relaxation than you can shake a stick at! For more information call (540) 364-6402 or visit the website at www.barreloak.com.
August 16 & 17
Hot Air Balloon Festival
The Flying Circus Airfield
Rt. 17 and Rt. 644 (Ritchie Road)
Bealeton , VA
The Annual Flying Circus Balloon Festival. Balloon activities will be held both morning and afternoon with the World Famous Flying Circus Airshow being presented each afternoon at 2:30. Take an air balloon ride, or just sit back and enjoy the view. For more information call (540) 439-8661 or visit the www.flyingcircusairshow.com.
August 28-31
Annual Warrenton Horse Show
60 E. Shirley Avenue
Warrenton, VA
One of the oldest hunter/jumper shows in the United States, the four-day event involves horse and rider competitions in classes for hunters, jumpers, junior hunters, ladies side saddle, hunt teams, hunt pairs and field hunters. Don't miss the ever popular terrier races on Hunt Day on Sunday. For more information call (540) 347-9442.
August 16 & 17
Sweet Corn Festival
Cows-n-Corn Farm
5225 Catlett Road
Midland, VA
Open Saturday 10am - 4pm and Sunday 1pm – 4pm! Join the Leonard family at their working dairy farm for fresh, sweet corn! Enjoy this 1,800 acre farm, have an ear of delicious, buttery sweet corn and a cone of creamy homemade ice cream while the kids visit the small animals and expend some energy in the "Play Pasture". Conveniently located off Route 28 - look for the giant 'ear of corn' silo. For more information, call (540) 439-4806, or visit www.cows-n-corn.com. On Aug. 29 the corn maze opens for the fall season and is accessible through early November.
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