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Save the Date!

October 7-9, 2022

A family-friendly festival to celebrate the heritage and history of Appomattox County and its citizens.

A Two-Day Festival in Downtown Appomattox on Main Street

We are dedicated to continuing this historic celebration and encouraging members of the community to utilize their gifts and talents for the service of the community

Parade
Food
Arts & Crafts
Live Bands
Train Exhibits
Fine Art Show
Fireworks
Activities for the entire family

Next Board Meeting:

Wednesday, August 24, 2022
6:00 pm

County Office on Morton Lane

Unable to attend but still interested in the success of the festival?

Upcoming Events

Click the event to learn more.
ATM will be available in Courtland Park.

Color Key:
Green = Entertainment
Red = Special Events/Displays
Blue = Music

Monday August 29

Storefront Decorating Contest

Friday October 7

6:00 pm Out of Spite

Saturday October 8

11:00 am - 12:30 pm Southland Band

11:00 am - 12:30 pm Karlee Raye Band

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Joe and Martina

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm One Take

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Uptown Funky Worx

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Social Distance Band

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Confederate Railroad

Sunday October 9

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 369

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Shana & Mason Canada

2:00 pm Teddy Bear Parade

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm New Beginnings Gospel Singers

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm The Worx

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Volunteer

Be an ambassador and continue the festival's success with your passion for community.

If you have a committed interest in Appomattox and want to participate, you can share your knowledge and talents by serving on one of the planning committees:

Art Show
Exhibits & Displays
Street Dance
Sponsorships
Logistics
Car Show
Music
Recreation
Parade
Concessions
Vendors
Advertising
Media
...and more!

Latest Updates

Letter from the President

Miss Virginia USA 2021

2022 Beauty Pageant – CANCELLED

Storefront Decorating Contest Photo

Storefront Decorating Contest

History

A 501(c)(3) Organization

Held the second full weekend in October, this festival commemorates the Norfolk & Western Railroad’s donation of the Appomattox Depot to the Town of Appomattox in 1973.

Mission Statement

To provide a family-friendly and collaborative festival to enhance the heritage and history of Appomattox County and its citizens.

We will ensure the festival is a time for the community to come together, while giving back to the community through scholarships, community outreach and partnerships with local business owners and other non-profits.