This Weekend: The Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival

Michael Delano | April 19, 2024

Coming this weekend, April 20-21, 2024

The Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival is an annual event held in Leesburg, Virginia every Spring. It’s a vibrant celebration of gardening, landscaping, and outdoor living. If you haven’t been to it yet, now’s your chance.  The festival is this weekend, Saturday, April 20th, from 10 am to 6 pm, and Sunday, April 21st, from 10 am to 5 pm. This vibrant festival is open to the public, free of charge, and takes place rain or shine.

The award-winning Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival is a beloved tradition in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. Experience the picturesque streets of historic Downtown Leesburg transformed into a floral paradise, featuring exquisite flowers, plants, and landscaping. Explore a curated selection of gardening and outdoor living products and services.

Immerse yourself in the festivities, featuring a rooftop beer and wine garden, an enchanting landscape display contest, and three stages of live entertainment. Treat your taste buds to delicious festival food offerings while the kids enjoy the Garden Patch children’s area. With something for everyone, it’s a celebration not to be missed!

What you can expect:

Beautiful Displays: The festival features stunning displays of flowers, plants, and garden designs. Local nurseries, landscapers, and gardening enthusiasts showcase their best work, offering inspiration for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Plant Sales: Numerous vendors offer a wide variety of plants for sale, including flowers, herbs, shrubs, and trees. Whether you’re looking to add some color to your garden or start a new landscaping project, you’ll find plenty of options to choose from.

Gardening Supplies: In addition to plants, the festival usually features vendors selling gardening tools, equipment, and supplies. From shovels and rakes to fertilizers and mulch, you’ll find everything you need to keep your garden in top shape.

Landscaping Ideas: Professional landscapers often set up displays showcasing different garden designs and landscaping techniques. It’s a great opportunity to gather ideas for your own outdoor space and learn about the latest trends in landscaping.

Educational Workshops: Many festivals offer educational workshops and demonstrations on topics such as gardening tips, plant care, and sustainable landscaping practices. Experts are on hand to answer questions and provide valuable advice to attendees.

Family-Friendly Activities: The festival typically offers activities for the whole family, including children’s garden activities, face painting, and live entertainment. It’s a fun day out for garden enthusiasts of all ages.

Food and Drink: No festival is complete without delicious food and refreshing beverages. Food vendors offer a variety of tasty treats, including snacks, sandwiches, and desserts, while beverage stands provide cold drinks to keep you hydrated as you explore the festival grounds.

The Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival is a must-visit event for anyone with a passion for gardening, landscaping, or outdoor living. Enjoy the beauty of nature, discover new plants and gardening techniques, and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts in your community.  We hope to see you there!