Check Out These Winery Events in August - Northern Virginia Magazine

As Taylor Swift's iconic song "August" says, "August sipped away like a bottle of wine." Sip away at these seven wineries as they host events that range from live music to a low country boil to a crocheting workshop.  

Listen to Live Music 

August 13 and August 20, 2–5 p.m. 

Enjoy the sound of live music at Three Fox Vineyards & Brewery this month. August 13 brings solo artist Kevin Caffrey on the guitar. On August 20, you can hear the father-daughter duo band, The Cold North. They play a variety of styles on the guitar, ukulele, and banjo. The venue is dog-friendly, so feel free to bring the pooch. 10100 Three Fox Ln., Delaplane 

Enjoy Sunday Brunch 

August 13, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. 

Potomac Point Winery has a recurring Sunday brunch, with the next one happening on August 13. You can eat indoors at the D'Vine Lounge, on the outdoor courtyard, or on the veranda. Menu items change as the seasons change. The true standouts are the sparkling wine offerings that include mimosas, bellinis, or Moscato sunrises. 275 Decatur Rd., Stafford 

Chill to the Sounds of Adam Ruggieri 

August 19, 2–5 p.m. 

Philip Carter Winery hosts live music throughout August. Adam Ruggieri plays guitar on August 19. Robbie Limon and Luke Andrews are on the August calendar, too. 4366 Stillhouse Rd., Hume 

Learn to Crochet  

August 20, 3–5 p.m. 

If you haven't crocheted before but have always been interested in trying, you'll learn everything you'll need to make a drink coaster at Barrel Oak Winery's class. The workshop with Koroleva Krafts will teach the basics while you sip. The $45 workshop is for adults only and guests over 21 get one glass of select Barrel Oak wine. 3623 Grove Ln., Delaplane, $45 per person 

Chow Down at a Wine Country Boil 

August 25, 6:30–9:30 p.m. 

Celebrate Stone Tower Winery's ninth anniversary with a seafood feast. Enjoy a glass of wine, appetizers, a bucket of the low country boil feast, and the sunset. Dessert is also included. For an additional $18, you can upgrade and add a lobster. Reservations required. 19925 Hogback Mountain Rd., Leesburg, $75 per person 

Dog Days 

August 26, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. 

Get ready for Dog Days at Breaux Vineyards. The semi-annual event promotes dog and cat adoptions and brings the furry friends to the winery. The $38 Wine and Whiskers Yoga event includes a free wine tasting, while the Paint Your Own Dog Paint and Sip event costs $50 and also includes a free wine tasting. You'll need to leave your pet with somebody during these events. There will be live music, a longest tail contest, a best dog trick contest, and a contest to see who looks most like his four-legged friend. 36888 Breaux Vineyards Ln., Purcellville 

Wine Tasting 

August 27, three seatings 

Try three vintages of Vint Hill Winery's signature red blend, Enigma, including its not-yet-released 2021 wine and the 2022 out of the barrel. Along with the tasting, each guest gets a charcuterie box. Tickets are available for sessions at 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. Seating for each is limited to 20 guests. Make reservations. 7150 Lineweaver Rd., Warrenton, $45 per person 

Feature image courtesy Stone Tower Winery

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