 Leesburg, VA (March
27, 2018) – Historic Downtown Leesburg
will once again be in full bloom as lush landscapes and gorgeous gardens fill
the streets. On April 21 and 22, over 120 vendors will be on display featuring
landscape designs, gardening supplies, outdoor living items, plants, flowers,
herbs, and so much more! Stroll the streets and take in the sights and sounds
of springtime. Whether gathering ideas for your new outdoor patio, stocking up
on gardening supplies, or searching for a perfect gift for the avid gardener in
your life, this event will have something for everyone! The event runs from
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Festival goers can take a break
from exploring the treasures vendors have to offer by stepping inside the beer
garden located on the Town Green. Here, they can relax and sample ice cold brews
from around Loudoun County and beyond.
The Flower and Garden Festival
will host two entertainment stages. The Main Stage, located on the Loudoun
County Courthouse grounds, will feature acoustic performers all day on Saturday
and Sunday. The music kicks off on Saturday with local favorite Gary Smallwood.
In front of the Main Stage is a great place to sit under a tree, take in the
tunes, and savor a tasty treat from one of the many food vendors onsite.
The second stage is all about our
younger festival attendees and is located in the Children’s Area on Cornwall
Street. The Children’s Stage will feature interactive, live entertainment all
day Saturday and on Sunday afternoon. In addition to the entertainment,
children can paint large wooden animal cut outs, decorate flower pots, or
participate in one of the other crafts available in this area.
While at the festival, visitors
can vote for their favorite landscape display in the People’s Choice Landscape
Competition. Ballots can be picked up at the entrance booths or at the Gazebo.
Completed ballots should be placed in the birdhouse at the Gazebo by noon on
Sunday so that the winner can be announced that afternoon.
The Flower and Garden Festival is
Leesburg’s unofficial start to the
spring season, so be sure to join your friends and neighbors for this award-winning
“Best Community Event.” It’s an annual event and a perennial experience!
There is a $3 suggested donation per person.
Donations can be made at the festival entrance booths. To see photos from past
festivals, check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/flowerandgarden. For more information about this
event, call Ida Lee Park Recreation Center at 703-777-1368 or visit www.flowerandgarden.org. While at the festival, be sure to visit the shops and restaurants in
downtown Leesburg. A business directory can be found at www.downtownleesburgva.com.
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