# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Appalachian Trail Days Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: We are so excited to see you soon, ​May 15-17, 2026!

The Appalachian Trail Days Festival is the biggest event of the year in Damascus and the world's largest celebration of the Appalachian Trail and hiker culture! Each year in May, the town swells to an estimated 25,000 people for the festival. You can expect a grand reunion of thru-hikers past and present, over a hundred vendors of handmade goods and some of the best outdoor gear in the industry, a packed schedule of live music and events, and a large crowd of trail supporters and hiking enthusiasts.

​Trail Days is always the weekend after Mother's Day, rain or shine. The Town-wide Yard Sale is always the weekend before Trail Days. Trail Days is free to attend, with a gate fee for overnight camping at Tent City.

More information on all things Trail Days at https://visitdamascus.org/traildays/.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/damascus/appalachian-trail-days-festival/200029708882625
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, festivals, music, live-music, entertainment, trekking, camping
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3122

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Damascus
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 202 South Beaverdam Avenue
- **lat**: 36.6346
- **long**: -81.79176
- **full address**: 202 South Beaverdam Avenue, 311 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus, VA 24236, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Appalachian Trail Days Festival
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Appalachian Trail Days Festival being held?
  - **A:** Appalachian Trail Days Festival takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 202 South Beaverdam Avenue, 311 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus, VA 24236, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Appalachian Trail Days Festival?
  - **A:** Appalachian Trail Days Festival is organized by Appalachian Trail Days Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Appalachian Trail Days Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Damascus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 3,100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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