# Festivals in Staunton 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Staunton 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Staunton. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Staunton, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Staunton listed on one platform - we have you covered.

Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us!

## Festivals Events in Staunton

- **Event Name**: Staunton's African American Heritage Festival
  - **Description**: The African-American Heritage & Multicultural Festival will be held September 19-20, 2026 at Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand in Staunton. The festival will feature a variety of food, arts and crafts, musicians, entertainers, and activities that showcase the
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/staunton/stauntons-african-american-heritage-festival/200030003730106
  - **Venue**: Gypsy Hill Park
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- **Event Name**: The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show LIVE at Staunton African American Heritage Festival
  - **Description**: STAUNTON, WAYNESBORO, VA and Surrounding Areas….WE’RE COMING YOUR WAY!!!  GET READY for The Hottest Show Band In The DMV “The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show” will be performing LIVE at the Staunton African American Heritage Festival Gypsy Hill Park 600 C
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 02:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/staunton/the-powerful-quiet-fire-soul-show-live-at-staunton-african-american-heritage-festival/200030411825152
  - **Venue**: Gypsy Hill Park
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  - **Categories**: festivals, entertainment, performances, music, live-music
- **Event Name**: Food Truck Battle
  - **Description**: 🌮🔥 FOOD TRUCK BATTLE FOR A CURE! 💜

Come hungry and ready for some friendly competition! Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks while supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Your appetite can help make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/staunton/food-truck-battle/200030596567546
  - **Venue**: 205 N Central Avenue Staunton Va 24401
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- **Event Name**: Queen City Word Fest
  - **Description**: 📣 Exciting News, Everyone! I know so many of you have been wondering whether the Queen City Word Fest would return to Staunton — and I’m thrilled to say it’s coming back! 🎉 ✨ Save the Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 We’re making a few updates and can’t w
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/staunton/queen-city-word-fest/200029095071423
  - **Venue**: 102 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA, United States, Virginia 24401
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## Trending Events in Staunton

- **Event Name**: Staunton's African American Heritage Festival
  - **Description**: The African-American Heritage & Multicultural Festival will be held September 19-20, 2026 at Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand in Staunton. The festival will feature a variety of food, arts and crafts, musicians, entertainers, and activities that showcase the
  - **Venue**: Gypsy Hill Park
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- **Event Name**: The Tempest
  - **Venue**: American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse
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- **Event Name**: Ales & Rails - Beer Tasting Adventure featuring Pro Re Nata
  - **Description**: All aboard for a craft beer adventure through the Shenandoah Valley!

Join us for Ales & Rails, an exclusive beer tasting experience aboard the Virginia Scenic Railway. Sit back, relax, and take in the views as you sample a curated lineup of premium V
  - **Venue**: 415 Bridge St, Staunton, VA 24401, United States
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- **Event Name**: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein at American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse
  - **Venue**: American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse
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- **Event Name**: The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show LIVE at Staunton African American Heritage Festival
  - **Description**: STAUNTON, WAYNESBORO, VA and Surrounding Areas….WE’RE COMING YOUR WAY!!!  GET READY for The Hottest Show Band In The DMV “The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show” will be performing LIVE at the Staunton African American Heritage Festival Gypsy Hill Park 600 C
  - **Venue**: Gypsy Hill Park
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- **Event Name**: The Tempest - Staunton
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse
🏠 Address: 10 South Market Street, Staunton, VA 24401
🌆 City: Staunton
📍 Location: 38.15, -79.07🎉 Welcome to The Tempest - Staunton, where the impossible becomes possible and d
  - **Venue**: American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse
- **Event Name**: Queen City Mischief and Magic Hogwarts Reunion Banquet
  - **Description**: Feast with your favorite characters at our Hogwarts Reunion Banquet, part of Queen City Mischief and Magic. All ages!About this EventMeet up and dine with your favorite Hogwarts characters! As you enjoy your dinner, they'
  - **Venue**: Hogwarts Dining Hall (McCracken Hall), Trinity Episcopal Church
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- **Event Name**: Witch - The Play - Preview Performance
  - **Venue**: American Shakespeare Center - Blackfriars Playhouse
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- **Event Name**: Sunday Recital with Penelope Shumate, soprano and Lise Keiter, piano
  - **Description**: Join us for a delightful afternoon of music for voice and piano!  Featuring classical, musical theatre, and jazz styles.About this EventPlease join us for the first Sunday Recital of the
  - **Venue**: Francis Auditorium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** Staunton's African American Heritage Festival (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 11:00 am at Gypsy Hill Park), The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show LIVE at Staunton African American Heritage Festival (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at Gypsy Hill Park), Food Truck Battle (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 am at 205 N Central Avenue Staunton Va 24401), Queen City Word Fest (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am at 102 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA, United States, Virginia 24401).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Staunton this weekend September 11–13, 2026?
  - **A:** Food Truck Battle (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 am at 205 N Central Avenue Staunton Va 24401).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Staunton in September 2026?
  - **A:** Staunton's African American Heritage Festival (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 11:00 am at Gypsy Hill Park), The Powerful Quiet Fire 🔥 Soul Show LIVE at Staunton African American Heritage Festival (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at Gypsy Hill Park), Food Truck Battle (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 am at 205 N Central Avenue Staunton Va 24401).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Staunton on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Staunton include Gypsy Hill Park, 205 N Central Avenue Staunton Va 24401, 102 W. Beverley Street, Staunton, VA, United States, Virginia 24401.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Staunton include African American Heritage Festival-Staunton, VA, Quiet Fire Soul Show, The Book Dragon Shop.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Staunton?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Staunton.

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