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231 Fest 2024

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    Sun, September 8, 2024 (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Castle Hill Cider
6065 Turkey Sag Road
Keswick, VA 22947
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Wine, beer, and cider tastings; local live music; food trucks; craft vendors; and VIP experience - all for a great cause!

Enjoy a taste of Virginia’s premier craft beverage scene in Keswick, Virginia along the Route 231 craft beverage cooridor. Spend the day on the stunning grounds of Castle Hill Cider enjoying wine, beer, and cider tastings along with delicious food trucks, live music, local artisans and a kids area! Presented by Castle Hill Cider in benefit of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.


Sunday, September 8th

12-5pm

*VIP admission begins at 11am*

Rain or shine event


Ticket Types:

General Access - $64

• A tasting from each participating winery, brewery and cidery

• A festival logo tasting glass

• Live Music acts

• Access to Food Trucks, Local Vendors, Activities and more


VIP Admission - $94

Enjoy the VIP experience throughout 231 Fest. Here are the details, with more to be announced:

  • includes all General Access perks, plus:
  • Early festival access at 11am - one hour prior to General Admission ticket holder
  • Exclusive access to our VIP lounge in the air conditioned Loft, including private bathroom, and sweeping views of the festival and landscape.
  • Curated experiences to be announced.
  • Soft seating near the Festival Stage (limited seating; first come first serve).
  • 15% off Castle Hill bottle purchases

Designated Driver - $15

Kids Ticket (age 5-20) - $7



V IP & GA Tickets include tastings from:

Route 231 trail wineries, breweries, and Castle Hill Cider!


Local Live Music on The Festival Stage

Ramona and the Holy Smokes

The Judy Chops


Food Trucks

The CARTcuterie Company

The Catering Outfit

Kona Ice

Saltys Lobster & Co.

Twisted Biscuit

Try Fabulous Foods


Shop Local!


ACT3 Explorations

All About The Beverage

Amy’s Ivy

Back Pocket Provisions

Blueberries & Tea

By Sasha Lashae, LLC

Camille Gerrick Art

The Crafter Bar

Em's Gems

The Fine Grainery

Fort Blenheim Candle & Clay Works

Gregory Britt Design

Hand Painted Creations

It’s the Little Things

Lilly Bow Chic

Pink Confetti Co.

Sentimental Twilight

Wildflour Sourdough


Activities!

Croquet, Cornhole, and more!


For a Good Cause!

In addition to sponsorship funds raised, a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank.


Just for Kids!

Face Painting

Arts & Crafts

Treasure Chest of Prizes

Big Connect Four Game


Thank You To Our Sponsors!
More information:
Find out more here

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  • Castle Hill Cider
  • Things to do in Keswick, VA
  • Virginia Wine & Food Events
  • Keswick Wine & Food Events