Let it snow. Let it snow. Let it snow outside, because I’m going to be participating in all of the great indoor activities that Loudoun offers during the winter. I’ve never been a fan of cold weather so instead of staying in I thought I’d share some of my favorites to enjoy in Loudoun during the chilly months. Exit Plan Imagine it. You and your...
I don’t know about you, but the thing I think about morning, noon and night is…food. I love food. Mashed potatoes, chips & salsa, popsicles and just about everything else. As soon as I finish breakfast I start thinking about lunch. So when I realized all of the great culinary events in Loudoun this weekend I couldn’t wait to share them with you. Bogota...
We are just a few days into 2017, which means everyone is still fully committed to their New Year’s resolutions. But, if you are like me, those goals to get to the gym daily, call my family more often and spend time curled up with good books will quickly fade away as I get wrapped up in the daily grind of life. Statistics show...
I was going to look up the lyrics to the song everyone sings on New Year’s Eve and post them as the intro to this blog, but I’m not fooling anybody. Does anyone actually know the lyrics to that song? The song lyrics don’t really matter when you are celebrate the coming of the New Year with friends and family, making toasts, thinking about...
361 days later. 2016 is approaching it’s end. Instead of mourning the end of 2016, Loudoun wants to celebrate all of the excited thing that have happened in the past year from the Pokemon Go craze to enjoying new events like Americana Beer Fest and everything in between. Here are some of our favorite photo highlights from 2016: Greenhill Winery & Vineyards Goes to...
It’s finally the weekend many people have been looking forward to! Whether you are ready for the holiday celebrations, visiting with family or just enjoying a day off of work, Loudoun is here to celebrate with you. This weekend offers holiday light displays, wine and food pairings and a gingerbread pancake brunch! Make sure to share your memories with us by using #LoveLoudoun Light...
5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Happy New Year! We may be a little bit early, but with so much going on in Loudoun throughout the holiday weekend we wanted to make sure you are fully prepared for all of the great celebrations. Eat, drink and be merry on New Year’s Even in Loudoun with Lansdowne Resort & Spa, Copperwood Tavern, Jack’s Run Brewing Company...
It’s always great looking forward to another great weekend in Loudoun. This weekend I’m looking forward to a couple of great brunches so let’s talk about brunch. It’s the perfect combination of breakfast and lunch that you get to enjoy with your friends during the late mornings of Saturday or Sunday. And if you’re so inclined, it’s socially acceptable to have a drink or two If...
(This blog was originally posted by Lansdowne Resort & Spa. Find the original blog here) From the holiday music on the radio and lights glistening on the trees to the beautiful window displays at neighborhood stores, there is truly something magical about this time of year. Growing up, the excitement of the holidays revolved around the anticipation of Santa and school vacation but now...
It may only be the second week of December, but I am already immersed in the holiday spirit. With Jingle Bell 5Ks, holiday wine pairings, a cabaret performance titled “Naughty & Nice” and much more, it seems like Loudoun is too! Enjoy your weekend in LoCo with these great events and share your memories with us by using #LoveLoudoun 2016 Jingle Bell Run –...
The holidays are officially upon us and while the season includes delicious treats and parties with family and friends, it also brings colder temperatures and some of the longest days of the year. As a Michigander who then ventured to school in upstate New York, I fully embrace the winter weather and the joys it brings like warm fires, fuzzy socks, hot chocolate and...
It’s finally December!! Bring on the hot cocoa, Elf and Michael Buble holiday songs. For the first weekend of December, Loudoun is bringing the Christmas in Middleburg parade, 9th Annual Lovettsville Christkindlmarkt and a Sparking Wine & Champagne class! Christmas in Middleburg – December 2-4 Start your advent in Middleburg! On the first Saturday in December the community becomes a Christmas experience like no other – Christmas in...
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree. Now I don’t know about you, but when I wrote a letter to Santa it did not include a bird and a pear tree. So instead of the traditional 12 Days of Christmas, we are bringing you the 12 Days of Loudoun. The best part about this...
Virginia Cider Week may have come and gone, but in Loudoun we like to enjoy our cideries all year long! Mt. Defiance Cidery and Distillery, Wild Hare Cider and Corcoran Vineyards and Cider offer delicous cider for you to try. Here are cideries in Loudoun: Wild Hare Hard Cider Wild Hare Cider is a boutique, micro-cidery that started from a desire to hand-craft something,...
It’s Friday! Thank goodness. It’s been a crazy week and I can’t wait to celebrate in Loudoun with some great entertainment from art and music to a comedy show! Don’t forget to share your weekend in Loudoun memories with us by using #LoveLoudoun To the Finish – Until November 27 Make a trip to the National Sporting Library & Museum in Middleburg for The Art...
Growing up, Thanksgiving morning meant waking up to the smell of apple pie being baked in the oven and to the sounds of my mom clinking around the kitchen, working tirelessly to make the perfect meal. I’d slowly roll downstairs, grab a donut and curl up in my beanbag chair to watch the MACY’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. And of course, no Thanksgiving was complete...
Happy Veteran’s Day Weekend! It’s a very special weekend to many friends, families and colleagues. If you are lucky enough, celebrate with your favorite Veteran this weekend in Loudoun with art shows, historic speakers and wine making! Share your memories with us by using #LoveLoudoun Annual Autumn Show 2016 – November 12 & 13 Round Hill potter, David Norton, invites the public to attend...
Election Day is finally here and after months of political commercials, debates and office banter on who will be the next President, the race for the White House is coming to an end. We are still hours away from knowing who will live at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, but some celebrities have already said they will leave the country, pending the results. Instead of renewing...
Happy November! With everyone still catching their breath from the World Series Game this week and counting down the days until Election Day, I think everyone’s ready to have some down time in Loudoun with a glass of wine in hand. Luckily, there are so many great events happening at Loudoun wineries this weekend. Will you Find Your Vine at Sunset Hills Vineyard, 868 Estate...
The following blog was written by Amy Mugford, Communications Program Manager at Loudoun’s Department of Economic Development. The original blog post can be found here. Grape stomping, blind tastings, chocolate pairings, live music and friendly conversations are all experiences I’ve had during my six-year journey visiting the 40 Loudoun wineries on the Visit Loudoun Wine Trail Guide. In addition to excellent wines, a wide...
Boo! Scared you didn’t I? Tis the season for costumes, haunted houses and eating way too much candy. It’s also one of my favorite times of the year! With all that is going on in Loudoun this weekend, I can’t decide what to do! Grab your favorite costume and friends and enjoy: Spooky Cakes – October 29 There are no tricks, only treats at...
It’s the final few days before Halloween. I’ve already planned out my Kim Possible and Little Red Riding Hood costumes and cannot wait to dress up and enjoy the holiday weekend with friends! But, what does my costume choice say about where I will celebrate my Halloween in Loudoun? What does your say? Don’t worry. I’ve figured it all out for you: Superhero It’s...
Happy Friday in Loudoun! It’s a great weekend to celebrate with the Middleburg Film Festival, Air & Scare at Udvar-Hazy or Funky Fusion cooking classes at Salamander Resort & Spa: Middleburg Film Festival – October 21-23 “La La Land”, a romantic musical throwback, starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone will be the Main Stage screening at this year’s Middleburg Film Festival. The Middleburg Film Festival is...
ICYMI: Loudoun wines were honored at the The Loudoun Wine Awards last Friday night at Lansdowne Resort & Spa! Over 100 wines were entered in the competition and winners were given gold or silver medals as well as best in each varietal, Chairman’s Award and more! What better way to celebrate Virginia Wine Month than planning a trip, or two, to Loudoun’s wine country for...
Epicurience Virginia weekend is finally here! I hope that you are as excited as I am to drink delicious Virginia wine, taste local cuisines, hang out with friends and so much more at this year’s festival. Don’t forget to kick off the weekend tonight with the Loudoun Wine Awards. It’s not too late to get tickets to Epicurience Virginia 2016. Here’s what you need...
It’s time for the bi-annual 2016 Loudoun Fall Farm Tour! Spend this weekend (October 15 & 16) taking a free, self-guided tour in the beautiful countryside of rural Loudoun County. This unique experience allows guests to tour and explore farms that are not open to the public year-round. Meet local producers of farm-based products, learn what they do, enjoy local foods for breakfast or...
I hope that most of you are getting ready to celebrate a long weekend with Columbus Day on Monday! Loudoun has plenty to do to entertain you and your family or friends from the Waterford Fair and Virginia Fall Races to winery events and so much more! Here is just a few highlights of what the weekend holds in Loudoun: Waterford Fair – October...
Fall is, of course, about pumpkin carving, fireside sitting and apple picking. But, one of my favorite things about the season is trying all of the new seasonal beers from the breweries on the LoCo Ale Trail. From pumpkin ales to amber lagers, the LoCo Ale Trail has them all. Here is a list of just a few of the Fall beers you can...