Renowned as the heart of Virginia’s Hunt Country, Middleburg offers a variety of equestrian events throughout the year, including the Middleburg Spring Races, but it’s also a well-known destination for the arts with events such as the Middleburg Film Festival. And, of course, Christmas in Middleburg draws thousands of visitors, who line the streets each year to watch the parade and the Middleburg Hunt & Hounds Review. Check the calendar below to find out what’s happening around town.
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October 2019
American Academy of Equine Art 39th Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America
Please join us Sept. 20-Oct. 26 at the new MFHA headquarters in Middleburg, Virginia, for the 39th American Academy of Equine Art Annual Open Juried Exhibition. This show features original 2- and 3-dimensional work from the finest equine artists in North America. Get more details at aaea.net.
Find out more »American Academy of Equine Art 39th Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America
Please join us Sept. 20-Oct. 26 at the new MFHA headquarters in Middleburg, Virginia, for the 39th American Academy of Equine Art Annual Open Juried Exhibition. This show features original 2- and 3-dimensional work from the finest equine artists in North America. Get more details at aaea.net.
Find out more »American Academy of Equine Art 39th Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America
Please join us Sept. 20-Oct. 26 at the new MFHA headquarters in Middleburg, Virginia, for the 39th American Academy of Equine Art Annual Open Juried Exhibition. This show features original 2- and 3-dimensional work from the finest equine artists in North America. Get more details at aaea.net.
Find out more »“Leading the Field: Ellen Emmet Rand” at the National Sporting Library & Museum
In 1936, on the heels of painting an official presidential portrait of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Ellen Emmet Rand held a solo exhibition. Though she had been a professional portrait artist for over three decades, this show was a departure from the paintings of captains of industry, socialites, artists and children for which she had become known. The exhibit "Sporting Portraits" was held at The Sporting Gallery & Bookshop in New York City, and subjects included well-known sporting figures such as…
Find out more »“Blue Ridge Harmony” at The Byrne Gallery
The Byrne Gallery in Middleburg is proud to present “Blue Ridge Harmony,” a new exhibit for the month of October that celebrates Gerald Hennesy’s latest oil on canvas landscapes of verdant pastures, woodland views and the beauty of the Virginia countryside. This exciting one-man exhibition will showcase local scenes of both Loudoun and Fauquier counties and feature Goose Creek, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sky Meadow and the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers. There will a special reception for…
Find out more »Burgers & Brews at Gentle Harvest
Every Wednesday from noon-7 p.m., enjoy any regular burger and a draft beer for only $10.99.
Find out more »Gallery Talk at the National Sporting Library & Museum
Join NSLM every Wednesday at 2 p.m. for a personalized peek at traveling exhibitions, new acquisitions or permanent collections pieces. No two talks are alike. Reservations are not required and admission is free!
Find out more »Middleburg Film Festival
Annual 4-day film festival taking place throughout the town of Middleburg. A carefully curated selection of films screen in intimate theatre venues, followed by fascinating Q and A’s with world-renowned filmmakers, actors, and other special guests. Films include Academy Award contenders, first-class foreign language films, independent gems and riveting documentaries. Other highlights include a concert honoring a renowned film composer or songwriter, “Wine & Conversation” at local wineries, “Fireside Chats” with filmmakers and actors, farm-to-table dinners, and parties. The festival…
Find out more »American Academy of Equine Art 39th Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the Masters of Foxhounds Association of America
Please join us Sept. 20-Oct. 26 at the new MFHA headquarters in Middleburg, Virginia, for the 39th American Academy of Equine Art Annual Open Juried Exhibition. This show features original 2- and 3-dimensional work from the finest equine artists in North America. Get more details at aaea.net.
Find out more »“Leading the Field: Ellen Emmet Rand” at the National Sporting Library & Museum
In 1936, on the heels of painting an official presidential portrait of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Ellen Emmet Rand held a solo exhibition. Though she had been a professional portrait artist for over three decades, this show was a departure from the paintings of captains of industry, socialites, artists and children for which she had become known. The exhibit "Sporting Portraits" was held at The Sporting Gallery & Bookshop in New York City, and subjects included well-known sporting figures such as…
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