HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2018-03-27 Flower and Garden Festival
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
March 27, 2018
Media Contact:
Betsy Arnett, Public Information Officer
barnett@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2734
Flower & Garden Festival Returns to Downtown Leesburg on
April 21 and 22, 2018
Leesburg, VA (March 27, 2018) – Historic Leesburg will
once again be in full bloom as lush landscapes and
gorgeous gardens fill the streets. On April 21 and 22,
over 120 vendors will be on display featuring landscape
designs, gardening supplies, outdoor living items, plants,
flowers, herbs, and so much more! Stroll the streets and
take in the sights and sounds of springtime. Whether
gathering ideas for your new outdoor patio, stocking up
on gardening supplies, or searching for a perfect gift for
the avid gardener in your life, this event will have
something for everyone! The event runs from 10:00 a.m.
to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Sunday.
Festival goers can take a break from exploring the
treasures vendors have to offer by stepping inside the
beer garden located on the Town Green. Here, they can
relax and sample ice cold brews from around Loudoun
County and beyond.
The Flower and Garden Festival will host two entertainment stages. The Main Stage, located on
the Loudoun County Courthouse grounds, will feature acoustic performers all day on Saturday
and Sunday. The music kicks off on Saturday with local favorite Gary Smallwood. In front of the
Main Stage is a great place to sit under a tree, take in the tunes, and s avor a tasty treat from
one of the many food vendors onsite.
The second stage is all about our younger festival attendees and is located in the Children’s
Area on Cornwall Street. The Children’s Stage will feature interactive, live entertainment all day
Saturday and on Sunday afternoon. In addition to the entertainment, children can paint large
wooden animal cut outs, decorate flower pots, or participate in one of the other crafts available
in this area.
While at the festival, visitors can vote for their favorite landscape display in the People’s Choice
Landscape Competition. Ballots can be picked up at the entrance booths or at the Gazebo.
Completed ballots should be placed in the birdhouse at the Gazebo by noon on Sunday so that
the winner can be announced that afternoon.
The Flower and Garden Festival is Leesburg’s unofficial start to the spring season, so be sure to
join your friends and neighbors for this award-winning “Best Community Event.” It’s an annual
event and a perennial experience!
There is a $3 suggested donation per person. Donations can be made at the festival entrance
booths. To see photos from past festivals, check out our Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/flowerandgarden. For more information about this event, call Ida Lee Park
Recreation Center at 703-777-1368 or visit www.flowerandgarden.org. While at the festival, be
sure to visit the shops and restaurants in downtown Leesburg. A business directory can be
found at www.downtownleesburgva.com.
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