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Upcoming Events in Emporia Virginia


September

18 - 21VA0215003e001 - Emporia Virginia Peanut Festival - This 62nd annual family-fun event features a daily carnival with thrilling rides and games for all ages and favorite fair food, live music & DJ entertainment (Friday - Saturday), and additional Saturday festivities including fireworks (9pm), a food court (10am-11pm), parade (11am), Car & Truck Show (noon-4pm), and a farm animal petting zoo, arts & crafts, tractor displays, Southeast Virginia Ancestry Skills, and Living History & Cultural Exhibits (noon-5pm).

Admission, parking and live entertainment are free.

Musical highlights:
• Friday - DJ Andy Lucy (6:30pm); Blackwater Band (7:30-10:30pm)
• Saturday - The Rhythm Express (12:15-3:15pm); DJ Ricky Adams (12:30-5pm); Sons of Earl (4:15-7:15pm); Feature Attraction Band (7:30-10:30pm)

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $30 while supplies last, or online before 5pm Thurs., Sept. 19 at DreamlandAmusements.com for $20, 2/$35 or 4/$60. See the carnival website for advance savings on ride tickets and discount coupons for rides and food.

Midway hours are 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, 1-11pm Saturday, and 1-7pm Sunday on The Armory grounds at 105 School St. No unaccompanied carnival guests under age 21.

For more information, call the Emporia-Greensville Chamber of Commerce at 434-634-9441.

Address: Veteran's Memorial Park, 201 S. Main Street , Emporia, Virginia
Ph: 434-634-9441 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: ontrack@telpage.net
Web: virginiapeanutfestival.com
Fee: Free admission. Ride cost varies.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Hicksford-Emporia Train Depot

Emporia is home to one of the oldest railroad stations in Virginia. The station, which was built in 1908, has been restored to its former glory and now serves as a community center and gathering place for events. (Historic Marker Number UM-44.) "

Emporia, VA Historic Depots

Hicksford-Emporia Historic District

Hicksford-Emporia Historic District, also known as Emporia, is a national historic district located at Emporia, Virginia. The district includes 36 contributing buildings and 2 contributing objects in the Hicksford section of Emporia. In 1848, Hicksford was a stop on the Petersburg Railroad. In 1

Emporia, VA Historic Districts

The Greensville-Emporia Historical Museum

The Greensville-Emporia Historical Museum is a local museum that aims to preserve and showcase the history and heritage of Greensville County and the city of Emporia. The museum features exhibits on the city's rich history, including the Civil War era, the Underground Railroad, and more.

Emporia, VA Museums

Greensville County Courthouse Complex

The Greensville County Courthouse Complex is a historic courthouse center located at South Main Street between Hicksford Avenue and Spring Street in Emporia, Virginia. The Beaux Arts style courthouse was constructed between 1831-32. The portico was added in 1907 with more additions in 1961 and 1997

Emporia, VA Historic Courthouses

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