Lincoln Strawberry Festival ready for May 17-18

Wegmeyer Farms is hosting its 2nd Annual Lincoln Strawberry Festival taking place from May 17-18, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. This event is open to families, to friends, and to strawberry lovers of all ages to enjoy a weekend of farm-fresh fun, delicious treats, and community spirit at one of Loudoun’s farms, located at 18451 Taylor Road in Hamilton.

The weekend kicks off on May 16 with the BIP (Berry Important Person) Denim Gala fundraiser dinner to benefit the Wegmeyer Foundation. During the weekend, guests will have an opportunity to start the day with a pancake breakfast both Saturday and Sunday before they enjoy the full lineup of festival activities.

“We are thrilled to welcome the community back for another unforgettable weekend celebrating Virginia’s strawberry season,” said Harriet Wegmeyer, Co-Owner of Wegmeyer Farms. “The heart of this festival is giving back to the community. We started the Foundation to make a positive impact in the community by lifting other non-profit organizations and raising money for scholarships for local high school students. The Foundation celebrates community contributors—whether through volunteering or working—that make an impact in their communities. The Foundation follows its mission as it celebrates the natural wonder and taste of the strawberry.”

The Foundation supports Loudoun 4-H, Lincoln Preservation Foundation, Lincoln Elementary School, Roots Grow Wings (Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Loudoun), Lincoln Community League, and Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum. Money raised will be awarded to four high school students making significant contributions in their community as well as the art winner, which will be used in all promotions and displayed during the festival. This year’s art recipient is Cullen Parks, a seventh grader from Harmony Middle School.

Festival Highlights:

• Student Art Contest & Scholarship: Over 180 local students participated in a strawberry-themed art contest earlier this year. The top 12 entries will be on display at the festival. This year’s winner receiving a special scholarship award to support his artistic pursuits is Cullen Parks, a seventh grader at Harmony Middle School. With over 180 entries, this year’s recipient is Harmony Middle School 7th grader Cullen Parks. Farm-Fresh Eats, Farm baked treats (strawberry cookies, muffins, donuts, strawberry shortcake), festival food, etc.
• Strawberry Picking: Fun for the whole family, pick your very own bucket of strawberries to take home. Live Music & Entertainment: Enjoy live performances from local musicians, making for a lively and festive atmosphere.
• Kids’ Activities: Face painting, hayrides, barrel train rides and interactive farm experiences for the little ones.
• Local Vendors & Artisans: Explore handmade crafts, art, home goods, etc.
• Photo Ops & Family Fun: Capture the perfect springtime moment with beautiful farm
  backdrops.
• Event Details: Tickets: admission $15, fees apply for select activities. Pick-your-own
  strawberries are not part of the festival admission, but will take place.

For more information, updates, and pre-purchase options for pick-your-own strawberries, visit Lincoln
Strawberry Festival and follow them on social media: @lincolnstrawberryfestival.