Virginia is full of cozy neighborhoods perfect for a romantic weekend or a few days to recharge. One of the most charming small towns to visit in Virginia is Lucketts, a creative hamlet filled with beautifully curated vintage shops, local wineries, and breweries that bring people together year-round for concerts and seasonal events.
Planning a fun-filled day trip to Virginia or making Lucketts a getaway of its own is easy. Washington Dulles International Airport is just 24 miles away, and the hamlet is about an hour from Washington, D.C., and just over an hour from Baltimore. While Lucketts doesn’t have hotels, the quaint Leesburg Colonial Inn is only about 10 minutes away and decorated with antique furnishings that match the Lucketts vibe. For something more luxurious, Lansdowne Spa — about 20 minutes from the hamlet — is also a relaxing spa resort worth the splurge.
Once you’re settled, head into Lucketts with some shopping bags and get ready to browse for vintage treasures. Lucketts Store is a beloved spot: an antique shop dating back to 1879 where visitors say they can spend hours exploring. Around the holidays, its annual Holiday House event transforms a 100-year-old farmhouse into a floor-to-ceiling Christmas display, with every piece for sale and tickets starting at $25. After shopping, the store invites you to grab a glass of local wine and unwind by its fireplace.
Libby’s Vintage Boutique is another favorite for its handmade jewelry, refreshed furniture, and fun retro pieces that feel personal and full of character. Rust & Feathers is equally charming, with shelves full of antiques and home accents that make you want to redecorate your whole space — or at least take home a small piece of Lucketts charm.
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Sip wine, enjoy music, and discover quirky local charm
Aerial view of the Creek’s Edge Winery – Creek’s Edge Winery / Facebook
Some of the best vineyards in Virginia are tucked around Lucketts, making it easy to spend a whole afternoon sipping wine and enjoying the countryside. Creek’s Edge Winery is one of the most scenic spots, set inside a wooden Amish-designed house with a wide lawn perfect for picnics. Order a plate of lobster risotto cakes or butter toffee truffles, then settle in at a picnic table or play a few lawn games with a glass in hand. The winery hosts live music several nights a week, ideal for a sunset dinner or a relaxed evening with friends. Full-on party nights are also frequent: its autumnal “Harvest Hoedown” features line dancing lessons, a country DJ, and plenty of local energy.
Vanish Farmwoods Brewery is another favorite, known for its craft beers and playful seasonal specials — like its Pumpkin Chai Latte amber lager (yes, that’s a beer). The brewery’s calendar is packed with quirky events for every crowd: a cowboy-themed murder mystery night, a “Pokémon” card show, and even cat bingo. Add in live music most evenings, ranging from mellow acoustic acts to upbeat country bands, and it’s clear this spot keeps things fun.
If you’re staying in the area longer, you’ll have no trouble finding a new vineyard or brewery to visit each day — combined with events full of local charm. Fabbioli Wine Cellars hosts trivia nights, a cider festival, and a holiday market featuring s’mores by the fire, plus a sparkling wine and dessert event for those with a sweet tooth. Blue Frog Vineyards keeps weekends lively with live music every Saturday and Sunday, and its “tailgate-to-go” packs let you mix and match wines, ciders, and charcuterie for wherever the day takes you.
Enjoy world-class music in Lucketts, from bluegrass to rock
An open-air concert at Tarara Winery – Tarara Summer Concert Series / Facebook
While there’s plenty of live music at the area’s breweries and vineyards, you can also join the festivities right in the hamlet. Lucketts Bluegrass is something special — a weekly bluegrass concert held in the historic schoolhouse. The concerts have regularly taken place every Saturday night for the past 50 years, making it the longest continually running bluegrass concert series in the world. The nonprofit Lucketts Bluegrass Foundation now runs the event, with local volunteers helping to keep the tradition alive each week.
The Tarara Concert Series is another favorite, hosted at Tarara Winery and running for 19 weeks from May to September each year. The lineup spans nearly every genre, featuring bands from across the country. Bring a picnic blanket, grab a burger and a local brew from the food trucks, and settle in for a night of music under the Virginia sky.
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