It's Lawn Party Season in Rockingham County!

When summer rolls around in Rockingham County, Virginia, so does one of the region’s most cherished traditions—lawn party season. These lively community gatherings are a hallmark of the Shenandoah Valley summer, drawing friends, families, and neighbors together for food, fun, and festivities.

What Is a Lawn Party?

In Rockingham County, a lawn party isn’t just a casual picnic—it’s a full-fledged community celebration. Typically hosted by local fire departments, Ruritan clubs, and other volunteer groups, these events feature live music, delicious food, games, rides, and often fireworks. They’re a great way to kick back on a warm evening, run into people you haven’t seen in a while, and experience the heart of small-town life.

But lawn parties are more than just a good time. Many of them serve as major fundraisers, helping volunteer organizations raise money for their essential services and community projects. When you grab a funnel cake or take a spin on the Ferris wheel, you’re not just having fun—you’re giving back to the people who help keep these communities running.

What to Expect

• 🎶 Live Music from local bands and regional favorites

• 🍔 Food Vendors offering everything from BBQ and burgers to homemade pies

• 🎡 Rides & Games for kids and adults alike

• 🎆 Fireworks (at some events!)

• 🎟️ Raffles, Bingo, Parades, and more depending on the event

Every lawn party has its own unique character, but the common thread is a welcoming, family-friendly vibe that showcases the best of Rockingham County’s community spirit.

2025 Rockingham County Lawn Party & Festival Lineup

Here’s a look at some of the standout events happening this summer. Mark your calendars—lawn party season is packed from June through August!

 June

• Cave Fest at Cave Hill Farms Brewery – June 8

• Weyers Cave Vol. Fire Co. Lawn Party – June 8

• Singers Glen Lawn Party & Parade – June 13–15

• Tenth Legion/Mountain Valley Lawn Party – June 13–14

• Grottoes Party in the Park – June 14

• Timberville Lawn Party – June 19–21

• Briery Branch Lawn Party – June 21–22

• Keezletown Lawn Party – June 21

• West Rockingham Ruritans Summer Celebration – June 28

 July

• Massanutten Summer Jam – July 3

• Broadway Red, White & Brew – July 6

• Mt. Crawford Lawn Party – July 10–12

• FredFest Music Festival – July 11–13

• Bridgewater Fire Co. Lawn Party – July 16–19

• Fulks Run Ruritan Truck & Tractor Show – July 19

• Fulks Run Ruritan Lawn Party – July 24–26

• McGaheysville Fire Co. Lawn Party – July 25

August

• Grottoes Vol. Fire Lawn Party – August 1–3

• Bergton Fair – August 5–9

• Elkton Field Day – August 6–9

• Rockingham County Fair – August 11–16

Whether you’re grabbing a funnel cake in Timberville, dancing to live bluegrass in Singers Glen, or catching fireworks in Fulks Run, lawn party season is your ticket to summertime magic in the Shenandoah Valley. Here's a schedule to remind you of all the fun events going on! 

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