Mount Vernon Special Events

Mount Vernon offers so many exciting activities all spring and summer long. Any of these special events are a great way to experience something unique and engaging. What better way to get to and from Mount Vernon than aboard an informative and fun Spirit of Mount Vernon Cruise? Make a day of it and you’ll surely take home an unforgettable memory.

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2010 Mount Vernon Special Event Schedule

Enjoy these great special events taking place at historic Mt. Vernon.

Colonial Market & Fair, September 18 & 19

This weekend Mount Vernon hosts the Colonial Market & Fair. Some of America's finest craftspeople demonstrate 18th-century crafts and sell traditional wares such as baskets, woodcarvings, tin & ironwork, leatherworkings, weavings, paper-cuttings, and furniture. The event also features lively 18th-century entertainment including music, fire-eating, sword-swallowing, puppet & magic shows, plus hearty specialty food for sale. NOTE: This weekend only - Photo Sightseeing Cruises, once at Mount Vernon, are free of charge. The Excursion trips to and from Mount Vernon are standard price.

Fall Harvest Family Days, October 23 & 24

This weekend, Mount Vernon hosts Fall Harvest Family Days! Celebrate the harvest season with FREE horse-drawn wagon rides and a straw bale maze at the George Washington Pioneer Farmer site. There will also be an opportunity to meet General Washington and learn how to dance 18th-century style plus outdoor cooking demonstrations and concessions. NOTE: This weekend, Photo Sightseeing Cruises, once at Mount Vernon, are free of charge. The Excursion trips to and from Mount Vernon are standard price.