CULPEPER COUNTY, VA – The Culpeper County Economic Development Office is proud to announce the 28th Annual Culpeper Harvest Days Farm Tour, scheduled for Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. This long-running tradition invites residents and visitors to explore the rich and diverse agricultural community of Culpeper County, located in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The Culpeper Farm Tour is a free, family-friendly, and self-guided event that showcases a variety of working farms and ag-related businesses across the county. Visitors can begin their journey at any participating farm or stop by the Welcome Center at Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises on Route 29.

This year, the Welcome Center will offer even more interactive fun! Enjoy free face painting, antique tractors, the Piedmont Railroaders model train display, and the popular Culpeper Farm Corner featuring local products from Anchor Mere Farm, Azalea Field Flowers, Mystic Hill Farms, Seek Lavender Farm, Sunshine Acres Farm, and Rapidan Fiber Mill. The Culpeper Farm Bureau and CFC Farm & Home Center will also be on-site, along with FFA students from all 4 Culpeper Chapters.

The 10 participating locations reflect Culpeper’s thriving agricultural industry, providing hands-on learning opportunities in sustainable farming, animal care, equestrian events, horticulture, and more. Guests are encouraged to bring a cooler to keep their favorite meats and fresh finds cold throughout the tour.

2025 Participating Farms and Locations Include:

• Bees & Trees Farm – A working farm with honeybee hives, mini donkeys, goats, Christmas trees, and a farm store.
• Cornerstone Horsemanship – Offering ranch horse events and live demonstrations of ranch riding and trail obstacles.
• Gobble Hill Farm – A charming cut flower farm that also hosts seasonal workshops and festive wreath-making events.
• Ironwood Farm – Virginia’s largest Fjord horse farm, known for its top-tier breeding, training, and sales of this versatile breed.
• Kildee Farm – A past Agribusiness of the Year, this farm features vintage equipment, livestock, pumpkins, and more.
• Moving Meadows Farm – A sustainable family farm recognized for daily pasture rotations and famous cinnamon buns.
• Oak Shade Farm – A diversified operation with Christmas trees, woodworking, shiitake mushrooms, honeybees, and more.
• Virginia Bison Co. – Home to a herd of 300 bison on 500 acres, offering bison products and education on sustainable farming.
• Windmill Heights Garden Center – A family-run greenhouse and garden center, often called “Culpeper’s Hidden Treasure.”
• George Washington Carver Center – Featuring exhibits from the Carver Food Enterprise, Extension Office, Friends of the Rappahannock, Rapidan Master Gardeners, and the Carver 4-County Museum.

The tour also highlights single-day agricultural events and the expanded Sips of Culpeper beverage trail, featuring Beer Hound Brewery, Belmont Farm Distillery, Death Ridge Brewery, Far Gohn Brewery, Mountain Run Winery, Old House Vineyard, Old Trade Brewery, and WAR Craft Brewery. Many sites will offer food, snacks, and goods for sale—plants, meats, herbs, baked treats, and handmade crafts.

Don’t Miss the Farm Tour Passport!

Pick up your Farm Tour Passport at any location, collect stamps at each stop, and submit your completed passport for a chance to win a gift card from a participating farm. One lucky participant will win a grand prize basket full of locally made products!
For more information, follow @CulpeperFarmTour on Facebook or visit www.CulpeperFarmTour.com.
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Choose Culpeper Farms:
The Culpeper Harvest Days Farm Tour is part of the award-winning Choose Culpeper Farms initiative by the Culpeper County Department of Economic Development. This program connects residents with fresh, local products, supports agriculture-based education and community events, and includes the Sips of Culpeper trail to help visitors explore Culpeper’s handcrafted beverage offerings.

Sips of Culpeper:
Finish your weekend at one of Culpeper’s 8 participating wineries, breweries, and distilleries. Sips of Culpeper invites you to explore the area’s unique flavors and earn exclusive rewards as you sip your way through the county.