Things are heating up here in Patrick County! With some much to see and explore, there’s no better place to visit this summer. Explore the great outdoors, spend the day poolside, or visit one of our many family-friendly events. No matter what you’re looking for, Patrick County has everything you need to make this the best summer ever.
Family Friendly Events
First Friday Summer Jam – The First Friday Summer Jam is perfect for music lovers of all ages. Tucked behind the Stuart Farmers’ Market in downtown Stuart, First Fridays hosts some of the area’s best local bands. June’s concert features local favorite Marcy Horne and the Working Men.
Stuart Beach Music Festival – There’s no better place for some Hot Fun in the Sun! The Stuart Beach Music Festival has been rockin’ and rollin’ at Wayside Park for 43 years. All proceeds from the festival help fund community projects.
Red Bank Ruritans 70th Celebration – Spend a Saturday afternoon celebrating 70 years of volunteering and community service. The Red Bank Ruritans are a devoted group of volunteers who work to help and improve their community. Their 70th celebration will feature live music, food, face painting, and a bouncy house for kids to enjoy.
Bushels and Barrels – The perfect event for lovers of craft beer, local wine, and delicious food. Bushels and Barrels is a two-day event held at the historic Reynolds Homestead. Friday night features a carefully crafted farm-to-table dinner and live music from the jazz ensemble Jamie & Friends. Saturday features an assortment of local wineries, breweries, and food trucks with four bands performing throughout the evening.
4th of July Weekend
Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration – Don your red, white, and blue finest and head on over to one of Patrick County’s most beloved annual traditions! The Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration at DeHart Park offers a full day of family-friendly activities, free games, live entertainment, and one of the best fireworks displays in the region.
First Saturday Summer Jam – Come out for a special edition of the First Friday Summer Jam series – STAR SPANGLED SATURDAY! Featuring Slick Jr & the Reactors with Thursday Night Special, this event shouldn’t be missed.
Best Swimming Spots
Dehart Park – Located in Stuart Virginia, the Dehart pool is open 11 am – 6 pm Monday – Friday, 12 pm – 7 pm Saturdays, and 1 pm – 7 pm on Sundays. Admission is free for children three and under. It is six dollars for children under six and senior citizens, and seven dollars for adults.
Fairy Stone State Park – Fairy Stone Park is open daily 8 am – 10 pm. Lifeguards are on duty Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The swimming fee for those days is $4 for kids 3 – 12 years old and $5 for adults. Parking is $7
Deer Run Campground – This campground offers a variety of activities for families and includes an outdoor pool. The entrance fee is $5.
Goosepoint Campground – Enjoy the natural shoreline and clear waters of Philpott Lake. Whether swimming, fishing, or boating, there are endless ways to enjoy the natural beauty of Philpott Lake.