The Berryville center is about 11 miles east of Abram's Delight Museum and 11 miles east of Winchester Frederick Historical.
As the hub of the county, Berryville is the place to celebrate annual holidays and events which carry on longstanding community traditions. Each April, deal lovers, vendors, and locals flock to the Downtown Berryville Yard Sales. The Clarke County Farmers' Market also takes place in Berryville on Saturdays from May through October. Each Independence Day, the town celebrates the 4th of July on Berryville's West Main Street, when the Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds come alive with fireworks and family-friendly festivities.
The Summer Steam Show, held by the Shenandoah Valley Steam and Gas Engine Association, is also held at the Ruritan-Clarke County Show Grounds each July. Be sure to visit in mid-August for the Clarke County Fair to take in all the farm, garden, and livestock exhibits, and of course the carnival rides and festival food. The event brings the agricultural community together in a celebration of local pride and culture.
The Watermelon Fest also takes place each September, which draws in big name Bluegrass Acts and their fans.
Whether you are a AAA member, military or government worker, or senior citizen, you will find great hotel discounts at Super 8 by Wyndham Winchester, located near Shenandoah University. Guests at this pet-friendly motel will enjoy free breakfast every day, as well as amenities that include fridges, microwaves, and complimentary wireless internet access. If you plan to stay for a long time, you are also eligible to get a long stay discount at Super 8 by Wyndham Winchester.
If you plan to stick around Berryville for a while and want to enjoy all the comforts of home away from home, consider staying at Towneplace Suites by Marriott Winchester. Here, you'll enjoy apartment style amenities that include kitchens with fridges, microwaves, and stovetops. Guests can log on to wireless internet, free of charge, and can also access the fitness center and outdoor pool.
There's no need to leave the property to dine, as you can pop downstairs to visit the coffee shop and cafe or grab a light meal at the snack bar and deli. You can also wake up to a complimentary continental breakfast. Business travelers will appreciate the on-site dry cleaning and laundry service, express check-out, and business center.
Even in the present, the city remains rooted in its agricultural past. Visit the Barns of Rose Hill, a modern nonprofit venue located in downtown Berryville that was made from two historic, early twentieth century dairy barns. The unique building exudes warmth and vitality and plays host to everything from private events like weddings and receptions to arts exhibitions, classes, and music.
At the Barns of Rose Hill Performance Hall, you can enjoy high-quality local, national, and international musical acts as diverse as bluegrass, roots, folk, Americana, blues, Celtic, jazz, classical, and much more. With free admission, you can also visit the upper and lower galleries at the Barns at Rose Hill for artist receptions, gallery openings, and inspiring artworks from local, national, and international artists. Many programs held at the center are free of charge.
The Barns at Rose Hill also host film screenings in the Performance Hall, bringing thought-provoking discussion with partner organizations and filmmakers that enrich the community. Don't miss the weekly jam sessions that keep traditional folk music alive and thriving. Bring your instrument and jump into the old-time, bluegrass, and Celtic jams each Thursday evening, or just sit back and enjoy the improvisational tunes.
If you're looking for a historic destination away from it all, head to Berryville. Its diminutive size only serves to heighten its natural beauty and appeal, as well as endless arts and cultural and outdoor activities.