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Virginia Highlands Festival
Virginia Highlands Festival Review
By far the most popular event here is the Virginia Highlands Festival during the first two weeks of August: 200,000 people come to hear live music performances ranging from bluegrass to opera, to visit the exhibitions of mountain crafts, and to browse among the wares of more than 100 antiques dealers.
- Address: Abingdon, VA | Map It
- Website: www.vahighlandsfestival.org
- Location: Abingdon
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