Free events in Berryville, VA

The Noontime Cantata Series presents Johann Sebastian Bach’s cantata “Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden,” BWV 47, with soprano Amy Nicole Broadbent, bass Edmund Milly, and organist Kevin Biggins Jr. An organ prelude is also included, with its program to be announced. The series is supported by the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, with underwriting from Robert Beizer and the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation.

The Noontime Cantata Series presents “Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden,” BWV 47. Amy Nicole Broadbent performs as soprano, Edmund Milly as bass, and Kevin Biggins Jr. on organ. The program also includes an organ prelude, to be announced. Support for the series comes from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

The Pocket Open Mic offers performers a fully backlined stage with a drum kit, professional lighting, and a sound engineer, along with a welcoming community. Limited advance performance sign-ups open weekly, and walk-in sign-ups are handled through a lottery.

Enjoy a salsa and bachata dance social with music, a free weekly salsa or bachata class, and social dancing afterward. The event welcomes both experienced dancers and beginners, with instructors and DJs from the DMV, free entry, and drink specials. The venue offers space for dancing and a sound system.

Enjoy line dancing lessons followed by open dancing, with Cynthia guiding dancers of all experience levels. All ages are welcome, and children must be supervised by an adult. Outside food and drinks are not permitted, but food and beverages are available for purchase at the restaurant.

Acoustic music from singer-songwriter Laurie Blue sets the tone for shopping fresh and local at Leesburg Farmers Market.

Cars Changing Lives hosts the 2nd Annual Car Show at Warren County Fairgrounds, sponsored by Auto Care Clinic. Vehicle registration is free with no pre-registration required, and participants can enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts. The show features awards, dash plaques, door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, music, vendors and more. The Ruritan food booth will be open for purchases, cash only. Participation supports the mission of providing free, safe and reliable vehicles to people in need. Rain cancels the event.

Enjoy a seasonal gathering with wood smoked barbecue from Bushtail's Brand 13 BBQ and a variety of participants. There will be 25 vendor spaces featuring nature and pet themed participants, nonprofit organizations, snack food businesses, and home related businesses, with additional options under a new 20 by 40 pavilion. Admission is free, the event is family friendly and pet friendly, and it will be held rain or shine. Free adult entry tickets include a family door prize entry, with the drawing taking place in the store. Vendor applications are pinned to the top of the Bushtail Creek Unique Gifts Facebook page, and spaces are offered with reasonable fees and options. For vendor inquiries, contact owner Lizette Pierce or reach out via the Bushtail Creek Unique Gifts Facebook page.