Mt. Vernon Wine & Jazz Festival
One of most enjoyable things for many people to do on a beautiful spring evening is to listen to live music and enjoy a nice glass of wine while relaxing on a beautiful lawn.
And the annual Spring Wine Festival and Sunset Tour at George Washington’s Mt. Vernon Estate is once such event.
The gardens at Mt. Vernon will be in full bloom and the views of the Potomac River from the lawn, accompanied by live jazz, should make for a perfect evening of relaxation.
An evening Candlelit Mansion tour is also available and includes a visit to the rarely-visited basement cellar. The ground’s outbuilding can also be toured, but not the wharf, Washington’s tomb, the pioneer farmer site, or the gardens.
Expect an appearance by the General himself, George Washington.
Tickets for all three nights go on sale tomorrow.
Spring Wine Festival and Sunset Tour
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway - 16 miles south of DC
Mount Vernon, VA, 22121 (map it)
Dates and Times - Friday, May 16 - Sunday, May 18, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. nightly
Tickets - $30.00 and are available online at Ticketmaster or by phone at or 703-573-SEAT. This event sells out quickly, so order your tickets ASAP.
Note - No outside food or beverage is allowed. You can purchase a variety of food, desserts, snacks and beverages at Mount Vernon. No tables, pets, Event occurs rain or shine. Designated drivers and under 21 visitors will receive free soft drinks. ID required for purchasing alcohol. This event is designed for adults, not families.
Nearest Metro subway station - Huntington - Yellow line, then catch the Fairfax Connector bus to Mount Vernon.
Images - Flickr - people on blanket, all others - personal collection - © 2008 - Jon Rochetti _____________________________________________
2 Comments
We have these types of events in Toronto on a regular basis and I have to say I’ve never once not thoroughly enjoyed myself at once. The combination of sights, smells and sounds is extremely relaxing.
Plus Justin, this one has some historical significance, being at Georger Washington’s home, which makes it even more fun.