Amissville Carnival June 26: Fire Rescue Fundraiser Guide
Rides, games, parade, and classic carnival food support Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue — here's everything you need to know
Amissville's Annual Carnival Is Back for Summer 2026
One of Rappahannock County's most beloved community traditions returns on Friday, June 26, 2026: the Amissville Carnival and Parade, hosted by the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue at 14711 Lee Highway in Amissville, Virginia.
This annual fundraiser is exactly what a summer community carnival should be — rides, games, classic carnival food, and a parade winding through the heart of a small Virginia town. Proceeds go directly to supporting Amissville's volunteer firefighters and rescue squad, so every funnel cake and ride ticket you buy helps keep the community safe.
What to Expect
The carnival features the full lineup you'd hope for from a classic small-town summer event:
- Carnival rides for kids and adults
- Games and activities throughout the fairgrounds
- Classic carnival food — think fried favorites, sweet treats, and everything that makes summer taste right
- A community parade through Amissville
- Community celebrations and local camaraderie that you just don't find at bigger events
This is a grassroots, community-run event — the kind that feels genuinely local rather than commercially produced. For visitors from the DC metro area, it offers a window into real rural Virginia life that's every bit as memorable as a winery visit.
Supporting Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue
The carnival serves as a major fundraiser for the Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue, which provides emergency services to this rural corner of Rappahannock County and surrounding areas. Volunteer fire and rescue companies in Virginia depend heavily on community fundraisers to fund equipment, training, and operations — so attending this event is both fun and genuinely meaningful for the region.
Pair It With a Sperryville Day Trip
Amissville sits along US-211 (Lee Highway) between Warrenton and Sperryville — making it an easy add-on to a broader Blue Ridge day trip. Spend the afternoon exploring Sperryville's Main Street (roughly 15 minutes west on US-211), browse the River District Arts studios and galleries, then head back east to Amissville for the evening carnival. If you're making a weekend of it, note that Sperryville's River District also hosts a free Pictrola bluegrass concert on Saturday, June 21 — the weekend before the carnival.
For wine lovers, Magnolia Vineyards (200 Viewtown Rd, Amissville) is located right along Route 211 near the carnival site — worth a late-afternoon stop before the evening festivities begin.
Planning Your Visit
Event: Amissville Carnival and Parade
Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Location: 14711 Lee Highway, Amissville, VA
Organizer: Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue
Admission: Community fundraiser event; individual rides and games may be ticketed
Getting There: Amissville is located on US-211 (Lee Highway) in western Rappahannock County, approximately 60 miles from Washington, DC via US-29 South to US-211 West. Ample roadside and field parking is typically available at community events of this scale.
Nearby:
Magnolia Vineyards — 200 Viewtown Rd, Amissville, VA 20106 | (703) 785-8190 | magnoliavineyards.com
Crowfoot Farm — 3085 Indian Run Road, Amissville, VA 20106 | (540) 937-4490 | crowfootfarm.com
Event details are based on publicly available information from the organizing body. Confirm event times and specifics with Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue closer to the date.
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