SperryFest 2026: Spring's Best Weekend in Rappahannock
From the Great Rubber Duck Race to live pours at Pen Druid — here's everything happening in Sperryville this April
Sperryville Springs to Life: Your April Weekend Guide
If you've been looking for the perfect excuse to finally make the drive out to the Blue Ridge foothills, April 2026 is it. Sperryville — the charming gateway village to Shenandoah National Park — is stacking up events that make for an easy, full weekend from the DC area. Here's what's worth circling on your calendar.
SperryFest & the Great Rubber Duck Race – April 25
The annual SperryFest returns on April 25, and the signature event is exactly what it sounds like: a Great Rubber Duck Race along the Thornton River. It's silly, it's fun, and it draws a genuinely warm crowd of locals and visitors alike. Before & After Cafe (31 Main St, Sperryville) is among the local spots anchoring the festivities — a good place to grab coffee before the ducks hit the water or a bite after.
SperryFest is the kind of small-town spring celebration that reminds you why people fall in love with Rappahannock County. Come for the duck race, stay for the afternoon.
YEASTER at Pen Druid Brewing – Hopkins Beers on Tap
Pen Druid Brewing (3863 Sperryville Pike) is one of the most talked-about craft breweries in the region right now — and for good reason. This spring, the brewery is hosting a YEASTER event featuring special pours of Hopkins beers, a collaboration that's generating real buzz among local beer fans.
Pen Druid has logged five intel items this week alone, making it one of the most active venues in Rappahannock County at the moment. Whether you're a serious hop-head or just want a cold, well-made pint with mountain views, this is a stop worth building your weekend around. The taproom's low-key, unpretentious vibe pairs nicely with the serious craft that goes into every batch.
Rappahannock County Farmers Market – Costellena Farms Returns April 18
The Rappahannock County Farmers Market (12018 Lee Highway, Sperryville) is one of the most active venues on our radar this week — nine updates in a single week covering events, new vendors, and fresh menu additions. That kind of momentum signals a market that's hitting its spring stride.
Mark April 18th specifically: Costellena Farms (147 Riley Hollow Road, Huntly) will be vending at the market, bringing produce from their Rappahannock County operation directly to shoppers. Spring at the farmers market means early greens, herbs, eggs, and the first hints of the growing season — it's the kind of stop that makes the drive worthwhile even on its own.
Also Buzzing: Jackalope Ridge Bakehouse and Microfarm
Keep your eye on Jackalope Ridge Bakehouse and Microfarm, operating out of the historic Sperryville Schoolhouse. This week they've generated 15 intel updates — the highest activity count of any venue in the region — spanning general news, hours changes, and menu updates. Something is clearly happening here. Jackalope Ridge blends small-batch baking with a genuine farm ethos, and spring is when that combination really shines. Check their current hours before you go, as things appear to be evolving.
Plan Your Spring Visit to Sperryville
Sperryville sits about 75 miles west of Washington, DC — close enough for a day trip, beautiful enough to justify staying the night. The village's walkable Main Street and River District make it easy to bounce between the farmers market, a bakehouse stop, and an afternoon pint at Pen Druid without ever moving your car.
- SperryFest / Duck Race: April 25 — Before & After Cafe, 31 Main St
- YEASTER at Pen Druid Brewing: 3863 Sperryville Pike
- Farmers Market with Costellena Farms: April 18, 12018 Lee Highway
- Jackalope Ridge Bakehouse: Sperryville Schoolhouse — check current hours
Spring in the Rappahannock region is short and sweet. Don't sleep on April.
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