Free Bluegrass at Sperryville: Pictrola June 21

A Free Summer Concert in the Heart of Sperryville's River District

If you're looking for a reason to head out to Rappahannock County this weekend, here it is: on Saturday, June 21, 2026, the Sperryville River District hosts a free outdoor bluegrass concert featuring Pictrola — a WAMMIE Award-winning string band — on the lawn at Copper Fox Antiques. Gates open at 5pm, and music kicks off at 6pm.

Best of all? Admission is free. Bring a blanket, a lawn chair, and your appetite — this is a full summer evening on the Blue Ridge.

Who Is Pictrola?

Pictrola is no ordinary string band. WAMMIE Award winners — the Washington Area Music Association's highest honor — they bring an energetic, polished sound rooted in American bluegrass and old-time traditions. Their performances are known for drawing in everyone from dedicated roots-music fans to first-timers who didn't know they loved bluegrass until they heard it live under an open sky. An evening in Sperryville is exactly the kind of setting where this music belongs.

Food, Drinks & Ice Cream

This is a full event, not just a concert. Several local and regional vendors are on site to keep you fed and happy throughout the evening:

New Iberia Kitchen — bringing bold, Southern-inflected flavors to the lawn
Indulgent Scullery — expect artisan bites worth lingering over
Copper Fox Distillery — Sperryville's own artisan distillery, home of Wasmund's Single Malt Whiskey, pouring drinks steps from the stage
Yukon's Treats — ice cream to cool you down as the Blue Ridge evening sets in

With Copper Fox Distillery on-site pouring, you can sip Sperryville's most celebrated spirit — Wasmund's single malt whiskey — while catching live music on the lawn. That's a combination you won't find many places.

About the Venue: Copper Fox Antiques & the Sperryville River District

The concert takes place on the grounds of Copper Fox Antiques, situated in Sperryville's River District — a creative cluster of studios, galleries, and specialty shops tucked along the river at the edge of town. The River District is home to artisan spaces including River District Arts, a historic facility in a restored 1930s apple packing building. Arriving early at 5pm gives you time to explore the district before the music starts.

Make a Full Day of It in Sperryville

June 21 falls on a Saturday — perfect for a leisurely Blue Ridge day trip from the DC metro area (Sperryville is roughly 70–80 miles from Washington, DC). Spend the afternoon exploring Sperryville's Main Street galleries and studios, then head to the River District as gates open at 5pm. Grab food from the vendors, pour a whiskey from Copper Fox Distillery, and settle in for a summer evening of live bluegrass.

It's also Father's Day weekend — making this an especially appealing outing for families looking to celebrate with something memorable.

What to Know Before You Go

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2026
Gates open: 5:00pm
Music starts: 6:00pm
Admission: Free
Location: Copper Fox Antiques lawn, Sperryville River District
Food & Drink: New Iberia Kitchen, Indulgent Scullery, Copper Fox Distillery, Yukon's Treats
Bring a lawn chair or blanket for outdoor seating
The event appears to be rain-or-shine; check River District Arts social channels for any weather updates closer to the date

Planning Your Visit: Sperryville River District

Address: 7 River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740
Event Organizer: River District Arts
Copper Fox Distillery: 9 River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740 | (757) 903-2076 | copperfoxdistillery.com
Getting There: Sperryville sits at the intersection of US-211 and VA-522 at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately 75 miles from Washington, DC via US-29 South to US-211 West.

Note: Event details are based on venue-posted information. Confirm with River District Arts or Copper Fox Distillery social channels before attending, as details may be subject to change.