Taste of Leesburg 2019: Schedule, Vendors, Tickets, Parking

LEESBURG, VA — One of the town's unexpected hits from last summer is back again, and the second annual Taste of Leesburg street festival has all the makings of a successful encore. Set for 5-10 p.m. Aug. 10, the downtown street party features live music, crafts, music, offerings from area restaurants and bars and much more.

Last year's inaugural event was such a hit that, according to Loudoun Now, organizers and vendors were caught somewhat by surprise. Food and drink quickly ran low, sending businesses scrambling to replenish their stock.

This year, more than 50 booths will offer $5, $6, and $7 tasting menus, which can be paid directly to the vendor. More than a dozen local breweries and wineries will also be on-site offering samples of beer, wine, and cider. An Early Bird Drink Ticket is available online and costs $35, now through Aug. 8. Pricing includes a wristband, sampling glass, and unlimited tastings, per person. Here's more, per the organizers:

Check-in and ticket tents will be on West Market Street in the parking lot across from Lassiter Way, where you will need to show your ID and Early Bird Drink Ticket. A limited number of beverage tickets will also be available the day of the event. Pricing is $45 per person (ID required).

Beginning at 5 p.m. the King Street Kats will perform at the Center Stage, located on the corner of Market and King streets. Live music will also take place at the Town Green Stage (25 W. Market Street) beginning with Lost Locals at 5 p.m. A Demonstration Stage, at the corner of North King and Cornwall, will feature demonstrations, live performances, and karaoke.

Parking will be available downtown at the Town Hall Parking Garage, the Liberty Street Parking Lot, the Church Street Parking Lot, and the Loudoun County Parking Garage, or at Ida Lee Park’s festival parking field. Free shuttle service will be provided from Ida Lee Park to the downtown event. Downtown street closures will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Streets are expected to reopen at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 11, 2019.