1. When is the Waterford Fair?
Always the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October. In 2008, the dates are Oct 3-5.

2. What are the hours of the Fair?
10 a.m. through 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

3. What do you do if it rains?
The Fair goes on rain or shine. All buildings and vendors are open.

4. How do I get to Waterford, Virginia?

From the Beltway: Rt.267 (Dulles Tollroad/Greenway) towards Leesburg, Virginia. Left exit onto Leesburg bypass (Rt. 7) west. Exit Rt. 9 west (Charlestown/Hillsboro). Right at the Shell station onto Rt. 662 (Clarke's Gap Road). 2½ miles into Waterford. You will be directed to parking. From Baltimore and Frederick, MD: I-70 to Rt. 340/Rt. 15 south (Leesburg). Cross the Potomac at Point of Rocks, MD. Continue 4 miles to Lucketts, VA. Right onto Stumptown Road (Rt. 662) and follow to end (3½ miles). Left onto Loyalty Road. 2 miles into Waterford. You will be directed to parking. From West Virginia: Rt. 9 east through Hillsboro, VA. Cross Rt. 287 at traffic light. Left on Rt. 704 (Hamilton Station Road) and follow to end. Left onto Clarke's Gap Road (Rt. 662). You will be directed to parking. Directions to Waterford, VA are also available from Google Maps.

5. Where can we stay near Waterford?
Call the Loudoun Convention and Visitors' Association (1-800-752-6118) for a list of nearby accommodations. Or visit their web site at www.visitloudoun.org.

6. Where do I park?
There are three large parking fields. As you enter the village you will be directed by Fair traffic personnel.

7. How much do tickets cost?
Adults and teens: $15 at the gate; $13 in advance
Children: 12 and under are free

8. Is there a discount for senior citizens?
No.

9. How much are tickets for children?
Children 12 and under are free.

10. What is included in the ticket price?
Parking, admission, tour houses and all exhibit buildings, all entertainment and re-enactments, crafts demonstrations, children's activities.

11. How can I get advance tickets?

a) Purchase at 15 outlets in the Washington area [see Ticket Info for addresses] from Monday, August 18 through Thursday, October 2, 2008. b) From Monday, August 18, through Monday, September 22, order with VISA or MASTERCARD by Telephone: (540) 882-3018 Mail: The Waterford Foundation, PO Box 142, Waterford, VA 20197 Fax: (540) 882-3921. Tickets will be mailed to you. Online: Online sales will begin on August 18, 2008. c) Purchase at The Waterford Foundation, Waterford, VA, Monday through Friday between 9 and 5 beginning Monday, August 18, through Thursday, October 2.

12. Are there group rates?
Student groups sponsored by a school and bus groups of at least 20 people can get group rates and special parking. Arrangements must be made in advance by calling the Waterford Foundation at (540) 882-3018, Monday through Friday from 9 to 5.

13. How do you arrange for a bus tour?
Arrangements must be made in advance by calling The Waterford Foundation at (540) 882-3018, Monday through Friday from 9 to 5.

14. I am a member of The Waterford Foundation. Do I get complimentary tickets?
Members of the Waterford Foundation receive complimentary tickets according to the level of their membership contribution. Tickets will be mailed to members in September.

15. Is there food at the Fair?
There are many vendors throughout the village offering food for a variety of palates—sandwiches, barbeque, vegetarian snacks, drinks, ice cream, popcorn, and desserts. The Country Store carries cookies, pies, breads, jams, preserves, and other baked goods and confections.

16. Are there activities for children?
Many. Apple-butter making, Revolutionary and Civil War encampments, parades, and skirmishes, a magician, a mime, and strolling singers. A number of demonstrators have children participate in their crafts such as candle dipping, cookie cutting, pottery, and decorative paper cutting.

17. Are there fair rides?
No.

18. Are there military re-enactments?
There are Revolutionary and Civil War encampments. Musters, parades, skirmishes, a wreath laying at the Union Cemetery, and demonstrations of drill and weapons firing are held Saturday and Sunday.

19. Is the Fair wheelchair accessible?
A limited number of handicapped parking spaces is reserved near each entry gate. The Fair is held throughout the village on hilly streets and uneven ground, and the village is closed to automobile traffic. A good deal of walking is required, and most of the historic buildings and private houses on tour are not wheelchair accessible.

20. May I bring my dog?
Please do not bring pets. The streets are crowded, and animals cannot be taken into buildings nor left unattended outside.

21. How can I get a brochure?
Call the Waterford Foundation office (540-882-3018) Monday through Friday between 9 and 5 and ask to be put on the mailing list or fill out the Information Request Form.

22. Is there an ATM at the Fair?
There is an ATM at the Corner Store only during the Fair. All of the exhibit buildings and many demonstrators take credit cards. Cash and personal checks are welcome everywhere.