Downtown Events at a Glance
This FVDA fundraiser can be tricky to say, but if you love anything about the name, you don’t want to miss it! Sample delicious BBQ from competing cook teams, sip a unique selection of locally brewed beer, browse the makers market and enjoy live music performances. Due to the nature of the event, dogs are not allowed. This event is rain or shine.
Event Date: November 8, 2025
Event Time: 12-4 pm
Location: Varina Parking Lot- 801 Durham St
In historic Downtown Varina
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Trick or Treat Downtown
No tricks, just treats for the young ones who loves costumes, candy and having a Happy Halloween! This free annual event is sponsored by the FVDA and nearly 100 participating downtown businesses. Typically held the Friday before Halloween, you’re invited to bring your ghosts & goblins to visit the merchants that display a Trick or Treat poster in their windows!
Trick or Treat in Downtown is a rain or shine event.
Event Date: October 24, 2025
Event Time: 2-5 pm