Gordonsville Fried Chicken Festival
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Annual festival celebrating Gordonsville, Virginia's historical legacy as the "fried chicken capital of the world."

๐Ÿ“œ Annual festival in Gordonsville, Virginia, celebrating its rich fried chicken heritage.
๐Ÿ” Features cooking contests, food vendors, craft artisans, and live music.
๐Ÿ” Honors African-American women entrepreneurs who sold fried chicken to train travelers.

Why Go

๐Ÿ— Savor delicious fried chicken and other cuisine
๐Ÿ† Participate in or watch cook-off contests (fried chicken & pie)
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Explore craft and artisan vendors
๐ŸŽถ Enjoy live music and vibrant atmosphere
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Connect with community in a vibrant atmosphere

Why Avoid

๐Ÿพ No dogs permitted (service dogs excluded)
๐Ÿ”ž Wine garden for 21+ only

Tips

๐Ÿ“ Held at Gordonsville Town Hall northside parking lot.
โ˜” Rain or shine event (non-hurricane).
๐Ÿ’ณ Cash or check preferred for payments.

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Free to attend, $5.00 fee for wine garden (21+).

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Annually on October 4, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

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