Celebrate History & Community at Salubria’s Oktoberfest & History Faire
Date & Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10 AM–4 PM
Location: Historic Salubria, Culpeper, VA
Admission: Free | Parking: $5 in advance / $10 at the gate
Join us for a festive day of history, fun, and community at Salubria, where the scenic grounds transform into a lively celebration of Virginia’s past and present.
This inaugural event launches Culpeper’s 250th History Week as part of the county’s VA250 commemorations.
What to Expect:
- Historical reenactors and living history demonstrations
- Join in Colonial Dancing with our talented Dance Master!
- Meet historical figures like Rev. John Thompson
- Meet a Revolutionary Era Doctor
- Learn about the scents worn by George Washington, Lafayette, and Dolly Madison from a historical perfumer
- Play Colonial Era games on Salubria’s lawn, led by the Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society
- See Blacksmithing, Spinner and Weavers and many more historic tradespeople
- Enjoy our Beer Garden featuring German and local brews
- Food Trucks
- Regional Music
- The Rappahannock Whalers
- Steven Hickman
- Community Partner Tables
Admission is free!
Parking is $5 in advance or $10 at the gate.
Reserve early to save and skip the line.
Hosted by Historic Germanna, in partnership with Culpeper Tourism & Economic Development and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250).
Sponsored by
Underwriting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Contributing Sponsors
Community Partners
Support the Faire as a Sponsor!
We’re inviting local businesses and community partners to support this exciting new event through sponsorship. Sponsorship comes with meaningful recognition and visibility in print, digital, and day-of-event promotions.
Want to get involved?
If you’re a vendor, demonstrator, or historical reenactor interested in participating, please contact Shannon Doherty at sdoherty@germanna.org or call 540-423-1700.
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