LURAY, Va. - The Blues, Bluegrass and Balloon Festival at Luray Caverns takes place Friday, Aug. 12, Saturday, Aug. 13 and Sunday, Aug. 14. Celebrating the 127th year of discovery for this world-renowned Shenandoah Valley landmark, up to a dozen hot-air balloons will launch the festivities from the adjacent Shenk Farm at Luray Caverns on Friday evening.
Balloon launches along with the scheduled Purple People Eater balloon, will take flight on Friday at 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday at 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., weather permitting.
Afternoon activities on Saturday and Sunday will include blues and bluegrass headliners to include blues musician Eddie Kirkland along with the guitarist Danny Morris and the bluegrass of the Misty Valley Boys.
Festivities at the Shenk Farm will include food and beverages, local artisans and crafters and other activities along with live music on various stages. Hot-air balloon flights will be available during the morning and evening launches as well as tethered ascensions during the three-day event. All concerts are included in the price of admission.