Special Events

Mount Vernon Summerfest

June 9, 2023 - June 10, 2023 — 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 12-Acre Field

Experience Mount Vernon after-hours and taste craft beers from across the region.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

June 10, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

2023 Annual Martha Washington Lecture

June 13, 2023 — 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Robert H. and Clarice Smith Auditorium

Martha Washington actively supported the American Revolution and regularly visited her husband’s winter encampment. Hear how women took part in and contributed to the conflict which won the nation’s independence…

Freedom Before Emancipation: Family Day for Juneteenth

June 17, 2023 — 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Learn about Ona Judge, Christopher Sheels, and Mount Vernon’s many enslaved people who resisted enslavement and sought freedom before the Emancipation Proclamation.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

June 17, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Ford Evening Book Talk: Alexandra Petri's US History

June 21, 2023 — 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Robert H. and Clarice Smith Auditorium

Hear from Washington Post columnist Alexandra Petri, author of Alexandra Petri’s US History.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

June 24, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Mount Vernon After Hours: Exclusively for Members

June 24, 2023 — 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Mount Vernon is open late this summer—just for members!

The Situation Room Experience: Washington's Cabinet

June 25, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

On June 25, step back in time to 1790s Philadelphia with our roleplaying experience, the Situation Room. During this 75-minute game, the actions you take will decide the fate of our young nation.

Independence Fireworks

June 30, 2023 - July 1, 2023 — 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. East Lawn

Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation's founding.

An American Celebration

July 4, 2023 — 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon's annual Independence Day event.

Ford Evening Book Talk: Misinformation Nation

July 11, 2023 — 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Robert H. and Clarice Smith Auditorium

Hear from historian Jordan E. Taylor, author of Misinformation Nation: Foreign News and the Politics of Truth in Revolutionary America.

Archaeology Family Day

July 15, 2023 — 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Bowling Green

Explore how archeology has shaped what we know about George Washington, Martha Washington, and the lives of the enslaved people who lived at Mount Vernon at our Archaeology Family Day!

Purple Heart Commemoration

August 5, 2023 — 10:30 a.m. Washington Tomb

Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington.

Ford Evening Book Talk: The Contagion of Liberty

August 10, 2023 — 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. George Washington Presidential Library

Hear from historian Andrew M. Wehrman, author of The Contagion of Liberty: The Politics of Smallpox in the American Revolution.

Tea with Martha Washington

August 12, 2023 — 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

Join Martha Washington for an intimate tea and conversation at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

September 2, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

September 9, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Patriot Run

September 10, 2023 — All Day

Race in person or virtually with our annual 10-mile or 5k race. Cross the finish line with George Washington's mansion in view.

Colonial Market & Fair

September 16, 2023 - September 17, 2023 — 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Step back in time at Colonial Market & Fair, featuring food and wares made by colonial artisans.

Luke Adams Glass Art Signing

September 16, 2023 — 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Shops at Mount Vernon

Massachusetts glassblower Luke Adams will return to Mount Vernon to sign his hand-blown glass pumpkins and other one-of-a-kind pieces created for Mount Vernon.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

September 16, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Sensory-Friendly Family Morning

September 23, 2023 — 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Mount Vernon invites families with children of all ages on the autism spectrum to join us for a sensory-friendly morning and tour.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

September 23, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

George Washington Whiskey Tasting

September 30, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Distillery

At this outdoor event, sample George Washington's whiskey and other distilled spirits made at Washington's Distillery.

Library 10 Year Anniversary Gala

September 30, 2023 — 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. East Lawn

The Regent and the Vice Regents of the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association invite you to a benefit gala in celebration of the tenth anniversary of the George Washington Presidential Library with a black-tie…

Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour

October 6, 2023 - October 8, 2023 — 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. East Lawn

Taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington's estate.

Fall Harvest Festival

October 21, 2023 - October 22, 2023 — 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The Farm

Celebrate the crisp autumn season with 18th-century activities and demonstrations at the Farm at Mount Vernon.

Ford Evening Book Talk: First Family

October 26, 2023 — 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. George Washington Presidential Library

Hear from award-winning historian Cassandra A. Good, author of First Family: George Washington's Heirs and the Making of America.

Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon

October 28, 2023 — 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Collect candy around the historic grounds and celebrate Halloween with 18th-century entertainment and activities.

Sensory-Friendly Family Morning

November 4, 2023 — 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Mount Vernon invites families with children of all ages on the autism spectrum to join us for a sensory-friendly morning and tour.

Mount Vernon Salutes Veterans

November 11, 2023 — 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

In honor of our nation's veterans, Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel on Veterans Day.

Tea with Martha Washington

November 18, 2023 — 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

Join Martha Washington for an intimate tea and conversation at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

November 24, 2023 - November 25, 2023 — 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1773.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

December 1, 2023 - December 2, 2023 — 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1773.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

December 8, 2023 - December 9, 2023 — 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1773.

The Death and Mourning of General George Washington Tour

December 11, 2023 — 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mansion Circle

This once-a-year tour examines George Washington's final 36 hours and the events that followed his death. This tour is 60 minutes.

Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon

December 15, 2023 - December 16, 2023 — 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Kick off the holiday season with sparkling fireworks overlooking the Potomac River.

The Death and Mourning of General George Washington Tour

December 17, 2023 — 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mansion Circle

This once-a-year tour examines George Washington's final 36 hours and the events that followed his death. This tour is 60 minutes.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

December 17, 2023 — 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a candlelit guided tour and hear about holiday traditions in 18th-century Virginia. Learn about the build-up to Revolution as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the year 1773.