Bridgewater, Va.- The town of Dayton closed the streets on Oct. 7, to host Dayton Days, the town’s historic fall festival, which featured local vendors selling clothing, arts and crafts, and other unique items.
Every year, hundreds of local businesses and artists line the streets of Dayton, who set up as early as 5:00 a.m., to showcase and sell their creations to the public.
“I have been going for so many years, and it’s different but the same every time,” said community member April Eavers. “There are some people set up that I’ve seen for a very long time but also some new and younger people out here too.”
Different types of jewelry, clothing, decorations, and food offer a range of options for everyone’s unique style and interests.
“My favorite thing to look for is home decor,” said Eavers. “I love to see handmade pillows and wood pieces, like front porch items and even coffee tables. I always walk all the way up and back down both streets just to make sure I see it all.”
The festival featured live performances by the Hi Horse Cloggers, Josh Davidson, and Dry River Band.
“I don’t usually stop by for the music, but it always serves as a good background sound and sets the mood for the event when you walk past,” said Eavers. “It’s nice to see local bands performing their art to a crowd this big.”
Dayton Days is held every year on the first Saturday of October, and has been celebrated for 43 years. The event brings together about 25,000 people each year, to the town of about 2,000 residents, bringing in people as far as Spotsylvania County.
