The story of Loudoun includes a thriving wine industry, an emerging craft brewery scene and foods from farms that have been producing for generations. Here, outdoor adventure awaits, history is ready to be retold and family fun is around every corner. Here is just a taste of what to experience in 2016. 

DC's Wine Country

With more than 40 wineries and tasting rooms, Loudoun is a premier East Coast wine region and leading the way in Virginia, which has been designated as one of the 10 Best Wine Travel Destinations by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Known as DC's Wine Country due to its proximity to Washington D.C., Loudoun's wineries are nestled within winding roads, horse farms and historic estates. Our boutique wineries house tasting rooms in everything from rustic barns and intimate cellars to architecturally stunning facilities. During a visit, indulge in tastings, tours, food pairings and conversation with winemakers crafting award-winning wines.

 LoCo Ale Trail

Virginians have been producing wine for over 400 years but now the craft beer scene is making waves across the state. Loudoun is home to 18 craft breweries and the new LoCo Ale Trail. Take a break from the vino to sample small batch, hand-crafted local brews. Let your palate be your guide or follow one of the LoCo Ale Trail itineraries, which highlight everything from bikeable brews to dog friendly breweries.

 Epicurience Virginia- October 15, 2016

Epicurience Virginia, the Grand Tasting is a culinary adventure like no other in the heart of DC's Wine Country. During this day-long edible showcase at One Loudoun, savor Virginia's finest wine and cuisine, attend wine seminars, and watch notable chefs including Bryan Voltaggio of Top Chef cook up culinary creations. While the Grand Tasting is just one day, extend your visit to participate in other culinary events throughout the weekend at Loudoun's wineries and historic estates.

 Outdoor adventure

From water tubing and rafting, to kayaking, treetop obstacle courses and zip line tours, there is something for every outdoor enthusiast at Harpers Ferry Adventure Center. Or, soar through the trees at Empower Adventures, located behind Salamander Resort & Spa. For cyclists, try Trail's End Cycling's tours that bring cyclists to three wineries and through 20 miles of Loudoun's horse and farm country.

 What's new In Loudoun:

Lansdowne Resort underwent a multi-million dollar renovation and repositioning that included 296 new guest rooms that opened Spring 2016. The inspiration was Lansdowne's location as the gateway to wine country. All rooms feature the latest technology and upscale amenities with the “wine country lifestyle” state-of-mind entwined into the aesthetics.

 iFly: Experience the thrill of skydiving without the parachute at this state-of-the-art indoor skydiving arena that opened this year. The 45-foot tall, glass-encased cylindrical wind tunnel provides the DC area's first indoor skydiving experience.