Music, Mountains and 500 Acres of Adventure
WA Fest is a boutique music festival held every August at Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing, a 500-acre property of forest, fields and creek in New Castle, Virginia. Now in its sixth year, it brings rock, Appalachian, funk, folk and soul to two stages, the Creek Stage and the Main Stage, from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon.
Catch a sunset set by the creek, dance under the stars at the Main Stage, then wake up to tubing, trails and disc golf. We'll announce artists for 2027 here first. Check back soon.
What's Included With Your Pass
Every WA Fest weekend pass gets you three days of music plus the run of the whole property.
Two stages
Live music on the Creek Stage and the Main Stage from Friday afternoon through Sunday.
Camping included
Every weekend pass includes camping, hot showers, restrooms and free parking. Upgrade to a premium campsite or a lodge room.
Creek tubing
Shuttle-serviced tubing on Craig Creek, right on the property. Bring water shoes.
18-hole disc golf
A course that winds through the woods and fields. Bring your discs.
10+ miles of trails
Hiking and mountain biking trails for every level across 500 acres.
Food and drink
The Outpost kitchen, local food vendors, and beer, wine, cider and seltzer for guests 21 and over.
The World Peace Dinner
Friday, 5:30 to 7 PM. A family-style dinner that has become a WA Fest signature. Three chefs, Tevel Villanova from Mexico City, Sam Akin from New Castle, VA, and Juan Gutierrez from Honduras, collaborate on one long-table meal that celebrates people, culture and food.
Arrive early to catch the JStop Latin Soul band and a salsa dancing lesson before dinner is served.
There are no day-of sales. Add the dinner to your weekend pass or Friday pass when you book.
Adding the dinner to an existing ticket
Already have a ticket, or coming as a volunteer, vendor or guest? Once 2027 tickets go on sale, head to the WA Fest 2027 page on Afton Tickets and:
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Enter the promo code WORLDPEACE under “Time to Choose Your Tickets”.
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Select World Peace Dinner – Upgrade.
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Enter the number of guests and click Continue without adding tickets.
Good to Know Before You Go
A quick checklist for your WA Fest weekend.
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Free camping with every weekend pass
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Free parking for all guests
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Restrooms and hot showers on site
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Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free food options
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Campfires and bonfire hangouts
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Creek swimming and tubing
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Family-friendly, with a Saturday Kids Parade at the Outpost
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Bring chairs and blankets for the stages
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Rain or shine event
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Limited cell service and no ATMs, so bring cash
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No pets, weapons, drones, fireworks or outside alcohol
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Single-day and weekend tickets available
WA Fest 2027 Tickets
Tickets are coming soon. 2027 passes and pricing will be announced here. Save the date: August 20–22, 2027. Gates open Friday at 12 PM, and a Thursday Admission ticket gets you in early for the community potluck.
Will call
Tickets are scanned at the gate from your phone or a printout. No physical tickets are mailed.
Transfers
Can’t make it? Tickets are transferable to another person. Contact us to update the name on your order. Tickets are non-refundable, as the festival runs rain or shine.
Group camping
Want to camp with friends? Arrive together and we’ll point you to a campsite where your whole crew can spread out.
Become a WA Fest Vendor
WA Fest hosts a curated village of food vendors, craft makers and local artisans. Our guests come hungry and curious, looking for great food, beautiful goods and the stories behind them.
What vendors get
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Three days in front of engaged festival-goers
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Tent space, with electricity options
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A spot in high-traffic festival areas
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Vendor camping included
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Cross-promotion on our social channels
What we look for
Food vendors: local, seasonal and creative. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options get priority, and we love food trucks, mobile kitchens and pop-ups.
Craft and artisan vendors: handmade, locally sourced and well made. Apparel, jewelry, ceramics, prints, outdoor gear and the kind of finds people don’t know they need until they see them.
How to apply
Applications are reviewed monthly and spots tend to fill by late spring, so apply early for the best placement. We provide tent space, a vendor parking pass and basic infrastructure. Bring your own tent, tables and signage. Questions? Email info@wilderness-adventure.com.
Volunteer at WA Fest
Volunteers are the heartbeat of WA Fest. From welcoming guests at the gate to keeping campsites tidy, our crew makes the weekend happen, and gets to experience the festival in a way regular guests never do.
What volunteers get
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Free festival admission with a shift commitment
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Camping included
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Meals while on shift
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WA Fest crew swag
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Plenty of time to enjoy the festival between shifts
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First pick of returning roles each year
Volunteer roles
Gate and ticket scanning, info booth, campground hosts, setup and teardown crew, recycling and sustainability, stage hands, kids’ zone helpers, hospitality and artist services, the beer and wine garden (21+), and parking attendants.
Shifts and arrival
Most shifts run 4 to 6 hours, and we ask for one or two shifts across the weekend. Volunteers can arrive Thursday for orientation and early setup, with camping open as soon as you check in. Signing up with friends? Mention each other on the form and we’ll do our best to schedule you together.
“Volunteering at WA Fest is the closest thing I’ve found to summer camp for grown-ups.” – Returning volunteer
