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Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, April 19th, 2026

Sterling, VA

Pickle & International Food Festival - Sterling, VA

April 18th - 19th, 2026

Crooked Run Fermentation, 22455 Davis Dr. Suite #120, Sterling, Virginia

VIP and general admission tickets available online for pre-purchase. General admission tickets will be sold day of the event, $5 + CC fee. 


Event Overview

The Pickle & International Food Festival is a two-day celebration of pickle-inspired foods, international cuisine, craft beer, and live entertainment in Sterling, VA. Hosted at Crooked Run Fermentation, this festival features food vendors, drink tents, live music, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.


Daily Schedule

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (VIP hour). 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (General Admission)

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (VIP hour). 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM (General Admission)

Tickets

Grab tickets now for EXPRESS check-in and exclusive VIP access!

Pickle vendors

Pickle row featuring over 10 pickle vendors from across the East Coast!

**Vendor application window now closed**

Cultural Food Trucks

A lineup of global flavors celebrating culinary traditions from around the world!

Sterling, Virginia - Crooked Run Fermentation

Vendors!

Shop local with tons of amazing vendors offering art, crafts, treats & more!

Sterling, Virginia - Crooked Run Fermentation

Music!

Live music Saturday night @7pm - Featuring Pickleback!
Nickleback Cover Band

Drinks!

Craft beer garden & signature cocktails

Kid Activities

Games, activities & entertainment for everyone!

Facebook discussion

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COMING SOON:
Event map w/ vendors + parking
 Crooked Run draught list
 Nectar Bar cocktail list

FAQ

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Visit Us

22455 Davis Dr. Sterling, VA 20164

Ride share drop off coordinates: 38.99473, -77.42572

Questions: Email us - info@crookedrunfermentation.com