This year marks the 48th Anniversary of Suffolk, Virginia’s premier festival. This family-friendly event honors the city’s agriculture heritage and devotion to peanuts, our favorite legumes. Known for its fun family activities, Suffolk Peanut Fest offers concerts, amusement rides, contests and competitions, a demolition derby, shrimp feast, drone show, butterfly feeding, and more. Combine all of these great activities with live entertainment and you have a weekend full of good times!

The 48th Annual Suffolk Peanut Fest is scheduled for October 8-10, 2026.
​​General admission is $10 per person
​Children 12 & under are free. Parking is free.
Festival Hours:
Thursday, 4:00pm-10:00pm
Friday, 10:00am-10:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am-10:00pm
Sunday, CLOSED due to impending storm.

For more information about Suffolk Peanut Fest and associated concerts, events and games, visit SuffolkPeanutFest.com or contact Suffolk Festivals at 757.539.6751.