Boydton Day, the annual fall festival which became known when U.S. News and World Report (Nov. 21, 1977) called it “The Little Town that Refuses to Die”. And die it did not. In fact, Historic Boydton completed a streetscape project that will help to revive its economic development and come alive again just as in the 40’s and 50’s and even further back during its illustrious “race horse” days. Boydton is located in the heart of Mecklenburg County, Virginia, just two miles from Kerr Lake, also known as Buggs Island Lake, which boasts some of the finest bass fishing on the east coast. As the county seat of Mecklenburg County, it claims one of the most beautiful, historic courthouses in the south. From its commanding position on the lush, green courthouse square, it is surrounded by vintage buildings and ancient old trees aflame in their gold and russet splendor of fall. What better way to end the summer and fall and usher in the winter than celebrating Boydton Day on October 25, 2008.

There will be live entertainment throughout the day, music, food, a puppet show, a parade with floats, award-winning marching bands, horses, and – did we say food? Why some of the best food in the South can be found right here in Boydton,Virginia, on BOYDTON DAY from succulent, country-style fried fish, real country ham biscuits, deep-fried “fat back” rinds, and the best Brunswick Stew this side of Brunswick County, Virginia. For those with a more international palate, there are international food vendors and the usual hamburgers, hot dogs, French fries, and pastries such as funnel cakes. No menu is complete without the southern delicacies of homemade cakes, pies, fudge, brownies, and other home-cooked delights. Most of these recipes come from the kitchens of time honored Mecklenburg County cooks and family traditional recipes.

Music will be provided by Larry Russell and the ChristianAires, the Navy Atlantic Fleet Band, R & R Entertainment, and Midnight Crossfire with Jimmy Smiley

SATURDAY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE  (Click here for schedule of events)

            9:00 AM     Civil War Battle Encampment and Skits on Mark I. Burnette Building Lawn Across from Library) All Day         

 MORNING SHOW:

         9:00 AM          R & R Entertainment- Disks - A Mix of Music (Band Site on Corner of Washington and Jefferson Streets)

         9:00 AM            Larry Russell and the ChristianAirs - Gospel Singers  (Band Site)

         9:30 AM         Pumpkin Carving contest on Town Hall Steps on Madison St.

              Entertainment alternates and halts at 11:00 AM, Parade Time

       10:15 AM           Parade Line-up (County School Board Office)

       11:00 AM           Parade – Madison Street (Business #58)               

 AFTERNOON SHOW:  

       12:01 PM           Master of Ceremonies        Frank Malone

                             Welcome                          Mayor Bob Salzmann

                             Invocation                        Rev. Richard Grendahl

                             National Anthem              Rev. Richard Grendahl

                                     R & R Entertainment

      12:30 PM         The Midnight Crossfire with Jimmy Smiley – Band Site

        1:00 PM         Puppet Show on the Boyd Tavern front porch       

        1:00 PM         Announcement of 5Mile Run Winners

                                 Announcement of pumpkin carving and float winners

        1:30 PM         Four Star Edition Navy Band – Band Site

        3:00 PM         The Midnight Crossfire         

        4:00 PM         Close of Day’s Events

If you want a taste of the past and are looking for a day of old fashion fun, food and entertainment for the entire family in a beautiful hometown setting, come on home to Boydton.

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**Stay tuned to this website as this schedule will build throughout the summer.