Upcoming Meetings and Events

SEPTEMBER 23, 2026

Saturday, September 26
Lovettsville Oktoberfest

Wednesday, September 30
Town Council Special Meeting

Thursday, October 1
Deadline to Sponsor a Veteran Paver

Saturday, October 3
Walk 4 Mountains

Wednesday, October 7
Planning Commission Meeting

Thursday, October 8
Town Council Open Forum

Thursday, October 8
Town Council Meeting

Monday, October 12
Administrative Offices Closed

Tuesday, October 13
Infrastructure Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 15
Commerce and Business Development Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 22
Town Council Meeting

Saturday, October 31
Halloween Trick or Treating

Tuesday, November 3
Election Day/Administrative Offices Closed

Wednesday, November 4
Planning Commission Meeting

Tuesday, November 10
Infrastructure Committee Meeting

Wednesday, November 11
Town Administrative Offices Closed

Wednesday, November 11
Lovettsville Veterans Day Ceremony

Thursday, November 12
Town Council Open Forum

Thursday, November 12
Town Council Meeting


📌 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0007
JOHN L. FUOG DAY

WHEREAS, John L. Fuog is a much-respected 54-year resident of Loudoun County, including 25 years as a business and community leader in Lovettsville, where he served as a United States Navy Reservist, Washington Post distributor (1971-1975), co-owner of a “youthful store” called the Marrakech Express (1973-1975), most notably as the 45-year owner and President of Fuog/InterBuild (1981-2026), and most recently as the proprietor of Cool Spring Distillery at his farm just outside of Lovettsville (2023); and

WHEREAS, John was a loyal patriot, and his passions were wide-ranging and included a love for golf, music of various genres, scuba diving, lifelong learning, reading the daily edition of the Washington Post, and held a sense of community that spread far and wide across Western Loudoun and included service as a Boy Scout Leader in the 1980s and 1990s, a member of the Purcellville Community Center Board, a host family for interns and ballplayers, and a current member of the Board of Equalization for Loudoun County; and 

WHEREAS, John’s indelible mark and longstanding partnership with the Town of Lovettsville began in 2012 with the design and build of The Walker Pavilion on the Town Green, which serves as a centerpiece for the Town and has hosted numerous signature community events including, but not limited to, Lovettsville Oktoberfest, Lovettsville Mayfest, LOVE Summer Movies and Concerts on the Green, National Night Out, Walk for Mountains, and scouting activities, and was recognized both nationally and locally as the winner of the national Building of the Year in the Experts Division for buildings under 5,000 sq. ft. by the National Frame Building Association (2013), the Community Appearance Award from the Alliance of Northern Virginia for the quality of its architecture (2013), and the Signatures of Loudoun Award winner for Public Spaces (2014); and

WHEREAS, John quickly followed with the design and build of The Barn at Quarter Branch Park which serves as a multi-functional facility for the Town of Lovettsville, which hosts the Community Garden and provides support, storage, and office space for the Town’s public facilities staff and events; and

WHEREAS, in 2015, John combined his love for his country and community to partner with the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers and Gary Sinise Foundations to design and build one of five homes for the family of United States Marine Corporal Ronny "Tony" Porta as part of the Building for America’s Bravest, a program that provides custom adaptive smart homes to meet the unique needs of catastrophically injured service members; and

WHEREAS, in 2021, John completed the trifecta for the Town of Lovettsville through the design and build of the Town Administration Building at the Samuel A. Finz Municipal Complex, which will serve as a welcome to new residents and central gathering place for all that live, work, and visit Lovettsville for generations to come; and

WHEREAS, John passed away at the age of 74 on September 4, 2026, after a short, courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, and we extend our sincere condolences to his wife, Vickie, son, Daniel Fuog, daughter, Jennifer Fuog, stepsons, Elijah and James Apperson, grandson, Finn Apperson, extended family, as well as the countless old and new friends and colleagues that he called family.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia, hereby proclaim that Sunday, October 4, 2026 shall be known as “John L. Fuog Day” throughout the Town of Lovettsville in honor and memory of John Fuog’s lasting contributions to the Town of Lovettsville and surrounding community which he delivered with his kind, welcoming smile, a constant sense of humor, and the confidence to manifest his dreams, and we ask all citizens to celebrate John’s contributions by doing what he loved most, whether it be to playing a round of golf, saying hello to a stranger, or simply contributing to your local community as you wish.

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0001
RECOGNIZING CAROLYN AND JOHN PAYNE AS 2026 LOVETTSVILLE DISTINGUISHED RESIDENTS

WHEREAS, Carolyn Payne’s Lovettsville roots began on Mountain Road and at approximately five years old, her family moved to a 91-acre farm on Quarter Branch Road, where the Compher family raised vegetables, livestock, and dairy cows and preserved much of their own food; and


WHEREAS, Carolyn’s childhood home was also a place of extraordinary generosity, where her mother, Lucille, and Aunt Dorothy helped raise 23 foster children alongside Carolyn and her cousins, creating a busy household filled with family, hard work, and care for others; and


WHEREAS, Carolyn’s memories preserve a glimpse of an earlier Lovettsville, from walking from “Grandmom’s house” to McLain’s Grocery Store for a soda to attending Loudoun Valley High School, where she graduated with the Class of 1967 before beginning work as a ward clerk at the former Cornwall Hospital; and


WHEREAS, John Payne was born in Lincoln, one of eight children, and learned farming, construction, and homebuilding alongside his father and brothers during childhood in which his family frequently moved and relied upon hard work and perseverance; and


WHEREAS, John served his country in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967, including service in the Korean Demilitarized Zone as a Specialist Four, an experience he would later see honored through his participation in an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. which was a truly exhilarating and emotional experience to be celebrated and recognized for his service in the Army; and


WHEREAS, John and Carolyn met in 1968 while he was a patient at Cornwall Hospital, and she was a ward clerk, and they married three weeks later, beginning a partnership that has endured for 58 years and through which they raised two children and welcomed six grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; and


WHEREAS, after first making their home on the Compher family farm, John and Carolyn built a home on Wenner Road in 1977, where they raised their family, and in 2002 took on another labor of love by repairing, rebuilding, and adding to an old farmhouse on Downy Mill Road, transforming it into the home they cherish today; and


WHEREAS, John has devoted decades to serving Lovettsville as a Founding Member of the Lovettsville-Waterford Ruritans, holding numerous leadership positions throughout the organization’s 34-year history and continually stepping forward wherever help was needed; and


WHEREAS, as a Charter Member of the American Legion Post 1836, John has worked to honor veterans and military service by installing flagpoles at the Veterans Memorial at Zoldos Square/“the Squirkle,” and Town Hall at the Samuel A. Finz Municipal Complex, as well as helping bring about the addition of the United States Space Force to the Lovettsville Veterans Memorial; and


WHEREAS, John also built the Town of Lovettsville welcome sign along Route 287 Berlin Turnpike in his Wenner Road workshop and assisted with cleanup following the fire that destroyed the former Lovettsville Community Center, leaving tangible reminders of his willingness to use his skills in service to help his community; and


WHEREAS, John has remained an active member with Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, the Lovettsville Farmers Club, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, while Carolyn has supported the Lovettsville-Waterford Ruritans and is a Member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1836; and


WHEREAS, beyond his many civic contributions, John has shared another talent with his community through poems written for Mt. Olivet’s Beacon newsletter and has even written song lyrics about his brothers, reflecting the personal stories, humor, and family connections that have shaped his life; and


WHEREAS, from Carolyn’s childhood on the Compher farm to the home she and John built together, from John’s military and civic service to their decades of involvement in local organizations, their lives are woven into the history of Lovettsville and reflect a shared commitment to family, country, and community; and


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia hereby recognize Carolyn and John Payne as Lovettsville Oktoberfest’s 2026 Distinguished Residents honorees, and we thank them for their devotion and service to the Town of Lovettsville.                

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0002 
RECOGNIZING CATHERINE AND JERRY KELLER AS 2026 LOVETTSVILLE DISTINGUISHED RESIDENTS

WHEREAS, Catherine and Jerry Keller represent more than 125 combined years of Lovettsville living, building a life together deeply rooted in the people, traditions, and community they have called home for generations; and


WHEREAS, Catherine’s Lovettsville story began on George’s Mill Road, where she grew up surrounded by the rural community life and by parents who were themselves part of the fabric of the area, with her mother formerly teaching in the one-room schoolhouse on their road and her father working on farms and later at McLain’s in Town; and


WHEREAS, at the age of sixteen, Catherine moved into the Town of Lovettsville, continuing a lifelong connection to the community that would eventually become the place where she and Jerry would raise their own family and devote countless hours to serving others; and


WHEREAS, Jerry’s path to Lovettsville began just across the Potomac River as a “Brunswick boy” who would walk to Lovettsville to attend dances; and


WHEREAS, Catherine dedicated her time and talents to Lovettsville’s youth through her involvement with 4-H, helping the local program thrive and providing young people opportunities to learn, grow, develop new skills, and understand the importance of contributing to their community; and


WHEREAS, Catherine also supported community efforts including local black walnut sales and recycling initiatives, reflecting the resourcefulness, cooperation, and willingness to lend a hand that have long characterized life in Lovettsville; and


WHEREAS, as their children grew, Catherine and Jerry were active volunteers in their schools and worked together to help organize and plan the after-graduation parties held during the 1990s, providing graduating students with a safe and enjoyable way to celebrate one of life’s important milestones; and


WHEREAS, the Kellers also joined their efforts in support of the 4-H Fair, continuing their commitment to young people, agriculture, and the traditions that have long connected Lovettsville families to one another; and


WHEREAS, Catherine and Jerry raised their children with the understanding that community is not simply the place where one lives, but something each generation has a responsibility to nurture, strengthen, and pass along to the next; and


WHEREAS, through their example, they taught their family to embrace the Love in Lovettsville, to help build their community, to care for their neighbors, and to see things through when their help was needed; and


WHEREAS, even after decades of calling Lovettsville their home, Catherine and Jerry remain a familiar and valued presence in the community, supporting Lovettsville restaurants, their church, longtime friends, and the generations of neighbors whose lives have intersected with their own; and


WHEREAS, their legacy can be found not only in the programs and activities they supported, but in the relationships that they have built, and in their remarkable ability to make others smile, feel welcomed, and know that they matter; and


WHEREAS, Catherine and Jerry Keller embody the very best of Lovettsville, a couple whose lives bridge generations of our community’s history, and whose example reminds us that the strength of a small town comes from people who choose, year after year, to invest their time, their hearts, and themselves in the place they call home.


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia hereby recognize Catherine and Jerry Keller as Lovettsville Oktoberfest’s 2026 Distinguished Residents honorees, and we thank them for their devotion and service to the Town of Lovettsville.                     

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0003
RECOGNIZING DENISE DANT AS A 2026 LOVETTSVILLE DISTINGUISHED RESIDENT

WHEREAS, Denise is a lifelong Lovettsville resident who attended the old Lovettsville Elementary School and graduated from Loudoun Valley High School, as did her husband; and


WHEREAS, her earliest community memories were formed at the Lovettsville ballfield, where Denise and her sister played, her father played on two teams, and where he also coached women’s softball; and


WHEREAS, in 1983, Denise began more than four decades of service to Lovettsville’s children as a preschool teacher at the Lovettsville Community Center, later joining the Child Care program in 1988 and transitioning to the County After School Activities (CASA) Program in 1998; and


WHEREAS, Denise helped guide the CASA Program from the Community Center to Lovettsville Elementary School in 2017, where enrollment grew from 36 to 54 children, while creating a welcoming environment in which children could learn, play, and belong; and


WHEREAS, through traditions such as What’s It Wednesday, CASA Café, Winter Beach Parties, Super Bowl Parties, Parents vs. CASA Dodgeball, Bingo Day, and STEAM Day, Denise brought creativity, enthusiasm, and lasting memories to countless ordinary afternoons; and


WHEREAS, Denise connected children with the broader community through partnerships with the Lovettsville Library, local leaders, and other residents who shared their talents, professions, and experiences, while also inviting former CASA participants to return and inspire younger children through sports, music, gymnastics, and other activities; and


WHEREAS, although Denise retired from the CASA Program in August 2025, she continues serving Lovettsville’s children through the Community Center’s School’s Out Camp and Kidz Zone programs; and


WHEREAS, Denise’s greatest legacy is reflected in the former preschoolers who have grown up, started families, and now bring their own children to her programs; and


WHEREAS, Denise and her husband have lived on Elvan Road for 39 years, where they raised their daughter and son, built lasting friendships with neighbors, and now enjoy time with their three grandsons; and


WHEREAS, as an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, Denise continues to embrace family, community, sports, reading, baking, and gardening.


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia hereby recognize Denise Dant as a Lovettsville Oktoberfest’s 2026 Distinguished Resident honoree, and we thank her for her devotion and service to the Town of Lovettsville.                

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0004 
RECOGNIZING FRANK HESKETT AS A 2026 LOVETTSVILLE DISTINGUISHED RESIDENT

WHEREAS, Frank Heskett is a lifelong Lovettsville resident whose roots run deep in the area’s agricultural history, growing up on his family’s farm near Picnic Woods and Morrisonville Roads, and attending the original Lovettsville Elementary School before graduating from Loudoun Valley High School in 1975; and


WHEREAS, from an early age, Frank learned the value of hard work and neighbors helping neighbors through his family’s Heskett Brothers Custom Farming business, working alongside his father and other local farmers harvesting crops, baling hay, and tending livestock throughout the Lovettsville area; and


WHEREAS, Frank’s childhood was shaped by a close-knit farming community where families worked together to bring in the harvest, shared meals after long days in the fields, and came to one another’s aid when needed, instilling in him a work ethic and commitment to community that would guide him throughout his life; and


WHEREAS, at age 17, Frank was coaxed into joining the Lovettsville Company 12 Volunteer Fire & Rescue by his two cousins Ronnie and Gary Lowry, so they could work together on calls, beginning his 21 years of dedicated service during which Frank was named Fireman of the Year in 1980 and served in numerous leadership positions, including Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, and Engineer; and


WHEREAS, Frank responded to countless emergencies throughout his years with Company 12, including the fires at the former Lovettsville Community Center and Brunswick YMCA Building, and worked alongside fellow volunteers to protect the community to include working with his good friends Robert “Peanut” Danner and Reggie Sanbower to convert a 1¼ ton military jeep into a brush truck named “Elizabeth” for fighting mountain fires; and


WHEREAS, after graduating from Nashville Auto Diesel College, Frank turned the mechanical skills first inspired by his family’s farming operation into a lifelong career, eventually joining the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority at Dulles International Airport, where he served for nearly 30 years before retiring as Shop Leader on December 12, 2018; and


WHEREAS, Frank and his wife, Susan, have built their life and raised their two daughters, Sarah and Amy, in the Lovettsville community, passing along to their children and now their four grandchildren the same appreciation for family, hard work, service, and community that shaped Frank’s own upbringing; and


WHEREAS, Frank has continued his commitment to service as a longtime member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, serving for approximately 20 years as a Trustee, assisting with the care and preservation of the church and cemetery, placing flags on veterans’ graves, and participating in mission trips alongside his daughters; and


WHEREAS, even in retirement, Frank remains someone others can count on, sharing his talents as a handyman and woodworker, caring for his church and home, and, most importantly, enjoying his role as “Papa” to his grandchildren; and


WHEREAS, as Lovettsville has grown and changed, Frank has remained a connection to the community’s agricultural past, and treasures the stories of the farmers, firefighters, neighbors, friends, and families who helped shape the Lovettsville he knew growing up; and


WHEREAS, by sharing those memories with his daughters and grandchildren, Frank is helping preserve an important piece of Lovettsville’s history and ensuring that the values of hard work, friendship, service, and neighbors helping neighbors continue with future generations.


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia hereby recognize Frank Heskett as a Lovettsville Oktoberfest’s 2026 Distinguished Resident honoree, and we thank him for his devotion and service to the Town of Lovettsville.          

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 PROCLAMATION 2026-09-0005
RECOGNIZING SUE CANGEMI AS A 2026 LOVETTSVILLE DISTINGUISHED RESIDENT

WHEREAS, Sue Cangemi has been a beloved member of the Lovettsville community for decades, becoming known to generations of residents simply and affectionately as “Ms. Sue;” and


WHEREAS, in 1987, Sue began teaching preschool at the Lovettsville Community Center, where for more than 35 years she welcomed, taught, encouraged, and cared for generations of Lovettsville children, leaving an enduring impression not only on her students, but also on the parents and families who came to know and trust her; and


WHEREAS, Sue’s care for Lovettsville’s families extended far beyond the classroom, as she became a mentor and source of support to young mothers and to countless children, earning her the fitting description of the, “mom of many moms;” and


WHEREAS, Sue has generously given countless hours in service to her hometown, volunteering for Town traditions and community activities including MayFest, Oktoberfest, Wintertainment, Breakfast with Santa, Scouts, library activities, Backpack Buddies, and Lovettsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue, among many others; and


WHEREAS, Sue’s commitment to helping those in need inspired her to establish Loudoun County’s first Little Free Pantry in November 2018 at the Lovettsville Historical Society & Museum on East Pennsylvania Avenue, creating a place where neighbors experiencing hardship could access food, toiletries, and other necessities at any hour, without an application or appointment; and


WHEREAS, the Little Free Pantry remains at the Museum today, serving as a lasting and visible example of Sue’s belief that neighbors should care for one another with dignity, compassion, and kindness; and


WHEREAS, Sue’s spirit of service has extended throughout Loudoun County through her work with the Western Loudoun Food Pantry, Mobile Hope, Loudoun Hunger Relief, Tree of Life, the Lucketts Food Pantry, and other charitable efforts, providing food, clothing, meals, backpacks, and support to individuals and families in need; and


WHEREAS, through her church, Sue also helped organize the large community event RISE Against Hunger, further demonstrating a lifelong willingness to turn compassion into action and bring others together in service; and


WHEREAS, Sue has been described by those who know her as the kind of person who “shows up, serves quietly, loves generously, and makes everyone feel like family,” a sentiment reflected in the generations of children, parents, neighbors, and friends whose lives have been touched by her kindness; and


WHEREAS, Sue’s legacy in Lovettsville cannot be measured solely by the programs she supported, the organizations she served, or the projects she helped create, but also by the countless personal relationships she nurtured and the example of compassion, generosity, and community service she has provided for others to follow.


NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that I, Christopher M. Hornbaker, Mayor of the Town of Lovettsville, and the Lovettsville Town Council of Lovettsville, Virginia hereby recognize Sue Cangemi as a Lovettsville Oktoberfest’s 2026 Distinguished Resident honoree, and we thank her for her devotion and service to the Town of Lovettsville.        

PASSED this 17th day of September 2026:
CHRISTOPHER M. HORNBAKER, MAYOR

🥨 Town Hall Parking Lot Closure and Limited Staff

The Samuel A. Finz Municipal Complex/Town Hall parking lot will be closed to the public from Wednesday, September 23rd, through Monday, September 28th, to accommodate Lovettsville Oktoberfest setup, event operations, and cleanup. Please make alternate parking arrangements during this period.

Additionally, due to festival setup and cleanup, Town Administrative Offices will be operating with limited staff availability Wednesday, September 23rd through Tuesday, September 29th. We appreciate your patience during this time. To ensure that we can best assist you, please contact us at (540) 822-5788 in advance. Payments may be made online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or dropped off in the drive-by drop box located behind the Lovettsville Museum.

📌 The Lovettsville Town Council has scheduled a Special Meeting to be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 6:00PM in Town Council Chambers at 6 East Pennsylvania Avenue in Lovettsville to discuss the following items: Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Public Comment, 2027 Events Planning Workshop, a Closed Session for the continuation of the Town Manager's Performance Review, and Comments/Disclosures from the Mayor and Town Council.

Meeting Agendas and Documents can be found at www.lovettsvilleva.gov > Meetings and Agendas

🌱 This is a friendly reminder that Chapter 26 of the Town Code requires residents to keep their lawns mowed and yards free of trash. Town ordinances require grass to be less than 12 inches tall. If you receive a violation notice, a fine of $50 may be charged for each day the grass remains uncut or accumulated trash is allowed to remain.

Chapter 26 of the Town Code can be found at: https://lovettsville.municipalcodeonline.com/book?type=ordinances#name=CHAPTER_26_SOLID_WASTE

📌 Sponsor a Veteran Paver by October 1st

The Lovettsville Veterans' Memorial is one of the most iconic, beautiful, and reverent parts of our Town. It was dedicated to honor those who have served our country, regardless of where they live, and where they come from. The deadline to honor a Veteran by purchasing an engraved paver for dedication at this year's ceremony is Thursday, October 1st. All pavers submitted by October 1st will be installed and dedicated at this year's Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026. Paver applications are available here or may be picked up at Town Hall.

📌 Please Use Water Wisely

🚰 As Loudoun County remains in a drought warning status, this is just a friendly reminder to please use water wisely, and to please resolve any ongoing water leaks. 

👉 While there is not a mandatory conservation in place for the Lovettsville area at this time, we are asking all residents to please use water wisely. Examples include running your washing machine and dishwasher only when full, taking shorter showers, refraining from washing cars and watering lawns, and as always, to resolve any ongoing water leaks. 

💙 As we continue to monitor drought conditions, updates will be provided. We appreciate your partnership in using our water wisely.

Upcoming Town Events

📌 Plan Ahead for Lovettsville Oktoberfest: Road Closures, Parking & Shuttle Information


The 30th Lovettsville Oktoberfest is coming to the heart of downtown Lovettsville on Saturday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. With visitors expected throughout the day, residents and motorists are encouraged to plan ahead for temporary road closures, parking restrictions, and traffic detours.


Road Closures – Saturday, September 26

To accommodate the festival, streets surrounding Zoldos Square/the "Squirkle" will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning at 6:00 a.m. Additionally, South Church Street and East Pennsylvania Avenue to South Locust Street will be closed. Berlin Turnpike will be closed beginning at Hammond Drive, with traffic detoured around the festival area.


Hammond Drive will remain accessible and will serve as part of the Oktoberfest traffic detour, along with Spring Farm Drive. Motorists should expect a continuous two-way flow of northbound and southbound traffic along Hammond Drive and Spring Farm Drive.


To keep the detour route clear and safe, no street parking will be permitted on either side of Hammond Drive and Spring Farm Drive, beginning the morning of Friday, September 25, through 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26. Residents and visitors are asked to remove vehicles from these roadways and make alternate parking arrangements in advance.


The parking lot behind Town Square Shopping Center will remain accessible via Town Center Drive and West Broad Way during the festival.


Town Hall Parking Lot Closure

The Samuel A. Finz Municipal Complex/Town Hall parking lot will be closed to the public from Wednesday, September 23, through Monday, September 28, to accommodate Lovettsville Oktoberfest setup, event operations, and cleanup. Please make alternate parking arrangements during this period.


Free Event Parking & Shuttle Service

Oktoberfest attendees are encouraged to take advantage of event parking at Lovettsville Community Park and the convenient shuttle service provided throughout the day.


Shuttles will operate continuously from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The primary shuttle pickup location at Lovettsville Community Park will be in the sports fields gravel parking lot near the flag poles and restrooms. Shuttles will transport attendees directly to the festival, with the Lovettsville Oktoberfest shuttle stop located near Kinderfest.


For guests returning to the park, an additional drop-off-only location will be available at the bottom of the Dog Park entrance. This location will not serve as a shuttle pickup point.


Residents, businesses, and visitors are encouraged to allow extra travel time and follow all posted traffic and parking signage throughout the day.


The Town appreciates the community’s patience and cooperation as we welcome residents and visitors to the Town of Lovettsville to celebrate 30 years of Lovettsville Oktoberfest! 

📌 Lovettsville Oktoberfest

🥨 3 DAYS AWAY! 🥨

Three days until we celebrate 30 years of Lovettsville Oktoberfest! Grab your friends, your family, and your dancing shoes, and get ready to join the celebration!

Learn more and view our Frequently Asked Questions at lovettsvilleoktoberfest.com

Quick Links: 
2026 Map, Food Vendors, DORA Participants, and Event Schedules
2026 Road Closures and Detours Map

There's still room! Click below to sign up: 
2026 Royalty Competition Registration
2026 Stein Hauling/Hoisting Competition Registration

Capital Projects

Visit our Town Website for status updates on all of our active projects including Loudoun County projects affecting our area to include the Valley North Electrical Transmission Line Project and the Roundabout at Route 9 and Route 287. 

📌 Upcoming Projects: 

Town Center Well Rehabilitation: The Town’s Utility Department completed the comprehensive rehabilitation of one of the Town’s four wells, referred to as Town Center Well, that is located on the Town Green behind the Walker Pavilion. The rehabilitation comprised of the replacement of a 20+ year pump, replacement of aged steel return pipes, an acid treatment and brushing of the well, all of which were preventive maintenance measures to ensure longevity and improved running levels of the well. Due to the equipment required to complete the rehabilitation, the large vegetation surrounding the well site was permanently removed. The rehabilitation is now complete, and the remaining replacement of fencing and landscaping plans will be completed shortly. Please be mindful of the work area and keep away from items blocked off by cones and orange safety fence.

Administrative Building Renovation: On August 6th, construction commenced at the Administrative Building of the Sam A. Finz Municipal Complex to relocate the existing kitchenette to create a new office space for Town staff. Final construction is awaiting materials and final permitting.

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