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Summer Bash at Mount Trashmore (Virginia Beach)
August 8 @ 10:00 am - August 10 @ 4:00 pm
Hosted by The Wandering Makers
Join us for a full day of summer fun, community connection, and small-business love at Summer Bash at Mount Trashmore! This one-day outdoor market brings together local makers, artisans, food trucks, live music, and interactive activities for all ages — all set against the iconic backdrop of VB’s own Mount Trashmore 
What to expect:
A curated lineup of local artisans, makers, and small businesses
Food trucks serving up delicious bites
Live music throughout the day
Prizes, giveaways, and gift cards
Family-friendly fun for all ages
A curated lineup of local artisans, makers, and small businesses
Food trucks serving up delicious bites
Live music throughout the day
Prizes, giveaways, and gift cards
Family-friendly fun for all agesFan-favorite activities & games include:
The Wandering Rose Game – Find a hidden rose, bring it to The Wandering Makers table, and win a prize (one per guest!)
The Wandering Library – Our free, donation-based community library where you can bring or take books, puzzles, and games
Our famous Shop-to-Win Raffle – Earn a raffle ticket with every purchase from a participating vendor for a chance to win one of two artisan-filled prize baskets
Crowd-pleasing contests like the potato sack race, hula hoop challenge, and a brand-new summer water toss game — all with prizes!
The Wandering Rose Game – Find a hidden rose, bring it to The Wandering Makers table, and win a prize (one per guest!)
The Wandering Library – Our free, donation-based community library where you can bring or take books, puzzles, and games
Our famous Shop-to-Win Raffle – Earn a raffle ticket with every purchase from a participating vendor for a chance to win one of two artisan-filled prize baskets
Crowd-pleasing contests like the potato sack race, hula hoop challenge, and a brand-new summer water toss game — all with prizes!
All activities and prizes are completely free to play, all-ages, and designed to bring people together the way you’ve come to expect from The Wandering Makers! 
This event is about celebrating creativity, supporting small businesses, and making memories with your community. Whether you’re shopping, playing, dancing, or just soaking up the vibes — there’s something here for everyone.