Name: Ladies Horticultural Luncheon
Start: 2025-05-02T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-02T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Millwood Station Banquet Hall

The Ladies’ Horticultural Luncheon began as an unofficial Festival event and informal luncheon in a private home. Now it is sponsored by the Women’s Auxiliary of the Virginia State Horticultural Society and recognized as an official event of the Festival. The luncheon has grown from a small gathering to a springtime celebration enjoyed by hundreds of people. It has always been one of the most elegant activities of the Festival.
A delicious lunch, an outstanding keynote speaker, wonderful door prizes, and table favors contribute to a time of food, fun, and fellowship. In the past, we have been entertained and inspired by authors, a finalist from Project Runway, and Winchester’s very own Lauryn Ricketts, a DC network meteorologist. Proceeds from this event provide scholarships for students preparing for careers in an agricultural field.

This Anniversary Celebration is produced by the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® in conjunction with the Women's Auxiliary of the Virginia Horticultural Society.