Effingham Barrel Tastings
2025-03-16 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-23 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
You are invited to our Annual Barrel Tastings!
Barrel Tastings allow guests to sample new vintages before they get bottled. Our winemaking team will guide you through the 2024 vintage wines while discussing the techniques and methods they use to make Virginia’s best wine.
We are offering two weekends in our Barrel Room with several sessions each day. Tastings will consist of newly bottled wines, varietal wines, potential blends, and a few surprises.
Guests of our Barrel Tastings will receive exclusive discounts on purchases of the pre-released wines featured at this event. “Future” wines will be available to be picked upon bottling.
Reservations are required to attend a Barrel Tasting session. We are hosting multiple sessions a day. Please note, that each session will have limited spots available. Guests will also enjoy a small bite pairing to accompany the wine.
RSVP HERE

Books on Tap
2025-03-19 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a glass of wine and discuss a different book each month!
Wednesday, March 19th sip and discuss “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman.

Meetings are at Effingham Winery 14325 Trotters Ridge Place Nokesville, VA. For more information, please contact tsulik@pwcgov.org

Murder Mystery Dinner Show
2025-03-21 18:30 - 21:30
Our next Murder Mystery Show will be hosted on Friday, March 21st at 6:30pm.
TICKETS & DETAILS HERE
Lady Thistledown’s Poisoned Quill
The dashing young bachelor Lord Henry, Duke of Cavendish, has just returned home from the war abroad. In his honor, the Dowager Lady Worthington is having a dinner party. All the unmarried young ladies of the ton are in attendance. They all hope to catch the Duke’s eye and they won’t let a little thing like the Murder of Lord Fairfax get in the way. But what of the cryptic messages left by the gossip monger Lady Thistledown? Scandal after scandal is revealed as the list of suspects grows ever longer. Can anyone weather Lady Thistledown’s Poisoned Quill?
Guests are encouraged to dress up for the mystery if they are so inclined. Dress up in Regency attire ala Bridgerton or Downton Abbey. Tickets include a welcome glass of wine and dinner.
Doors will open no earlier than 6:30P
Show begins at 7:15P
MENU – provided by Pampa’s Fox Catering (GF)
Seasonal Greens House Salad
Creamy Lemon Parm Chicken
Roasted Potato Wedges
Medley of Seasonal Green Vegetables
Arrollado (Jelly Roll) – yellow sponge cake filled with cream, dulce de leche and fresh fruit
Vegetarian Entrée (Spinach & Ricotta Crepes with Creamy Lemon Parmesan Sauce) available by preorder only.
Dietary Needs: Due to the size of this event, not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Vegetarian Entrée + Gluten Free Dessert can be requested with ADVANCED NOTICE ONLY (no later than Mon, 3/10). To inquire, please email jennifer@effinghammanor.com
Seating Notes: Table seating is arranged before the start of the event. If you want to sit with another group, please email the other guests’ names to jennifer@effinghammanor.com . Due to the size of this event, guests will be seated with other parties. Tables can hold 6 – 10 guests. The show will be happening all around you, so there isn’t a bad seat in the house.
Show Notes: Guests should be aware, that the show contains adult humor and innuendos that may not be suitable for all audiences.
Effingham Manor is an adults-only winery – all guests must be 21 years or older.

The Kitchen of Don Alfredo Food Truck
2025-03-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
The Kitchen of Don Alfredo Food Truck will be at Effingham from 12pm – 5pm with food for purchase. TKODA food truck serves the best Birria, tacos, pupusas, and flan around.

Fireside Kabobs on Wheels
2025-03-23 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Fireside Kabobs on Wheels will be at Effingham from 12pm – 5pm with food for purchase. Fireside Kabob food truck serves sizzling kabobs, meticulously crafted over an open flame.

Little Lady Grill Food Truck
2025-04-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Little Lady Grill is here for our late hours from 5pm – 8pm with meals for purchase. Little Lady Grill serves the most delicious Latin Fusion meals!

Karen's Line Dancing
2025-04-04 18:30 - 20:30
We are excited to have Karen with BOOM Fitness here at Effingham Manor for some LINE DANCING!
Come join us on April 4th, dancing will begin at 6:30pm. The winery will be open from 11am, seating is available first come.
Learn songs from Country, Hip Hop, Pop, and Rock. Join Karen and learn lots of fun songs, doesn’t matter if you have never danced. Each song will be broken down and taught to you. So come out ready to scuff the floor up and get your boot scoot boogie on.
**This is a 21 years and up venue**

Jeremiah's Kansas City Style Bar B Q
2025-04-05 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-06 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-03 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-04 12:00 - 17:00
Jeremiah’s Kansas City Style Bar B Q will be back at Effingham from 12PM – 5PM. Jeremiah will have pulled pork, barbeque chicken, mac & cheese, and more!
MGySgt Jeremiah Burns 3 time National Armed Forces Champion of the Giant National Capitol BBQ Battle, USO Metro

Island Soul Food Truck
2025-04-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Island Soul is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Island Soul serves delicious jerk chicken, Jamaican patties and more!

Panda Wokking Food Vendor
2025-04-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Panda Wokking is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. They serve delicious freshly made-to-order Chinese Cuisine.

Live Music by Sarah Swanner
2025-04-13 14:00 - 17:00
Join us on Sunday, April 13th for live music with Sarah Swanner from 2pm – 5pm.
Sarah is a local musician who has performed in the NOVA area for over 20 years. She plays all styles of music from country to classic rock, blues to jazz and loves to take a song, put in a twist and make it her own.

Books on Tap
2025-04-16 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a glass of wine and discuss a different book each month!
Wednesday, March 19th sip and discuss “The Paris Wife” by Paula McLain.
Meetings are at Effingham Winery 14325 Trotters Ridge Place Nokesville, VA. For more information, please contact tsulik@pwcgov.org

Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
2025-04-19 10:30 - 14:00
It’s our Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch! Join us on Easter Eve, Saturday, April 19th, for a fun, spring day at Effingham.
The Egg Hunt will begin at 10:30AM and eggs will be hidden throughout our beautiful grounds and gardens, filled not only with sweet treats but some will have special prizes. Prizes will include gift certificates, complimentary tasting cards, wine discounts, and more! Find the GOLDEN EGG to win our grand prize – a gift basket filled with Effingham goodies.
10:30AM – Egg Hunt
11:00AM – Welcome glass of Bubbles & Brunch served in the Winery Building
Menu (provided by Pampa’s Fox Catering) –
Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole (veg)
Seasonal Fruit Display (gf) (veg)
Caramelized Onion & Gruyere Quiche (veg)
Sausage Links and Bacon Strips (gf)
Chicken Empanadas
Italian Roasted Garlic & Parmesan Potatoes (gf) (veg)
Assorted Muffins and Fruit Bars (veg)
Tickets will include a welcome glass of sparkling wine and brunch (served buffet style). Additional wine is available to purchase by the bottle or glass.
This event is held rain or shine. Effingham is an adults-only destination (no guests under 21 years of age) and please keep your pets at home.

RSVP HERE

Dietary Needs: Due to the size of this event, not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Some GF substitutions are available only with advanced notice only (no later than April 7th). Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions by emailing jennifer@effinghammanor.com
Seating Notes: After the Egg Hunt, guests will be invited to the Winery Building for Brunch. Guests are welcome to seat themselves indoors or outdoors. We encourage community-style seating as there will not be reserved tables for this event. – a great opportunity to meet new friends! However, if your party consists of 8 or more guests, please let us know so we can ensure we have a large table available for your group. Seating requests can be emailed to jennifer@effinghammanor.com .

Closed Easter Sunday
2025-04-20
Happy Easter! We will be closed on Sunday, April 20th.

Little Lady Grill Food Truck
2025-04-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Little Lady Grill is here for our late hours from 4pm – 8pm with meals for purchase. Little Lady Grill serves the most delicious Latin Fusion meals!

Final Friday - Open Late
2025-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
It’s our first Final Friday of 2025! On the last Friday of the month through October, we stay open late (till 9PM) for our friends to kick off the weekend.
We will have live music by our favorite, Adriel Genet. Food available for purchase by food truck, Little Lady Grill.
Effingham is a 21+ property. Come out with friends and have a good time with great wine. Seating is available on a first come basis.

Sip & Sustain
2025-04-26 12:00 - 16:00
Sip & Sustain, an Earth Day After Party!
Hosted from 12pm – 4pm. Join us for a day of sustainability and local craftsmanship at Effingham! Celebrate Earth Day a little later with fine wine, unique local vendors, and a chance to learn about eco-friendly practices.
Guests can also visit our Vineyard and learn about the growing process with Frank Lynch. He will be pouring samples of our Rosé and Snort, both made with our Chambourcin grapes!
Meet and shop with great, amazing local vendors.

FillaGreen a local sustainable living refillery and low waste business. Learn about their Manassas location and shop products!
Stop, Shop, & Prop – a wide variety of organically grown and cared for indoor houseplants.
Hide Ho Farm is located right in Nokesville. They will be here with their adorable goats for you to meet! They will also have eggs and seedlings for sale.
Prince William Regional Beekeepers will have information about promoting responsible and sustainable beekeeping. They will also have their local honey for sale.

As a reminder, Effingham Manor is a 21+ winery.

SUGUSTO Food Truck
2025-04-26 12:00 - 16:00
We welcome SUGUSTO food truck to Effingham. They serve tasty sandwiches, burgers and bagels. Enjoy thier offerings from 12pm – 5pm.

Goat Petting Farm with Hi De Ho Farm
2025-04-26 12:00 - 16:00
🌿 Hi De Ho Farm at Sip & Sustain! 🐐
Hosted from 12pm – 4pm. Join us for a day of sustainability and local craftsmanship at Effingham! Celebrate Earth Day a little later with fine wine, unique local vendors, and a chance to learn about eco-friendly practices.
Hi De Ho Farm is a thriving, family-owned farm located in Nokesville, Virginia. We proudly raise a diverse array of livestock, including horses, goats, ducks, chickens, roosters, guinea hens, emus, quail, turkeys, geese, pigs, sheep, and rabbits. Our animals are hand-fed and well-cared for, ensuring they live happy, healthy lives. In addition to our livestock, we also grow a variety of fruits and vegetables, which feed both our family and our animals. As a sustainable farm, we are committed to environmentally-friendly practices that allow our farm to continue growing and thrive every day.
✨ Come meet our adorable baby goats, born this month—perfect for petting and bottle feeding fun!🍳 We’ll also have fresh chicken, duck, and quail eggs available for purchase, along with a beautiful selection of flower, vegetable, and herb starter plants to kick off your garden season.🍪 And don’t miss our delicious baked goods, made with love using our very own farm-fresh eggs!
Come sip, sustain, and support local farms. We can’t wait to see you there! 💚

International Chef's Table
2025-05-09 19:00 - 21:30
Join us on Friday, May 9th to explore the foods of Spain!
Enjoy a thoughtfully tailored Spanish-themed Menu, paired with Effingham wines. Dinner catered by local favorites, Pampa’s Fox Catering. Each course will be served on small plates.
Menu –
coming soon..
Doors open at 6:30PM
RSVP HERE

RSVP & Earn Miles! It’s our Frequent Flyer Program. Travel around the world with us and earn miles. For each series you attend, you will gain “mile points”. At the end of our series, we will award multiple prizes to those who traveled the most with us. Calculating Effingham Manor, Nokesville to Madrid, Spain – you will earn 3,815 miles!!!
Seating Notes: Table seating is arranged before the day of the event. If you want to sit with another group and are making separate reservations, please email all guests names to jennifer@effinghammanor.com
Dietary Needs: Unfortunately, this menu cannot be substituted for gluten-free or vegetarian guests. We appreciate your understanding. Please inquire more information by emailing jennifer@effinghammanor.com before purchasing tickets.

SUGUSTO Food Truck
2025-05-10 12:00 - 17:00
This weekend we welcome back SUGUSTO food truck to Effingham. They serve tasty sandwiches, burgers, and bagels. Enjoy thier offerings from 12pm – 5pm.

SUGUSTO Food Truck
2025-05-11 12:00 - 17:00
Celebrate Mother’s Day ay Effingham. We will have SUGUSTO food truck from 12pm – 5pm. They serve tasty sandwiches, burgers, and bagels.

Live Music by Bella McDonald
2025-05-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Live Music by Bella McDonald from 2pm – 5pm at Effingham Manor.
Bella McDonald is a singer-songwriter and performer in the Northern Virginia/D.C. area. With her acoustic guitar, she performs original songs as well as covers of POP, country, and folk covers, giving them her personal brand of soulful flare.

SUGUSTO Food Truck
2025-05-16 17:00 - 20:00
It’s Ladies Night at Effingham! We will have SUGUSTO food truck from 5pm – 8pm. They serve tasty sandwiches, burgers, and bagels.

Ladies Night!
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Ladies Night is back at Effingham! Join us on Friday, May 16th from 6pm – 9pm.
Effingham Ladies Night will feature:
* Stop, Shop, & Prop – a wide variety of organically grown and cared for indoor houseplants.
* Tinsel Hair by Barbie – add a little sparkle to your hair!
* Pure Shenandoah – local CBD products.
* AR Workshop – The Gainesville location will be on site with crafts that can be taken home or completed on site.
PLUS, it’s Teacher Appreciation week – Teachers and faculty, we celebrate you with 15% off bottles with a valid school ID.
$11 per guest (ticket is redeemable for a glass of wine upon arrival)
By RSVPing, your ticket will include a glass of wine, as well as an automatic entry for a live raffle drawing during the evening!
Walk-in’s welcome. However, walk-ins will not be included in the giveaway.
P.S. Gent’s welcome too! As always, Effingham Manor is an adults-only winery (this includes babies). Please, no outside food or alcohol at this event.
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