The history of music performances at Watermelon Park in Berryville is long and distinguished. There are two main events each year, the upcoming River and Roots Festival, and the Watermelon Park Festival, held in September of each year. The setup is great, plenty of camping space along the river and a stage set amongst an oak grove. Considering it's right over the mountain from Middleburg, it's an easy trip to see some great music. This year's River and Roots will be held June 23-25, and the lineup includes We Banjo 3, the great Michael Daves, with Tony Trischka and Brittany Haas, Sherman Holmes feat. The Ingramettes, Black Masala, Corn Potato String Band, Bud's Collective, and some local favorites, including Furnace Mountain and The Woodshedders. There's also a farmer's market tent, activities for kids, and a Fiddle Camp for all ages that meet each afternoon, June 20-23. Add in the campground picking and jamming that will take place, and you have a great local musical event that will bring you back to your roots. For more info on festival tickets and the Fiddle Camp, go to riverandroots.com.