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Leesburg's "Taste" festival drew strong attendance and mixed vendor feedback, council members say

5656382 · August 20, 2025
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Council members and staff reported high attendance and continuing use of the new playground after the recent "Taste" festival, while some vendors and breweries told council members the event produced uneven business results.

Several Leesburg council members and staff reviewed the town's recent "Taste" festival at the Aug. 20 meeting, saying attendance and public reaction were generally positive but vendor feedback was mixed. Council members said they received multiple anecdotal reports of residents and out-of-town visitors enjoying the event, and that the courthouse-stage band attracted crowds. Organizers are reviewing vendor placement and the rooftop brewery footprint after complaints that some vendors did not see clear customer benefit.

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