Greet travelling, out-of-town guests with a welcome bag inspired by the state made for lovers and make your Virginia wedding weekend all the more memorable. A few weeks ago, we answered a local bride-to-be’s question on ideas for unique and locally-made goodies for an out-of-town bag. (Don’t miss our ideas for a DC wedding welcome bag and a Maryland wedding welcome bag right here!) Today we’re heading West and talking ideas and inspiration for Virginia wedding out-of-town bags. (And PS, if you ever have a question, please e-mail anytime!)

Here is our master list of things to consider including in your Virginia wedding welcome bags…

Salty

• Salted peanuts from Hubs
• Potato chips from Route 11 Potato Chips
• Cheese straws from Savannah Grace
• Gourmet popcorn from Popped! Republic (the Mount Vernon maple glaze is a must-try!)
• Healthy snack bars from Health Warrior
• Chocolate sea salt brownie from The Amazing Brownie Company

Sweet

• Apple butter from Graves’ Mountain
• …or you can use our recipe for apple butter wedding favors + free printable!
• Mango chutney from Virginia Chutney Co.
• Virginia themed chocolate from Historical Chocolate Company
• Candy bars from Potomac Chocolate
• Fudge from Nancy’s Candy Co.
• Cheesecake in a jar from Decadence Gourmet Cheesecakes
• Assorted chocolate from Gearhart’s Chocolate
• Mini apple cider doughnuts from Carpe Donut
• Cake pops from Alexandria Cake Pop Company
• Hickory syrup from Wildwood’s Hickory Syrup

Savory

• Bourbon chipotle hot sauce from Virginia Gentleman
• Marinara sauce from Keswick Gourmet
• Spice rubs from Gypsy Hill

Drinks

• Bottle of wine from your favorite local vineyard (mine is the Chardonnay from Jefferson Vineyards!)
• Water bottles from aquaVA with personalized tags
• The Love wheat beer from Star Hill
• Orange juice from Lumi Juice
• Apple cider from Albermarle Ciderworks

Fun Souvenirs

• Metro SmarTrip card + Pocket Guide
• Virginia map cookie cutter from Hill’s Kitchen
• Virginia Lottery scratch-off cards
• Souvenirs (think “Virginia is for Lovers” postcards, mugs, shot glasses) from area gift shops

Reading Materials

• Wedding weekend itinerary
• Custom map by your favorite calligrapher
• List of your favorite local restaurants, shops, etc.  with personal details (e.g. first date spot)
• Local newspaper or magazine such as the Fairfax County Times or Virginia Living Magazine
  
• The Scout Guide
• Washingtonian Magazine‘s Welcome Guide

Out-of-Town Bags + Extras

• “Virginia is for Lovers” gift bag
• Charlottesville grocery bag tote from MapTote
• Virginia canvas tote bag from Home T.

More Ideas + Credits

1. Something to drink: The Love wheat beer from Star Hill Brewery
2. Wedding day map + itinerary: Hand illustrated map from Trial by Cupcakes
3. Something “Virginia”: “Virginia is for Lovers” mug from Virginia is for Lovers Gift Shop
4. Something sweet: Chocolate bar from Potomac Chocolate
5. Something healthy: Protein bar from Health Warrior
6. Something salty: Salted peanuts from Hub’s

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So many fun ideas for your Virginia out-of-town bags! What did we miss!? What’s going in your bags? Talk to us! For more wedding welcome bag ideas, check out these Washington DC area wedding bag ideas and easy, local DC theme gifts and favors.

Are you looking for more local wedding ideas? Be sure to look through our DC area wedding idea galleries and find wedding advice from local DC area pros. If that isn’t enough, check out our collection of local DMV weddings from the real world and the best DC area wedding vendors who make it all happen.