Virginia Dove Season 2026-27
Virginia dove season dates start with Sep 5-Oct 24, 2026. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
Virginia's listed 2026-27 dove season runs Sep 5-Oct 24, 2026.
Second Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove opens Nov 21, 2026 and closes Nov 29, 2026.
Third Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove opens Dec 19, 2026 and closes Jan 18, 2027.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to Virginia DWR.
Dove
Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove
First Segment
September 5: Noon until sunset. September 6–October 24: One-half hour before sunrise until sunset. Composed of mourning doves and white-winged doves, singly or in combination.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove
Second Segment
One-half hour before sunrise until sunset.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove
Third Segment
One-half hour before sunrise until sunset.
Zone: Statewide
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Virginia Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in Virginia?
September 5, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in Virginia — first segment mourning dove / white-winged dove runs Sep 5-Oct 24, 2026. Confirm zone and permit details with Virginia DWR.
What are the 2026-27 dove season dates in Virginia?
Virginia lists 3 dove season windows: First Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove (Sep 5-Oct 24, 2026); Second Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove (Nov 21-29, 2026); Third Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove (Dec 19, 2026-Jan 18, 2027). Always verify against Virginia DWR before hunting.
Are there different dove seasons in Virginia?
Yes — Virginia lists separate dove seasons for First Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove, Second Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove, Third Segment Mourning Dove / White-winged Dove. Each can carry its own dates, zones, and weapon rules; see the table above and Virginia DWR.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in Virginia?
Yes. Virginia generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with Virginia DWR.