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Virginia
Area Events
This area is alive with events all year round. From music to arts and crafts you will always find something interesting to do.
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Always Eventful
Specializing in Corporate Retreats * Reunions * Weddings * Graduations * Anniversary Parties * Birthdays * Fund Raisers * Business Meetings * Holiday Celebrations * Showers * Bachelorette Parties * Girlfriend Weekends
Also does a multitude of Themed Events - From Wine and Cheese Parties to Redneck Hoedowns * Luaus * Beach Parties * Murder Mystery Dinners * Seasonal Theme Parties Always Eventful is dedicated to creating fun and sharing the abundant opportunity for adventure with all those who dare.
Contact Information: Debbie Seagle 540.239.1639 Always Eventful
Blue Ridge Backroads at the Rex Theater8:00 PM Every Friday
Rex Theater
113 East Grayson Street
Galax, VA 24333
Visit the Historic Rex Theater in Downtown Galax every Friday evening for a unique Live Radio Show featuring Bluegrass and Oldtime Bands performing on stage. Blue Ridge Backroads Live is presented by a group of area Volunteers and has been taking place at The Rex Theater since 1999. It is broadcasted live on WBRF 98.1FM. Contact Information: 276-238-8130 Blue Ridge Backroads at the Rex Theater
Fiddle, Banjo and Dance Club of New River Community CollegeAll shows begin at 6:00 unless otherwise noted
New River Community College
5251 College Drive
Dublin, Virginia 24084
"Music rings out of these mountains. I can't explain it, but it's just a tradition here...good, down-to-earth music started right here in this area." RALPH STANLEY
Since December 1991, New River Community College has brought live bluegrass and old-time music to our region through its monthly Fiddle, Banjo and Dance Club jamborees.
Over the years bluegrass greats, including Ralph Stanley, have made multiple appearances generating record-breaking attendances at the event. Olen Gardner, In the Tradition, Big Country Bluegrass, John Viers and many others have performed here and entertained thousands of local music fans.
October 9, 2010
Crusher Run
Snow Creek
October 30, 2010
Rhonda Vincent and Gene Watson
7:00 PM
November 13, 2010
Veterans Day show featuring John Viers and the Crossroads Station Band
Slate Mountian
December 11, 2010
Big Country
White Top Mountain
Contact Information:
540-674-3600 ext. 4307
Fiddle, Banjo and Dance Club of New River Community College
Bluegrass Jam at Gerta's House of MusicEvery Tuesday
6:30 PM
Gerta's House of Music
Conveniently located off I-81 at Wytheville Exit 77.
Situated below the Wilco-Hess Truckstop and Wash.
Visible from the Interstate.
If traveling South on I-81, exit and turn right onto service road.
If traveling North on I-81, exit and turn left, cross overpass and then turn right onto service road.
Contact Information: 276-617-1166
dblair@gertasbluegrassjam.com
Bluegrass Jam at Gerta's House of Music
Bingo at Gerta's House of MusicEvery Saturday
6:00
Gerta's House of Music
Conveniently located off I-81 at Wytheville Exit 77.
Situated below the Wilco-Hess Truckstop and Wash.
Visible from the Interstate.
If traveling South on I-81, exit and turn right onto service road.
If traveling North on I-81, exit and turn left, cross overpass and then turn right onto service road.
Contact Information: 276-617-1166 Bingo at Gerta's House of Music
Hillsville Downtown Celebration Series Saturday, May 22, 2010 (5:30 PM-10:00 PM)
Saturday, June 26, 2010 (5:30 PM-10:00 PM)
Saturday, July 24, 2010 (5:30 PM-10:00 PM)
Saturday, August 21, 2010 (5:30 PM-10:00 PM)
Saturday, September 11, 2010 (5:30 PM-10:00 PM)
Jail House Square
410 North Main Street
Hillsville, VA 24343
Beach music concert and classic car cruise-in with music by "The Embers" on May 22nd, "The Entertainers" on June 26th, "Craig Woolard Band" on July 24th, "Jim Quick and Coastline" on August 21st and "Mark Roberts and Breeze" on September 11th. Food and beverages available, lawn seating, downtown in Historic Hillsville, Virginia. Free admission! Children's activities! Contact Information: Town Hall: 276-728-2128 Hillsville Downtown Celebration Series
Art exhibits at Fine Arts Center for the New River ValleyJune 21 - September 8, 2010
Fine Arts Center
21 West Main Street
Pulaski, VA 24301
June 21 - July 6
Computage and Mixed Media on Steroids by Leslye Bloom
July 9 - August 16
Through the Lense by photographer Jinx Clark
August 16 - September 8
Photographs by Aileen Fletcher hand colored digital photography
Contact Information:
540-980-7363
Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley
Wolfhart House Dinner Theatre Presents The Rat Pack and Co. Now through September 5, 2010
Wolfhart House Dinner Theatre
170 Malin Drive
Wytheville VA 24382
Concert by Rat Pack tribute artists Contact Information: 276-223-0891
888-950-3382 Wohlfahrthaus
Fort Chiswell Mansion ToursEvery Saturday
1 - 5 PM
Fort Chiswell Mansion
325 Factory Outlet Drive
Max Meadows, VA
The Mansion at Fort Chiswell is tucked away in the rolling hills at the foot of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. The Mission of The Mansion at Fort Chiswell is to share its rich history, promote local and regional tourism, support educational programs, and contribute to the growth and prosperity of local and regional artists.
Contact Information: 304-323-5435 Fort Chiswell Mansion Tours
Red Barn Blue Grass at Pleasant Hill FarmEvery Friday
7:00
Pleasant Hill Farm
310 Rome Road
Max Meadows, VA
Meet at the Red Barn each Friday night for an evening of Bluegrass and Mountain music played by some of the region's most talented artists. Contact Information: 276-637-0252 Pleasant Hill Farm
Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary CelebrationFriday, September 10 - Sunday, September 12, 2010
Blue Ridge Music Center
Milepost 213 Blue Ridge Parkway
Galax, VA 24333
Three days of performances, workshops and other activities, all FREE. Visit www.blueridgeparkway75.com for the latest information. Friday's activities will include the Sierra Hull Band in concert at 4 pm. Saturday Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth will perform 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, a preconcert performance and discussion of Round Peak music at 4:30 pm, a flatfoot dance workshop at 5:30 pm, and the Gala Concert featuring Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys/The Round Peak Boys at 7 pm. Gates for evening concert open at 5:30 pm. Sunday will feature a shapenote workshop with Laura Boosinger at 11 am and gospel concert with The Churchmen at noon. Contact Information: 276-236-5309 Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Celebration
Floyd County Harvest Festival and County FairSaturday, September 11, 2010
Floyd, VA
Floyd County Harvest Festival and County Fair is a day to celebrate Floyd County's arts, crafts and agricultural heritage.
Join us at our NEW venue,within The Town Of Floyd, for a full day of exhibits, live music, heritage art & crafts & country living exhibits & demonstrations, games, and much more.
Many other local activities are being planned and to be announced..so please check for updates at our website.
Contact Information: 540-745-9307 floyd harvest festival
Fries Festival by the RiverSaturday, September 18th from 9am to 9pm
Town of Fries along the New River
Near milepost 216 on the Blue Ridge Parkway
An annual family event held along the banks of the New River in the beautiful Town of Fries. Contact Information: Fries Recreation Center, Inc.
276.744.2531
scarrico@friesreccenter.com
Festival by the River
Butterfly Release/Monarch Tagging at Flying FlowersSaturday, September 18, 2010
10:30 AM
Flying Flowers at Beagle Ridge Herb Farm
1934 Matney Flats Rd
Wytheville, VA 24382
Butterfly Release/Monarch Tagging at Flying Flowers, Southwestern VA's only walk through Butterfly House, at 10:30 on Sat. Sept 18th. Visitors will catch a Monarch and tag it as part of Monarch Watch, through the University of Kansas. This tag and the data collected allows it to be monitored on its migration to Mexico.
Visitors will then release the Monarch from Flying Flowers as part of the activity. The structure is home to butterflies native to Virginia and all the necessary plants to sustain them. Monarchs, Swallowtails, Frittilaries and Dianas are a few of the inhabitants which will pose for your camera or land on your shoulder while strolling through the house.
Cost is $10.00 for adults children with adults free. Registration is required.
Contact Information:
276-621-4511
Flying Flowers
Almost McGraw Tim McGraw Tribute ArtistSaturday, September 25, 2010 7:30 PM
Pulaski Theatre
14 West Main Street
Pulaski, Virginia 24301
Almost McGraw, performed by Todd Sullivan, is a tribute to Country Music Superstar, Tim McGraw. This country music concert is ideal for the entire family and a must-see for those who love Tim McGraw! Contact Information: Pulaski Theatre
540-994-9555 Pulaski Theatre
Shockley's Old Timey DaySaturday, September 25 - Sunday, September 26, 2010
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shockley Farm
1101 Worrell Estate Rd.
Hillsville, VA 24343
See how an old time farm really works! Demonstrations and events include plowing with horses, antique tractors and engines, soap making, apple cider making, butter churning, weaving cloth with a loom, corn straw broom making, old time ice cream making, blacksmiths, corn mill and buckwheat flour w/gristmill and many more demos. Horse drawn wagon rides will be offered. Food will be provided by Barren Springs Fire Dept and local church groups. Old time music will be provided during the day and preaching will be held under the tent on Sunday morning at 10 AM. Bring your chairs and come have a good ole' time! Admission is $5 children under 10 free. Directions from interstates: From 81 exit 89A to Rt.100S go 19 miles turn right on Rt 1101. From 77 exit 14 to Rt N221/E58 to Hillsville. Take left on 221N to R 100 take left follow signs.
Contact Information:
276-733-4953
Shockley's Old Timey Day
Pulaskifest at Jackson ParkSaturday, October 2, 2010
Jackson Park Downtown Pulaski
This all day event features music, crafts and food vendors Contact Information: For more info contact Barbara Tate at 994-8627 or Dave Hart at 994-86424 Pulaski, Virginia
Civil War Encampment and ReenactmentSaturday, October 02, 2010 - Sunday, October 03, 2010
Opens at 9:30 AM
Laurel Hill
1091 Ararat Highway
Ararat, VA 24053
Living history at Laurel Hill, the birthplace of Major General J.E.B. Stuart, near Ararat, Virginia.
Don't miss one of the highest-quality re-enactment events in the world!
Contact Information:
276-251-1833
Civil War Reenactment
Highlanders FestivalSaturday, October 2, 2010
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Radford University
Tyler Avenue
Radford, VA 24142
Celebrate our Scots-Irish past with bagpipes, authentic heavy weight sports, a parade and more. Vendors, food, and fun galore!
Begin the celebration on Friday, 1 October at Ken Farmer's Auction Gallery with a scotch, wine and celtic beer tasting.
Saturday morning kicks off with a pancake breakfast at the Farmer's Market lot on Main Street. Then grab your spot on historic Main Street and enjoy an old fashioned parade-complete with bagpipes! The parade leads everyone into RU and the festival begins.
Call the Radford Visitor's Center for details, maps, etc. 866-605-6442.
Highlanders Festival
Cabin Days at Ingles FarmFriday, October 8 - Saturday, October 9, 2010
Ingles Farm, exit #105 off of I-81, go east about one mile
9 Wilderness Road
Radford, VA 24141
Visit Ingles Farm! This working farm will be open to the public on specific days from 10am-3pm. Routine work will be performed and explained. Come and explore the cabin of William and Mary Draper Ingles, learn about current preservation efforts, and trace the history of Ingles Ferry and its importance in history.
Contact Information:
540-267-3153
Ingles Farm
Craftsmen's Fall Classic Arts and Crafts FestivalFriday, October 8 - Sunday, October 10, 2010
Roanoke Civic Center
710 Williamson Rd. at Orange Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24022
Features original designs & work from hundreds of artists and craftspeople from across the nation. Visit with the actual artisans as you discover what goes into the making of these one-of-a-kind treasures. There is something for every style, taste & budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary, functional to whimsical and decorative to fun!
Contact Information:
336-282-5550
Arts and Crafts Festival
Chateau Morrisette Black Dog Wine and Beach FestivalSaturday, October 9
11:00 - 5:00
Chateau Morrisette
287 Winery Road SW
Floyd, VA 24091
Two musical acts will perform from 11 am - 5 pm. Tickets $15 in advance on line or by phone; $20 at the Gate. Children and young adults accompanied by an adult are admitted at no charge! Picnics, coolers or outside food & beverages are not allowed
Contact Information:
540-593-2865
Chateau Morrisette
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