Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
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U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
U.S. Marine Corps Birthday
Free admission at the National D-Day Memorial for all current members and veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
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Live Music at Harvest Moon
Live Music at Harvest Moon
Come to Harvest Moon Marketplace in Moneta for great food, drinks, and live music! Click here to see who is playing.
Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players presents live community theatre with the play "Bedroom Farce". Performances Fridays - Sundays on select weekends in November. Little Town Players has been performing live community theatre in Bedford for more than 45 years! Click here for tickets!
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Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Day Ceremony
The National D-Day Memorial will host its annual Veterans Day observance ceremony on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11a.m. Veterans in attendance will be recognized during the ceremony. Admission on November 11 will be free until noon for the public and free all day for all veterans. Mitchell Yockelson, Keynote Speaker Mitchell Yockelson manages the...
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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D-Day Memorial Lunchbox Lecture Series
D-Day Memorial Lunchbox Lecture Series
Join the National D-Day Memorial for the 2024 Lunchbox Lecture Series on select days throughout the year. All lectures will be held in real-time through Facebook Live and YouTube and also in person at the Memorial. Follow the National D-Day Memorial Facebook page and YouTube channel for notifications.
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
Trivia Night @ Beale’s
Trivia Night @ Beale’s
Live team trivia on Thursdays in the taproom! Free to play – 1st, 2nd and 3rd place take home Beale's gift certificates!
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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Rockin’ Out for Paws
Rockin’ Out for Paws
Come to the New London Ruritan Club for this annual event! There will be a silent auction, live music, food, and door prizes!
Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players presents live community theatre with the play "Bedroom Farce". Performances Fridays - Sundays on select weekends in November. Little Town Players has been performing live community theatre in Bedford for more than 45 years! Click here for tickets!
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Forest Farmer’s Market
Forest Farmer’s Market
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held each Saturday morning behind the Forest Public Library. The Market features farmers and artisans selling a variety of items including plants, meats, produce, soaps, lotions, coffee, baked goods and more!
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GFWC Bedford Woman’s Club Holiday Mart
GFWC Bedford Woman’s Club Holiday Mart
49th Annual Hand Made Holiday Mart! Do some holiday shopping and bring the kids for a scavenger hunt! Admission is $4 per person. $2 for ages 6-12 and free for under 6.
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Bedford Farmers Market – Holiday Market
Bedford Farmers Market – Holiday Market
November ushers in this holiday season with mulled wine, a visit from Santa, hot chocolate, live music, carolers and talented artisans, bakers and vendors for your holiday shopping!
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Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players Community Theatre
Little Town Players presents live community theatre with the play "Bedroom Farce". Performances Fridays - Sundays on select weekends in November. Little Town Players has been performing live community theatre in Bedford for more than 45 years! Click here for tickets!
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
1 event,
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
3 events,
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
Trivia Night @ Beale’s
Trivia Night @ Beale’s
Live team trivia on Thursdays in the taproom! Free to play – 1st, 2nd and 3rd place take home Beale's gift certificates!
Music Bingo Night at Apocalypse
Music Bingo Night at Apocalypse
Come to Apocalypse Ale Works located in Forest, for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It's easy to play, and everyone is welcome!
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
Come to Fables and Feathers Winery for live music, great wine and beautiful views! Some days there will also be food trucks on site. Click here to see who is playing and which food truck will be on site!
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Forest Farmer’s Market
Forest Farmer’s Market
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held each Saturday morning behind the Forest Public Library. The Market features farmers and artisans selling a variety of items including plants, meats, produce, soaps, lotions, coffee, baked goods and more!
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Thanksgiving Market
Thanksgiving Market
Come shop for your local Thanksgiving meal. They will have all your favorite fixings! Artisans will be on site to help you find that perfect gift!
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
2 events,
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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SML Turkey Trot
SML Turkey Trot
This race is located on a scenic, asphalt route at Smith Mountain Lake State Park and welcomes walkers and runners to participate. A portion of proceeds is donated to the state park. There will be prizes for top qualifiers for runners! Awards for runners start at 9:45 am. Kids are encouraged to participate!
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center Exhibit
Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for their current exhibit! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
Come to Fables and Feathers Winery for live music, great wine and beautiful views! Some days there will also be food trucks on site. Click here to see who is playing and which food truck will be on site!
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Creative Kids Christmas Market
Creative Kids Christmas Market
*Formerly known as the "All Good Things Christmas Market" Come shop products created by creative young entrepreneurs! We are partnering with 4-H Virginia Cooperative Extension and this is a kids only market, meaning all of our vendors are age 18 and under. They have been working hard to create amazing items and can't wait...
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...
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Mistletoe Maker’s Market
Mistletoe Maker’s Market
Shop local handmade goods at Bower Center for the Arts! With over two dozen exhibitors from the Bedford region, you are sure to find the perfect holiday gifts! This event will also include concessions, chances to win door prizes, a Gift Basket raffle, family activities and more! Admission is $2/adult at the door or a...
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees: A Christmas to Remember Dates: November 25, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center Join us in celebrating the 16th annual Festival of Trees, where the Bedford Area Welcome Center transforms into a breathtaking holiday wonderland! Experience the magic as 40 beautifully decorated trees come to life under the...