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.
Model Train Exhibit at Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library
Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library 201 East Main Street, BedfordThe Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Christmas Eve open 10:00am to 5:00pm.
Holiday Candlelight Tours
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., ForestRing in the holidays with a magical candlelit tour of Mr. Jefferson’s cherished villa retreat dressed for the holidays with 19th-century panache. These very popular—and often sold out—after-hours tours offer...
8th Annual Festival of Trees
Bedford Welcome Center 816 Burks Hill Road, BedfordThe theme this year is "Down Home Country Christmas". Come and see all the different decorated trees inside. You can also vote for your favorite tree, voting is just...
Christmas Time’s A’Coming Open House at Peaks of Otter Winery
Peaks of Otter Winery 2122 Sheep Creek Road, BedfordWarm apple cinnamon wine and cider will be in the wine tasting room. Gift packs of wine and canned products will make wonderful Christmas gifts. Also, Picnic and enjoy visiting...
“Living the Nativity” at Trinity Ecumenical Parish
An exciting new FREE event at Trinity Ecumenical Parish (TEP) for the SML 50th Anniversary Celebration,” Living the Nativity,” will be an interactive guided tour through “Bethlehem” during the birth of...
Forest Farmers Market
Forest Farmers Market 15583 Forest Road, ForestVirginia Grown Produce, meats, honey, flowers along with breads for locals to enjoy. The market is open the last week in April until the last week in Oct. Please come and...
Saturday Holiday Events
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., ForestCrafts, Father Christmas, Cooking Demonstrations, Dancing Demonstrations
Wreath Making Workshop
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., ForestPeaks of Otter Winery’s Christmas Special
Peaks of Otter Winery 1218 Elmos Road, BedfordJoin us for a fun filled evening of being entertained by an award winning one man country-bluegrass-blues band and his flaming fingers. Live music from Jason Ring, "The Two Handed...