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...
Flames of Memory and Christmas in Wartime Presentation
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, BedfordAs twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge, the Memorial will honor the 4,413 men killed on D-Day. Arranged throughout the monument, thousands of luminaries will shine in recognition of...
Essential Survival Skills – Fire and Cordage
The Labyrinth Spa 325 West Main Street, BedfordJoin us at The Labyrinth Spa as we have local Nature Experience Guide, Bill Howard, here to teach us essential survival skills. One thing you find out pretty quickly in...