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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7:30 am
Face the Forest 5K
Runners, test your mettle on a run through the hills, dales and woodlands of Poplar Forest plantation. Join the Jamerson YMCA and Poplar Forest for the annual Face the Forest 5K Obstacle Course Run and take on the obstacles—climbing walls, balancing teeter-totters, flipping tires and trenching through mud—placed along the way. The competition is open...
Find out more »8:00 am
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!
Find out more »Bedford Farmers Market
The Bedford Farmers Market will have fresh produce, vegetables, baked goods, artisan crafts and a variety of Bedford and locally grown products! Every Saturday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., at the pavilion in downtown Bedford. Free off-street parking. Click here to see which vendors will be on site each week!
Find out more »9:00 am
Bedford Christmas Station Fundraising Sale
Shop new clothing and shoes, designer handbags, new and used toys, gently used clothing and shoes, vintage furniture, household items, and garden goods and decor at the Bedford Christmas Station. 100% of funds raised through these sales of the wonderful merchandise that is donated is used to purchase new clothing, toys, teen, senior citizen &...
Find out more »11:00 am
ElectricCoArt Exhibit
Come to ElectricCoArt Gallery located in Downtown Bedford to see the current exhibit by artist Robert Pennix.
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Live Music @ Portside
Come enjoy live music and yummy food at this waterfront, outdoor dock pub, located in the Virginia Dare marina. Click here to see who is playing this week!
Find out more »Live Music @ Drifter’s
Listen to live music on the waterfront at Smith Mountain Lake! Great food, drinks, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Also enjoy live music by local favorites all summer long. Click here to see who is playing!
Find out more »Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers Winery
Come to Fables and Feathers Winery and enjoy delicious food and great music! Click here to see which food truck and musician will be at the winery!
Find out more »5:00 pm
Battle of the Bands & Cruise In
This will be the 4th Annual Bedford Battle of the Bands and Cruise In!!! 4 Bands will be competing for a Cash prize! Bring your chairs, blankets, and dancing shoes and get ready to hear some great live music, get food from local food vendors including: Ferguson Family Provisions, Dirty Water Dogs, and Watts Poppin'...
Find out more »6:00 pm
Live Music at Beacon Seafood Pub
Come to Beacon Seafood Pub located at the Virginia Dare Marina at the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. Listen to live music, eat delicious seafood and drink great drinks! Click here to see who is playing each week!
Find out more »7:00 pm
Country Music Night
Come enjoy great live music and dance to your favorite county music classics. $10 adults, $5 children. $5 meals & $1 snacks available.
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