The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce's Christmas Market is a great opportunity to explore local businesses this Holiday Season. Join us for fun, food, shopping, and networking! For more information, contact Olivia Beavon at obeavon@bedfordareachamber.com  

Thomas Jefferson called wine “…a necessary of life with me.” This November, thousands of like-minded wine enthusiasts will gather at his secluded plantation to toast the “Father of Virginia Wine” in the eighth annual Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival. The festival will feature Virginia wineries along with artisans, local food purveyors and musical entertainment. It is held inside large, heated...

    The Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Christmas Eve open 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Ring 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 an intimate look at what Thomas Jefferson and his family’s evenings might have been like. As visitors walk through the octagonal house, they’ll be entertained...

Join 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 Orchestra" Enjoy a variety of wine and wine cocktails in the cozy atmosphere of the winery. Grab dinner from The Blue Ridge BBQ Shack or...

Enjoy a shuttle tour of the festive holiday lights around Bedford including: Liberty Lake Park Holiday Lights, National D-Day Memorial Luminary Lighting, and Bedford Welcome Center Festival of Trees. $20 per person. Shuttle departs from the main lodge promptly at 6:00 pm, and seating is limited. Call 866-387-9905 for further details, and to reserve your...

Santa's workshop is coming to Sedalia and so is Santa!  There will be hand crafted, local gifts for everyone on your list! Also featured will be a gift wrap station, craft activities for children of all ages, Christmas carols, live music, food and fun!

Step back in time and enjoy beautiful Avenel decorated for the holidays, cocktails, and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Guests are welcome to wear costumes, and participate in the Costume Contest! Tickets are only $40 each ($25 of the Ticket Price is Tax Deductible) Tickets available from Avenel Board Members, Arthur's Jewelry, Scott & Bond Insurance, Bedford...