Destination Bedford

Exhibit at the Bower Center
2022-09-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-09-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-09-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-09-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-09-02 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-09-01 11:00 - 15:00, 2022-08-31 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bower Center for the Arts is currently showcasing two new art exhibits. The first is 2020 National Juried Exhibition Best in Show Winner Donald Sunshine as he returns to the Bower Center to display his journey through art in this retrospective exhibition. The other exhibit is 2021 National Juried Exhibition Best in Show Winner Sarah Bolduc as she takes a journey through her Attraction for Abstraction. Both of these exhibits will be on display through November 12. Gallery admission is free.

Poppy Peace Garden Display
2022-09-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-09-02 10:00 - 17:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
This September marks the official 77th anniversary of the end of World War II. To pay remembrance, the Memorial will place thousands of red poppies alongside the sculpture, Le Monument Aux Morts as a visual tribute to the men and women who gave their all to preserve the freedoms we enjoy today.
The poppies will be on display September 2-11, 2022.
To learn more about this program or to purchase a poppy, please visit https://www.dday.org/poppy-garden/.

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2022-09-07 19:30 - 20:30, 2022-08-31 19:30 - 20:30 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water!

Wine Wednesdays
2022-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | ElectricCoArt, 207 East Depot Street, Bedford, VA, United States
What’s better than wine and music? Come enjoy 4 selections of wine from the gallery. The tastings will be accompanied by live music. You can stay for dinner, wander the gallery or shop in the market!

Labor Day Concert & Fireworks
2022-09-05 17:00 - 22:00 | EastLake Community Church, 1201 Timberwood Lane, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Celebrate Labor Day with us on the beautiful property of EastLake Community Church!
This is a free community event that’s great for the whole family. Enjoy an outdoor concert featuring I Am They followed by a spectacular fireworks show.
Gates open at 5 PM with food vendors and activities for kids.

Pet Adoption Event
2022-09-04 12:00 - 18:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Come visit some cute furry animals from Friends of the Bedford County Animal Shelter. Schult’s Dogs food truck will also be on site and live music by Sunshine.

Labor Day Sunday BBQ Party
2022-09-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Harvest Moon Marketplace, 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Delicious BBQ, along with a tasting bar that will feature Moonshine, Hard Cider, and Tropical Wine Cocktails all at Harvest Moon Marketplace! Dance away to Surrender Dorothy and soak in the last Summertime days with friends and family! Must be 21 for tasting bar drinks, but they also offer mocktails! There will be an ice cream bar, and plenty of delicious food from the Marketplace! Bring your lawn chairs and your summertime smile!

Country Music Night
2022-09-03 19:00 - 23:00 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come enjoy great live music and dance to your favorite county music classics. $10 adults, $5 children. $5 meals & $1 snacks available.

Mead Tasting and Open House
2022-09-03 15:00 - 21:00 | Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Graham Ordinary is hosting an Open House/Open Mead Hall at the Graham Ordinary Lodge!
There will be Virginia Cider and Wine available for purchase, while the Mead can be sampled with the purchase of a “feedback-ticket”.
**Important Info regarding parking – There is limited parking on-site, carpooling from the Peaks of Otter Lodge (right up the road) – or arranging a ride would be advised, with limited parking also along the road (RT 43N).
**Please RSVP ASAP if you plan to come – (540) 986-5621

Smith Mountain Lake Live Music Festival
2022-09-03 11:00 - 23:00 | Smith Mountain Lake
Venues around Smith Mountain Lake, VA will host a day full of music on 4 stages: The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake, Portside, Hot Shots, and Buddy’s BBQ.
The main venue will be at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake in Union Hall. Gates open at 2pm. Music begins at 3pm and ends at 9pm. There will be craft vendors, sponsor booths, and food trucks at this location. Alcohol can be purchased by individuals 21 years of age and older.
Five satellite venues will include Portside at the Virginia Dare Marina in Moneta (Bedford), Hot Shots in Moneta (Franklin County), Crazy Horse Marina with Los Amigos SML in Moneta (Franklin County), Buddy’s BBQ VA in Rocky Mount, and Living Proof Beer Co in Rocky Mount.
Portside at the Virginia Dare Marina:
This venue is located on the water in Bedford at the Virginia Dare Marina. Music begins at 12pm and ends at 9pm. Music lineup includes the Karlee Raye Band, Zach Burnette Band, and Five Dollar Shake.
Hot Shots: This venue is located off the water on rte. 122 (Westlake area) in Franklin County. Music begins at 1:30pm and ends at 11:00pm.
Crazy Horse Marina with Los Amigos SML is located on the water in Moneta. Music begins at 12pm and ends at 9pm.
Buddy’s BBQ VA: This venue is located in the heart of Rocky Mount. Music begins at 12pm and ends at 9pm.
Living Proof Beer Co is Rocky Mount’s newest brewery. Music begins at 12pm and ends at 9pm.
Tickets grant access to main grounds at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake, and also provide a $5 discount for food & drink purchase at Hot Shots, Buddy’s BBQ VA, and Portside or Beacon Seafood Pub.
**If not attending The Coves, a ticket is not required.
Ticket pricing: Adults $25
Children under 12 are FREE.
Purchase tickets here: https://www.seetickets.us/event/Smith-Mountain-Lake-Live-Music-Festival-2022/490973

For event updates and music lineup at all venues, click here: https://www.facebook.com/SmithMountainLakeLiveMusicFestival

Saturday Story Time
2022-09-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Saturday Story Time @ Bedford Central Library
Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for a new program filled with fun stories, songs, crafts and more! For children ages 0-5.

Sedalia Country Fair & Gathering
2022-09-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, 24526, United States
The Sedalia Country Gathering features the Virginia Draft Horse, Mule and Donkey Show. The event focuses on the benefits of being and working outdoors in the country. Exhibits include bee keeping, pollinator gardens, gardening, fiber, metal works, sewing, husbandry, sustainable living and so much more. They will also have local artists performing skits, reading poetry, dancing and sharing their musical talents.
Click here for tickets.

Bedford Christmas Station Fundraising Sale
2022-09-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Community Christmas Station, 510 Blue Ridge Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
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 & disabled adult gifts, household & personal care items and food that the Christmas Station purchases for their Christmas Selection eXpress clients to select from in December!

Forest Farmer's Market
2022-09-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Library Grounds, 15583 Old Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
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!

Forest Farmers Market
2022-09-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Virginia 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 enjoy the local food from our area.

Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers Winery
2022-08-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
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!

Comedy Night at Bower Center
2022-08-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Come enjoy this first ever Comedy Night at the Bower Center! Roanoke-based Comedian, L.A Preston & Company will be on stage making you laugh! The show will be for adults 18 and up, with a cash bar available for beverages and snacks. Click here for more information and tickets!
