8th Annual Festival of Trees
Bedford Welcome Center 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, United StatesThe 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, Bedford, VA, United StatesWarm 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...
Model Train Exhibit at Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library
Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library 201 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesThe 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., Forest, VA, United StatesRing 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...
Saturday Holiday Events
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, United StatesCrafts, Father Christmas, Cooking Demonstrations, Dancing Demonstrations
Flames of Memory and Christmas in Wartime Presentation
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesAs 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...
Christmas in Sedalia
The Sedalia Center 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, United StatesSanta'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...
Forest Farmer’s Winter Market
poplar-forest-group-tourIndoor farmer and artisan market.
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.

