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.
Live Music at Drifter’s
Drifter's 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, VALive music on the water front! Enjoy the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, great food and awesome music! Click here to see who is playing each week.
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Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesBeginning on May 6, the Bower Center for the Arts will host a dual exhibit in their galleries. The Braaten Gallery will feature the works of Kaye Lipscomb in her exhibit titled "Inside/Out." Lipscomb was awarded Best in Show in our National Juried Paper Arts Exhibition in 2022. In the Terrace Gallery, they will have...
Wander & Awe
Falling Creek Park 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, United StatesCome learn what tasty treats and healing properties nature can provide while you explore the original grocery store, the great outdoors! Wander: We will have a short intro into foraging safety and wildcrafting etiquette, following by a short hike where we explore what edible & medicinal plants & fungi are in season! Awe: We will...
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesBeginning on May 6, the Bower Center for the Arts will host a dual exhibit in their galleries. The Braaten Gallery will feature the works of Kaye Lipscomb in her exhibit titled "Inside/Out." Lipscomb was awarded Best in Show in our National Juried Paper Arts Exhibition in 2022. In the Terrace Gallery, they will have...
Moneta Farmer’s Market
Moneta Farmer's Market 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta, VAThe Moneta Farmer’s Market is open Wednesdays 3 to 6pm next to the Moneta Library. The market is producer only - fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs (duck and chicken), bread, jams, jellies, and features local artisans.
Art in the Park
Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United StatesGet creative and be inspired by the beautiful scenery of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Use small natural items and create your own personal artwork to record your memories of the park on paper. Our interpretive ranger will be there to help guide you. Explore with ink, colored pencils, or watercolors, and enjoy the sounds of the lake...
Apocalypse Trivia Night
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesEvery week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water!
Pontoon Boat Tour
Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United StatesRide with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. How large is the lake? What was here before the lake? Learn the history of how the lake was created and the origin of the park. We will make stops to take in the scenery and for photo opportunities. PFDs (life vests) will be provided...
Pontoon Boat Tour
Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United StatesRide with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. How large is the lake? What was here before the lake? Learn the history of how the lake was created and the origin of the park. We will make stops to take in the scenery and for photo opportunities. PFDs (life vests) will be provided...