Explore the president’s cherished hideaway by candlelight on this hour-long holiday tour. See how early Americans decorated with fresh greens for the holidays as your guide paints intimate portraits of the Jefferson family’s celebration and Christmas in the slave quarter, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is...
Come to Downtown Bedford for a beautiful stroll around the town! $5 person, children 4 and under are free. Rides are first come, first serve, reservations are not available. Carriage rides start at the Bedford Primary School. Cash only.
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be paying a special visit to Evie's at the Lake! Bring your little ones for a magical photo opportunity and share their Christmas wishes with the man in red. Don't forget your cameras to capture those precious moments. Delicious Seafood from Ferguson Family Provisions will be available from...
Festival of Trees at the Bedford Area Welcome Center is an annual event that takes place around the end of November through the first week of January. “Oh Christmas Tree” is the theme for this year. The event will feature trees that are decorated by local businesses and organizations. Visitors are encouraged to come by...
Don't miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop, which grants unlimited admission through December.
The Bower Center for the Arts is currently showcasing two exhibits: Solo Exhibition by Viemeister Resident Artist, Dennis Caldwell and Delmus Phelps Solo Exhibit. The Dennis Caldwell exhibit will be on display through December 22 and the Delmus Phelps exhibit will be on display until January 27. Gallery admission is free. Artist Reception and Gallery...
Come to Reba Farm this holiday season and make this the most unique tradition ever! Includes: Hands on with grooming and tacking, riding, decorating a tree by horseback, games. Then up to the Inn for a full Cowboy-style buffet meal. Cost: $65pp
BVA Mercantile is hosting a “Christmas Memories” Pop up market event! This event will focus on those items that bring back the joy and memories from Christmas past! Vendors, photo opportunities, and more! Free event.
After the parade, The Blue Lady in downtown Bedford will host two local authors for a book signing. DW Lawhorne will have Boots the Cow books for children, and Amy Collier will have her recently published book, “Beyond the Scars”.
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.
