Destination Bedford

Virginia Flower Fest
2025-04-06 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-12 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-13 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Step into a sea of 50,000+ blooming tulips at this first ever Tulip Festival at Layman Family Farms!
Enjoy breathtaking photo ops, leisurely strolls through vibrant fields, and a day filled with family-friendly farm fun.
When: March 22nd – April 20th
Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 10 AM – 6 PM
Click here to purchase tickets.

Paint Day & Spring Market
2025-04-06 12:00 - 18:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
Come to the Meadery at Graham Ordinary for this special painting event and market!
PAINTING OPEN TO PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FROM 1-4
OUTDOOR VENDOR MARKET 12-5 !
**SPECIAL VENDORS : Wire Wrapping & Beading by Renee, Bucken Creations, Margaret Deluise, Mikala Tapia ** Wood-burning demo!**
DELICIOUS FOOD AND DRINKS! MEADERY OPEN 12-6!
KIDS CRAFTS, SNACKS AND FUN!
ADD YOUR PERSONAL TOUCH TO OUR EXPANDING APIARY- AND COME DECORATE!
** ANY help / support supervising and guiding kiddos GREATLY APPRECIATED!

BCPS School Art Show
2025-04-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-09 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-12 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
The Bower Center for the Arts has partnered with the Bedford County Public Schools System to showcase the amazing artistic abilities of the youth in our community. Gallery admission is free.
April 10th will be the reception that is open to the public from 5-6:30pm.

SML Business Expo
2025-04-08 15:00 - 19:00 | EastLake Community Church, 1201 Timberwood Lane, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
F&S Building Innovations Presents the 21st Annual SML Business Expo on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 3 PM to 7 PM at EastLake Community Church.
This exciting event will showcase over 100 local businesses, offering a diverse range of products and services related to home, business, and life. The Expo is free and open to the public, providing a fantastic opportunity to connect with business professionals eager to share their expertise and answer your questions. Whether you’re looking for home improvement ideas, business solutions, or simply want to explore what our community has to offer, this event is not to be missed!

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-04-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-16 19:00 - 21:00 | 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!

Peaks Retreat Open to the Public Day
2025-04-10 10:00 - 16:00 | The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd, Thaxton, 24174, United States
For the next few months, The Peaks Retreat and Adventure Center will host several days each month that are open to the public – free of charge. Guests are welcome to hike our trails, enjoy a game of disc golf, or even play a game of basketball, volleyball, or gaga. Or if you’ve been wanting to check out our facility and would like a tour or more information about our programs and events, these are great days to visit us here at The Peaks.
Please check-in at the Main Office when you arrive to sign a waiver and get a facility map. We also ask that folks check out in the Main Office on their way out as well.
Questions: Give us a call at 540-444-1800 or send us an email at ThePeaks@CustomED.org.

Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
2025-04-11 16:30 - 19:30 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Come to Fables and Feathers Winery for live music, great wine and beautiful views! Some days there will also be food trucks on site. Click here to see who is playing and which food truck will be on site!

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2025-04-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music. For more information and to see who is playing each week, click here. Food by Bunker 42 Bar Bites will also be available for purchase!

Line Dancing at Beale's
2025-04-11 20:00 - 23:30 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Break out your boots and get ready to boogie – we’re going line dancing!
$10 cover charge – great for beginners or seasoned dancers, Hometown will lead you through.
Drinks and a late night food menu will be available all night.
Follow Hometown on Facebook here.

Avenel Community Yard Sale
2025-04-12 08:00 - 13:00 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come out and sell your goodies or shop for some new ones! Reserve your spot today to sell for only $20! This will be an event you DON’T want to miss! To reserve your spot to sell, please call 540-798-1961.

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-04-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held 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!

Bedford Farmers Market
2025-04-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy this outdoor market in downtown Bedford! Shop local vendors providing fresh produce, meats, flowers, baked goods, beautiful artisan crafts, and more!

Spring Craft Vendor Event
2025-04-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Stewartsville Rescue Squad, 1152 Turner Branch Rd.
Come enjoy shopping with over 20 vendors!

Gross’ Orchard Apple Blossom Festival
2025-04-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Gross Orchards, 6817 Wheats Valley Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Head over to Gross’ Orchard for their annual Apple Blossom Festival! It will be a wonderful day filled with wagon rides, music, vendors and of course lots of apples!

Storytime with Goats
2025-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Woodpecker Hollow Farm, 1911 Von Roy Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
“Wiggles and Giggles with Goats” offers a unique blend of storytelling, education, and animal interaction that fosters a love for reading and nature. It’s a perfect opportunity for children to unwind, socialize, and enjoy the simple pleasures of life in a safe and nurturing environment. Ages 4-12 years old are recommended for this event.
Please recognize this is a working farm, you may get dirty, please dress everyone accordingly!

Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join Bedford County Parks and Recreation and Bedford Central Library on the lawn at Falling Creek Park for an Easter Egg Hunt. Pictures with the Easter Bunny and craft from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Egg Hunt starts promptly at 11:30 a.m.

Fables & Feathers Easter Egg hunt
2025-04-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Bring the whole family out for a good time- Dan & Adonna music from 2-5, KEFI Greek food, & Jeffry’s Funny Farm petting zoo from 1-4.
Hunting eggs is free for all kiddos and starts at 2:00!

Dale’s Diner Cruise In
2025-04-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Dale’s Diner
This event is every second Saturday April through October from 4-8pm.
Come see awesome local cars at this Cruise In! Also stop inside and eat some great food at Dale’s Diner!

Blossom to Bottle 3K & 5K
2025-04-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery & Johnson’s Orchard, 2122 Sheep Creek Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This is the 14th year for the Blossom to Bottle race! This event is a unique experience for all ages. There will be a 3K walk which is a little less that 2 miles and also a 5K race. The courses run through the orchards and are primarily off-road and rolling. Both are chip timed by Riverside Runners but only the 5K is awarded at the ceremony following the race.
Click here to register and for more information.

SML State Park Winter Lecture Series
2025-04-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Smith Mountain Lake Discovery Center, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Head over to the Smith Mountain Lake State Park for the twentieth annual Winter Lecture Series presented by Friends of Smith Mountain Lake. Learn something new each month!
Click here for tickets and more information.
