Benefit Concert & Silent Auction
2023-12-02 13:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Spring Oak Bedford, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Spring Oak (formerly the Elks Home) is hosting a benefit concert featuring the band NiteKAP, for the three animal rescues in Bedford County: All American Mutt Rescue, Bedford Humane Society Virginia, and Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter, Inc. This event is open to the public. Bring your cash and your checkbooks so you can do some holiday shopping while you’re there because there will be some silent auction items available! The music will boost your Christmas spirit!

Festival of Trees Late Nights
2023-12-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
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 the Welcome Center and vote for their favorite tree(s) for only $1.00/vote. At the conclusion of the event, all proceeds will benefit the charitable organizations designated by the businesses. There are no winners and no losers of this event, everyone has an equal opportunity to raise money for their selected charity and they will keep whatever amount they raise. The Festival of Trees is a festive family friendly event to celebrate the season while helping causes important to the community.

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2023-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Festival of Trees
2023-12-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States

Holiday High Family Day
2023-12-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Reba Farm Inn and Saddle Soar Equitainment, 1099 Reba Farm Lane, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Meet and Greet Santa and Horses, Yule Log, Feed the Wildlife, Gift Making, plenty of Photo Ops, hot lunch and equine demonstrations. This is one experience that will make every family say: Giddy up!
Cost: $20 per person

Shop Small, Buy Local Christmas Event
2023-12-03 11:00 - 17:00 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come celebrate Christmas with over 30 wonderful vendors, food options, live dj, 50/50 raffles and more!
SANTA is coming all the way from the North Pole, and you can buy tickets to take pictures with him.

This is a cancer benefit. Come out and support local vendors and help a family fighting cancer.

Christmas Home Tour at Historic Avenel
2023-12-03 13:00 - 17:00 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bedford Council of Gardens Clubs will be hosting their Christmas Home Tour at Historic Avenel this year. The theme is: “Avenel Through the Ages”. Come see how Bedford celebrated Christmas in the 1830s through the 1940s.
The cost for this event is $15 and children 12 and under are free.
The dates are Saturday, December 2nd, from 1 to 5 PM and Sunday, December 3rd from 1 to 5 PM. Tickets may be purchased at Arthur’s Jewelry, the Bedford Area Welcome Center, Georges in Forest, Moneta Farm in Moneta, or any Garden Club member.

Meet the Artist at Goose Creek Studio
2023-12-03 14:30 - 17:00 | Goose Creek Studio Gallery, 302 Court Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Stop in to meet Beulah Witt and find a great art treasure for yourself and/or for a special gift for someone you love. Beulah’s art is hanging in the gallery and she has brought in many paintings from over the years to her studio.

Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
2023-12-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library, 201 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, United States
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.

Exhibit at the Bower Center
2023-12-05 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-12-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
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 Talk for both exhibits will be December 8.

Winter Carriage Rides
2023-12-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Bedford
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.

Frozen Jr. Performance
2023-12-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Liberty High School, 100 Liberty Minuteman Drive, Bedford , VA, 24523, United States
“FROZEN JR.”
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee The enchanting modern classic from Disney based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
**Performances
December 8, 2023 AT 7:00 PM
December 9, 2023 AT 7:00 PM
December 10, 2023 AT 3:00 PM
Liberty High School Auditorium
**Tickets
General Admission $12
https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/75809

Breakfast with Santa
2023-12-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Elks National Home, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join Bedford County Parks and Recreation for Breakfast with Santa at the Elks National Home.
Children will enjoy breakfast and a visit with Santa and parents are invited to bring along a camera for a free picture with Santa and their little one. If you have any questions please call (540) 586-7682. Free event, please bring a can food item that will be donated to a local food pantry.

Breakfast with Santa at New London Academy
2023-12-09 09:00 - 12:00 | New London Acadamy, 12400 E Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come enjoy breakfast with Santa, crafts, artisan market, games and holiday fun! Click here for tickets and more information.

Peaks Holiday Fest & Artisan Fair
2023-12-09 10:00 - 16:00 | The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd, Thaxton, 24174, United States
Come enjoy the first annual Peaks Holiday Fest and Artisan Fair on Saturday, December 9th from 10 am – 4 pm at The Peaks Retreat and Adventure Center! They will have local artisans selling their wares just in time for the holiday season, as well as lots of fun things to do for the entire family, including:
• Pictures with Santa (12-4 pm)
• Kids Craft Zone
• Small petting zoo with goats and chickens
• Campfire garden with games and s’mores
• Coffee, hot cocoa, and tea bar
• Chili Fundraiser for the Stewartsville-Chamblissburg Volunteer
Fire Dept.
• Enjoy a nature hike or a round of disc golf (if the weather
cooperates!)
All ages welcome, ages 3 and up are $5 with 2 and under free. Max fee of $20 per family (2 adults and all their dependents from the same household).

Get your tickets at: https://form.jotform.com/232644689767172
