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SUMMARY:Concert at the Bower Center
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nCome to the Bower Center for a Christmas Cabaret with a twist! Wynn Creasy and CW Markham lll will be putting on a show!  $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/concert-at-the-bower-center-18/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 305 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to experience the magic of Christmas past at a seated holiday dinner in Thomas Jefferson’s villa. Join Mr. Jefferson\, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker\, to celebrate the season with a multicourse dinner with wine pairings. Following dinner Mr. Jefferson will regale his guests with stories about the holiday traditions popular during his time. \nMust be 21 and over. Tickets for the Holiday Candlelight Wine Dinner are $200 per person or $375 per couple. Reservations are required and must be made at least a week prior to dinner for catering considerations. \nClick here for tickets. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/candlelight-wine-dinner/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Christmas List
DESCRIPTION: Coming this Christmas Season\, at Cedar Oaks Farm \nFor the first time ever\, this beautiful wedding venue is opening its doors for a holiday event that’s open to the public!\nThe Christmas List: A WWII Christmas Story\nPresented by the Rose Ridge Players \nStep back in time this December for an unforgettable\, family-friendly evening filled with heart\, history\, and holiday spirit. The Christmas List is a touching WWII-era story of sacrifice\, hope\, and the enduring power of love\, inspired in part by the bravery of Virginia’s own Bedford Boys.\n Showtimes:\n• Friday\, December 12th at 7:00 PM\n• Saturday\, December 13th at 7:00 PM\n• Sunday Matinee\, December 14th at 2:00 PM- SOLD OUT\n Tickets: $25 per person\nIncludes complimentary desserts\, coffee\, and tea.\n A portion of the proceeds will benefit the National Center for Healthy Veterans.\nCome be part of history\, holiday cheer\, and heartfelt storytelling\, all inside the beautiful Cedar Oaks\nBuy tickets to secure your spot today!\nCedarOaksFarm.com/Tickets
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/the-christmas-list/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Cedar Oaks Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T210000
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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown\, Snoopy\, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.\nPresented by Liberty High School Performing Arts.\nShow is located at Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center. \n \nFriday\, December 12\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM.\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM.\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM.\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM\n\nGeneral Admission $12.00\nTickets available at https://libertyhighschoolperformingarts.ludus.com/200489831
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas/2025-12-13/2/
LOCATION:Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center\, 600 Edmund St.\, Bedford\, Virginia\, 24523
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Santa at OIP
DESCRIPTION:Santa is coming to OIP Bedford on Sunday\, December 14th from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm! Stop by OIP Bedford for a free holiday visit and bring your camera or phone to capture your own photos with Santa. For more information\, call 540-586-2883. Merry Christmas!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/santa-at-oip/
LOCATION:OIP Bedford\, 1128 East LynchburgSalem Turnpike\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Santa at the Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:SANTA IS COMING!!!!\nBring out the whole family for a low-key festive time! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at Fable & Feather Winery for photos\, games\, and anything else your kiddos need.\nCarol along with Daniel Kepel\, the singing violinist- he knows all the best Christmas songs!\nKEFI- Greek food with Passion will be grilling up delicious food from 12-5\nDo a little local shopping- Wire Wrapping & Beading by Renee is bringing her bling & more\, Max Meadows Lavender Farm has your soaps\, shampoos\, and other delicious smelling things\, and Fletcher Fields Ceramics has your handmade pottery.\nThe Winery is also working with the local sheriff’s department to collect new & unwrapped toys for children in need this holiday season. If you can donate\, it’s much appreciated\, but it is not required! There is no cost to visit with Santa. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/santa-at-the-vineyard/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Fables & Feathers Winery\, 2117 Bruno Dr.\, Goodview\, VA\, 24095
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000
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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown\, Snoopy\, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.\nPresented by Liberty High School Performing Arts.\nShow is located at Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center. \n \nFriday\, December 12\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM.\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM.\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\, at 7:00 PM.\nSunday\, December 14\, 2025\, at 3:00 PM\n\nGeneral Admission $12.00\nTickets available at https://libertyhighschoolperformingarts.ludus.com/200489831
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center\, 600 Edmund St.\, Bedford\, Virginia\, 24523
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SUMMARY:Flames of Memory
DESCRIPTION:As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains\, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4\,427 men killed on D-Day during the annual Flames of Memory event. \nArranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds\, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. \nFree admission. Donations welcome.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/flames-of-memory-3/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christmas at Smith Mountain Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join EastLake Community Church for one of the most festive weekends of the year as we bring the joy of Christmas to Smith Mountain Lake! Guests will enjoy an evening filled with laughter\, music\, and family fun.\nWhat to Expect:\nChristmas Variety Show — Performances at 6 PM and 8 PM\nFood Trucks offering a variety of seasonal favorites\nCraft Vendor Fair featuring local artisans and handmade gifts\nSanta Photos — capture the magic with family and friends\nCarolers spreading Christmas cheer throughout the evening\nIce Skating for a little winter adventure\nSnowmazing — an inflatable maze filled with snowy surprises\nMovie in the Courtyard — featuring a Christmas Favorite
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/christmas-at-smith-mountain-lake-2/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:EastLake Community Church\, 1201 Timberwood Lane\, Moneta\, VA\, 24121\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T170000
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T170000
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T150000
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T200000
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SUMMARY:Concert at the Bower Center
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for a Celtic Christmas with Kinnfolk!  $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/concert-at-the-bower-center-17/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 305 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T150000
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T210000
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SUMMARY:Apocalypse Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water! \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/apocalypse-trivia-night-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160009
CREATED:20251205T185933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T185934Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160009
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20251202T190047Z
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20250722T171142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T171231Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. 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 at the Quarter Site\, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop. Admission is $30 per person. Reservations are required. \nDec.  5\, 6\, 11\,  12\, 18\, 19 at 5:30 p.m.\, 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. \nClick here for tickets. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holiday-candlelight-tours-4/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20250815T134441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T134441Z
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SUMMARY:Bower After Hours: Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to eat\, drink\, and be merry at Bower Center for the Arts’ festive Bower After Hours: Holiday Party! Don your ugliest Christmas sweater and join us for a night of holiday cheer\, music\, and good company. \n Dance along to your favorite holiday hits\n Rock your best (or worst!) ugly Christmas sweater\n Enjoy a cash bar with festive drinks \nWhether you’re feeling naughty or nice\, grab your friends and come celebrate the season with us. Let’s toast to the holidays and make some merry memories! 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-after-hours-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20250813T151425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T151425Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo
DESCRIPTION:This is where the fun of bingo meets the excitement of your favorite tunes! Each round features hit songs across various genres\, and you’ll mark your card to the beat. Win the coveted Music Bingo chain\, gift cards\, and of course\, ultimate bragging rights! It’s a lively and unique way to enjoy great music\, compete with friends\, and score awesome prizes. Don’t miss the fun!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/music-bingo/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20251205T185933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T185934Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160010
CREATED:20250722T171142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T171231Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. 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 at the Quarter Site\, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop. Admission is $30 per person. Reservations are required. \nDec.  5\, 6\, 11\,  12\, 18\, 19 at 5:30 p.m.\, 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. \nClick here for tickets. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holiday-candlelight-tours-4/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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