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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/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center\, 600 Edmund St.\, Bedford\, Virginia\, 24523
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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/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Cedar Oaks Farm
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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-4/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, 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-2/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:EastLake Community Church\, 1201 Timberwood Lane\, Moneta\, VA\, 24121\, United States
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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-7-2/2025-12-12/2/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bower Center for the Arts for this artist’s reception for the two current exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \nThis event is FREE to the public\, light refreshments and drinks will be available. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-reception-3/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Winter Meadery Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Meadery at Graham Ordinary invites you to enjoy a special holiday evening filled with delicious meads\, live music from Root 2 Music from 4–6:30 p.m.\, and the warm\, cozy atmosphere of their bar and tavern. While you’re there\, browse their merchandise and pick up gift certificates for the perfect holiday treat. Swing by and celebrate the season with them!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/winter-meadery-open-house/
LOCATION:The Meadery at Graham Ordinary\, 8578 Peaks Rd\, Bedford\, Virginia\, 24523
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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-4-2-2-2/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 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-2-2-2/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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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-7-2/2025-12-12/1/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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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/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T203000
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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-4/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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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-4-2-2-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 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-2-2-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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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-7-2/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T210000
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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-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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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-4-2-2-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 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-2-2-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T170000
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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-7-2/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
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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-4-2-2-2/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251118T162014Z
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-2-2-2/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T170000
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CREATED:20251205T185933Z
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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-7-2/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251118T162014Z
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-2-2-2/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251205T185933Z
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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-7-2/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T192445Z
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SUMMARY:Pet Photos with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Santa Photos with the Bedford Humane Society \nGet your holiday photos taken with Santa while supporting a great cause! \n For just $15\, you’ll receive:\n A professional photo with Santa (pets or kids welcome!)\n A printed photo to take home the same day\n An edited digital copy sent to you afterward\nBring your furry friends or little ones to sit on Santa’s lap and capture a memory that will last a lifetime. All proceeds benefit the animals of the Bedford Humane Society. \n Tractor Supply Co.\n1128 E Lynchburg Salem Turnpike\, Bedford\, VA 24523\n Dates & Times:\nSaturday\, November 22 | 10 AM – 1 PM\nSunday\, December 7 | 12 PM – 3 PM\nDon’t miss this chance to celebrate the season\, create special memories\, and help us continue saving lives\, building families. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/pet-photos-with-santa-3/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Tractor Supply\, 1128 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
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-7-2/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251006T171152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T171152Z
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SUMMARY:Bedford Community Orchestra Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with the Bedford Community Orchestra! Special visit from Santa! Performance to take place at the historic Susie G. Gibson school in Bedford. Don’t forget your camera to take photos with Jolly man himself after the concert.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bedford-community-orchestra-holiday-concert-3/
LOCATION:Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center\, 600 Edmund St.\, Bedford\, Virginia\, 24523
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251113T195518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T195531Z
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SUMMARY:Ruby Christmas Gala
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate 40 years of The Avenel Foundation’s commitment to community service at Historic Avenel’s Ruby Christmas Gala! \nDecember 6\, 2025 6:00 to 9:30pm!\nTickets can be purchased at Arthur’s Jewelry\, Magnolia Mountain Realty\, Bedford Area Welcome Center\, or from any board member!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/ruby-christmas-gala/
LOCATION:Historic Avenel\, 413 Avenel Avenue\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
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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-4/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163618
CREATED:20251105T163146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T163359Z
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SUMMARY:Holidays at the Bedford Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bedford Farmer’s Market for two holiday vendor events at the Farmers Market! Enjoy treats\, music\, and your favorite craft and artisan vendors to get your holiday spirit (and shopping!) started!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holidays-at-the-bedford-farmers-market/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Bedford Farmers Market\, Washington and Center Streets\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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