Destination Bedford

Live Music at Bottles & Bites
2025-06-13 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-14 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Bottles and Bites, 2641 Lake Retreat Rd., Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Grab your favorite drink, some tasty bites, and listen to some great music at Bottles & Bites located at Mariners Landing. Click here to see who is playing.

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-06-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held each Saturday morning 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!

Pontoon Boat Tour
2025-06-14 09:30 - 12:00, 2025-06-17 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-06-19 09:30 - 11:00 | Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United States
Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. How large is the lake? What was here before the lake? Learn the history of how the lake was created and the origin of the park. We will make stops to take in the scenery and for photo opportunities. PFDs (life vests) will be provided by the park and must be worn at all times. Water and sunscreen are recommended. Unfortunately, we cannot take pets aboard the boat. You must be present 15 minutes before tour start time in order to board and for safety talk.
Pre-registration required at the Visitor Center. Space is limited, and registration for this event opens one week prior to date of each tour and closes at 4 p.m. the day before each tour. We cannot take reservations earlier than one week prior to the date you plan to go on a tour. This event is free, but regular parking fees apply. For more information, please call our Visitor Center at (540) 297-6066 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Some tours have different themes, click here for more information.

Pet Luau Adoption Event
2025-06-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter will be holding the 11th annual Pet Luau event at the Bedford County Animal Shelter from 10 AM to 2 PM on June 14th, 2025.
There will be so much fun to be had by all. Come out and meet the awesome available shelter pets. There will also be hot dogs, chips, and cold drinks for purchase. As always, you can expect a huge variety of baked goods made by wonderful volunteers.
All proceeds benefit Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter! Come out and support so that they can continue to assist the shelter pets along with the fosters in need!
There will also be FOBCAS t-shirts, and bumper stickers, for sale.
For more information please email fobcasfriends@gmail.com.

BVA Birthday Sale
2025-06-14 10:00 - 15:00 | BVA Mercantile, 206 W Depot Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
To celebrate the Owner of BVA Mercantile and her birthday, they are having a sale!
As a thank you for your support, they are offering 20% off your purchase (just a few exclusions).
This is the perfect chance to grab that furniture piece or maybe even that lamp you have had your eye on! Friday 12-5 and Saturday 10-3!!

Public Archaeology Day
2025-06-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes for a day of discovery and community, in honor of the week of Juneteenth! Dig and screen for artifacts at the 1857 Slave Dwelling with our staff – gloves provided. Not a fan of dirt? Visitors can also wash artifacts and learn about the history of the dwelling and the people who lived there from our archaeologists. Open to the whole community.
Public Archaeology Day is included with regular admission which can be purchased in advance here. Admission to the property includes either a docent-guided or self-guided tour of Jefferson’s retreat home, access to exhibits in the lower level and wing of offices of the villa retreat, and outdoor exhibits throughout the property.

Bower Center Exhibit
2025-06-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-19 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Beginning on May 6, the Bower Center for the Arts will host a dual exhibit in their galleries.
The Braaten Gallery will feature the works of Kaye Lipscomb in her exhibit titled “Inside/Out.” Lipscomb was awarded Best in Show in our National Juried Paper Arts Exhibition in 2022.
In the Terrace Gallery, they will have the exhibit “Limited Edition.” These works were completed by artists who are members of the Bower Center family. This includes studio artists, staff members, Bower Center instructors, board members, and committee members .

A reception for these exhibits will be held on Friday, June 13 at 5:00pm. It is open to the public. As always, admission to the galleries are free!

Odyssey Fest
2025-06-14 11:30 - 22:00 | Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, 24526, United States
Odyssey Fest is a music festival with a mission — to amplify mental health awareness and support for veterans and first responders. This community concert will bring people together, connect them with local resources, and raise funds to expand access to mental health care for those who’ve served our nation.
Odyssey fest 2025 will feature 2 stages, multiple bands and solo artists, food trucks, and most importantly resources that support their mission. Live music by Will Woodford & DoubleShot, Old Town Connector and the Karlee Raye Band.

Click here for more information and tickets.

Tickets will be available at the gate, cash/card/check accepted.

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2025-06-14 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-15 13:00 - 17:00 | Harvest Moon Marketplace, 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come see live music at Harvest Moon Marketplace! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Enjoy beer, wine, meads, ciders, and non-alcoholic drinks, along with delicious food and great shopping at the Marketplace. Free admission and free music!

Live Music at Drifter's
2025-06-14 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Drifter’s, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, VA, 24121
Live music on the water front! Enjoy the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, great food and awesome music! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Specialty Cigar Event
2025-06-14 15:00 - 19:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
EVENT 3-7PM. COVER CHARGE AT THE DOOR- $8 A PERSON- OR $10 A COUPLE!
LIVE MUSIC BY Flat Five Jazz!
SPECIALTY CIGARS & PIPE VENDOR The Cozy Stoners! (MUST BRING YOUR OWN PIPE TOBACCO)
CATERED CAJUN-STYLE ENTREES BY Bullet Bowls Food Truck ! 5-7PM.
THIS IS AN EXCLUSIVE 21+ AGE EVENT- PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY!

Dale’s Diner Cruise In
2025-06-14 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!

The Deloreans at Wind Vineyards
2025-06-14 18:30 - 22:00 | Wind Vineyards, 15772 Moneta Road, Moneta
Join Wind Vineyards for an ultimate 80’s concert with The Deloreans!
Gates open at 4pm and The Deloreans taking the stage at approximately 6:30 until 10pm.
The Deloreans are a seasoned showband comprised of 6 distinct vocalists that cover the most memorable artists and nostalgic songs of the ‘80s. Each band member is featured throughout the show, making this band’s most notable attribute its unmatched variety. The Deloreans is known for their dynamic ‘80s costumes, unstoppable energy, and their ability to bring down the house EVERY time.
From small intimate weddings to city events drawing tens of thousands, the Deloreans have performed all over the East Coast since 2007. With a playlist of songs topping 10 hours, the Deloreans can tailor their show to a variety of settings and meet the needs of any crowd. No matter the size or venue, the Deloreans always leaves the crowd chanting, “one more song!”
Food trucks will be available as will wine, beer, sangria, wine slushies, and nonalcoholic beverage options!
VIP PIT PASSES & TABLES: Tables and VIP pit passes are OPTIONAL! Attached is a layout of the stage and venue. There are 32 tables available for purchase on a first come first serve basis. These tables come with chairs for 8 guests for a single flat fee. A limited number of tables can be upgraded to 10 person tables for $40 additional—tables are almost sold out and available for purchase on that same site as tickets.
VIP PIT PASSES are available for $20 and put you front and center for the show! There will be chairs, but not necessarily tables provided in the ”pit” area.
ALL ATTENDEES REQUIRE A GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET!!! Your table reservation and/or pit pass reserves your VIP spot but does NOT allow entry—everyone must have a general admission ticket!
Tables and VIP pit passes (both optional) may be purchased from the same link for your general admission tickets above. Pit passes are limited and there is only 1 of every table!
Benefits of tables/pit passes include:
-Best seats for the show!
-fast track VIP line for drinks to minimize your wait
-reserved tables and/or chairs provided

Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
2025-06-14 19:00 - 22:00 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
This is a family friendly community dance with live entertainers!! $10/adult, doors open at 6:30pm, music 7-10pm. Please bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Supported by Ruritan volunteers.

Live Music @ Mitchell's
2025-06-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy live music, great food and the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake all in one place! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2025-06-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Beacon Seafood Pub at The Virginia Dare Marina, 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come to Beacon Seafood Pub located at the Virginia Dare Marina at Smith Mountain Lake, and enjoy great food, drinks and live music! Click here to see who is playing each week!

Moneta Farmer's Market
2025-06-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Moneta Farmer’s Market, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta, VA, 24121
The Moneta Farmer’s Market is open Wednesdays 3 to 6pm next to the Moneta Library. The market is producer only – fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs (duck and chicken), bread, jams, jellies, and features local artisans.

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-06-18 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!

Wagon Rides & History Tour
2025-06-19 10:30 - 12:30 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Gross Orchard this summer every Thursday, starting on June 12th for free wagon rides/history tour. Come explore the beauty and the history of this 5 generation orchard.
Tours will run from 10:45-11:30 and 11:45-12:30.

Summer Solstice Tea at Avenel
2025-06-20 11:30 - 13:30 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Visit Historic Avenel for Summer Solstice Tea! Enjoy delicious treats including scones, crab dip, brie, glazed honey ham puffs, deserts and much more!
$25 a person. Reservations are required by calling 540-816-9385.
