Spring Market at Woods Goods
2026-04-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Woods Goods & Mercantile, 2770 W Lynchburg Salem Tpke, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
April 2–4 is blooming with charm, treasures, and just a little bit of Easter magic!
Step into Woods Goods & Mercantile and wander through freshly stocked vendor booths bursting with vintage finds, garden-inspired décor, and one-of-a-kind pieces you didn’t know you needed!
Last-minute Easter ideas? Shop sweet decor, thoughtful gifts, and table-ready treasures that will make your gathering feel extra special.
Saturday, April 4 — The amazing Brew Initiative Coffee Truck will be here serving up all the cozy, caffeinated goodness while you shop. (Because treasure hunting is better with a latte in hand.)
This month’s vibe? Think fresh blooms, soft sunshine, and that perfect blend of vintage charm + garden party whimsy.

12th Annual Edna Curry/John Bower Exhibition
2026-04-02 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-03 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Named to honor the Center’s primary benefactors, whose generous contributions have made the Bower Center possible, this exhibit annually brings in diverse collections of 150+ artworks by 50+ artists including paintings, mixed media, photography, sculpture, and more. Much of the artwork is for sale and awaiting its new home in yours.
Dr. Bower’s love for the Bedford community and desire for an inclusive art center inspired this unique judged exhibit, accepting all artist entries and offering a platform for all who wish to participate. This exhibit proves each year to be varied and exciting for all ages.
Gallery admission is free.

Music Bingo
2026-04-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
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!

Virginia Flower Festival
2026-04-03 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-05 10:00 - 18:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Over 200,000 tulips are waiting for you at Layman Family Farm!
Come out and enjoy stunning views of vibrant tulip blooms, one of a kind photo ops, baby animals, festival foods, live music, tons of attractions, Easter activities (select dates) and more!

Click here for tickets.

Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
2026-04-03 16:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-04 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-10 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 at Benjamin’s
2026-04-03 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Benjamin’s Restaurant, 14900 Forest Rd., Forest, 24551, United States
Come to Benjamins for great food and live music every Friday! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2026-04-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-10 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!

HumanKind Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 10:30 - 13:30 | Gross Orchards, 6817 Wheats Valley Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
HumanKind Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Gross Orchard (Rain or Shine!)
Hop on over for a fun-filled Easter celebration with activities for all ages! This year we will have a record breaking 20,000 easter eggs!!
Easter Egg Hunt:
Ages 0-4: 11:00 AM
Ages 5+:12:00 PM
Exciting Activities Include:
Planting Carrots – Get your hands in the dirt and grow something special!
Easter Bunny & Photos – Capture friends and family with free Easter Bunny pictures!
Painting Wooden Easter Items – Get creative with Easter-themed crafts!
Jewelry Making Table – Design your own festive accessories!
Easter Activity Sheets- From coloring to crossword puzzles there is something for everyone.
Face Painting – Fun, temporary face paint designs for kids of all ages!
Outdoor Games & Activities:
Duck Prize Game | Sidewalk Chalk | Bubbles | Hula Hoops | Jump Rope
Food Vendor On-Site – Delicious options to keep you fueled for fun!

Spring Wine Festival at Poplar Forest
2026-04-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest is hosting the second annual Thomas Jefferson Spring Wine Festival this April!
Join us for a day filled with wineries, artisans, food vendors, live music and more on Poplar Forest’s south lawn as we celebrate Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia wine. Enjoy tastings from regional wineries, shop from local artisan vendors, and enjoy food from one of our local food vendors!
General admission tickets, which include tasting and a complimentary Poplar Forest wine glass (while supplies last), are $35 in advance and $40 at the door; non-tasting tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door; children ages 6 and under, free. Note: you must purchase a tasting ticket to taste or purchase wine.
Click here for tickets and more information.

Happy Camper Trail Race
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Thomas Road Outpost, 7861 Sheep Creek Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Countdown is on to the Happy Camper Trail Race on April 4th! You don’t want to miss it! Whether you want to walk/run the 5K or tackle the 10K they both promise to offer a lot of fun and adventure! The best part is…100% of your registration goes toward our urban outreach program to help send kids to camp!
Click here to register.

Vikings are Coming
2026-04-04 12:00 - 17:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
A Viking reenactment group will be on site with Live Action Role Play (LARP) demonstrations. Feel like you wanna give it go, sign up to be a participant. First demo at 2 pm and a follow up at 4 pm. Vendors will be presenting their wares, Mead will be flowing and our special Dragon Egg hunt for the kids promises epic adventures.

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2026-04-04 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-05 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 this weekend!

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

Concert at the Bower Center
2026-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to the Bower Center to see Noah Spencer play live! $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information on the band!

Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
2026-04-04 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. Click here to see who is playing each week.

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2026-04-05 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!

PDGA Champions Cup
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-12 | New London Tech Disc Golf Course, 1041 Meade Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Bedford County, along with City of Lynchburg, are proud to host the Professional Disc Golf Association Champions Cup, one of the premier events in professional disc golf! Join fans from across the country as the world’s top players compete at one of the world’s top ranked courses – New London Tech Disc Golf Course – from April 9–12.
Enjoy four days of exciting championship-level action in the heart of Virginia, surrounded by Bedford’s scenic views.
🎟️ Tickets are available now — don’t miss your chance to experience this elite tournament in person!

Gross’ Orchard Apple Blossom Festival
2026-04-11 08:00 - 18:00 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Apple Blossom Festival at Gross Orchard will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in beautiful Apple Valley. Visitors can celebrate the beauty of spring while the orchards are in full bloom and enjoy a full day of family-friendly activities including food, wagon rides, live music, fried apples, pies, and a variety of vendors. Bring the whole family to experience the sights and flavors of the season at Gross Orchard.

Bedford Farmers Market
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bedford Farmers Market will have fresh produce, vegetables, baked goods, artisan crafts and a variety of Bedford and locally grown products! Free off-street parking.
