Destination Bedford

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2025-08-24 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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!

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2025-08-24 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-23 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 @ Mitchell's
2025-08-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-21 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.

Bedford Carnival
2025-08-24 12:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-23 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-22 16:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Lake Park, 939 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy three days of family fun, rides, games, exhibits and fair food favorites—right here in the heart of Bedford.
Brought to you by the Bedford County Fair Board in partnership with the Town of Bedford, this special summer carnival promises FREE admission, affordable fun, and a community celebration you won’t want to miss.
Rides by Funtime Amusements
Live music & entertainment
Food trucks & local vendors
Wristbands available on site
Liberty Lake Park | Bedford, VA
Onsite and Shuttle Parking Available
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and get ready for some classic carnival magic!
Learn more at bedfordvafair.com

Big Matt & The Time Machine at SML State Park
2025-08-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United States
Big Matt & The Time Machine are bringing their unforgettable sound to Smith Mountain Lake State Park for our final concert of the year!
Saturday, August 23, 2025
8:00–10:00 PM
Beach Pavilion
$7/person – includes parking!
Kids 12 & under are FREE!
Grab your folding chairs and come enjoy live music under the stars!
Hot dogs, ice cream, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase.

Truck & Tractor Pull
2025-08-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Sims Farm, 2220 Harvest Lane, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Challenged Sports Exchange and Sim’s Events welcome back Dragon Motorsports Truck and Tractor pull, for a night of fun filled action. Gates open at 5 p.m. Show starts at 6 p.m. Tickets sold at the gate only. Cash Only $20.00 8 and under free. Beer Garden onsite, Food Vendors on Site. NO COOLERS, Lawn chairs welcome

Live Music at Drifter's
2025-08-23 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.

Do Good Day at Fables & Feathers
2025-08-23 11:00 - 18:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
It’s a good day to do good! Come on out to the winery and donate blood, donate dog food, and maybe meet the new (furry) love of your life!
The Bedford Humane Society will be at Fables & Feathers Winery with adoptable pets from 12-3. Bring food, treats, litter, or any other donations for extra do-gooding points.
Blood Connection will set up their mobile donation station from 1:30-5:30. Sign up soon so you can reserve your time to donate blood- donors earn money towards a local charity, rewards with blood connection, and $5 towards your next visit to the winery. Be a designated driver & donor- so good!

Bower Center Exhibit
2025-08-23 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-22 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-21 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-20 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
In the Braaten Gallery, view the works by Elaine Fleck. The reception for the exhibit will be September 12 at 5pm and is free and open to the public.
In the Terrace Gallery, the exhibit “Embracing the Unexpected with Fabric, Dye and Stich” will be presented.
Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free!
The Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Mobility & Mimosas
2025-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Stretch, Sip, and Socialize!
Join us for a rejuvenating morning of movement and relaxation with Movement and Mimosas – the perfect blend of wellness and fun!
Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this is your time to relax, recharge and connect.
$33/person includes beverage (mimosa or your choice of juice).
Bring your own mat…and a friend!
Click on the link below to register.
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/503564c0

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-08-23 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!

Forest Friday Cheers
2025-08-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Live music, local vendors, beer, and food! Inflatable bounce pad and more for this family friendly event! Free admission. Click here to see who is playing each week!

Bower Center Exhibit Reception
2025-08-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Join the Bower Center for the Arts for this artist’s reception for Ellen Lindner: Embracing the Unexpected.
on Friday, August 22nd 2025 from 5-7pm. Ellen will present remarks at 6:00pm.
This event is FREE to the public, light refreshments and drinks will be available.

Live Music at Portside
2025-08-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Portside Grill and Bar, 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing!

Friday Field Days with Poplar Forest Archaeology
2025-08-22 13:30 - 15:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes every Friday at 1:30 PM through November 21 for an in-depth look into their current excavations and what they are learning about the people who lived in and around the 1857 Slave Dwelling. While the 1857 Slave Dwelling was built after Jefferson’s lifetime, it is historically important as it is the only original dwelling built for enslaved people still standing on the property. As part of the 1857 Slave Dwelling Restoration Project’s efforts to stabilize, research, and restore this structure with the community, we invite you to visit our archaeologists to see what they are finding and learning about the people who lived here.
Friday Field Days are 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.

Fall Job Fair
2025-08-22 10:30 - 14:00 | Blue Ridge Community Church, 556 Blue Ridge Ave., Bedford, VA, 24523
Looking for a job? Join the Bedford Chamber at the Fall Job Fair!
In-person hiring events are a great way to directly connect with employers — which is especially important in the age of digital recruitment! After all, it can be difficult to demonstrate your personality, work ethic, and experience with just a resume. Plus, you’re able to get a feel for a company’s expectations, environment, and benefits!
Entry is free for job seekers. Childcare will be provided. Transportation is available through the ConnectingVA app.
At the Spring Job Fair, ~40 businesses joined us from across the region. Businesses currently signed up for the Fall Job Fair include:
– Automated Conveyor Systems
– Bedford County Public Schools
– iHeartMedia
– Johnson Health Center
– Newport News Shipbuilding
– Spring Oak Senior Living
– Virginia Department of Corrections
Keep an eye out for more information about the Fall Job Fair and our participating businesses by clicking here.
Businesses can sign up to participate by August 15. Click the link below to learn more and register: https://www.bedfordareachamber.com/2025jobfair/

Music Bingo
2025-08-21 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!

Wagon Rides & History Tour
2025-08-21 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.

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-08-20 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!

Trivia & Karaoke
2025-08-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, Milepost 86, Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Trivia and Karaoke EVERY Wednesday from 6pm – 9pm. Join us weekly for a fun, fast-paced battle of wits, facts, and friendly competition.

Moneta Farmer's Market
2025-08-20 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.

Community Pool Day
2025-08-20 10:00 - 16:00 | The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd, Thaxton, 24174, United States
Come out to The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center to enjoy a community pool day! There will be a lifeguard on duty.
**Date is subject to cancel/change based on weather and staff availability. Click here for updates.
Individual entry pass: $10
Family pass: $20
(Family pass covers up to 2 adults + children from a single household)
