Experience a moment in American history at Poplar Forest’s 17th annual presentation of Conversations with Thomas Jefferson. Sit in on a private and wide-ranging conversation between Jefferson, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, and one of his compatriots as they discuss their shared experiences as revolutionaries, political colleagues, friends and neighbors. Past guests have included...

Starting our 8th season, the Forest Farmer's Market will have wonderful fresh local produce from area farmers along with meat, eggs, fish, baked goods and coffee. There will be a variety of artisans selling one of a kind products. The Forest Farmer's Market is a producer-only market, there is no reselling allowed. Farmer's Market is...

Experience the Bedford Trails in this brand new event series!  There will be a 5K and two mountain bike rides at each location.   The series kicks off on April 28 and will conclude on September 29.  Bedford County Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with Beale's Brewery on this new event which will...

The Bower Center is hosting its first Makers Brunch to celebrate local and regional artisans, providing an opportunity to offer their handcrafted goods for purchase.  Shoppers will enjoy sipping mimosas, breakfast beers, brunch and live jazz while browsing at our "Urban Indoor Makers Market"!  Food trucks will be parked around the building offering varieties of...

The Sedalia Center presents the annual BBQ & Blues Festival on April 28th!!  Tastin' starts at high noon! Gates open at 11:30am rain or shine.  Live Music by: John Emil, Jump Street, & IV Shades of Blue!! Advance tickets are $10 and available at the Bedford Area Welcome Center.  At the gate: $15.  Children under...

The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST) will conduct a tour of Virginia in April playing multiple cities, with the grand finale event happening in Bedford with an exciting double-header vs. Bedford County First Responders. The opening ceremony will begin at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 with the first game starting at 1 p.m....