Destination Bedford

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2025-05-17 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-10 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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!

Band & Bonfire
2025-05-17 12:00 - 19:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
MEAD AND MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS!
BAND & BONFIRE SPECIAL EVENT!
MAY 17TH – MEADERY OPEN 12-7!
SPECIAL VENDORS & DEMOS! Costina Theresa w. Bucken Creations & Shelly Knick !
LIVE MUSIC! By Root 2 Music! 3:30 – 6:30
KID’S CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES!
DELICIOUS FOOD, DRINKS, & S’MORES OF COURSE
FAMILY – FRIENDLY – FUN!

Bower Center Exhibit
2025-05-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-13 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!

FURbaby FUNdraiser on the Farm
2025-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Mountain Run Farm, 1228 Charlemont Rd, Big Island, VA, 24526, United States
Mark your calendars for May 17, 2025, and come celebrate a day of fun, family, and furbabies — all for a great cause!
This special memorial event honors the legacy of Edmund Coffey and Nancy Johnson, whose shared dream of a spay/neuter/wellness clinic for the Bedford Animal Shelter is finally coming to life. Thanks to a partnership between Assistant Bedford County Administrator DW Lawhorne and the newly forming nonprofit Community Pet Coalition, their vision is becoming reality.
Hosted by the Community Pet Coalition, this fundraiser supports:

All American Mutt Rescue (AAMR)
Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter (FOBCAS)
Bedford Humane Society

Event Highlights:

Horse-drawn wagon and carriage rides — $5/person (kids under 4 ride free!)
Guided walking farm tour with Ben Coleman — $10/person
Cruise-In hosted by the Bedford Igniters — donations encouraged!
Adoptables on-site from FOBCAS & AAMR
Foam Party Guy (10 AM – 12 PM)
Live Music

Chris Hammock (10 AM – 12 PM)
Wood & Strings – Calvin and Mark (12 PM – 2 PM)

Food & Coffee Trucks:

Porter House BBQ
Brew Initiative Coffee
Hot Diggity Dogs

Dozens of vendors
Dog trainers & canine demonstrations
The Edmund Coffey Museum open to the public

BVA Mercantile 6th Anniversary
2025-05-17 10:00 - 15:00 | BVA Mercantile, 206 W Depot Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join BVA Mercantile in celebrating 6 years in business! There will be discounts, giveaways, and sweets!!! Don’t miss this exciting day as they celebrate this milestone!

Armed Forces Day - Pack the Convoy
2025-05-17 10:00 - 15:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
In recognition of Armed Forces Day, the National D-Day Memorial invites you to help PACK THE CONVOY with supplies for currently deployed service members.
They will be packing a 1942 WC-53 Dodge Carryall and a Virginia National Guard Humvee with donated items to fill care packages.
$2 off Memorial Admission at the gate with item donation
Item collection at ticket booth for those not wishing to visit Memorial
Free admission for active duty service members and up to five family members

Click here for the shopping list.

Truckin’ for Kids
2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Bedford Moose Lodge, 2986 West Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Bring your little ones to explore big trucks, fire engines and more! Meet local heroes and learn how these trucks help our community! Free event.

Lakeside Local
2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Halesford Center, 16483 Moneta Rd., Moneta, United States
Enjoy a vibrant market bringing talented local vendors to the heart of SML! Created & hosted by LAT Wellness Studio, Hawaii Fluid Art, and JBohnBishop Mercantile. Click here to see which vendors will be at this event each month.

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-05-17 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!

Little Town Players “The Color Purple"
2025-05-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-13 08:30 - 10:00, 2025-05-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Little Town Players, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Little Town Players has been performing live community theatre in Bedford for more than 45 years!
Don’t miss their latest musical “The Color Purple.”
Performances are May 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 7:30pm
Sunday matinees – May 11 & May 18 at 2:00pm
Doors open 30 minutes before start time.
Special Note: Because the theatre is a historical site, restrooms are not in the same building. Restrooms are available just across the way in the Elks Home Main Building.

Click here to purchase tickets.

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2025-05-16 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!

Forest Friday Cheers
2025-05-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come enjoy Forest Friday Cheers at Apocalypse Ale Works!
Kick back, relax, and enjoy a FREE family-friendly evening of live music, food, and fun every Friday!
**Time:** 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
**Location:** Apocalypse Ale Works
Expect:
– **Live Music:** Click here to see who is playing each week!
– **Bounce Zones:** Fun for the little ones with bouncy castles and kid-friendly activities.
– **Beer & Refreshments:** Grab a cold one from Apocalypse Ale Works and enjoy their fantastic selection of local brews.
– **Food by Bunker 42: Delicious eats to fuel your evening of fun and music.
**All Ages Welcome** – Bring the whole family out for a night of great music, tasty food, and unforgettable memories.
Let’s make this Friday a night to remember! See you at Apocalypse Ale Works!

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-05-14 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!

Mother's Day at Fables & Feathers
2025-05-11 11:00 - 18:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Come celebrate how awesome the moms in your life are with at Fables & Feather Winery this Mother’s Day! Fill up on fantastically delicious tacos, nachos, & more from El Gordo’s Kitchen 12-5. Enjoy music by the lovely mother/daughter duo Carolan & Beahlen from 2-5 and spoil Mom with some bling-permanent jewelry by The Honey Spark is here from 1-5.
Plus our most popular gift is back. Give Mom some extra snuggles this year- from a baby goat! They’ll be here from 1-4, sign up in advance for a 20 minute goat snuggle session for $15/person, $50 for four spots, or grab all six spots for $80 by following the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/10C094AAEAF2BA6FBC61…

Olde Dominion Fantasy & Medieval Faire
2025-05-11 10:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Familt YMCA, 1111 Turnpike Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Celebrate the magic of May at the Bedford YMCA’s inaugural May & FaeFaire! This exciting event features music, vendors, demonstrations, games, and dancing.
Event Details:

Tickets:

Adults (18+): $16
Children (6-17 years): $8
Kids 5 and under: FREE
Free limited on site parking

Bonus: It’s also Mother’s Day weekend, so treat your mom like the queen she is and come celebrate together!

Click here for more information.

BCO Spring Concert
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Liberty High School, 100 Liberty Minuteman Drive, Bedford , VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy the sounds of a live orchestral concert with the Bedford Community Orchestra!
Suggested Donation $15/adults | $10/students
www.BedfordCommOrch.org

Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
2025-05-10 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.

Dale’s Diner Cruise In
2025-05-10 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!

Summer Speaking Event
2025-05-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library, 201 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Summer Speaking Event – About the 1st Speaker Todd Marcum
Todd Marcum will be the first speaker of our Summer Speaking Event this year. Mr. Marcum will be here Saturday, May 10th from 3:00 to 4:15pm. He will be giving a 45 minute presentation with PowerPoint that discusses the fascinating stories of baseball cards and their connection to the war effort and society. After the presentation he will be answering any questions you might have as well as selling some of his book, “Baseball Cards At The Edge of War” which is a book that explores the unique intersection of America’s pastime and the global events of the World War era.
Mr. Marcum lives in Roanoke, Virginia and works as a marketing consultant and creator. He grew up in Wayne County, West Virginia. His first novel published was “Way Out Wayne”.
Tickets are $10 for adults and kids are free. You can purchase your tickets ahead of time by using the following link or the QR Code attached to this post: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/6WR465UDNZ74G . Also if it is more convenient you can call and purchase tickets via a debit/credit card over the phone, or purchase tickets at the door the day of. Please come out and support the museum and hear this interesting presentation by Todd Marcum.

Maker’s Market at Beale’s
2025-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come enjoy a fantastic Local Makers Market at Beale’s Brewery! Bring your mom out for a day filled with creativity, community, and craft!
Explore a variety of unique handmade goods from talented local artisans, enjoy delicious brews, and find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day or simply treat yourself!
Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind jewelry, artisanal foods, or beautiful home décor, you’re sure to find something special.
Don’t miss this opportunity to support local makers while enjoying a great atmosphere at the brewery.

Arts & Drafts Festival
2025-05-10 11:00 - 18:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Falling Creek Park May 10th for the 2nd Annual Arts & Drafts Festival! This is a family friendly event where you can do some Mothers Day shopping from local craft vendors and artisans, enjoy regionally sourced craft beverages, local musicians, food, kid’s activities, crafts, and demonstrations involving wood working, blacksmithing, pottery, weaving, and much more!
