Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
Apocalypse Trivia Night
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesEvery week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water!
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Pontoon Boat Tour
Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United StatesRide 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...
Wagon Rides & History Tour
Gross' Orchard 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, United StatesCome 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.
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesBeginning 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...
Live Music @ Mitchell’s
Mitchell's Resturant & Pizzeria 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, United StatesEnjoy live music, great food and the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake all in one place! Click here to see who is playing each week.
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesBeginning 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...
Summer Solstice Tea at Avenel
Historic Avenel 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, United StatesVisit 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.
SML Songwriters Festival
Portside Grill and Bar 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, United StatesThe official three day SML Songwriters Festival Kicks off on Friday. 19 Songwriters from Nashville to Austin and local favorites, will perform at various venues at Smith Mountain Lake on Friday and Saturday. The Grand Finale on Sunday will feature country music legend Ty Herndon. Please click here for complete festival details.
Live Music at Portside
Portside Grill and Bar 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, United StatesCome to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing!