An amateur archaeologist, Thomas Jefferson would surely be fascinated by the more than 300,000 artifacts found on the Poplar Forest grounds since 1986. Join Poplar Forest's archaeologists for a 90-minute walking tour focused on the latest archaeological dig sites and discoveries on the plantation, including a rare up-close look at some of the artifacts in...
Come celebrate the opening of the new exhibits and the 15th Anniversary of the Bower Center for the Arts! Refreshments will be available, including a cash bar with beer and wine. You won't want to miss the amazing celebratory gifts, prizes and fun activities. Special Bower Center anniversary t-shirts will be available for purchase. This...
Virginia Grown Produce, meats, honey, flowers along with breads for locals to enjoy. The market is open the last week in April until the last week in Oct. Please come and enjoy the local food from our area.
Celebrate Apple Harvest Month at Gross' Orchard! Each weekend there will be different events and fun activities for the whole family! Click here for a full list of what's happening each weekend!
Come enjoy this great farmers market every Friday and second Saturday of the month! You will find fresh produce, veggies, artisan crafts and several more Bedford grown products! Food trucks will also be on site!
Vittone Farms is a happy host to the SML Farmers Market every Saturday morning. Come purchase your local food, produce, arts, and crafts, during your visit to Smith Mountain Lake. The last market for 2021 will be November 20th.
This yearly Fall fest features various local vendors, cider samples, food truck, hay rides, and a simple country vibe. Beef, apples, and cider will be available for purchase too. Admission and parking is free.
Come to Lottie J Farm for the 2nd Annual Open Farm Days! Pumpkin patch, hay pyramid, corn pit, barnyard with miniature donkeys, goats, alpacas, pigs and chickens, shop in the new farm store, and enjoy fresh, homemade goodies from The Happy Hen food trailer. Cost is $5 per person, ages 3 and under are free.
From the famous 10 acre corn maze, to the largest pumpkin patch in the area, there’s something exciting for kids of all ages! Admission fees apply. Click here for more information!
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.
