Layman Family Farms
2020-09-26 10:00 - 19:00, 2020-09-27 11:00 - 18:00, 2020-09-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-03 10:00 - 19:00, 2020-10-04 11:00 - 18:00, 2020-10-07 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Layman Family Farms has grown to be one of the most popular fall destinations in Bedford County. Enjoy the 83 acre farm for a fun-filled day of family activities! From the famous 10 acre corn maize, to the largest pumpkin patch in the area, there’s something exciting for kids of all ages!

Fall sip and shop
2020-09-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Something Else Boutique
Welcome to the fall sip and shop !
This year they will be offering $5 rack $10 rack and $10 shoes !
Tons of markdowns and new items will be added for this event !
Giveaways at the door and scratch off cards to the first 25 people in The door
Each card contains 10-50% off your purchase
One lucky person will win a gift basket with gift cards from other businesses and $100 gift card to something else boutique !
Spirits and snacks will be available!

Virtual 1940s Homefront Festival
2020-09-28 00:00 - 2020-10-03 23:30 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Explore American life during World War II. Each day will feature a different theme from the homefront with a video, resources, and opportunities to engage with others.
Day 1: Rosies
Day 2: Civil Rights
Day 3: Rationing
Day 4: Patriotism
Day 5: Victory Gardening
Day 6: Propaganda
You can find the daily event content through posts within this Facebook event, as well as our event webpage: www.dday.org/homefront-festival.
WoodmenLife, Chapter 175, Bedford, Virginia is a proud sponsor of the virtual 1940s Homefront Festival.
For more information, contact education@dday.org or (540) 586-3329 ext.111

Food Truck @ the Welcome Center
2020-09-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Poke- E-Joe’s will be at the Welcome Center! Enjoy great food and stop in the Welcome Center to find out lots of information on Bedford!

Orange Exhibit
2020-09-30 11:00 - 14:00, 2020-10-02 11:00 - 14:00, 2020-10-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2020-10-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bower Center for the Arts presents the Orange exhibit going on until November 14th. Often said, orange is the color of life. This exhibit features works expressing ideas, thoughts, and emotions using orange as the main color.

Student Live Virtual Tours
2020-10-01 10:00 - 23:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
Cannot make it to the National D-Day Memorial, but want to still see the Memorial? Now you can get a guided tour of the National D-Day Memorial from wherever you are with our new Live Virtual Tours.

On your 45-minute guided virtual tour, a National D-Day Memorial guide will lead you in real-time through the Memorial using Zoom. This Live Virtual Tour will be tailored to high school students with critical thinking and reflective questions weaved into the tour to keep students engaged.
Purchase Tickets at www.dday.org/virtual-tour. $7 per device. Free for Overlord and D-Day Society members.
For more information, visit www.dday.org/virtual-tour or contact Maggie Hartley, Associate Director for Programming and Events at mhartley@dday.org or (540) 586-3329 ext.111.

Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Business Expo & Market
2020-10-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Forest Fire Department, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest , VA, 24551, United States
This event will showcase local businesses, merchants, and service providers. Open to the public with free admission from 3-5 p.m., then stay for Taste of Bedford from 5-7 p.m., with a $5 admission fee. The event will be held both indoors and outdoors at the Forest Fire Department.

Spring Valley Farm Fall Festival
2020-10-02 17:00 - 22:00, 2020-10-03 17:00 - 22:00, 2020-10-04 17:00 - 22:00 | Spring Valley Farm, 1190 Horseshoe Bend Road, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Enjoy the following every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October:
– Horse drawn wagon rides
– Pumpkin picking, painting, etc.
– Pony rides
– Petting zoo
– All varieties of games and activities
– Vendors
– Haunted stable and wagon ride

Fall Friday Cheers
2020-10-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Every Friday during the month of October, come to Apocalypse for live music! Check their Facebook page to see who is on the lineup for that week!

Moonlight Trail Ride
2020-10-02 20:00 - 22:45 | Reba Farm Inn and Saddle Soar Equitainment, 1099 Reba Farm Lane, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Complimentary refreshments and bonfire following the ride!
Only $47/person!

Bedford Farmer Managed Market
2020-10-03 07:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Farmer Managed Market, 1032 Triggs Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Our mission is to establish and operate a community-supported Producer Only Farmers Market, managed by Farmers, that provides: Viable economic outlets for Bedford County farmers, food producers, artists and craftsmen, and local access to farm fresh products.
Open on Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Weather permitting)

Forest Farmers Market
2020-10-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
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.

Open Farm Days
2020-10-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2020-10-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Lottie J Farm, 4787 Patterson Mill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come meet the critters, alpacas, pigs, goats and chickens. Pick the perfect pumpkin, climb the hay pyramid, slide down and take a dip in the corn pit. Sit back, take a big country breath and enjoy the gorgeous mountain views! Products (scarves, hats, ear warmers, etc.) made from fiber from our very own alpacas will be available for purchase. Admission is only $3 a person and kids 3 and under are free. Pumpkins and products will be an additional cost.

Saturday Story Time
2020-10-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Saturday Story Time @ Bedford Central Library
Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for a new program filled with fun stories, songs, crafts and more! For children ages 0-5.

Live Music & Food @Apocalypse
2020-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
It’s the beginning of fall, which means it’s Apple Butter season! Come out this Saturday & listen to Ty Scott of Apple Butter Soul jam.
Carbon Catering Co. will be serving up food from 12-8 PM.

Family Birding Day
2020-10-05 09:30 - 14:30 | Claytor Nature Center, 1844 Woods Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Are you excited to learn more about birds? Activities are geared towards elementary and middle school students, but there are a mix of easy and challenging questions to keep students of all ages engaged, as well as parents! Bring the whole family; the trail system has exciting sights for everyone!
Cost is $6 per person or free with the NEW Otter Romp membership program. Register at https://lynchburg.libcal.com/calendar/Claytor
Arrive anytime between 9:30am-11:30am and plan on the activity taking 2 hours to complete. You may stay on grounds until 2:30pm, if you would like to bring a picnic lunch or explore further! For more information on what to expect, safety protocols, or how to register, check out the calendar/registration page here: https://lynchburg.libcal.com/calendar/Claytor

Teacher Appreciation Day
2020-10-07 06:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-08 06:00 - 12:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Thank you to all you A-MAIZE-ING teachers! If you’re a teacher at a local area school, please come to the farm for a fun day!
Teacher, bring your current, valid school ID for FREE admission.
