Destination Bedford

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-06-04 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by Dave & Jodi while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

9th Annual National Juried Exhibition
2021-06-04 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-06-02 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-05-29 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-05-28 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-05-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Come to The Bower Center for the Arts for this annual exhibit! This exhibit has historically seen artworks in numerous media including painting, drawing, print making, collage, photography, sculpture, mosaics, fiber art, fabric, stained and fused glass, and more. Gallery admission is free.
Online Gallery

77th Anniversary of D-Day
2021-06-04 10:00 - 17:00 | VA
A three-day commemoration featuring a virtual panel discussion by renowned historians John McManus, Joe Balkoski, and Mitchell Yockelson. On-site events include a book signing by award-winning author Rick Byer, music by the 29th Division Band, historical displays, and a host of other opportunities for visitors to hear the stories of D-Day, its impact on history, and why it is important today.
Visit www.dday.org/dday77 for full event details.

REGULAR ADMISSION FEES APPLY JUNE 4 AND 5. FREE ADMISSION JUNE 6 FROM 9:30AM – NOON. (REGULAR ADMISSION AFTER NOON ON JUNE 6.)

Bedford Farmer's Market
2021-06-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-05-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
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!

Memorial Day 2021 Commemoration
2021-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
Pay tribute to the men and woman who have given their lives to the cause of freedom in service to our nation. The National D-Day Memorial will host “Remembering Their Sacrifice” on Memorial Day with a virtual ceremony at 11 a.m. On site guests will be able to view the ceremony inside the Bobbie G. Johnson Pavilion at various times throughout the day. There will also be a Fallen Soldier Battle Cross display. Free admission from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Regular admission prices apply after 12 p.m.
For more information click here.

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-05-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Mitchell’s Point Marina, 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by BoCo while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

Memorial Day Fireworks at Mitchell's Point Marina
2021-05-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Mitchell’s Point Marina, 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Come to Mitchell’s Point Marina for FIREWORKS! Watch from your boat on Smith Mountain Lake, or from your chair at the marina (all Covid protocols will be followed, and social distancing is encouraged). If you enjoy the fireworks and would like to make a donation to the Semper Fi and America’s Fund below or in person at the Marina Office you can!
https://thefund.org/…/mitchells-point-marina-fireworks…/

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-05-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by 3DT while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

Sunset Saturdays at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
2021-05-29 18:00 - 22:00, 2021-05-22 18:00 - 22:00 | Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery, 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Every Saturday night at Hickory Hill Vineyards, come enjoy good music, good conversation, and dancing fireflies. Relax, sit back and listen to the music of local artists as the sun fades and the stars slowly pop out in the sky. Hickory Hill Vineyard’s Sunset Saturday music series is a popular local lake tradition with this being the 17th season. All ticket sales will be online with a 5 pm cutoff on the day of. No walk-up admissions will be offered.
TICKETS

Live Music @ Apocalypse
2021-05-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music from Coyote West. Food by Ferguson Family Provisions!

Smith Mountain Lake Farmers Market
2021-05-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2021-05-28 14:00 - 18:00 | Vittone Farms, 1696 White House Rd., Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
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.

Forest Farmer's Market
2021-05-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Come to the Forest Farmer’s Market every Saturday for locally grown and produced fresh meat, vegtables, fruit, bread, craft vendors and so much more!

Forest Farmers Market
2021-05-29 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.

Live Music @ Apocalypse
2021-05-28 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 from Jacob Doss. Family friendly.

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-05-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by Tate Tuck while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

Virginia Dare Casino Cruise
2021-05-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Virginia Dare Cruises and Marina, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Enjoy the Virginia Dare for a night of Casino Fun- Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps. Ticket includes 2 hour cruise, hors d’oeuvres and gambling chips. The most chips at the end of the night can be cashed in for a prize. Reservations required visit vadarecruises.com or call 540-297-7100.

Bedford VA Parade of Grads
2021-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Bedford
This parade is for all Bedford County high school graduates which includes: LHS, SR, JF, private and homeschooled!

-Parade will begin in the parking lot of Blue Ridge Community Church (Westgate Shopping Center/where Peeble’s was located). You can begin arriving at 5:15. You will see volunteers helping you line up.
-You will arrive in your own vehicle – have family drive you – decorate the vehicle – add posters on the side with your name and school if you wish!
-wear your cap and gown
-you will ride throughout the whole parade – not a walking parade.
-At the end of the parade (at the Courthouse), you will have your picture taken.

Click here for more information.

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-05-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by Percy Abell while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

Live Music and Food Specials @ Drifter’s
2021-05-23 11:00 - 17:00 | Drifter’s, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, VA, 24121
Come to Drifter’s for specials including 50¢ peel ‘n eat shrimp from 11am until they run out!
DDT’s will be live from 2-5pm.

Behind-The-Scenes Tours at Poplar Forest
2021-05-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Explore the architectural design, history and restoration of Thomas Jefferson’s Palladian-style villa on this hour-long, behind-the-scenes tour guided by the architectural historian who has overseen the restoration since it began in 1989. Join Travis McDonald, Poplar Forest’s Director of Architectural Restoration, and discover how the restoration architects, architectural historians and craftsmen are meticulously restoring Jefferson’s vision for the “best dwelling house in the state…” Admission is $20 in advance, $25 at the door; reservations are encouraged as spots on the tour are limited. Tour dates are May 22nd and May 23rd at 11am and 2pm each day.

Live Music @ Mitchell’s
2021-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy great food and live music by Michelle Motley while looking at beautiful Smith Mountain Lake!

Sunset Yoga at Poplar Forest
2021-05-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Take time for a much-needed time-out to experience the mindfulness of yoga and the natural beauty of the landscape at sunset. Join a teacher from Yoga Goodness for a one-hour yoga class on Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn. Admission is $10 per person or $15 per class for both April and May classes. Reservations are suggested as classes will be limited to 25 people.

Live Music @ Apocalypse
2021-05-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer, live music from Percy Abell. Food by Hill City Smokehouse!
