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.
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesCome to the Bower Center for the Arts for the 12th Annual National Juried Exhibition! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
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80th Anniversary of D-Day Commemoration
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesThe 80th Anniversary of D-Day will be observed in a special ceremony at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. Program highlights include recognition of D-Day and World War II veterans, guest speakers, music, and more. Representatives from each of the Allied nations and military personnel will take part. During the ceremony, WWII-era aircraft will...
Bedford Boys Tribute Center Ceremony & Courthouse Bell Ringing
Bedford County Courthouse 123 East Main Street, Bedford, VAThis annual public remembrance of the “Bedford Boys” will take place on the West Lawn of the Bedford County Courthouse (123 E Main St, Bedford), where, 70 years ago to the day, the community gathered to mark the 10th anniversary of D-Day with the unveiling of a memorial stone. April Cheek-Messier, National D-Day Memorial Foundation...
Trivia Night @ Beale’s
Beale's Brewery 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesLive team trivia on Thursdays in the taproom! Free to play – 1st, 2nd and 3rd place take home Beale's gift certificates!
Music Bingo Night at Apocalypse
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesCome to Apocalypse Ale Works located in Forest, for an amazing night of music, prizes, and drink specials. Test your music knowledge and compete against your friends and other patrons. It's easy to play, and everyone is welcome!
Bower Center Exhibit
Bower Center for the Arts 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesCome to the Bower Center for the Arts for the 12th Annual National Juried Exhibition! Gallery admission is free. Click here for more information.
Friday Field Days with Archaeology
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 1542 Bateman Bridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesJoin Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes every Friday at 1:30 PM through August 30 for an in-depth look into their current excavations and what they are learning about the people who lived in and around the 1857 Slave Dwelling. While the 1857 Slave Dwelling was built after Jefferson’s lifetime, it is historically important...
When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesOn the evening of June 7th, the acclaimed West Point Alumni Glee Club will perform a stirring patriotic remembrance concert. As night falls, watch the story of D-Day unfold in a stunning multi-media sensory display of light, imagery, and sound as we present When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound, created...
Forest Farmer’s Market
Forest Farmers Market 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, United StatesThe 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!