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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Apocalypse Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water! \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/apocalypse-trivia-night-2/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:SML Turkey Trot
DESCRIPTION:Come to Smith Mountain Lake State Park for the region’s only turkey trot kid’s 1 mile and family friendly 5k on November 27th (Thanksgiving) at 9 am! Hosted by LAT Wellness Studio\, this race is located on a scenic\, asphalt route and welcomes walkers and runners to participate. A portion of proceeds is donated to the state park. \nRegister by October 31st to guarantee a shirt. There will be prizes for top qualifiers for runners plus the best dressed turkey family! Awards for runners start at 9:45 am. Kids are encouraged to participate! \nClick here to register and for more information. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/sml-turkey-trot-2/
LOCATION:Smith Mountain Lake State Park\, 1235 State Park Road\, Huddleston\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo
DESCRIPTION:This is where the fun of bingo meets the excitement of your favorite tunes! Each round features hit songs across various genres\, and you’ll mark your card to the beat. Win the coveted Music Bingo chain\, gift cards\, and of course\, ultimate bragging rights! It’s a lively and unique way to enjoy great music\, compete with friends\, and score awesome prizes. Don’t miss the fun!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/music-bingo/2025-11-27/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-11-28/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Creative Kids Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:*Formerly known as the “All Good Things Christmas Market”\n \nCome shop products created by creative young entrepreneurs!  This is a kids only market\, meaning all of the vendors are age 18 and under. They have been working hard to create amazing items and can’t wait to sell them to you!\nAdmission is $2 (cash only). 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/creative-kids-christmas-market/
LOCATION:578 Blue Ridge Ave.\, Bedford\, 24523
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T100000
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SUMMARY:Mistletoe Maker's Market
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Small Business Saturday and shop local handmade goods at Bower Center for the Arts! With over thirty exhibitors from around the region\, you will be sure to find the perfect holiday gifts!   \nThis event will also include chances to win door prizes\, free face painting\, caricatures with Kyle Edgell\, selfies with Santa & Mrs. Clause\, youth art activity stations\, cookie decorating and more! \nAdmission is $2/adult at the door or a donation of art supplies for the Bower Center’s Little Free Art Gallery! Children 12 and under are free.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/mistletoe-makers-market-4/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T090000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T170000
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-01/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T180000
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SUMMARY:Community Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Please join Bedford Memorial Hospital for their annual Christmas Tree lighting! Meet on the front lawn of BMH. Enjoy music\, hot cocoa\, and of course\, SANTA!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/community-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Bedford Memorial Hospital
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T090000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T170000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000
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SUMMARY:Apocalypse Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water! \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/apocalypse-trivia-night-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251029T200635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T185719Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251118T162014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251202T190047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T190215Z
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251028T173227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T173227Z
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SUMMARY:D-Day Memorial Lunchbox Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join the National D-Day Memorial for the 2025 Lunchbox Lecture Series. \nAll lectures will be held in real-time through Facebook Live and YouTube and also in person at the Memorial. Follow the National D-Day Memorial Facebook page and YouTube channel for notifications.  \nThis month the Topic is: “Filming D-Day” with Jennifer Rossel. \nJoin the National D-Day Memorial for a conversation with Jennifer Rossel\, the daughter of Richard Taylor of the 165th Signal Photography Company\, the man who filmed the only known motion picture footage of Omaha Beach on D-Day.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/d-day-memorial-lunchbox-lecture/
LOCATION:National D-Day Memorial\, 3 Overlord Circle\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20250813T151425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T151425Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo
DESCRIPTION:This is where the fun of bingo meets the excitement of your favorite tunes! Each round features hit songs across various genres\, and you’ll mark your card to the beat. Win the coveted Music Bingo chain\, gift cards\, and of course\, ultimate bragging rights! It’s a lively and unique way to enjoy great music\, compete with friends\, and score awesome prizes. Don’t miss the fun!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/music-bingo/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251205T185933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T185934Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251118T162014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T162213Z
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SUMMARY:Train Exhibit at the Bedford Museum
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Christmas train display featuring landmarks of Bedford and much more! The trains are located on the 3rd floor of the Museum. Admission is $5\, kids are free. A train pass is also available to purchase for only $10 in the Museum gift shop\, which grants unlimited admission through December.  \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/train-exhibit-at-the-bedford-museum-2-2-2/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library\, 201 East Main Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251202T190047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T190215Z
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts to view two new exhibits: Through the Lens II\, An Invitational Exhibit and Andrea Wild: Caught In Old Lace Between the Stars & the Earth. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and both of these exhibits will be on display until January 24th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2-2/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20250722T171142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T171231Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. Explore the president’s cherished hideaway by candlelight on this hour-long holiday tour. See how early Americans decorated with fresh greens for the holidays as your guide paints intimate portraits of the Jefferson family’s celebration and Christmas at the Quarter Site\, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop. Admission is $30 per person. Reservations are required. \nDec.  5\, 6\, 11\,  12\, 18\, 19 at 5:30 p.m.\, 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. \nClick here for tickets. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holiday-candlelight-tours-4/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20211019T132344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T193957Z
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SUMMARY:Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5K
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 46th Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k organized by the Bedford Area YMCA! Location is the Bedford Baptist Church\, 1516 Oakwood St. Bedford\, VA 24523. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Early Bird pricing runs from September 8 – October 12\n Early Bird Price: $25\n After October 12\, registration increases to $30\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Sign up online at www.Christmasclassic5k.com \n*Long sleeve t-shirts are included and guaranteed until Nov. 17th. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/christmas-classic-5k-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Baptist Church\, 1516 Oakwood Street\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185235
CREATED:20251205T185933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T185934Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 17th Annual Festival of Trees: Small Town Christmas!\nExperience the magic of the season at this beloved\, family-friendly event featuring 40 beautifully decorated trees created by local businesses and organizations. \nVote for your favorites for just $1 per vote. All proceeds benefit local charitable organizations. (Please bring cash for voting.) \nKids will love the holiday scavenger hunt and coloring sheet designed by local artist Terri Foster. \n📍 Location: Bedford Area Welcome Center\n🕘 Hours: Open daily\, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.\n🌟 Extended evening hours: December 5–7 and 12–14\, until 8 p.m.\n📅 Event ends: January 4\, 2026 \nThe Welcome Center will be closed on Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day\, so please plan your visit accordingly. \nFor more information\, call (540) 587-5681.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/festival-of-trees-7-2/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Welcome Center\, 816 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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