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.
Live Music at Benjamin’s
Benjamin's Restaurant 14900 Forest Rd., Forest, United StatesCome to Benjamins for great food and live music every Friday! Click here to see who is playing each week.
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Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesCome to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music. For more information and to see who is playing each week, click here. Food by Bunker 42 Bar Bites will also be available for purchase!
SML Triathlon
Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, VA, United StatesStaged out of beautiful Smith Mountain Lake State Park this triathlon classic has clear water, mountain views and fun courses. The swim features a sandy beach start and a crisp, clear lake. The bike and run courses are rolling, but not too challenging. This is a great race if you are just starting out in the sport,...
Peaks of Otter Campground Clean Up
The Peaks of Otter Campground Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 85.9, Bedford, VA, United StatesJoin the National Park Service for a volunteer opportunity at the Peaks of Otter Campground Clean Up! Enjoy the great outdoors and fresh mountain air while helping prepare the campground for the 2026 season. Volunteers will assist with removing winter storm debris, picking up sticks, raking leaves, and cleaning grills and picnic tables. Participants should...
Big Otter Mill Spring Festival
Big Otter Mill 3533 Big Island Highway, Bedford, VA, United StatesEnjoy springtime in Bedford at the historic Big Otter Mill! Live music, BBQ by the Virginia Masonic District 24 Master Masons Association, vendors, and self-guided tours of the Mill! Free admission and family friendly! Dogs okay, must be on a leash.
Live Music at Harvest Moon
Harvest Moon Marketplace 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, United StatesCome see live music at Harvest Moon Marketplace! Click here to see who is playing this weekend! Enjoy beer, wine, meads, ciders, and non-alcoholic drinks, along with delicious food and great shopping at the Marketplace. Free admission and free music!
Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
New London Ruritan 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, United StatesThis is a family friendly community dance with live entertainers!! $10/adult, doors open at 6:30pm, music 7-10pm. Please bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Supported by Ruritan volunteers. Click here to see who is playing each week.
Live Music at Harvest Moon
Harvest Moon Marketplace 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, United StatesCome see live music at Harvest Moon Marketplace! Click here to see who is playing this weekend! Enjoy beer, wine, meads, ciders, and non-alcoholic drinks, along with delicious food and great shopping at the Marketplace. Free admission and free music!
Jefferson’s Curiosities
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, United StatesAbout the Series: Thomas Jefferson was a man of many varied interests. Join us at Jefferson’s “best dwelling house in the state” as we delve into topics he found particularly fascinating from travel to culinary, leadership to religion. Each talk in the series includes a wine and cheese reception following the presentation. Tickets are $25/each or...