Bower Center Exhibit
2025-02-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-12 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-15 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
The annual Curry/Bower exhibition is one of the largest exhibits all year, and the artwork featured is mostly by regional artists of all skill levels. This stunning collection boasts a total of 194 works by 68 artists, including the Youth Division entries.
Gallery hours are 11-3, Tuesday-Saturday. Admission is free! All galleries will be open during the events on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. The gallery images from both the adult and youth exhibits are available online as well!

Woods Goods & Mercantile Grand Reopening
2025-02-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Woods Goods & Mercantile, 2770 W Lynchburg Salem Tpke, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy this special Grand Reopening with extended hours!

Singles Night & Speed Dating at Beale’s
2025-02-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Singles Night & Speed Dating at Beale’s Brewery in Bedford, VA.
This is a FREE, 21+ event.
Looking to meet someone new? Join us for an exciting evening of connections at Beale’s! Whether you’re looking for a casual chat or something more, this is your chance to meet new people in a fun, relaxed setting. Our Singles Night & Speed Dating event offers a unique blend of mingling and fast-paced conversations, ensuring you’ll meet a variety of people throughout the evening. The evening kicks off with casual mingling, followed by speed dating rounds, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and chat with potential matches for 5-minute one-on-one conversations. After the speed dating, feel free to continue the night with a drink, food, and conversation in the relaxed bar atmosphere. Great drink specials, lots of food options, and a lively, welcoming vibe – perfect for those new to dating or looking for something different. Come for the speed dating, stay for the connections!

RSVP by emailing Jazz at jasminejrdn54@gmail.com or shooting her a text at 540-615-0270!

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held 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!

Galentine's at J Bohn's
2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:00 | J Bohn Bishop Mercantile, 16483 Moneta Rd. Suite L,, Moneta
This year enjoy The Pink Peony Permanent Jewelry, Agenacare Aesthetics Botox, Meanwhile Back on the Farm and First Light Coffee Co. at this Galentine’s Day small business lineup. also Bak’d from the Heart (cookies + cupcakes) and Petal Ridge Farms DIY Bouquet Bar will also be on site!
It’s going to be a SWEET little day at the store so grab a Galentine and Meet at the Mercantile!

MTX Cross 2025
2025-02-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Race 1 – https://www.bikereg.com/mtx-1
Race 2 – https://www.bikereg.com/mtx-2
WHAT IS Mountain Cross / MTX?
The “Mountain” part refers to many of the same aspects that you might encounter in a mountain bike race. There will be single track with rocks, roots, etc that will make up roughly 50% of the course. The other 50% of the course will consist of mixed surfaces such as grass paths, gravel or pavement, and double track dirt roads.
The “Cross” parts refers to the style of racing and variety of terrain the race combines with added elements of mountain biking and cyclocross. There may be barriers, stairs, or other obstacles that riders will have to navigate and as always, good vibes! The races are short, intense, and loads of fun!
We have professional chip timing to get fast and reliable results! Beginners have 30 minutes to do as many laps as they can while the sport have 45 minutes and the experts have 60 minutes. We hold the tradition of letting people go out for the bonus lap if they make it in the timing zone before the clock hits 0! The winner is the person who does the most laps in the least amount of time.
Timing is being handled by Jeremy Ramsey with MMG Endurance Sports! He host’s some great cycling events like the Buffalo River Gran Fondo, the Wormhole, SOTR, and other races so be sure to check them out and support! https://www.mmgendurancesports.com/
This race embodies the Norwegian proverb that says, “There is no bad weather, only poor clothing choice.”
WE RACE ANY WEATHER! That’s what makes Mountain Cross what it is! The course is highly dependent of weather conditions but are sure to be fun for all ages and skill levels! Laps are around 2 miles long.

Click these links to register and for more information: Race 1 – https://www.bikereg.com/mtx-1 Race 2 – https://www.bikereg.com/mtx-2

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-02-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water!

Peaks Retreat Open to the Public Day
2025-02-13 10:00 - 16:00 | The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd, Thaxton, 24174, United States
For the next few months, The Peaks Retreat and Adventure Center will host several days each month that are open to the public – free of charge. Guests are welcome to hike our trails, enjoy a game of disc golf, or even play a game of basketball, volleyball, or gaga. Or if you’ve been wanting to check out our facility and would like a tour or more information about our programs and events, these are great days to visit us here at The Peaks.
Please check-in at the Main Office when you arrive to sign a waiver and get a facility map. We also ask that folks check out in the Main Office on their way out as well.
Questions: Give us a call at 540-444-1800 or send us an email at ThePeaks@CustomED.org.

Woodworking Workshop
2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest has been meticulously restored back to its Jefferson-era appearance after 40 years of dedicated work by the Poplar Forest Restoration Department. Using tools available to Jefferson’s free and enslaved workman, our skilled craftsmen have restored all the elements of the house so what you see today, is what Jefferson would have seen once the house was completed.
And now you can learn all about the process of historic woodworking directly from the craftsmen themselves. Join Austin Englund, Restoration Supervisor for this course in all things woodworking. Tour the Poplar Forest workshop, learn about the tools we used to restore the house, and prepare yourself for your own woodworking projects.
This is a 2 part session class which attendees can learn the art of historic woodworking. The introduction class is a learning session to prepare you for the second class held on March 15 th where you will use the tools and make your own souvenir photo frame. Tickets for the introduction class are $50 and include a discount code for the 2nd hands-on session, a guest pass to return to Poplar Forest and tour Jefferson’s retreat home, and a unique opportunity to use Poplar Forest’s tools yourself.

Celtic Valentine’s Event
2025-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
Enjoy this Celtic Valentine’s Day event at the Meadery!
Featuring live music from “KINNFOLK” (from 1-4), DELICIOUS MIXED DRINKS, Tavern Menu, FANTASTIC MEADS all in a STUNNING MOUNTAIN VENUE- What’s more to LOVE?

Wine Lover’s Weekend
2025-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery, 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford, VA, United States
Celebrate wine, music, donuts and looooove at the orchard!
Live music every day from 2-5pm
Country Classics by Dalton Huskin and Ben Gold
Wine Tastings- 2 for $10
Select 8 wines each
10% off in our country store
And, of course… hot and fresh apple cider donuts!
Don’t forget to take your picture with their VA LOVEworks sign…

Puppy Love at the Winery
2025-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
If you’re looking for love this Valentine’s Day, head over to the winery and meet your furry soul-mate! Fables and Feathers is partnering up with the Bedford Humane Society to bring you puppy kisses, good wine, and fun times. The Humane Society will be on site from 12-3 with adoptable dogs and a doggy kissing booth.
Even if you’re not in the market for a new pet, stick around- Matthew Weeks will be playing from 2-5.
And if you’re looking for love at first bite- grab a taco from Hangrcy food truck! They’ll be serving food from 12:30-4:30.
10% of sales will go to the Humane Society, so come on out and support a good local cause!

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2025-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Harvest Moon Marketplace, 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Join us for a Saturday filled with toe-tapping music, sing-alongs, and great company! Whether you’re gathering with friends, your sweetheart, or just enjoying the atmosphere, the Tavern is the place to be.
Sip on fine wines, indulgent chocolate martinis, old-world beers, and handcrafted meads, with Guinness on tap to complete the experience. Enjoy an incredible lineup of Celtic, Blues, Appalachian, and Americana tunes performed by Root 2 Music, bringing the energy with fiddles and guitars.
Come for the drinks, stay for the music—a Saturday you won’t want to miss!

Kinnfolk Live at the Meadery
2025-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
Kinnfolk will be playing live at the Meadery! Enjoy a lovely day of music, mead, specialty drinks, delicious food, special vendors and more!

Bower Center Murder Mystery
2025-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Join the Bower Center for their 4th Annual Interactive Murder Mystery Event on February 15th from 6 to 9pm! Channel your inner detective as you laugh, talk, eat, drink, and unravel the thrilling mystery of a prom gone wrong. Dress in your favorite prom attire, take on a unique character crafted just for you, and see if you can figure out whodunnit! Tickets are $45 per person or $80 per couple. This includes light food, non-alcoholic beverages, and 1 drink ticket. There will also be a cash bar with wine, beer, and a signature cocktail. This is an adults only event, character roles will be given upon entry to the event, and tickets are non-refundable.

Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
2025-02-15 19:00 - 22:00 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
This 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.

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2025-02-16 13:00 - 17:00 | Harvest Moon Marketplace, 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Join us for a Sunday afternoon filled with toe-tapping music, sing-alongs, and great company! Whether you’re gathering with friends, your sweetheart, or just enjoying the atmosphere, the Tavern is the place to be.
Sip on fine wines, indulgent chocolate martinis, old-world beers, and handcrafted meads, with Guinness on tap, and enjoy an incredible performance by John Gilley Jr. from Thunder Ridge.
Raise a glass, enjoy the music, and make it a Sunday to remember!
