Events – Page 5 – Blue Ridge Parkway

Slow down and experience some Appalachian Christmas traditions at our annual “Old Time Appalachian Christmas Festival” downtown. Held the 2nd Saturday in December, the streets are filled with hand crafted gifts, canned and baked goods, food, heritage demonstrations, live music, s’mores, photo ops, Santa, petting zoo and tons of fun!… Read More

Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas – City of Roanoke Christmas Tree Lighting

The Roanoke Valley’s largest holiday celebration, The Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas, returns taking place on the first three Friday nights in December. We’re celebrating the 40th year of this community favorite event with loads of free activities. View the event details below with more information to follow. If… Read More

Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas – Pet Costume Contest

Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas – City of Roanoke Christmas Parade

SHCG Moses Cone Manor

Seasonal, Online Store, Arts & Culture, Interpretive Programs, Hiking Trails, History & Heritage, Artisan

Southern Highland Craft Guild Moses Cone Manor – located at Milepost 294.1, it represents 400 traditional craft makers of the Southern Appalachians on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Guild is the second oldest craft organization in America. Craft demonstrations offered from April to November. Open 9-5 daily March 15… Read More

Skyland

Family-friendly, EV Charging Station, Nature & Outdoors, Hiking Trails, Cell/WiFi Service, Pet-Friendly, Stargazing, Rock Climbing & Rappelling, Horseback Riding, Seasonal, AAA Approved & Discounted, Wine Lovers

Located in Shenandoah National Park at mile 41.7 on the Skyline Drive, Skyland is located at the highest elevation along the drive. Skyland is open late March through late November. The resort is closed during the winter. Our location along Skyline Drive is ideal for visitors to explore over 500… Read More

Snowy Mountain Christmas Shop & Sweets

Family-friendly, Local Food, Seasonal, Artisan, Home & Garden

Snowy Mountain Christmas Shop & Sweets features Christmas decorations for the home. Local artists’ craftsmanship as well as imported items fill the store with Christmas wonder May through December. We’re located just 5 miles north of Parkway Milepost 317.5 on US Highway 221. Offering sweets, holiday decorations, Christmas trees, greenery… Read More

Switzerland Café

Seasonal, EV Charging Station, Online Store, Picnic, Local Food, General & Country Stores, In Town, Artisan

Switzerland Cafe specializes in fresh, homemade sandwiches, soups, and quiches and we craft our own award-winning Applewood Smoked Trout and Hickory Smoked Pork BBQ. Serving lunch Easter – Halloween. Our General Store offers picnic items, wine, beer & cheese as well as T-Shirts, crafts and souvenirs. Check Google listing… Read More

Switzerland Inn

Luxury, EV Charging Station, Romantic Getaway, Motorcycle-Friendly, Motorcycle-Friendly Lodging & Dining, Seasonal, In Town

Switzerland Inn & Chalet Restaurant are located directly on the Parkway. Established in 1910. Variety of accommodations including mountain view suites, cottages & rooms in the main lodge. Chalet Restaurant serves three meals daily. Gracious casual atmosphere with old world charm. Tennis, golf privileges, swimming, fire pit, unique shops… Read More

Symphony by the Lake at Chetola

An evening under the stars with pop and orchestral music and a fireworks finale. Read More

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