Friday Night Jamboree
The Floyd Country Store 206 S. Locust St., Floyd, VA, United StatesJoin us at the Floyd Country Store every Friday Night at 6:30pm for live music at the Friday Night Jamboree.
$8
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2022 USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championships – Criterium
Downtown Roanoke Campbell Ave., Jefferson St., Market Square, Roanoke, VA, United StatesVisit Virginia’s Blue Ridge, the County of Botetourt and the City of Roanoke are thrilled to be the host communities for this national cycling championship.
A criterium or “crit” is a lapped bicycle race on a closed circuit set in cities. Fans are encouraged to join us to catch the action live and cheer on the athletes all along the downtown Roanoke criterium race course.
Free
See Art in the Heart of Banner Elk at Four Summer Shows
Banner Elk 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United StatesFour times this summer, Art on the Greene brings original artwork in a variety of media to the green at the Historic Banner Elk School. Located in the center of this small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the shows create an idyllic setting for meeting artists, admiring their work and shopping for handmade pieces.
The two-day shows take place on the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend May 28-29; July Fourth weekend, July 2-3; the first weekend of August, Aug. 6-7; and Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-4.
Free
Americana Afternoons at the Floyd Country Store
The Floyd Country Store 206 S. Locust St., Floyd, VA, United StatesJoin us at the Floyd Country Store every Saturday at noon for FREE Americana Afternoons, traditional acoustic music.
Free
Big Walker Lookout Crafts, Authors & Free Live Music
Big Walker Lookout 8711 Stoney Fork Rd, Wytheville, VA, United StatesVirginia's oldest privately owned scenic attraction, Big Walker Lookout & BW Country Store has been owned and operated by the same family for over 75 years. It features more than 25 local artisans, crafters, and musicians that demonstrate their talents each weekend from May through October. Local authors do book signings and have books for sale all summer long.
Free
Lavender Wreath Workshop at Beagle Ridge Herb Farm
Beagle Ridge Herb Farm 1934 Matney Flats Rd, Wytheville, VA, United StatesLearn to use Lavender and dried flowers to create a custom wreath for your home, or even as a special gift for that special someone. This wreath will grace your wall for many years.
$35
Spirit of America: Independence Day Celebration
Historic Smithfield 1000 Smithfield Plantation Rd, Blacksburg, VA, United StatesHelp us ring in Independence Day by spending the day at a house that saw the beginning of a new nation! Enjoy house tours, shop in our Museum Store & observe artillery displays by Giles Artillery.
At 6:00pm, gather for an Independence Day Ceremony featuring traditional excerpts from the Declaration of Independence and Frederick Douglass, followed by a rousing cannon fire salute. Enjoy flavored shaved ice and food from our vendors: Aloha Eddie's Shaved Ice and Sam's Hot Dogs, and enjoy a patriotic concert by The Blacksburg Community Band, immediately following the Independence Day Ceremony at 6:30pm.
Tickets can be purchased on site at the time of the event. $7.00/person grants site admission. Kids 5yrs and under are free.
$7
Summer Concert Series at the Blue Ridge Music Center
Blue Ridge Music Center Music Center Rd, Galax, VA, United StatesThe Blue Ridge Music Center’s Roots of American Music concerts are held most Saturdays—from Memorial Day through Labor Day—in the natural, terraced, outdoor amphitheater. Musical programming is managed and coordinated by the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, the primary nonprofit fundraising partner of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
See Art in the Heart of Banner Elk at Four Summer Shows
Banner Elk 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United StatesFour times this summer, Art on the Greene brings original artwork in a variety of media to the green at the Historic Banner Elk School. Located in the center of this small town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the shows create an idyllic setting for meeting artists, admiring their work and shopping for handmade pieces.
The two-day shows take place on the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend May 28-29; July Fourth weekend, July 2-3; the first weekend of August, Aug. 6-7; and Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-4.
Free
2022 Freedom First Festival
Elmwood Park 706 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA, United StatesFreedom First Festival Elmwood Park 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Bring the whole family to celebrate during Independence weekend at our Freedom First Festival from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. in Elmwood Park. This FREE Festival will have inflatables, a rock wall, cornhole tournament, lawn games and more! Hang out in the beer garden or […]
Big Walker Lookout Crafts, Authors & Free Live Music
Big Walker Lookout 8711 Stoney Fork Rd, Wytheville, VA, United StatesVirginia's oldest privately owned scenic attraction, Big Walker Lookout & BW Country Store has been owned and operated by the same family for over 75 years. It features more than 25 local artisans, crafters, and musicians that demonstrate their talents each weekend from May through October. Local authors do book signings and have books for sale all summer long.
Free
Oyster Sundays at 12 Ridges Vineyard
12 Ridges Vineyard 24981 Blue Ridge Parkway, Vesuvius, VA, United StatesWelcome to 12 Ridges Vineyard, a uniquely Virginian, high-altitude vineyard, tasting room, and residence club located at Mile 25 along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Relax in the mountains with delicious wine, gorgeous views, and delectable oysters! Chef Troy will be serving oysters each Sundayt afternoon as well as other delicious food (menu changes weekly).