Summer is ending, school is in session, and fall is almost underway in the region! Check out the links below to view events in the area that are perfect for all ages.
Lee County
Fall Festival on September 30th. Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, a flea market and more! A perfect Saturday for the whole family!
Wise County & City of Norton
Pick your own concord grapes at Mountain Rose Vineyards! All ages welcome.
Live music at the Country Cabin in Norton, VA!
Sip N Paint at Mountain Rose Vineyards
High Knob Naturalist Rally: enjoy guided hikes, presentations, and kayaking for the whole family on Sept. 24th. Register at the link below!
https://www.clinchcoalition.org/registration
Scott County
Allen Hicks Friday Night Jams
Allen Hicks Friday Night Jams
Ride a chairlift down to see 850 feet long and more than 10 stories high naturally carved tunnel! William Jennings Bryan called Natural Tunnel the “Eighth Wonder of the World”. Visit the tunnel, hike several trails in the park, and join astronomy volunteers on September 16th to view the night sky. Information and ticket info at the links below!
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/natural-tunnel
Touring the Galaxy
Dickenson County
BBQ cook off, carnival rides and more at the Dickenson County Fair from Sept. 13-17! All are welcome & family friendly!
https://dickensoncountyfair.com/schedule
See seven-time Grammy nominee Dave Eggar as he crosses through multiple genres of music while playing the cello. A must see if you are in the area! Students and children are admitted free.
https://www.proartva.org/dave-eggar-jettie-baker
Buchanan County
At Breaks Interstate Park, “the Grand Canyon of the South”, enjoy scenic overlooks, hiking, fishing, guided elk tours, rock climbing, zip lining and more! Information at the link below.
Russell County
Russell County Fair (Sept. 1-10)
http://russellcountyfair.com/events/
Volunteer Work Day at Clinch River State Park
Tazewell County
Jewel of the Clinch Bluegrass and Country Music Festival (Sept. 9) and Taste of Tazewell food festival (Sept. 23)! Information about both festivals in the link below.
https://www.tazewelltoday.org/events
Washington County
Washington County Fair (Sept. 11-16)
Trivia at Sweetbay Brewing Company, cow painting class and more!
https://visitabingdonvirginia.com/calendar
The historic Barter Theatre, Virginia’s State Theatre
Smyth County
Deana Carter at the Lincoln Theater, kayak tours at Hungry Mother State Park, and a family fishing workshop at the Marion Fish Hatchery are on the docket for Smyth county this month. All information and more events at the link below!
https://visitsmythcountyva.com/event-calendar/
Wythe County
Information on ballroom dance lessons, soap making, and a drag show at Seven Sisters Brewery are just a couple events happening this month. Explore the link below to discover more events and information.
Watch the Matrix at the Millwald Theater on September 9th! More events at the Millwald coming soon!
Bland County
Visit the link below to explore all Bland county has to offer. Check out the picturesque Dismal Falls, hike a portion of the famous Appalachian trail, or explore the history of Native Americans at the Wolf Creek Indian Village & Museum! Family fun for all ages.
Grayson County
At Grayson Highlands State Park, enjoy beautiful scenery, wild ponies, and some of the best hiking trails the state has to offer!
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/grayson-highlands
Grayson county events such as the farmer’s market dates, bingo, and concert information at the link below!
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Carrol County & City of Galax
Rex Theater: Galax’s premiere concert venue! (note: all shows are 18+ to enter)
Chestnut Creek School of the Arts. Classes taught in ceramics, watercolor, crochet and more!
Home
Wine tasting at Chapters Bookshop, live music at Creek Bottom Brewery and Distillery, bee keeping demonstration at the Galax Public Library and many more events at the link below!
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Enjoy music for the whole family at Blue Ridge Music Center! September concert lineup and information at the link below!
City of Bristol
Tucked away on the Virginia/Tennessee state line, Bristol’s Rhythm & Roots Reunion music festival is a celebration of the birthplace of country music. With over 100 artists and vendors, Rhythm & Roots has something for everyone. Check out the link below for information about tickets, parking, and this year’s lineup.
Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium 