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• Big Names in Concert
  Find many summer concerts to enjoy.   Read More
• Food Festivals
    Enjoy the tastes of Virginia at a food festival. Peaches, apples, pumpkins, and a few other specialties await!   Read More
• June in Virginia
  Find an event to enjoy this June in Virginia.   Read More
• Virginia Theme Parks
  Beckoning families year after year ... Busch Gardens and Kings Dominion are two of the world's most spectacular theme parks.   Read More
• Virginia Wine Festivals
  Virginia wines are flowing at a festival near you.   Read More
• Historic Virginia Homes
  false Virginia celebrates historic homes each and every year. Virginia Governor's Mansion, Richmond Abram's Delight, Winchester Dodona Manor, Leesburg Lee Hall Mansion, Newport News Shirley Plantation, Charles City Considered the “Mother of Pres   Read More
• Virginia's Historic Garden Week
  false Now in its 78th year, Virginia's Historic Garden Week showcases fine homes and gardens across the Commonwealth. Plan to literally stop and smell the roses, and perhaps even take advantage of a travel package to explore more of these special communities. Click a region on the map to   Read More
• Getaway to Jamestown
  false Aboard one of the 3 ships at Jamestown Settlement Captain John Smith looks out over the James River at Historic Jamestowne Island Dr. Bill Kelso at the Historic Jamestown Archeological Dig First Thanksgiving Reenactment at Berkeley Plantation His   Read More
• May in Virginia
   Find something fun to do this month!      Read More
• Virginia Foods
  There's a lot more to Virginia Cuisine than Peanuts!    Read More
• Civil War 150 Special Events
  2011-2015: The Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War and Emancipation   Read More
• Virginia Restaurants on TV
  Food so good TV personalities couldn't stay away. Follow their lead and dine across Virginia. Boy Meets Grill (Food Network) Host Bobby Flay demonstrates grill cooking - everything from lobsters to dessert.   Amity Halal Meat & Grocery, Fairfax | "Smoked BBQ Ribs" episode   Read More
• Beach Music Getaway
  false This Music Getaway focuses on Virginia Beach and the free music concerts presented there almost every weekend from early May through late September. Most of Virginia Beach's visitors are drawn to the 3-mile Boardwalk at the oceanfront, where numerous hotels and restaurants overl   Read More
• Family Fun in Coastal Virginia - Hampton Roads
  false Virginia's Historic Triangle - Jamestown, Yorktown and Williamsburg - and Virginia Beach have long been popular vacation spots for families. Explore these and more family-friendly offerings in the region.   Jamestown A "must see" is Historic Jamestowne , the first permanent E   Read More
• Memorial Day Events
  Jump-start summer with a hero-honoring weekend. Be sure to see what's going on at the wineries and elsewhere as you make your plans, as this is not necessarily a comprehensive list of weekend opportunities.   Read More
• 4th of July Festivals
  Spend your Independence Day celebrating at a Virginia festival. From car shows and ice cream socials to concerts and community picnics, these events will have you singing like Lee Greenwood before the day is done!   Read More
• July in Virginia
  See what's going on around Virginia this July!   Read More
• Father's Day in Virginia
  Fulfill Dad's passion for fishing, fancy cars, good food and maybe even a glass of fine Virginia wine this Father's Day.   Read More
• May Winery Events
  Virginia's wines are best enjoyed where they're made. Visit a Virginia winery for special barrel or vertical tastings, to unwind with a glass of wine and live music, or learn more about wine and food pairings. Here's what we've got in store for you this month.   Read More
• Horse Riding Lessons
  Saddle up! Learn to ride or have your little one learn to ride.   Read More
• Virginia Arts Festival
  Incredible artists, commissioned works, extraordinary collaborations, and unforgettable performances ... it’s all waiting for you at the Annual Virginia Arts Festival.   Read More
• Virginia County Fairs
  Celebrate agricultural heritage and the rural life as you watch tractors pull, pigs race and chickens parade around at Virginia's affordable family fun spots - county fairs!   Read More
• Spring Drives
  If you're looking for beautiful spring color, take a laid-back Sunday drive down any of these popular byways for fantastic photo ops and breathtaking views. Mountain Drives Meander the 105 miles of Skyline Drive along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains starting at Front Royal   Read More
• Virginia's Beaches
  Virginia is a beach destination with beaches big and small - from the Virginia Beach oceanfront to the warm, welcoming sands of the Eastern Shore and great beaches in between, families will find the beach that's perfect for them.   Read More
• July 4th in Virginia
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• George Washington Indeed Slept Here
  false Visit the places George Washington lived as a child, a young man, and later with his wife, Martha. See the places he worked, worshipped, shopped and socialized.    Read More
• Virginia's Lakes
  Spend the day (or week!) at the lake!    Read More
• Colonial Williamsburg
  Guests of Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area explore dozens of original buildings, homes, and shops reconstructed on 301 acres - most on their original foundations. Rare animal breeds, historic trades, and lovingly restored gardens add layers of authenticity to the Colonial Williamsburg experience. Be a part of the story.   Read More
• Virginia's Heartwarming Getaways
  Reconnect with those who know you best when you plan a heartwarming getaway in Virginia   Read More
• National Scenic Byways in Virginia
  Four Scenic Byways in Virginia have been added to the National Scenic Byways list.   Read More
• Virginia's Beach Vacation Rentals
  Families flock to Virginia's waterside destinations. Plan now to reserve your vacation rental home.   Read More
• Emancipation in Virginia
  President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. The document proclaimed "all persons held as slaves ... are, and hencforward shall be free." In Virginia, the Emancipation Proclamation was first read under an oak tree in Hampton.    Read More
• Virginia's Waterparks
  Your kids will be over-the-top excited when you take them to a Virginia waterpark. Bring the camera, sunblock, and plenty of laughs for these wet and wild adventures! Tidewater/Hampton Roads | Central Virginia Northern Virginia | Blue Ridge Highlands Shenandoah Valley ^   Read More
• Out-of-This-World Vacations
  Virginia gives new meaning to an out-of-this-world vacation. Here you can try your piloting skills in an official NASA Shuttle Landing Simulator! Or, hover just above the treetops in a hot-air balloon, tandem jump from an airplane with an experienced skydiver and/or gaze into the cosmos   Read More
• Virginia's Trains
  false All Aboard! C&O Railway Heritage Center, Clifton Forge Virginia Museum of Transportation, Roanoke Bevells Hardware Store, Blackstone Central Virginia Bevells Hardware Store in Blackstone boasts a large model train decked out with realistic Christmas miniatu   Read More
• Amtrak Virginia
  Amtrak Virginia serves more than 20 Virginia destinations. Climb aboard and see what's in store.   Read More
• Winter Warm-Up Packages & Deals
  Getaway this winter to luxury accommodations, fantastic snow sports havens and more.   Read More
• Handmade Holidays
  Start and finish your holiday gift buying on Virginia's Main Streets. Choose from locally crafted goods, as well as specialty gifts. Bazaars and craft shows are also excellent shopping opportunities.   Read More
• 100 Miles of Lights
  You have seen no light show like Virginia's 100 Miles of Lights. Travel from Richmond to Hampton Roads to see fantastic displays worthy of "oohs" and "ahhs!"   Read More
• Thanksgiving in Virginia
  false The very first Thanksgiving occurred in Virginia. Celebrate and give thanks in original fashion. Virginia Thanksgiving Festival Virginia Thanksgiving Festival Virginia Thanksgiving Festival   Join in the festivities at the Virginia Thanksgiving Festival hosted   Read More
• Holiday Travel Packages
  Coming to Virginia to spend time with family over the holidays? Or vacationing in Virginia as a holiday getaway? Either way, we've got you covered with some awesome travel packages and deals.    Read More
• Virginia Wine Month
  October is dedicated to viniferous passions. Discover your local crush.   Read More
• Ice Skating in Virginia
  Start a new winter tradition. Lace up your skates and get glidin'.   Read More
• 10 Holiday Shopping Tips
  Make your holiday shopping experience stress-free and from the heart.   Read More
• Fall Music Festivals
  false   Shenandoah Valley | Blue Ridge Highlands Chesapeake Bay | Central Virginia Eastern Shore | Hampton Roads Northern Virginia | Heart of Appalachia | Southern Virginia       Shenandoah Valley Staunton - Aug. 25 - Summer Blues & Brews Festival - Th   Read More
• Virginia's Fall Festivals
  false   Shenandoah Valley | Blue Ridge Highlands Chesapeake Bay | Central Virginia Eastern Shore | Hampton Roads Northern Virginia | Heart of Appalachia | Southern Virginia       Shenandoah Valley Salem - Sept. 8 - Olde Salem Days - Featuring over 400 craf   Read More
• Virginia College Sports
  From the mountains to the shores ... Virginia’s colleges feature some of the finest athletes in the nation participating in a variety of sports.   Read More
• Regional Oyster Flavors
  Use this regional flavor guide for Virginia Aquaculture Oysters to choose just the right oyster for the occasion.   Read More
• Virginia's Beaches
  Virginia has a variety of beaches, and all cater to family fun!   Read More
• Romantic Fall Getaways
  Escape, just the two of you, to Virginia's fall splendor. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, local arts and music, wine, and sweet downtown communities.   Read More
• Fall Wine Getaways
  For wine lovers, fall is the perfect time for a long weekend because it's harvest season! Savor the best of Virginia's wine during Wine Month in October, or anytime throughout autumn.   Read More
• Fall Travel Deals
  Fall is a beautiful travel season in Virginia. Make your getaway affordable with a package or deal.   Read More
• Virginia's Ghostly Haunts
  false Virginia ranks at the top of the Haunted Places list from the National Register of Haunted Locations, with nearly 170 spooky sites claiming paranormal happenings! Hollywood Cemetery Gadsby's Tavern Fort Monroe Historic Kenmore In addition to the haunte   Read More
• Virginia Welcome Centers
  Welcome to Virginia! You have made your travel plans using Virginia.org but surely you have overlooked a key "must" to be experienced along your journey. The fix? Make the nearest Virginia Welcome Center your first-stop destination!   Read More
• Hot Springs & Spas
  Take to the waters of Virginia's relaxing hot springs and spas.   Read More
• 40 or More Free Travels: Something Completely Different
  Take a walk off the beaten path to appreciate lesser-known fun spots like a potato chip factory and star-gazing!   Read More
• 40 or More Free Travels: Inspiring Drives
  These scenic and inspiring drive suggestions are just the tip of the iceberg!   Read More
• 40 or More Free Travels: History Lives Here
  Virginia's rich history includes more than the Civil War. The fight for equality in education was waged in Farmville, air and space is chronicled in Dulles, and Virginia's coal mining heritage is displayed daily in Big Stone Gap. Discover something new in Virginia's diverse history.   Read More
• 40 or More Free Travels: The Great Outdoors
  Jump in with both feet! Virginia's outdoors beckon couples and families to splurge on fun for free.   Read More
• Roller Coaster Mania
  They climb. They loop, They corkscrew. They plunge underwater. They erupt! They are Virgina's rockin' and rollin' roller coasters.   Read More
• The Civil War in Virginia - A Timeline
  More major Civil War battles were fought in Virginia than in any other state.   Read More
• Geocaching and Letterboxing
  Geocaching and Letterboxing in Virginia are the ultimate treasure hunt and can add excitement and fun to your driving, camping and hiking experiences.   Read More
• Virginia State Park Cabins, Cottages, Lodges & Yurt
  false Touted as "America's Best," Virginia State Parks invite you to more than just a day visit. Book a cabin, cottage, or yurt! As a general rule, Virginia State Park cabins are available for weekly rental only from   Read More
• Virginia Tree Farms
  false Make a family memory when you go on the hunt for the pefect Christmas tree in Virginia. Shenandoah Valley | Blue Ridge Highlands | Hampton Roads Northern Virginia | Central Virginia       Shenandoah Valley Luray - Take your pick from six vari   Read More
• Cold Mountain Filmed in Virginia
  Virginia is proud to have been chosen for filming of "Cold Mountain," the feature film version of Charles Frazier's best-selling Civil War novel of the same name.   Read More
• Civil War in Virginia
  Virginia saw more major Civil War battles than any other state, and was both the beginning and the end of the War. Visit the one-time Capitol of the Confederacy in Richmond, and also the Last Capitol of the Confederacy" - Sutherlin Mansion in Danville.   Read More
• Last Minute Summer Deals
  false Mountain Lake Hotel, Pembroke Holladay House B&B, Orange It's not too late to spend a weekend in the mountains, enjoy a family dinner, have a couples retreat, or do a little dancing. The following are examples of ways to end the summer in Virginia on a wonderful note and   Read More
• Getaway to Virginia Beach
  For families who enjoy the quiet, natural side of Virginia Beach , this getaway is for you! Bask in the sun, play in the surf, and soak up all the richness of the natural beauty around you.   Read More
• Getaway to Newport News
  false You will Love Virginia! Re-capture that first blush of true love as you indulge your senses and rejuvenate your soul on a special trip for "just the two of you" in the heart of Virginia's Hampton Roads region. Explore the history of the sea at the world-renowned Mariners' Museum , w   Read More
• Hampton Roads Driving Tour
  Explore American Military history on this driving tour of the Hampton Roads region of Virginia.   Read More
• Bicycling in Virginia - The Virginia Capital Trail
  false The Virginia Capital Trail is a unique bicycle and pedestrian route linking the first settlement in Jamestown, the Colonial Capital in Williamsburg, and Virginia's modern seat of government in Richmond. When complete, the 54-mile-long shared-use trail will highlight the rich historic,   Read More