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• 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 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
• 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 Battle Reenactments
  More major Civil War battles took place in Virginia than in any other state. Witness battles, ask questions and/or participate in the camp life of soldiers and their families.   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
• Virginia Main Street Communities
  Visit these unique Main Street communities in Virginia.   Read More
• Virginia's Mountain Resorts
  Bryce, The Homestead, Massanutten and Wintergreen are Virginia's winter sports havens. Thrill-seekers take the plunge to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowmobiling, cross-country, ice skating, snowshoeing and much more!    Read More
• Cozy Virginia Cabins
  Settle in to a cozy Virginia cabin for a wonderfully serene weekend reprieve.   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
• June Winery Events
  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 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 Trail Riding
  false Northern Virginia | Shenandoah Valley | Central Virginia | Blue Ridge Highlands Southern Virginia | Heart of Appalachia       Northern Virginia Delaplane - Sky Meadows State Park offers a bridle trail for riders. Hume - Marriott Ranch offers guided trial r   Read More
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Bluegrass & Country Music
  Enjoy Bluegrass, Country and Gospel Music at annual festivals, weekly concerts and live radio shows along the Crooked Trail.   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
• 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
• 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
• Virginia Wine Month
  October is dedicated to viniferous passions. Discover your local crush.   Read More
• Holiday Winery Events
  What better time to warm up with a glass of wine than now in Virginia? Shop for the wine lover in your life and take home a few bottles for yourself. It's one-stop, slightly selfish shopping at its best. How grand!    Read More
• 10 Holiday Shopping Tips
  Make your holiday shopping experience stress-free and from the heart.   Read More
• Shenandoah National Park Fall Foliage Report
  Fall Foliage Report for Shenandoah National Park. Updated weekly throughout the fall season.   Read More
• Presidential Packages
  false   Escape the news surrounding the election of today's President with a travel package showcasing the homes and historical sites of some of Virginia's Presidents . Or, you can live like the President or escape the election talk altogether if you wish!     The Pres   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
• Shenandoah National Park
  Make your destination a journey.   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 Family Getaways
  Virginia is a kid's playground! From parks (both natural and amusement) to education (history, arts and sciences), your children will have a blast this fall as you take in the scenery along the way.   Read More
• Scenic Fall Drives
  Stroll through Virginia's scenic byways and roads less traveled for photogenic foliage opportunities, great eats, and other hidden treasures.   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
• Apple Picking
  Juicy, fresh-picked apples are hard to beat. Visit Virginia's orchards to pluck your own, or find an apple themed festival for ready-to-eat treats!   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
• July 4th in Virginia
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• 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
• Virginia Cottages
  Sweet sea-side cottages, river retreats and farm guest quarters are just what you're looking for!   Read More
• 40 or More Free Travels: Take in the Arts
  If you appreciate the arts, you'll find something easy on the eye in Virginia. Ears, too, for that matter!   University of Virginia Art Museum – Charlottesville. Art from around the world dating from ancient times to the present day is on display at the University’s fine art museum   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
• Blue Ridge Parkway
  false Meandering 469 miles from Shenandoah National Park in the northern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina, the Parkway follows the Appalachian Mountains and boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. A hundred speci   Read More
• Hiking in Virginia
  Virginia's Best Hikes as determined by Facebook and Twitter followers! Crabtree Falls New River Trail State Park High Bridge Trail State Park Virginia has great hiking, but please, don't take our word for it.   Read More
• Romance Packages Steal Hearts
  false Love is always in the air in Virginia! With more than 160 wineries , historic inns, award-winning cuisine and a famous tourism slogan built around love, it’s hard not to be seduced. Virginia’s romance travel packages are perfect getaways for people looking to woo their sweetie, reconne   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
• Getaway to the Heart of the Shenandoah Valley
  New Market Battlefield Shenandoah Caverns North Mountain Vineyards Experience the Heart of the Shenandoah Valley , clustered along a 30-mile stretch of I-81.   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
• Fall Hiking and Biking Getaways
  false Become one with Virginia's fall foliage scene as you hike and bike your way through the mountains and valleys. Biking in Lynchburg Natural Tunnel State Park Heart of Appalachia | Blue Ridge Highlands | Shenandoah Valley | Eastern Shore Hampton Roads | Central Virgi   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
• Bryce Resort
  Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains, Bryce Resort in Bayse is a 400-acre member-owned resort that is open to the public and is known throughout the mid-Atlantic region as being the most family-oriented resort in Virginia.    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
• Scots-Irish Heritage
  The Scots-Irish were Scots who settled in Northern Ireland - Ulster - after 1600. Most of them were Presbyterian farmers who had lived under oppressive English rule. They started migrating to Virginia in 1715.   Read More
• Virginia's Drive-Ins
  Retro is Today Recall those drive-in memories of yesteryear? Make some new memories with family and friends. Moonlite Drive-In in Abingdon Hull's Drive-In in Lexington Drive-in movie theaters are classic fun and becoming all too rare. Pop into one of Virginia's treasured big s   Read More
• Fly Fishing in Virginia
  If you’ve ever wondered how to cast a fly or catch that trophy trout, then you’re in luck. Fly fishing is becoming increasingly popular throughout the country and Virginia is home to some of the best fly fishing waters. If you’ve ever wondered how to cast a fly or catch that trophy trou   Read More
• Getaway to the Shenandoah National Park
  false Virginia's National Treasure. Get away to Shenandoah National Park , one of the most beautiful places in the world, with 500 miles of trails, including 100 miles of the Appalachian Trail , considered to be one of the most enjoyable sections of th   Read More
• Getaway to Historic Lexington
  false Virginia is Living History in Lexington. Downtown Lexington Lee Chapel and Museum Stonewall jackson Memorial Cemetery Stonewall Jackson House Virginia Military Institute No town in America retains the spirit of Robert E. Lee and Stonewa   Read More