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The Crooked Road - Virginia's Heritage Music Trail

The Crooked Road winds through almost 300 miles of scenic terrain in southwest Virginia, including ten counties, three cities, and ten towns. More Information
Country Music Royalty - Enjoy old time, bluegrass and country music every Saturday night at the Carter Family Fold Weekly Music event. The huge tobacco barn was turned into a music center that seats 1,000 people. Today, A.P. Carter's old general store acts as a museum. More Information
One-of-a-kind Festivals - While almost every community in Virginia hosts some kind of yearly festival, the events along the Crooked Road are uniquely musical, ranging from gospel sings to guitar competitions. But don't worry, you can still feed that funnel-cake craving. More Information
Friday Night Jamboree - The Floyd Country Store is known best for its regular Friday night concerts, featuring Bluegrass, Bluegrass Gospel and Old-Time music. The entertainment runs from 8:30 to nearly midnight. More Information
Bluegrass Legend - The Ralph Stanley Museum & Traditional Mountain Music Center includes exhibits on Dr. Stanley, the region's musical roots, and on popular successors. The facility is a resource center for students and music fans to learn more about traditional American and Appalachian music. More Information
The sounds of country music beat strong and pure in Virginia, especially in the Blue Ridge Highlands and Heart of Appalachia regions, connected by The Crooked Road — Virginia's Heritage Music Trail

Day and night, the plaintive strains of the mountain ballads and toe-tapping, old-time dance music echo across this region's sharp ridges and deep valleys.

Look for the sign along the Trail as you explore the musical soul of Virginia's country connections and experience a unique and unforgettable experience!
The Legends
legends»Crooked Road Legends are everywhere, from the Country Music Hall of Fame to the Grand Ole Opry.!
Today's Musicians
new blood»Young local musicians join their elders all along the Crooked Road, carrying on the musical traditions.
Major Venues
music stops» Visit the places that capture the musical history, the performers, and the mountain experience.
Festivals
festivals»Festivals with music as the featured attraction are the norm from early Spring through Fall.
Hidden Gems & Jams
one-night bands»More than just a listening fan? You'll find numerous spots to jump into a spontaneous jam session.
Stops & Shops
one-off»Enjoy the Crooked Road's unique shops and stops featuring traditional music,heritage and culture.
Musical Craftsmen
artisans»Great music inspires great craftsmen, and the artisans along the Crooked Road are some of the best.
Communities
get local»Learn more about the 14 towns, 10 counties, and three cities along the 253 mile long Crooked Road.

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The Crooked Road - Virginia's Heritage Music Trail

The Crooked Road winds through almost 300 miles of scenic terrain in southwest Virginia, including ten counties, three cities, and ten towns. More Information

Country Music Royalty - Enjoy old time, bluegrass and country music every Saturday night at the Carter Family Fold Weekly Music event. The huge tobacco barn was turned into a music center that seats 1,000 people. Today, A.P. Carter's old general store acts as a museum. More Information

One-of-a-kind Festivals - While almost every community in Virginia hosts some kind of yearly festival, the events along the Crooked Road are uniquely musical, ranging from gospel sings to guitar competitions. But don't worry, you can still feed that funnel-cake craving. More Information

Friday Night Jamboree - The Floyd Country Store is known best for its regular Friday night concerts, featuring Bluegrass, Bluegrass Gospel and Old-Time music. The entertainment runs from 8:30 to nearly midnight. More Information

The Legends

Today's Musicians

Major Venues

Festivals

Hidden Gems & Jams

Stops & Shops

Musical Craftsmen

Communities

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The Crooked Road - Virginia's Heritage Music Trail

The Crooked Road winds through almost 300 miles of scenic terrain in southwest Virginia, including ten counties, three cities, and ten towns. More Information

Country Music Royalty - Enjoy old time, bluegrass and country music every Saturday night at the Carter Family Fold Weekly Music event. The huge tobacco barn was turned into a music center that seats 1,000 people. Today, A.P. Carter's old general store acts as a museum. More Information

One-of-a-kind Festivals - While almost every community in Virginia hosts some kind of yearly festival, the events along the Crooked Road are uniquely musical, ranging from gospel sings to guitar competitions. But don't worry, you can still feed that funnel-cake craving. More Information

Friday Night Jamboree - The Floyd Country Store is known best for its regular Friday night concerts, featuring Bluegrass, Bluegrass Gospel and Old-Time music. The entertainment runs from 8:30 to nearly midnight. More Information

The Legends

Today's Musicians

Major Venues

Festivals

Hidden Gems & Jams

Stops & Shops

Musical Craftsmen

Communities

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