This May 19 through 22, the city of Bedford, VA is having their first-ever Pride weekend. Located in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Bedford is known for its rural beauty and main street charm. It’s also home to truly unique experiences like exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, touring Thomas…
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Catch brilliant fireworks displays, pay tribute to America’s history at special exhibits, and enjoy many of the time-honored traditions of Independence Day at these Fourth 4th of July celebrations, held throughout the Commonwealth this year. CENTRAL VIRGINIA Fireworks at The Diamond, Richmond…
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While there are countless music genres in existence today, nearly all of these musical genres owe at least some credit to the musical heritage of the Appalachian Mountains of Southwest Virginia, referred to as “Appalachian Music”. Many people may only think of Bluegrass when they think of…
Read MoreWith Earth Day on April 22 and Arbor Day April 29, April is viewed as the official “Earth month” in Virginia, but you can support green practices in Virginia’s tourism industry all year long by learning more about the Virginia Green Travel program. Virginia Green helps tourism businesses make…
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Sunday, September 15th through Tuesday, October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month across the U.S. September 15 of every year is the initial day for the national celebration as it is the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and…
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Spring has arrived in Virginia, bringing blossoming flowers, fresh local fare, and lots of exciting events to keep you busy. Welcome spring in Virginia this April with a few of these festivals and seasonal celebrations. The Daffodil Festival—Gloucester When: April 1-2, 2023 Since 1987, the…
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Fall is an exciting time to visit Virginia. From farms transformed into playgrounds with apple picking, corn mazes, and hay rides to festivals and fall foliage, there is something for kids and kids at heart. Whatever you choose, Virginia’s scenic roadways will show off the striking natural beauty…
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A time machine would be handy, wouldn't it? Especially when it comes to the careers of legendary musicians, because only a select few fans get to see those first gigs that act as stepping stones toward stardom. While time travel remains out of reach, there's good news: The options for exploring the…
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Whether you enjoy a heartwarming song or a heart-racing outdoor adventure, your options in Virginia are nearly endless. In fact, you don't have to choose between the two. The following festivals, venues, and pairings show how you can get your adrenaline pumping in the Old Dominion via live music…
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There are a few activities that really say fall to us; picking out the perfect pumpkin at a local pumpkin patch, cozying up in a thick blanket on a hay ride through the fields, planning a scenic drive to get a peek at some of Virginia’s famous fall foliage, and of course, taking on the challenge of…
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