Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
Live Music at Drifter’s
Drifter's 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, VALive music on the water front! Enjoy the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, great food and awesome music! Click here to see who is playing each week.
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Meet Santa at Apocalypse
Apocalypse Ale Works 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, United StatesSanta Meet & Greet at Apocalypse Ale Works Santa’s swinging by the brewery! Bring the family out to Apocalypse Ale Works for a festive afternoon of holiday fun. Where: Apocalypse Ale Works When: December 13th Time: 2:00 – 5:00 PM What to expect: • Meet & greet with Santa • Take your own photos (don’t...
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center 600 Edmund St., Bedford, VirginiaThe classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. Presented by Liberty High School Performing Arts. Show is located at Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center. Friday,...
Flames of Memory
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesAs twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge Mountains, the National D-Day Memorial will once again honor the 4,427 men killed on D-Day during the annual Flames of Memory event. Arranged throughout the Memorial’s grounds, thousands of luminarias will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to...
Christmas at Smith Mountain Lake
EastLake Community Church 1201 Timberwood Lane, Moneta, VA, United StatesJoin EastLake Community Church for one of the most festive weekends of the year as we bring the joy of Christmas to Smith Mountain Lake! Guests will enjoy an evening filled with laughter, music, and family fun. What to Expect: Christmas Variety Show — Performances at 6 PM and 8 PM Food Trucks offering a...
Concert at the Bower Center
Bower Center for the Arts 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United StatesSOLD OUT! Come to the Bower Center for a Christmas Cabaret with a twist! Wynn Creasy and CW Markham lll will be putting on a show! $20 in advance/$25 at the door.
Candlelight Wine Dinner
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, United StatesStep back in time to experience the magic of Christmas past at a seated holiday dinner in Thomas Jefferson’s villa. Join Mr. Jefferson, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, to celebrate the season with a multicourse dinner with wine pairings. Following dinner Mr. Jefferson will regale his guests with stories about the holiday traditions popular...
The Christmas List
Cedar Oaks FarmComing this Christmas Season, at Cedar Oaks Farm For the first time ever, this beautiful wedding venue is opening its doors for a holiday event that’s open to the public! The Christmas List: A WWII Christmas Story Presented by the Rose Ridge Players Step back in time this December for an unforgettable, family-friendly evening filled...
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center 600 Edmund St., Bedford, VirginiaThe classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts Gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. Presented by Liberty High School Performing Arts. Show is located at Susie G. Gibson Science & Technology Center. Friday,...