Destination Bedford

Saturday Story Time
2019-09-07 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Saturday Story Time @ Bedford Central Library
Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for a new program filled with fun stories, songs, crafts and more! For children ages 0-5.

Truck and Tractor Pull
2019-09-07 18:00 - 21:00
The Annual Truck & Tractor Pull presented by Dragon Motorsport and Co-hosted with WWPTV. In partnership with Goode Volunteer Rescue Squad will be held 9/7/19 at 6PM (Sims Farm in Forest, VA on 460W 1/2 mile before Owens Market)
Classes will include:
6200 National Sportsman FWD
8000 Pro Stock Diesel FWD
7800 Light Pro Stock
Monster Trucks
8050 RWB Street Diesels
Street Semi Trucks
Parking is free. Bleachers are on site for seating. Vehicles are NOT permitted on the spectator side–no exceptions. There will be concessions and a beer garden on site for purchasing–with sale proceeds going to GVRS and Challenged Sports Exchange. Cash Only. $15/per person; kids 5 and under are FREE
***NO COOLERS!!! No Refund once you have paid to enter the event.***

Saturday evenings at the Peaks
2019-09-07 18:30 - 21:30, 2019-09-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Acoustic music and entertainment from this award winning duo, Route 2. Fiddle and guitar. Celtic, Appalachian Old-time, Blues, original Americana and even some Nederlandse muziek.

Stargazing at Poplar Forest
2019-09-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Poplar Forest as they bring back this unique and family friendly event! Dr. Neal Sumerlin, former Director of the Belk Astronomical Observatory at the Claytor Nature Study Center at Lynchburg College (now University of Lynchburg) leads the charge in discovering Jefferson’s love of astronomy and our own look at the stars in the night sky!
The evening begins with a short presentation about Jefferson and his fascination with astronomy. Attendees will then move out to the South Lawn of Jefferson’s retreat home to look at the stars. If the weather cooperates, this is what we’re hoping to see:

Venus in a crescent phase
Jupiter with its four largest moons visible until one disappears behind the planet around 9 pm
First quarter moon, a little less than half illuminated
Saturn with its rings tilted for great visibility, and its largest moon Titan
Mars not long after its closest approach to Earth in several years

Admission is $10 for ages 12+, children ages 11 and under are free; members are free. Tickets will be available online or by calling the Museum Shop at (434) 534-8120.

The Savannah Sipping Society
2019-09-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2019-09-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2019-09-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2019-09-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2019-09-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Little Town Players, 931 Ashland Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
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Bedford Awakening
2019-09-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-10 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Bedford Presbyterian Church, 105 West Main St., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
RICK ASTLE, Evangelist will lead four nights; the theme will be New Life Spiritual Awakening.
For more information: https://www.bedfordpresbyva.org/175th-celebration.html
FREE ADMISSION

Bedford Farmer's Market
2019-09-13 08:00 - 13:00, 2019-09-20 08:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This Farmers Market is managed by Farmers, that provides: Viable economic outlets for Bedford County farmers, food producers, artists and craftsmen. Local access to farm fresh products. Come enjoy a fun time and healthy eating!

Ballroom Dancing
2019-09-13 19:00 - 22:30 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Each month is a unique Ballroom dance lesson with dress theme. Lessons start with the basics for beginners and end with a few challenging steps for the seasoned dancers.

Music starts at 7PM with a lesson 7:30-8:30 & dancing 8:30-10:30
$12 per person ($10 for USA Dance members or $5 for students with ID)
Sponsored by USA Dance www.usadance6042.org

Forest Farmers Market
2019-09-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2019-09-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Virginia Grown Produce, meats, honey, flowers along with breads for locals to enjoy. The market is open the last week in April until the last week in Oct. Please come and enjoy the local food from our area.

Olde Liberty Fiber Festival
2019-09-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Bedford Breakfast Lions Club Field, 1577 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
Stay tuned for more information…

Touch-A-Truck
2019-09-14 10:00 - 15:00
Purchase your tickets here 👉 http://bit.ly/2TomeNm
Central Virginia Home Builders Association Presents
Touch-A-Truck Lynchburg 2019!!!
Saturday September 14th 10am-3pm – Sims Farm on 460 W
Family Friendly – Charitable Event supporting Local Charities
Entry Donation of $5 per person (under 2 free)
2019’s Local Children’s Charity Recipients are:
The Clair Parker Foundation
Lynchburg Area Boys & Girls Club
* please see our posts for more information *

Ricky & the Banjo Mites
2019-09-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come have a “bluegrass experience” with the Ricky & the Banjo Mites at the Beale’s Brewery in Bedford VA. Great food, great beer, and we promise you some great music!

Arts & More Auction
2019-09-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Roanoke-Skyline-Night-2016
The Bedford Community Christmas Station presents our 4th annual fundraising Arts & More Auction on Saturday, Sept. 14 2019 from 7pm-10pm at English Meadows Elks Home Campus, 931 Ashland Ave. Bedford. Light hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Tickets are $15 in advance & $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at BCCS on Tuesdays & Wednesdays between 10am-4pm and 1st Saturday’s of July, Aug. & Sept. between 9am-1pm. 510 Blue Ridge Ave. in Bedford or at the Bedford Welcome Center, open daily. This event consists of a live auction, silent auction, door prizes & raffle. We offer a wide variety in style & price points of local art, goods and services. 100% of the proceeds will be used for our 2019 Christmas Selection eXpress program which serves screened low-income Bedford County families with children, senior citizens and disabled adults with a fun Christmas shopping spree at BCCS where they select new merchandise for themselves & their families in a fun & dignified atmosphere.

Long Strange Night on the Mountain III
2019-09-14 19:00 - 23:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery, 1218 Elmos Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
What started as the winery’s 21st birthday party in 2017 continues on, and is now an annual trip into a Long Strange Night. Join us jammin’ to some funky beats at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Spend the night, ’cause DUI’s are expensive.
Food,Craft Vendors and of course, lots of Wine!
Gates open at 5:30pm. Show starts at 7:00pm.
Bring your own blankets, chairs, or even couches! What ever you want to sit on for the show. Grab a camping ticket while they last and stay the night with us.
GA Tickets Advanced $10 At the Gate $12
Primitive Camping Space Advanced $10 At the Gate $12
Primitive RV or Camper Space Advanced $30 At the Gate $40
Kids are welcome! Ages 10 and up requires GA ticket
**Ages 9 and Under Free**
Rain or Shine Event.
No outside alcohol please, per ABC regulations.

U.S. Air Force 72nd Birthday
2019-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In honor of the U.S. Air Force’s birthday, all active duty or veteran Air Force members receive free admission to the Memorial.

Open Mic!
2019-09-19 19:00 - 21:00
Open Mic in the beautiful Braaten Gallery of the Bower Center in Bedford, every 3rd Thursday of the month, from 7-9 pm.

Wild Goose Imaginarium
2019-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Goose Creek Studio Gallery, 302 Court Street, Bedford, VA, United States
The Wild Goose Imaginarium at Centerfest will be a place for people and organizations creating a generous spirit in the community through works of the imagination that connect, communicate, unify, spur dialogue, create empathy, generate energy, and foster change and growth.

CENTERFEST
2019-09-21 10:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Bedford
Centerfest is one of the largest community festivals in the Mid-Atlantic featuring Crafters from across the country, live music, non profits & Businesses.
There’s a fun twist that will be happening on the main stage during Centerfest this year! Not only will L&H Acoustic and Rare Form be performing, they will also have the FINAL BATTLE of the summer concert series, Battle of the Bands, played during this time! FREE ADMISSION!

Fall Festival Opening Weekend
2019-09-21 10:00 - 19:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Join us for our 16th Annual Fall Festival, Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch. Special $10 admission on Opening Weekend! Layman Family Farm will open for the 2019 Fall Season on Saturday, September 21st and continue every Sat 10am-7pm and Sun 11pm-7pm through November 12th. Enjoy our beautiful countryside with a 360° view of the Blue Ridge Mountains while making memories with your family and friends! Our general admission includes the 8-acre SUPER HERO corn maze, hayride around the farm to the pumpkin patch, the areas ONLY Jumping Pillow, Farm animals, 30 foot underground tunnel slide, plus many more fun activities on the farm! Our signature pulled-pork BBQ, Angus Beef burgers, Corn dogs, kettle corn, fresh squeezed lemonade and apple-cider slushies! Our Country Store is loaded with delicious salsas, jams, jellies & preserves, hot sauces, salad dressings, homemade Fudge, plus many other items and farm souvenir’s.

POW MIA Ceremony
2019-09-21 11:00 - 12:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In this moving ceremony, the National D-Day Memorial pays special tribute to those who are Missing in Action or who endured a Prisoner of War experience.
The highlight of 2019’s ceremony will be a variety of speakers who will read the names of over 200 Virginians who are still listed as Missing in Action from the Korea and Vietnam War.
The event will also include a special Missing Man ceremony presented by Rolling Thunder Chapter 4 from Lynchburg, wreath laying, and music by Rick Dellinger.
ADMISSION IS FREE UNTIL NOON.
Guests are asked to bring their own chairs.
No coolers or pets, except for service animals.
For more information, call (800) 351-DDAY.
