Destination Bedford

12th Annual Edna Curry/John Bower Exhibition
2026-03-17 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-18 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-19 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-20 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-21 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-24 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-25 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-26 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Named to honor the Center’s primary benefactors, whose generous contributions have made the Bower Center possible, this exhibit annually brings in diverse collections of 150+ artworks by 50+ artists including paintings, mixed media, photography, sculpture, and more. Much of the artwork is for sale and awaiting its new home in yours.
Dr. Bower’s love for the Bedford community and desire for an inclusive art center inspired this unique judged exhibit, accepting all artist entries and offering a platform for all who wish to participate. This exhibit proves each year to be varied and exciting for all ages.
Gallery admission is free.

Music Bingo
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
This is where the fun of bingo meets the excitement of your favorite tunes! Each round features hit songs across various genres, and you’ll mark your card to the beat. Win the coveted Music Bingo chain, gift cards, and of course, ultimate bragging rights! It’s a lively and unique way to enjoy great music, compete with friends, and score awesome prizes. Don’t miss the fun!

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2026-03-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music. For more information and to see who is playing each week, click here. Food by Bunker 42 Bar Bites will also be available for purchase!

The Hairy Roubaix
2026-03-21 08:30 - 12:00 | The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd, Thaxton, 24174, United States
Join Cardinal Bicycle and Bedford County Parks and Rec for a day of great riding to support a great cause–the Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter! This is not a race—just a fun supported ride. There will be options for all riders—from beginners who want to try gravel, to advanced riders looking for a challenge. E-Bikes welcomed!
The Venue:
Peaks Retreat and Adventure Center has direct access to the best gravel in Bedford County. They are not usually open to the public, so this is a prime opportunity to explore Bedford County Gravel from this starting point.
There will be indoor registration and post-ride lunch–a cozy spot to warm up or cool off!

Clear here to register and for more information.

Easter Bunny Photos with Bedford Humane Society
2026-03-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Tractor Supply, 1128 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Easter Bunny Photos at Tractor Supply – Bedford, VA
Hop on over for Easter Bunny photos hosted by the Bedford Humane Society (BHS)! Bring your kids, bring your pets — everyone is welcome!
$15 per photo session • You’ll leave with one printed photo the same day • An edited digital copy will be sent to you after the event
Saturday, March 21st 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tractor Supply Co. – Bedford, VA 1128 E Lynchburg Salem Turnpike Bedford, VA 24523
All proceeds benefit the Bedford Humane Society
Stop by for a fun Easter memory while supporting local animals in need. No reservations required — just hop in!
All animals and children welcome!

Children's Nature Festival
2026-03-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Claytor Nature Center, 1844 Woods Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This free event offers a full day of fun, learning, and hands-on activities for all ages. Scheduled events include live music by Sara Ernst in the Husted Pavilion from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Children’s Yoga with Kathy Graham at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m., and a guided visit to the vernal pool with a Master Naturalist at 12:30 p.m. Throughout the day, guests can participate in a variety of engaging activities, including planting a majestic chestnut tree with the Virginia Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation, exploring astronomy with the Cloverlea Foundation, and enjoying imaginative nature play in “Otter Space” with the Friends of the Blue Ridge Peaks of Otter Chapter.
Visitors can also scatter wildflower seeds with Little Otter Flower Farm to support local pollinators, meet native animal ambassadors from the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center, learn about amphibians with the Central Virginia Master Naturalists, create nature-inspired art with the Bedford Central Library, discover what hikers carry on the Appalachian Trail with the Natural Bridge AT Club, and paint floral masterpieces with the Bower Center. Food will be available for purchase, including lunch and sweet treats from The Raven Wood Fired Pizza and Nothing Bundt Cakes.

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2026-03-21 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-28 13:00 - 17:00 | Harvest Moon Marketplace, 14917 Moneta Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come see live music at Harvest Moon Marketplace! Click here to see who is playing this weekend!

Enjoy beer, wine, meads, ciders, and non-alcoholic drinks, along with delicious food and great shopping at the Marketplace. Free admission and free music!

Brent Vernon & Sam in Concert
2026-03-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Presbyterian Church, 105 West Main St., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join Bedford Presbyterian Church for a great family event, Brent Vernon and Sam in concert.
Brent is a talented Christian singer and songwriter and… ventriloquist with his partner Sam. Brent travels the country performing at churches nationwide.

Admission is free.

Live Music at New London Ruritan Club
2026-03-21 19:00 - 22:00 | New London Ruritan, 12411 East Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
This is a family friendly community dance with live entertainers!! $10/adult, doors open at 6:30pm, music 7-10pm. Please bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Supported by Ruritan volunteers. Click here to see who is playing each week.

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Beacon Seafood Pub at The Virginia Dare Marina, 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come to Beacon Seafood Pub located at the Virginia Dare Marina at Smith Mountain Lake, and enjoy great food, drinks and live music! Click here to see who is playing each week!

Jefferson's Curiosities
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
About the Series: Thomas Jefferson was a man of many varied interests. Join us at Jefferson’s “best dwelling house in the state” as we delve into topics he found particularly fascinating from travel to culinary, leadership to religion. Each talk in the series includes a wine and cheese reception following the presentation.
Tickets are $25/each or $100 for all five Curiosities Series talks
2026 Jefferson’s Curiosities Series Events:

Jefferson’s Travel through the Germanies (Travis McDonald): February 19, 2026 6:30 p.m.

What Made Jefferson a Great Leader? (Dr. John Ragosta): March 26, 2026 6:30 p.m.
Jefferson and Trist’s Wild Mississippi Scheme (Karen Chase): May 7, 2026 6:30 p.m.
Jefferson’s Curiosities: Hearth Cooking (Rachel Deddens): June 11, 2026 6:30 p.m.
Jefferson & Religion (Nathan Taylor): September 24, 2026 6:30 p.m.

Avenel Easter Egg Hunt
2026-03-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Historic Avenel for egg hunting fun!
This egg hunt is for children 10 and under.

Virginia Flower Festival
2026-03-28 10:00 - 18:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Over 200,000 tulips are waiting for you at Layman Family Farm!
Come out and enjoy stunning views of vibrant tulip blooms, one of a kind photo ops, baby animals, festival foods, live music, tons of attractions, Easter activities (select dates) and more!

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Egg Hunt at Falling Creek Park
2026-03-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join Bedford County Parks and Recreation at Falling Creek Park for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Pictures with the Easter Bunny and crafts are from 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. Egg Hunt starts promptly at 11:30 a.m.

Celtic Festival & Highland Games
2026-03-28 11:00 - 18:00 | Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, 24526, United States
Come to the Sedalia Center and enjoy a day filled with Highland athletics, pipes & drums, whisky tasting, pub fare & pub drinks, Highland dancers & Celtic music , sheepdog herding exhibition and a Parade of Clans. Live music by The Fighting Jamesons, Star City Ceili Band, Kinnfolk and Thistlewood.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Fables & Feathers
2026-03-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Hippity Hoppity, it’s time for the annual Easter Egg Hunt in the vineyard!
Bring the whole family out! The hunt will start at 2:00- bring a basket and your rain boots, it might be muddy. The egg hunting is for children (and it’s free), but they have plenty of fun for the adults too.
Trev Hicks will be playing saxophone from 2-5.
The Hot Dog Girl will be grilling up tasty dogs starting at 1:00.
Mr. & Mrs. Easter Bunny will be hopping by for photos too!

Big Band of the Blue Ridge
2026-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Join the Bower Center for the Arts for an evening of Big Band Jazz! The Big Band of the Blue Ridge is a sixteen-piece big band based in Bedford, Virginia, dedicated to the performance of classic and contemporary big band jazz. The BBBR was originally founded as the University of Lynchburg Community Big Band in 2014 by Dr. Chris Magee. Following the closure of the UL Music Department in 2025, the band regrouped as the Big Band of the Blue Ridge and found a new home at The Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford. Dr. Magee continues as director and lead trumpet, and the band’s membership is drawn from the best jazz musicians in the region.
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