Virginia Flower Festival
2026-03-28 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-29 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

12th Annual Edna Curry/John Bower Exhibition
2026-03-28 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-31 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-01 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-02 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-03 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | 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.

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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Live Music at Harvest Moon
2026-03-28 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-29 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!

Live Music at Drifter's
2026-03-28 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-29 14:00 - 17:00 | Drifter’s, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, VA, 24121
Live 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.

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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Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2026-03-29 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!

Dark Skies Public Meeting
2026-03-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join a group of professors and students who are working in partnership with the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation to study the skies above the Blue Ridge Parkway. Learn about the importance of dark night skies, the role they play in forming rural identity, and the steps communities can take to preserve and protect them.

Wander & Awe Foraging Clinic
2026-03-31 18:30 - 19:30 | Bedford County Parks and Recreation, 1257 County Farm Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come learn what tasty treats and healing properties nature can provide while you explore the original grocery store, the great outdoors!
Wander: They will have a short intro into foraging safety and wildcrafting etiquette, following by a short hike where we explore what edible & medicinal plants & fungi are in season!
Awe: You will cover different resources, tools, ways to ID, look-alikes, various uses, history, and traditional practices regarding the plants & fungi. Plan on learning 10-15 different plants/Fungi each session.
Families are encouraged and all ages are welcome! You will be typically hiking less than 1 mile each session unless otherwise noted in the event discussion.
Meetings will be the LAST Tuesday of each month, Mar-Oct Sessions start at 6:30pm.
Sometimes the locations will change, click here for any updates.

Spring Market at Woods Goods
2026-04-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Woods Goods & Mercantile, 2770 W Lynchburg Salem Tpke, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
April 2–4 is blooming with charm, treasures, and just a little bit of Easter magic!
Step into Woods Goods & Mercantile and wander through freshly stocked vendor booths bursting with vintage finds, garden-inspired décor, and one-of-a-kind pieces you didn’t know you needed!
Last-minute Easter ideas? Shop sweet decor, thoughtful gifts, and table-ready treasures that will make your gathering feel extra special.
Saturday, April 4 — The amazing Brew Initiative Coffee Truck will be here serving up all the cozy, caffeinated goodness while you shop. (Because treasure hunting is better with a latte in hand.)
This month’s vibe? Think fresh blooms, soft sunshine, and that perfect blend of vintage charm + garden party whimsy.

Music Bingo
2026-04-02 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 & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
2026-04-03 16:30 - 19:30 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Come to Fables and Feathers Winery for live music, great wine and beautiful views! Some days there will also be food trucks on site. Click here to see who is playing and which food truck will be on site!

Live Music at Benjamin’s
2026-04-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Benjamin’s Restaurant, 14900 Forest Rd., Forest, 24551, United States
Come to Benjamins for great food and live music every Friday! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
2026-04-03 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!

HumanKind Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 10:30 - 13:30 | Gross Orchards, 6817 Wheats Valley Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
HumanKind Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Date: Saturday, April 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Gross Orchard (Rain or Shine!)
Hop on over for a fun-filled Easter celebration with activities for all ages! This year we will have a record breaking 20,000 easter eggs!!
Easter Egg Hunt:
Ages 0-4: 11:00 AM
Ages 5+:12:00 PM
Exciting Activities Include:
Planting Carrots – Get your hands in the dirt and grow something special!
Easter Bunny & Photos – Capture friends and family with free Easter Bunny pictures!
Painting Wooden Easter Items – Get creative with Easter-themed crafts!
Jewelry Making Table – Design your own festive accessories!
Easter Activity Sheets- From coloring to crossword puzzles there is something for everyone.
Face Painting – Fun, temporary face paint designs for kids of all ages!
Outdoor Games & Activities:
Duck Prize Game | Sidewalk Chalk | Bubbles | Hula Hoops | Jump Rope
Food Vendor On-Site – Delicious options to keep you fueled for fun!

Spring Wine Festival at Poplar Forest
2026-04-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest is hosting the second annual Thomas Jefferson Spring Wine Festival this April!
Join us for a day filled with wineries, artisans, food vendors, live music and more on Poplar Forest’s south lawn as we celebrate Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia wine. Enjoy tastings from regional wineries, shop from local artisan vendors, and enjoy food from one of our local food vendors!
General admission tickets, which include tasting and a complimentary Poplar Forest wine glass (while supplies last), are $35 in advance and $40 at the door; non-tasting tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door; children ages 6 and under, free. Note: you must purchase a tasting ticket to taste or purchase wine.
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