Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
2025-10-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-17 16:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | 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!

Family Fall Fest
2025-10-11 13:00 - 19:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Family Fall Fest at Apocalypse Ale Works

Celebrate the cozy side of fall with a day made for the whole family! Swing by the taproom for crisp brews for adults, plenty of non-alcoholic options, and a festive atmosphere everyone can enjoy.
What’s happening:
• Family-friendly fall activities & yard games
• Seasonal crafts and photo ops
• Good-time tunes and autumn vibes
• Tasty bites from bunker 42 Bar Bites
Grab your sweaters, pack the stroller, and bring the crew—there’s something for everyone. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome outdoors.

Dale’s Diner Cruise In
2025-10-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Dale’s Diner
This event is every second Saturday April through October from 4-8pm.
Come see awesome local cars at this Cruise In! Also stop inside and eat some great food at Dale’s Diner!

Harvest Fest
2025-10-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Boonsboro Ruritan Club, 1499 Coffee Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Come to the Harvest Fest at Boonsboro Ruritan Club! There will be craft vendors, food vendors and more! Local author D.W. Lawhorne will be there with his Boots the Cow books and gift items, along with the Boots the Cow mascot for photo ops! Come do some early Christmas shopping!

Layman Family Farms
2025-10-12 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-17 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-18 10:00 - 18:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Come navigate your way through the 10 acre corn maze, pick the perfect pumpkins, and enjoy many activities. While exploring all the fun the farm has to offer, don’t forget to meet the furry friends that are on site! If you work up an appetite, they offer full concessions along with the fantastic Fry Shack. Come for the fun, stay for the views; there’s something for everyone at Layman Family Farms.
Hours this season will be Fridays 4pm-8pm, Saturdays 10am – 6pm, and Sundays 11am – 6pm. The last day to enjoy the farm will be November 1st!
The theme for this year’s Corn Maze is “Lost with Lainey”, after country music star Lainey Wilson, presented by The Maize Company!
Click here for tickets.

Second Sundays Market
2025-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Enjoy craft brews, vendors galore and community vibes at Apocalypse Ale Works!

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2025-10-12 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!

U.S. Navy Birthday at the D-Day Memorial
2025-10-13 10:00 - 17:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
Free admission to the National D-Day Memorial for all current members and veterans of the U.S. Navy.

Bower Center Exhbit
2025-10-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-16 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
You’re invited to the 13th Annual National Juried Exhibition! This exhibition features works from all across the country, juried and judged by artist, Veronica Jackson.
The reception and awards for this exhibition is October 24 at 5:00 p.m.
Exhibition, reception & awards event all open to the public with free admission!

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Every week there will be a wide range of categories to enjoy while also drinking your favorite beer or seltzer water!

Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship
2025-10-16 08:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-17 08:00 - 18:00 | New London Tech Disc Golf Course, 1041 Meade Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship Comes to Bedford County & Lynchburg
October 16–17, 2025 | New London Tech
October 18–19, 2025 | Ivy Hill Golf Club
The world’s best disc golfers are coming back to Bedford County and Lynchburg for the 10th Anniversary Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) Championship — the thrilling season finale of the sport’s premier professional tour.
After a season spanning 23 tournaments across 15 states and five countries, the top 52 players in the world will compete for the title of DGPT Champion and a purse of over $250,000. Fans can expect four exciting days of competition featuring elite athletes, scenic courses, and a vibrant spectator experience.
Locations:

New London Tech (Bedford County)
Ivy Hill Golf Club (Bedford County)

Spectator opportunities include:

Playing Ivy Hill before the pros on Thursday or Sunday
A dedicated spectator course at Ivy Hill (Wednesday–Sunday)
Vessi Ace Competition for fans

A separate amateur tournament with 300+ players will run alongside the Championship, The Amateur Challenge (formerly known as “Battle for Bedford”). This gives local and visiting players a chance to play on the same courses as the pros. This will be held October 17-19, and registration closes on October 14.
This major event marks the continued growth of disc golf tourism in our region, and there’s more to come! The PDGA Champions Cup returns to New London Tech in April 2026, and Bedford County & Lynchburg will host the DGPT Championship again in October 2026.
Learn more and get spectator details and tickets at the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship website.
Click here to inquire about volunteer opportunities.

Music Bingo
2025-10-16 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!

Paint the Town Pink
2025-10-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Downtown Bedford
All are invited to show their support for breast cancer awareness in Bedford’s Centertown Park! This is located at the corner of Bridge and Main Streets. Come for fellowship, refreshments, and this year’s group photo!

-Wear PINK to be in this year’s Town Photo (Around 12:15pm)
– PTTP T-shirts will be available for purchase at this year’s event with proceeds going to the MAAM fund
-Enter raffle to win gift basket (for the MAAM fund)
-Opportunity to be recognized & share your story
-Talk with Centra caregivers about prevention & detection
Decorations Contest: Local organizations are encouraged to decorate their storefront for breast cancer awareness (to paint the town PINK)!
*To participate in the contest, call Mary Kirby at 540-240-3754 ahead of time to let us know you plan to decorate. We will coordinate getting a photo of your decorations.
*To allow more time for judging, winner will be chosen and contacted the following Monday, October 20th.
*Call or text 540-240-3754 with any questions

Friday Field Days with Poplar Forest Archaeology
2025-10-17 13:30 - 15:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes every Friday at 1:30 PM through November 21 for an in-depth look into their current excavations and what they are learning about the people who lived in and around the 1857 Slave Dwelling. While the 1857 Slave Dwelling was built after Jefferson’s lifetime, it is historically important as it is the only original dwelling built for enslaved people still standing on the property. As part of the 1857 Slave Dwelling Restoration Project’s efforts to stabilize, research, and restore this structure with the community, we invite you to visit our archaeologists to see what they are finding and learning about the people who lived here.
Friday Field Days are included with regular admission which can be purchased in advance here. Admission to the property includes either a docent-guided or self-guided tour of Jefferson’s retreat home, access to exhibits in the lower level and wing of offices of the villa retreat, and outdoor exhibits throughout the property.

Mountain View Vintage Market
2025-10-17 14:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Mountain View Vintage Market, 1064 Precious Memories Lane, Bedford, VA, 24523
This will be the 9th year of celebrating vintage, handmade goods and our community at Mountain View Vintage Market! This is an upscaled vintage market with around 60 plus unique vendors/small business. They include farmhouse décor, antique, shabby chic, rustic, and refurbished vendors. As well as an array of talented handmade artisans such as sign makers, candle makers, crotchet, jewelry and much much more. There will be delicious food trucks, coffee, sweets and live music!

Oct 17th VIP 2p-6p, tickets online at www.mtviewvintagemarket.com, $15
VIP perks are
First chance shopping
First 50 in line get an amazing swag bag
Vendors have a special that evening
VIP giveaways such as a Mark Calhoun photograph, a Meanwhile back on the Farm purse etc.
Oct 18th general admission, 10a-4p, tickets at the gate, $5
Children 12 and under free

$5 tickets at the gate.

Spooky Trail Walk
2025-10-17 17:00 - 22:00 | 1244 Terrace View Rd. Goode Va 24556
This isn’t just any haunted trail… it’s the ultimate scare experience you don’t want to miss!
Dates: Oct 17–18, 24–25, 31 & Nov 1
First walk at dusk | Must be in line by 10 PM
Kids Zone opens at 5 PM
Address: 1244 Terrace View Rd, Goode, VA 24556
Tickets:
$15 online | $20 at the gate
$10 Kids Zone
+$5 Non-Scare Walk add-on
Enjoy food trucks, vendors, and a night packed with excitement!
Click here for tickets!

Bedford Farmers Market
2025-10-18 08:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bedford Farmers Market will have fresh produce, vegetables, baked goods, artisan crafts and a variety of Bedford and locally grown products! Free off-street parking. The market is open Every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th.
Click here to see which vendors will be on site each week!

Gross Orchard Apple Harvest Festival
2025-10-18 08:00 - 18:00 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy all things Fall at the Apple Harvest Festival! Wagon rides, live music, vendors, food, and of course lots of apples!
Free entry!

Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship
2025-10-18 08:00 - 18:00 | Ivy Hill Golf Club, 1148 Ivy Hill Drive, Forest, Virginia, 24551

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-10-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
The Forest Farmer’s Market is held each Saturday morning behind the Forest Public Library. The Market features farmers and artisans selling a variety of items including plants, meats, produce, soaps, lotions, coffee, baked goods and more!

Fall Festival at Glenwood
2025-10-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Glenwood Hardware & Supply, 10139 Leesville Road, Lynch Station, VA
Glenwood Hardware’s annual fall festival with Brunswick stew, pumpkin carving, pony rides and cruise-in. Also live music with Cash Unchained, full band!
Free admission.

Join Hands for the Cure Luncheon
2025-10-18 11:00 - 13:00 | 1217 Graves Harbor Trl, Huddleston
Be a part of this heartwarming gala as we come together to celebrate resilience, courage, and unity. Enjoy an inspiring luncheon and program dedicated to honoring the incredible warriors and survivors within our community.
Event will be held at Mariners Landing, Smith Mountain Lake.
Click here for tickets.
