Destination Bedford

Forest Farmers Market
2017-07-08 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-07-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-07-22 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-07-29 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-08-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-08-12 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-08-19 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-08-26 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | 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.

13th annual “Horse and Hound” Wine Festival
2017-07-08 11:00 - 18:00 | VA
Enjoy wine from some of Virginia’s finest wineries while listening to good music and visiting art, craft and food vendors. Virginia’s most unique wine festival has numerous events throughout the day with horses and dogs as the primary attractions such as the Parade of Horses, lure course and muskrat racing. Families will enjoy this festival because it appeals to both young and old and we have a Kiddie Korral. The event takes place on the spacious and gracious grounds of Johnson’s Orchards & Peaks of Otter Winery 2122 Sheep Creek Rd, Bedford Va 24523 with spectacular Blue Ridge mountain views. 11am-6pm
Lure Coursing
There will be a demonstration of Lure Coursing given by Laura Cormier. Lure coursing is a humane sport which recreates the chase of the hare by the pursuing hound. The “bunny” consists of strips of white plastic attached to a continuous loop line that runs through a series of pulleys to simulate the zigzag path of a rabbit on the run
Muskrat Races
This event uses the Jack Russell Terrier’s highly developed prey drive to swim through water in pursuit of an artificial lure.
Dogs of all shapes and sizes are invited to swim across the pond in pursuit of an artificial lure. There will be three divisions of competition: small, medium, and large dogs. The winner in each division will receive a trophy
Parade of Horses
Provided and directed by Reba Farm Inn and Saddle Soar Equitainment.
The Horse parade will continue to be a crowd pleaser with a wide variety of horses to be exhibited. In addition there will be new and exciting events such as: featured wild horses from the herd on the outer banks, N.C. and a Chincoteague pony from Virginia’s Assateague Island.
Kiddie Korral
Supervised activities for children simulating rodeo games and quiet games as well throughout the day. Supervision by the staff and volunteers of Brook Hill Farm Rehabilitation and Rescue
Part of the proceeds will benefit 501-3c organizations that benefit horses and dogs. 11am-6pm

Beale's Limited Release: Peach Wheat Ale
2017-07-08 12:00 - 22:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join us for our first limited edition release featuring the Peach Wheat Ale. This beer was brewed from peaches found on the trees of Gross Orchard in the hills of Bedford County.
We will only be selling this in our taproom (no growler fills because of the limited supply) and we expect to kick the kegs by the end of the weekend. Black Collar takes the stage from 5 to 8 p.m.
To celebrate we’ll have peach-glazed BBQ ribs and peach hand pies.
Gross Orchard will be on site selling peaches.
More about the Peach Wheat Ale: 4.8% ABV, 20 IBUs, conditioned on 350 lbs of Bedford County peaches. It’s sweet with a dry, clean finish, and slightly hazy.

I Draw Slow Concert
2017-07-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join the Friends of the Bedford Public Library on Friday, July 14, at 7:30 p.m. as they host in concert, I Draw Slow, from Dublin, Ireland. The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public, with a ticket price of $15.00 per person; collected at the door or purchased in advance through http://www.lynchburgtickets.com/ Seating is limited. For more information, call 540-586-8911, or visit www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org. Join us and bring a friend or two!
I Draw Slow hits #1 on the Irish Independent Charts with their new release Turn Your Face to the Sun!
Check out this video of “Valentine” featuring Aidan Gillen from the 2014 Release, White Wave Chapel, with over 50,000 views. —>>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16kHhHK5OKc&feature=youtu.be
Dublin, Ireland’s I Draw Slow has already won the adoration of fans in their home country and North America by combining American folk and Irish storytelling traditions with close-harmony vocals, intriguing instrumentation and compelling subject matter. And on their debut with Compass Records, Turn Your Face to the Sun, released April 21, 2017, the band adds even more depth to their sound and songwriting, capturing I Draw Slow at their best — when they’re all together, separated only by air.
The band first drew attention beyond Ireland’s shores with their 2011 release, Redhills. Fueled by a prominent Spotify playlist placement and a video suggesting both 1890s bordello and 1920s speakeasy, the song “Goldmine” became the album’s breakout track. Their follow-up album, 2014’s White Wave Chapel, reached No. 2 on Ireland’s iTunes chart, driven in part by the video for “Valentine,” which featured Game of Thrones star Aidan Gillen.
In the meantime, they established themselves as festival standouts, appearing at MerleFest, Pickathon, Wintergrass, RockyGrass, Grey Fox, Red Wing, Edmonton Folk Fest and High Sierra Music Festival to name a few. They’ve also appeared on many radio shows, including the syndicated “Mountain Stage.”
“…it seems a matter of time before I Draw Slow will dominate the global folk scene.” – Peter McGuire, Huffington Post UK
“For an all-acoustic group, I Draw Slow sure do have a fully realized sound. May we recommend ‘Valentine,’ ‘Grand Hotel,’ and ‘Don’t She Run.'” – The Bluegrass Situation
“It’s as gritty as it is beautiful.” – CMT Edge

Ken and Brad Kolodner – Old Time Music
2017-07-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Relaxing
Join the Friends of the Bedford Public Library on Friday, July 28, at 7:30 p.m. as they host in concert Ken and Brad Kolodner from Baltimore, Maryland.
The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public, with a ticket price of $15.00 per person; collected at the door or purchased in advance through http://www.lynchburgtickets.com/.
Seating is limited. For more information, call 540-586-8911, or visit www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org.
Regarded as one of the most influential hammered dulcimer players and old-time fiddlers in the US, Baltimore’s Ken Kolodner has joined forces with his son Brad Kolodner, a rising star in the claw hammer banjo world to perform tight and musical arrangements of original and traditional old-time music with a “creative curiosity that lets all listeners know that a passion for traditional music yet thrives in every generation.” The dynamic father-son duo pushes the boundaries of the Appalachian tradition by infusing their own brand of driving, innovative, tasteful and unique interpretations of traditional and original fiddle tunes.“ The musicianship on this album is absolutely incredible. Ken Kolodner is, in my estimation, the finest, most able, and diverse hammered dulcimer player anywhere…Brad Kolodner is simply one of the best of the new generation of Old Time melodic Claw hammer banjo players…join us and bring a friend or two!

A Midsummer Night's Shindig at Sedalia
2017-07-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, 24526, United States
Come join the fun with friends and family as we celebrate midsummer with Sam Austin and Silverline.
We will have concessions open featuring our famous Sedalia Burger and other tasty treats!
Bring your own chair and relax under our covered pavilion or under the stars on our spacious lawn!
We have a playground for children, nature trails to explore, and fresh country air…all included in your ticket price – $10 person / $15/couple! Gates open at 6pm.
Campers are welcome! $10
($30 with electrical hook-up)
No pets. No coolers.

Electric Company Art Gallery ~ Lisa Floyd
2017-08-01 - 2017-08-31 | ElectricCoArt, 207 East Depot Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Lisa was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, after a short time in the Fine Arts program at San Jose State; she chose to make her living in Commercial Art, receiving her degree at a private Art School. She began her career in 1979 at the age of 15 and it has served her well all her life. She and her husband Dale of 28 years, have a daughter Julia (26), and a son Jesse (24), who were home schooled and they have worked as a family all over the United States. Both their children are have been doing it all for their living as well!
For 38 years, Lisa has created literally thousands of works in all sizes, styles, mediums, and subjects of canvas art, murals, faux finishes, signs, and much, much more! They now call Smith Mountain Lake their home since 2004.
Lisa is most passionate about how her artwork touches lives & transforms spaces, ministering to the soul, making that emotional connection – which is the subject of this solo show! “Art Evokes Emotion” and these pieces truly will. Hope you can come see them in person!
The Electric Company Art Gallery on 207 E. Depot St. in Bedford is happy to present her work for the month of August.
Please come by, 2nd Friday, August 11th and come join us in the emotion that art evokes!
Open reception: 5 PM to 8 PM.
You may also view and contact Lisa works at: www.facebook.com/FloydsArtworks or give her a call at: 1-336-757-6719

Bedford Farmers Market
2017-08-02 15:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Farmers Market, Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Bedford Farmers Market provides our community with the freshest, locally grown and produced goods from farmers, producers, and craft vendors.
For more information visit our website or find us on Facebook.

Sedalia Fest
2017-08-12 17:00 - 23:00 | The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, United States
Ashley McBryde Headlines SedaliaFest

Ashley McBryde has opened for big names in country music like: Chris Stapleton, Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Jr and she often joins Eric Church on stage.
But her time as a support act is coming to an end; Ashley is currently working with super producer Jay Joyce (Church, Brothers Osborne) on her upcoming album; Joyce is the go-to Nashville guy when artists want a more guitar-driven edge.
SedaliaFest offers a great opportunity for country music fans in our area to see Ashley McBryde in a small, intimate venue before she explodes into superstardom next year as a headline artist.

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Gates open to the general admission ticket holders at 5pm. VIP Ticket and Reserved Ticket holders, gates open at 4pm.

August Charity: Back To School: All guests are encouraged to bring a back to school item to be donated to the local elementary school

August Theme: Farmers Appreciation Day

Farmers get in for $8 plus receive a free vendor table in Farmer’s Market
Harvest Days Farmer’s Market: Get to know the local farmers
Antique Tractor Display
New Farm Equipment/Tractors/Gators/Mowers… Display
Antique Hit and Miss Engine Display
Stickers and Tee Shirts with Farm Slogan for sale like: “When You Gripe About A Farmer… Don’t Do It With Your Mouth Full” — Picture of Tractor on two lane road
Information in programs about safety etiquette when following, passing or approaching farm vehicles on the road
Farmer Recognition Award: Recognize a local farmer for lifetime achievement and the farming community in general for raising $30K in disaster relief for the Midwest farmers devastated by spring fires that burned over 1 million acres.

Farmer Appreciation Day – Farmer Discounted Ticket
Farmers are welcome to arrive early and set up in the complimentary Summer Harvest Farmers Market. To reserve your place email: director@sedaliacenter.org or call (434) 299-5080. ​

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Ticket Pricing:
​Tickets available at www.lynchburgtickets.com, by calling The Sedalia Center: (434) 299-5080 or at the gate.

VIP: $75 Meet and Greet with Headline Artist (Includes Pic Opportunity)

30 available (Not including Sponsors meet and greets)
Reserved Parking
Early Admission
Reserved Seating in Front Rows of Pavilion with Headline Artist Stage
Dinner: Low Country Boil

Gold Reserved Ticket: $45

100 available
Reserved Parking
Early Admission
Reserved Seating in Pavilion with Headline Artist Stage
Dinner: Low Country Seafood Boil​

General Admission: $15

Bring chairs, blankets to sit on the lawn
Food Truck or Concession Dinner – guest pays

Local 24526/24523 General Admission Ticket Price: $12

Bring chairs, blankets to sit on the lawn
Food Truck or Concession Dinner – guest pays

Farmer General Admission Price: $8

Early Admission to set up Farmer’s Market Table and dinner

Overlanders' Hangout
2017-08-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Blue Ridge Overland Gear, 126 South Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come join us with Mountain State Overland for the Overlanders’ Hangout on Friday, August 25th, at our location of 126 S. Bridge St, Bedford, VA from 6-8pm. Afterwards, we will grab a beer at Beale’s Brewery locally. We have free camping available very close by for those looking to stay overnight. Come join the fun!
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Sedalia Center ~ Country Fair & Gathering
2017-09-02 10:00 - 16:00 | The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, United States
The Country Fair & Gathering is a celebration of many aspects of rural life–the work and the challenges as well as the rewards. The Fair and Gathering is always a work in progress, and The Sedalia Center encourages people who enjoy the outdoors to contribute their ideas and energy to shape the event.

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2nd Fridays at The Electric Company Art Gallery
2017-09-08 17:00 - 20:00 | ElectricCoArt, 207 East Depot Street, Bedford, VA, United States
The Electric Company Art Gallery, at 207 E. Depot St. in Bedford would like to invite our community to a tour of our gallery and gift shop on 2nd Friday, September 8th from 5 to 8 PM. We are always open Wednesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 5 PM.
This month’s theme is “Bringing Light to the World of Art” and our celebration would be greatly enriched by your participation. Our artists will exhibit some of their best works!
Come rain or shine we would like you to come by to view the many arts and crafts we have on display. We will be offering a reception, as well.
Beyond creating an enjoyable place for residents to relax and visit with friends and families, we see this event as a very positive way to celebrate the community art and spirit of Bedford County and our appreciation for the artists, and consignees of our facility who have given so much to making The Electric Company what it is today.
We hope you can join us for this fun activity.

Touch-A-Truck Event
2017-09-09 10:00 - 15:00 | VA
The 4th annual Lynchburg Touch A Truck is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 9 benefitting CASA of Central Virginia and Brookhill Farms. Presented by the Home Builders of Central Virginia, Touch-A-Truck is a family-friendly event that offers children a hands-on opportunity to explore the large trucks and machines that children see but never get to touch. The more than 65 vehicles on display will include everything from construction trucks and tractors, to police, fire and rescue emergency response vehicles, to tractor trailers, cranes, lift trucks, utility and speciality trucks and even a car-crushing monster truck and monster truck show. Children gets to touch, get inside and let their imaginations run wild as they sit in the driver’s seat. (A supervising helper will be at each vehicle explaining and assisting the children.)
The event also features face painters, bounce houses, food trucks, food vendors and much more. The mission for Touch-A-Truck has always been to bring a very affordable, fun family event to the community that gives back to local non-profits. Once you purchase your tickets, the only additional costs is $5 if you want to take a monster truck ride and food should you visit the food vendors – all other activities are inclusive!
Kids Keepsake Construction Hats to first – 1,000 children.
Admission is $5 per person (under 2 free) and a family ticket is $20 (up to six people).
Tickets are available online for purchase now which allows you to avoid admission ticket lines at the event.
For more information, visit our facebook event page.

Bedford's Finest Fare
2017-09-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 10, 2017 from 5:00 – 9:00 PM and come enjoy a wonderful evening of great food, beverages, and entertainment at Bower Center for the Arts.
The 4th Annual Bedford’s Finest Fare will celebrate Bedford’s vibrant food, beverages, music, and art! Local chefs will offer a sampling of mouth-watering gourmet appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
Local restaurants participating in the 4th Annual Bedford Finest Fare are Benjamins, Millstone Tea Room, Happy Coffee, Town Kitchen & Provisions, and many more!
Brand new in Bedford is Beale’s Brewery and they will be serving their craft beer all evening!
Live music will be provided by The Tommy Cox Band and HOPPIE VAUGHAN and The Ministers of Soul.
Returning this year is the Artisan Villiage, sponsored by Goose Creek Studio.
Tickets will go on sale in August 10th
$30.00 in advance | $35.00 at the gate
Children ages 6-12 are $15.00
Children 5 and under are free
Tickets are available, in advance, at the Bedford Welcome Center, Town Kitchen & Provisions, or online at lynchburgtickets.com.

Jefferson at the Peaks
2017-09-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Discover one of Virginia’s most legendary landscapes, Sharp Top Mountain, with one of the most legendary Virginian’s – Thomas Jefferson! Through a partnership with the National Park Service and Poplar Forest, guests will join Mr. Jefferson as he provides his unique perspective on the cultural and natural histories that Sharp Top holds.
Event begins at 5:00 p.m. on the lawn with scenic Abbott Lake and Sharp Top Mountain providing the background. Guests will move inside to the Calvin Rice Room for dinner with Mr. Jefferson.
Overnight package or dinner only rate is available.
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D-Day Memorial POW/MIA Awareness Ceremony
2017-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Memorial will pay special tribute to those who are Missing In Action or who endured a Prisoner of War experience in this moving ceremony. Free admission from 10 a.m. – Noon.
Michael Dolski, PhD, Historian with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), will give the keynote address “Remembering the Sacrifice: POWs, MIAs, and the Quest to Account for the Missing.”
The agency’s mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for our missing military personnel for their families and their nation. The DPAA is based in Arlington, Virginia; with facilities at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii and Offut Air Force Base, Nebraska. The defense agency is manned jointly by more than 600 Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and civilians with specialized skills. Since the beginning of 2017, that DPAA reports its accounted for 108 missing American service members.
Click here to watch a brief video about the DPAA’s remarkable work.
Richmond WWII veteran Russell Scott will be our honored guest. As a member of the U.S. Army Air Corps, Scott was a tail gunner on a B-25 Mitchell bomber. When his plane was shot down over Italy, Scott kicked open the hatch and slid onto the tail. Feet dangling, he rolled off, pulling his parachute. Scott spent a year as a prisoner of war.

Cruise-In Bedford
2017-09-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Bedford Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join us on September 16th for our Fall Cruise-In!
All collectibles on wheels are invited to join us for free in Centertown Bedford.
There will be music in the plaza, a 50/50 raffle (last Cruise-in winner won $200!), raffle prizes, and much more! Enjoy food vendors in the parking lot behind Wells Fargo as well!
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Aoife Scott – Dublin Folk Singer/Songwriter & Band
2017-09-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Relaxing
Join the Friends of the Bedford Public Library on Friday, September 22, at 7:30 p.m. as they host in concert, Aoife Scott and her band. The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public, with a ticket price of $15.00 per person; collected at the door or purchased in advance through lynchburg tickets. Seating is limited. For more information, call 540-586-8911, or visit www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org. Join us and bring a friend or two!

Centerfest 2017
2017-09-23 10:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join us on September 23rd for Bedford Main Street’s 37th Annual Centerfest!
Spanning over 6 blocks and drawing crowds of over 10,000 it is an event for the entire family.
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