Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2025-09-28 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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!

Apocalypse Trivia Night
2025-10-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-08 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!

Music Bingo
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-09 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!

Swing for the Cure Golf Tournament
2025-10-03 10:30 - 17:00 | Mariners Landing Resort, 1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Gather your clubs and join us fogreens! Experience the perfect mix of fun, delicious refreshments, and meaningful connections, all in support of a vital cause—raising awareness and funds for breast cancer in our community for an extraordinary day on the course!
DATE: Friday, October 3rd, 2025
LOCATION: Mariners Landing Country Club
ADDRESS: 2052 Lake Retreat Rd, Huddleston, VA 24104
TIME: 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Check-in – Practice Range – Lunch
NOON: Shotgun Start
FEES: $125 per player / $500 per team
INCLUDES: Green Fees – range balls – golf carts – aged-based tees – lunch – swag bag – non-alcoholic beverages – post game appetizers.
CHAMPIONS AWARDS CLOSEST TO THE PIN STRAIGHTEST DRIVE
EXTRAS:
Red Tee/ Mulligan Pack: $20
Raffle Tickets: 3/$10 8/$20
Show your support by wearing a PINK GOLF SHIRT during the tournament. Let’s stand together on the course in honor of breast cancer awareness.

Friday Field Days with Poplar Forest Archaeology
2025-10-03 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-10-10 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.

Layman Family Farms
2025-10-03 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-05 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-10 16:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Live Music & Food Truck at Fables & Feathers
2025-10-03 16:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-04 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 17:00 - 20:00 | 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!

First Fridays
2025-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Bedford County Gym, 1059 Turning Point Rd., Bedford, 24523, United States
Bring the whole family for First Fridays, hosted by Bedford County Parks & Rec! Due to weather, the music will be moved indoors to the County Gym. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music by Hunter Overstreet! Free admission.
Food available for purchase on site, or bring your own.

Bedford Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-11 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 Fall Festival
2025-10-04 08:00 - 18:00 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
To celebrate this beautiful month stop by Gross Orchard for music, food, apples, pumpkins and everything Fall! Ken Horne with Nitekap will be playing from 11:00-1:00, and food served up by El Cabritoes, followed up by our delicious fried apple pies! Free admission.

Forest Farmer's Market
2025-10-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-11 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
2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Rock Pike Baptist Church, 1117 Blackwater Rd., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Rock Pike Baptist Church for their 3rd annual Fall Festival! Enjoy shopping with more than 40 local vendors offering handmade items, home décor, jewelry, seasonal wreaths, and more. Scentsy, Tupperware and Pampered Chef will also be on site. Get a start on Christmas shopping! Porter House food truck will have delicious BBQ sandwiches and meal options for purchase. There will also be activities for the kids, including a bounce house and pony rides. Live music all day! You can enter to win raffle baskets as well for only $1/chance. Free admission!

Denim & Diamonds
2025-10-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Come to Denim & Diamonds on Saturday, October 4th, from 11 AM – 3 PM at Bower Center for the Arts, 305 N Bridge St., Bedford, VA.

Mothers of Veteran Suicide share their stories and raise awareness to the community
Ceremony at 1 PM – Flag folding to honor soldiers
Live music
Silent auction
The HOPE Mobile will be there
Meet the MOVS Board
Food & beverages

National Mead Day Party
2025-10-04 12:00 - 18:00 | Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
National Mead Day is this Saturday, and what better way to celebrate than with live music by Root 2 Music, delicious mead, and stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains? Enjoy a cozy bonfire with marshmallows, live music from 2–5 PM, and a variety of tasty options from the tavern menu—including kids’ meals and non-alcoholic choices. Don’t miss out on meadery merch and specialty drinks, too!
This is a free, family- and pet-friendly event.

Apoc-toberfest
2025-10-04 13:00 - 19:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Get ready for the ultimate Oktoberfest celebration—Apoc-toberfest is back! Join Apocalypse Ale Works for a full day of beer, food, and fun.
What to Expect:
A festive lineup of your favorite Apocalypse brews
Delicious eats from Bunker 42 serving up Oktoberfest-inspired bites
Themed games & activities to keep the fun rolling
Festive vibes, great company, and plenty of cheer!
Throw on your lederhosen or dirndl, grab your friends, and raise your stein!
Admission is free. Bring your thirst, your appetite, and your game face.

Halloween Ceramics Class
2025-10-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Fables & Feathers Winery, 2117 Bruno Dr., Goodview, VA, 24095
Olivia, of Fletcher Fields Ceramics, is coming back to help you glaze an adorable lighted pumpkin and a spooky witch’s cauldron mug.
$60 for all the supplies and your first glass of wine, beer, or cider.
Tickets:
https://checkout.square.site/buy/QWCVYE4RRN72HN2SPLM7LQ5L
Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours prior to event. You don’t need to print a ticket, once you sign up, you’re on the list. This event is limited to the first 20 people, so sign up soon!

Bower Center Exhbit
2025-10-09 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-10 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!

Pilates at the Meadery
2025-10-11 10:00 - 11:00 | The Meadery at Graham Ordinary, 8578 Peaks Rd, Bedford, Virginia, 24523
This is the most stunning outdoor location, the views are breathtaking, the vibes are incredible and the burn will leave you feeling recharged! You don’t need anything but you, your mat, and water!! Tickets are $10. They can take square for cards, cash app or cash but please register below because space is limited. All ages and levels welcome!
Tickets can be purchased at the door with cash or prepaid with card through this square link:
https://square.link/u/HJInx5Gr
