Forest Farmers Market
2026-07-18 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy locally grown produce, meats, honey, flowers along with breads and local artisan goodies. You can also find breakfast sandwiches and a coffee truck most weeks. The market is open the last week in April until the last week in October every Saturday behind the Forest Library.

Lakeside Local
2026-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Halesford Center, 16483 Moneta Rd., Moneta, United States
Boutique-style farmers market experience celebrating retail, art, and wellness at the heart of SML! A destination for both locals and visitors, offering a thoughtfully curated mix of vibrant local talent and a meaningful space for connection and gathering!

Peaks and Pieces Quilt Guild show
2026-07-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-20 09:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-21 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-22 09:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-23 09:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-24 09:00 - 18:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This free event showcases Peaks and Pieces Quilt Guild members’ quilts with entries from modern art pieces to wearable quilts to large bed quilts. Winners in each category, as well as Best in Show, are decided by Viewer’s Choice. The show is open during usual library hours, MWF 9-6, TTh 9-8, and Saturday 10-6.

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition
2026-07-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-22 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-23 13:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-24 13:00 - 18:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000.
The National D-Day Memorial is proud to bring The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz to the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, Virginia. The traveling exhibition, curated by the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California, U.S.A., explores Schulz’s personal history and his role as the sole inspiration and artistic talent behind the most successful comic strip in history.
Gallery admission is free.

Live Music at Harvest Moon
2026-07-18 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-19 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
2026-07-18 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-19 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.

Sunshine Daydream Festival
2026-07-18 14:00 - 20:00 | Mitchell’s Point Marina, 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Come enjoy the 3rd Annual Sunshine Dream Festival! Vendors will be selling clothing, tie dyes, jewelry, and on their Grateful Dead inspired mini shakedown street. Mitchell’s Restaurant & Pizzeria and Captain Scoop Hand Dipped Ice Cream will be open for the duration.
Music Starts at 2PM
Plenty of Parking – 3553 Trading Post Rd. Huddleston, Va 24104
Come by boat and anchor in the cove
Lawn tickets are $10 – All Proceeds benefit Semper Fi & America’s Fund. Bring your blankets and chairs.

Murder Mystery at Ramulose Ridge Vineyards
2026-07-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Ramulose Ridge Vineyards, 3061 Hendricks Store Rd, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Join Jump into Mystery on Saturday 7/18/26 at 3pm for a pirate themed whodunnit at Ramulose Ridge Vineyards in Moneta, VA. This will be an interactive murder mystery event, where you will play a character, solve clues, and interrogate all of the suspects. The theme of this murder mystery is: Murder on the High Seas.
You will laugh, talk, and drink. In the end you will decide who committed the crime using your detective skills. Tickets are available at the early bird price of 30 per person through 5/24/26 and will then be 35 per person. Tickets do not include food or alcohol. Ramulose Ridge Vineyards will have locally sourced pizza, charcuterie and wine for sale.
You are welcome to bring your own food into the venue. This event will be indoors, in the tasting room. Everyone will get their character role at the event. Everyone in your group will need a separate ticket to attend and tickets are non-refundable. This is an adults only event and will last from 3pm until 6pm. Please arrive between 2:30pm and 2:45pm to check in and grab a beverage, as the game will start at 3pm.
Click here for tickets.

Live Music @ Mitchell's
2026-07-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Mitchell’s Resturant & Pizzeria, 3553 Trading Post Rd, Huddleston, VA, 24104, United States
Enjoy live music, great food and the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake all in one place! Click here to see who is playing each week.

Concert at the Bower Center
2026-07-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to the Bower Center to see Virginia Hollow live!
$20 in advance/$25 at the door.
Click here to purchase tickets and for more information on the band!

Live Music @ Beacon Seafood Pub
2026-07-19 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!

Moneta Farmer's Market
2026-07-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Moneta Farmer’s Market, 13641 Moneta Road, Moneta, VA, 24121
The Moneta Farmer’s Market is open Wednesdays 9am to 12pm next to the Moneta Library. The market is producer only – fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, eggs (duck and chicken), bread, jams, jellies, and features local artisans.

Music Bingo at Beale's
2026-07-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Beale’s in downtown Bedford for music bingo! Enjoy great food, beverages and a chance to show off your knowledge!
1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners take home Beale’s gift certificates!

Gross’ Orchard Wagon Rides
2026-07-23 10:30 - 12:30 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Gross Orchard this summer every Thursday, starting on June 4th for free wagon rides. Come explore the beauty and the history of this 5 generation orchard.
Tours will run from 10:45-11:30 and 11:45-12:30.

Live Music at Portside
2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Portside Grill and Bar, 3619 Airport Rd., Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Come to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing!

Music Bingo
2026-07-23 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!

Trivia at Beale's
2026-07-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Beale’s in downtown Bedford for trivia! Enjoy great food, beverages and a chance to show off your knowledge!
1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners take home Beale’s gift certificates!

Live Music at Benjamin’s
2026-07-24 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.
