Local Events

Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville Count…

A powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs is showcased in “War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes,” now on exhibit at the Upcountry History Museum.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs hav…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

The doors of the Upcountry History Museum have now opened to the enchanting world of animation with “Beyond Halloween Land: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” an exhibition dedicated to the iconic 1993 stop-action film now deemed an “a…

Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville Count…

A powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs is showcased in “War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes,” now on exhibit at the Upcountry History Museum.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs hav…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

The doors of the Upcountry History Museum have now opened to the enchanting world of animation with “Beyond Halloween Land: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” an exhibition dedicated to the iconic 1993 stop-action film now deemed an “a…

Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville Count…

A powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs is showcased in “War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes,” now on exhibit at the Upcountry History Museum.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs hav…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

The doors of the Upcountry History Museum have now opened to the enchanting world of animation with “Beyond Halloween Land: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” an exhibition dedicated to the iconic 1993 stop-action film now deemed an “a…

Visitors can enjoy the annual Beech Mountain Christmas Parade on December 23, 2025. Beginning at Public Works, the parade will start on Beech Mountain Parkway in front of Fred’s General Store, loop behind Town Hall on Meadowview Road and go back…

Traverse the Marvel Universe through a unique experience that explores the fourth installment of the Avengers saga in “Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition,” a first-of-its-kind showcase on display at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville Count…

A powerful display of the heroism, service, and history of America’s military working dogs is showcased in “War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes,” now on exhibit at the Upcountry History Museum.

Since the American Revolution, military working dogs hav…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

The doors of the Upcountry History Museum have now opened to the enchanting world of animation with “Beyond Halloween Land: Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” an exhibition dedicated to the iconic 1993 stop-action film now deemed an “a…

Celebrate Christmas Eve with an elegant three-course prix fixe dinner featuring seasonal dishes and an optional wine pairing, accompanied by live piano music. This exclusive evening offers refined dining and festive charm in the heart of the Blue…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Aug. 8, 2025. 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters. Explore their diets, natural behaviors, and the important roles th…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Duo Delights: Festive Treats at Train Station, Shepherdstown

Experience ACMF’s beloved Duo Delights as our Winter Residency returns to the charming Shepherdstown Train Station for an early-afternoon musical treat! Enjoy a unique “round robin” …

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Bring your loved ones and celebrate the season with this joyful, family-friendly concert in the beautiful Camp Hill-Wesley United Methodist Church in Harpers Ferry.
Holiday Highlights offers something for everyone, a one-hour festive program fil…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Join us for a dazzling evening of chamber music to warm your heart this holiday season, set in the golden acoustics of historic Zion Episcopal Church in Charles Town, WV.

This heartwarming one-hour performance features pianist Ellen Hwangbo …

Celebrate in Old Town Winchester with a countdown and “apple drop” to ring in the New Year on December 31, 2025!

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Reflection, Gathering and Looking Forward

Welcome the New Year with ACMF’s festive finale, Celebration of Togetherness, hosted in the historic War Memorial Building, Charles Town.
This special New Year’s Eve program reflects on five years of …

A family-friendly celebration to ring in 2026! Hendersonville pays homage to its status as North Carolina’s Apple Capital by raising a giant apple on the plaza of the Historic Courthouse, Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

Ring in 2026 with style at The Silo Cookhouse’s New Year’s Eve Dinner, featuring a three-course prix fixe menu plus amuse, with an optional wine pairing. The perfect blend of culinary sophistication and cozy mountain ambiance, it’s an unforgettab…

Join us as we ring in the New Year at the Festhalle with the Annual Dropping of the Edelweiss Wednesday, December 31, 2025!

Come out to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and help us usher in 2026 with bang! Fireworks will begin at 8 pm on Wednesday, December 31, 2025!

Known as the “Best New Year’s Eve Show in the South,” Gatlinburg will ring in the new year with its Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration on December 31, 2025.

Celebrate the beginning of 2026 from a mile high! The New Year’s “Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge” event will provide guests with the rare opportunity to be in the park before regular operating hours and to hopefully witness a captivating sunrise …

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Winter Trails Day offers children and adults new to snow sports the chance to try snowshoeing for FREE. Discover the fun and fitness of snow sports.

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” takes visitors on a familiar yet unique journey through the time-honored holiday classic, “The Night Befor…

Join us for an afternoon of jazz at Live Music in the Orchard, Saturday, January 10, 2026!

Can you smell the smoky, salty bacon? How about the vanilla and caramel notes of bourbon? Join us for the 6th Annual Bourbon & Bacon Fest!

Join the Moms Lit Society: Books After Bedtime, a Quarterly Gathering for Moms to Relax, Connect, and Discuss Powerful Books by Women Authors

CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine is thrilled to launch Moms Lit Society: Books After Bedtime—a quarterl…

Live at Rose Center Presents: Shayla McDaniel on January 16, 2026 from 7 pm to 9 pm.
Shayla McDaniel delivers a vibrant indie pop/rock performance filled with soulful vocals, honest storytelling, and groove-driven instrumentation that resonates …

The Sandhill Crane Festival will take place January 17-18, 2026, in Birchwood, Tennessee. This is the 35th year of the festival. Celebrate the return of this migrant bird. Breathe in the fresh air. Hear its call. See its dance.

Sample more than 40 wines from around the world while you enjoy live music and expertly paired hors d’oeuvres and desserts at the Taubman Museum of Art’s Annual International Wine Festival.

JACOB SMITH: THOUGHTS & PRAYERS
January 23 – March 22, 2026
Olin Hall Galleries
Opening reception on Friday, January 23, 6 to 8 p.m.

Thoughts & Prayers is an exhibition that explores power, control, and ideology—examined through the lens …

ChocolateFest is a deliciously focused celebration of all things chocolate, featuring timed tasting sessions where guests can sample treats from the area’s best chocolatiers, bakers, and candy makers.

Greenbrier Valley Winter Scramble: A Fundraiser for the United Way of Greenbrier Valley — February 6-7, 2026, Lewisburg, West Virginia

Join us for the Sweetheart Market Saturday and Sunday, February 7-8, 2026, at Collegedale Commons!

Join us for the Big Elkin Brrrfest + Soupin’ For Shelter Benefit, featuring local and regional breweries, a Soup Off supporting our local women’s shelter, The Ark, and live music by Michael Chaney & Yards Davis.

Tickets on sale now at http://www.expl...

Big Lick Comic Con returns to Roanoke this February with two full days of comics, cosplay, celebrities, and pop culture fun! Fans of all ages can enjoy celebrity guest appearances, panels, artists, vendors, gaming, and more.

Join us for the 10th annual Shepherdstown Valentine’s Handmade Market, Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11 am to 5 pm at the War Memorial building, in beautiful historic Shepherdstown.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, & Henry Shields, February 13-21 at Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts.

An opening night recep…

Come be part of the Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off and Craft Beer Festival in Downtown Blue Ridge – a wonderful family-friendly affair! Savor the perfect blend of fiery chili, frosty ice sculptures, craft brews, and mesmerizing entertainment!

For nearly a decade, Margo Price has created a lane where independent-minded, insurgent country music can exist and thrive alongside the mainstream. Now she’s back with an exquisite, timeless album that reconnects with her roots. At its core, Har…

Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, & Henry Shields, February 13-21 at Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts.

An opening night recep…

Join us at Carter Caves State Resort Park on February 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM for a free guided hike along the scenic Raven Bridge Trail to spot and identify a variety of bird species.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance presents THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, & Henry Shields, February 13-21 at Brenau University’s Hosch Theatre, inside the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts.

An opening night recep…