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LOCAL EVENTS
January -
December 2008
and don't forget....
October through May is prime trout stocking season for the
Montebello/Three Sisters area. Call 1-434-525-FISH for the
latest stocking information
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Always Open... Our Neighborhood Resort: "Wintergreen."
Just 30 minutes north on the Blue Ridge Parkway from Three Sisters Cabin |
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Skiing (downhill and x-country),
tubing and snowboarding, available on 24 slopes, including a terrain park
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Winter Garden Spa (Aquatics & Fitness Center), with whirlpools, hot tubs,
massage and spa treatments, cosmetology services, and a fully equipped
fitness facility
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Nationally acclaimed tennis facilities and academy, three deco-turf indoor
courts
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Family and Children's Activities, including craft workshops and great winter
activities
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Wintergreen Performing Arts presents
a variety of musical performances that dazzle and delight audiences
seeking a touch of culture in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Call: 434-325-2100
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5 full service restaurants, both on
and at the foot of Wintergreen Mountain
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January 7 |
Blue Ridge
Double-Cross-Wintergreen's Terrain Park is the site for this exciting ski
and snowboard race, sponsored by Freestyle. For information, call the Ski
Information Center at 434-325-2100. |
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January 13 |
- Lee Jackson Day in Lexington,
Virginia-10 a.m. Memorial service dedicated to General 'Stonewall Jackson'
at his grave site in the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery.
- 11 a.m. Following the conclusion of the Jackson service, a parade of
heritage groups, re-enactors, and attendees will leave the cemetery marching
down Main Street to Virginia Military Institute.
- 12 p.m. Memorial service honoring the 200th birthday of Robert E. Lee at Lee
Chapel.
- 1 p.m. Luncheon at Hampton Inn Col Alto (Tickets Required).
- 7 p.m. Robert E. Lee Ball at Hampton Inn Col Alto (Tickets Required).
- Tickets may be ordered via mail (send check or money order to):
- Lee-Jackson Day, PO Box 466, Lexington, Virginia 24450.
For further information please contact
sbcamp1296@adelphia.net |
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January 13 |
Wine and Cheese Pairing at
Wintergreen Winery. Guided presentation of cheese of the world paired with
Wintergreen’s wines. Limited space available for this popular after hours
event. Reservations are necessary. 6 -9 p.m. Fee. 434-361-2519. |
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January 16 |
Emerson String Quartet - Lenfest
Center, Washington & Lee University, 8 p.m. ($) 540-458-8000. |
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January 19 |
VMI Cadet Review Parade - VMI parade
grounds, 4:35 p.m. |
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January 22, 23 |
Special Olympics Virginia Alpine
Skiing Championships at Wintergreen Resort - Nearly 100 Virginia athletes
with intellectual disabilities will compete for the gold at the 2007 Special
Olympics Virginia Alpine Skiing Championships. The two-day competition,
consists of time trials on the first day and the final competition on the
second day. The opening ceremony kicks off the races on Monday and concludes
with a dinner and dance. |
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January 25-28 |
Stonewall Country Horse
Show-Virginia Horse Center, 540-258-2537 or 540-464-2950 http://www.horsecenter.org |
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February 1 |
Live
Music with Steve Hoke & Dave Eakin - 7:30-9:30pm. Patisserie Cafe
in Lexington. 540-462-6000. Donations welcome! |
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February 1 |
Music & Dance with
Grassroots & Freddie Thacker -
7:30pm. Clark’s Ole Time Music Center, Raphine. 540-377-2490 |
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February 8-11 |
 Stonewall Country Horse
Show-Virginia Horse Center - 540-258-2537 or 540-464-2950. |
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February 15 |
VMI Cadet Review Parade in Lexington - 4:35pm. VMI parade grounds. |
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February 16, 17 |
Lone Star Championship Rodeo ($)-Virginia Horse Center,
8pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-463-3066 ($)
Full sanctioned rodeo featuring bull riding, bareback and saddlebronc
riding, team-roping, calf-roping, steer wrestling, cowgirls' barrel racing
and breakaway roping. |
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February 29 |
VMI Cadet Review Parade in Lexington - 4:35pm. VMI parade grounds. |
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February 29 |
Live
Music with Steve Hoke and Dave Eakin - 7:30-9:30pm. Patisserie
Cafe. 540-462-6000. No cover, but donations appreciated. |
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March 1, 2 |
 Shenandoah
Valley Shootout - Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950
Come experience gun smoke and the thunder of hooves in this cowboy mounted
shooting event |
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March 2, 3 |
Julliard String Quartet-Lenfest
Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m. 540-458-8000. |
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March 3 |
Mardi Gras at Wintergreen Resort
Wintergreen Adaptive Ski -
Enjoy a masquerade ball, a Cajun dinner, slope side Dixieland music,
costumed snow tubing races, the crowning of the King and Queen, and
synchronized skiing. This annual celebration is the major fundraiser for
purchasing and repairing adaptive ski equipment, instructor training and
overall administration of the Wintergreen Adaptive Ski program. For more
information and tickets, contact Wintergreen Adaptive Ski at 434-325-2007 or
visit www.skiwas.org. |
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March 11 |
Old Time
Music Jam - 6pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950. Free!
Mountain music jam session honoring our mountain heritage. Musicians welcome
to play and audience encouraged to dance and sing along. Concessions
available. |
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March 10, 11 |
Celebrate the New Year Open House
at DelFosse Vineyards and Winery. Come and join us for the open house at the
winery, enjoy live music, food and award winning wines. 11-5 p.m. Fee.
434-263-6100. |
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March 10 |
Wintergreen's Winter Carnival - known
for its great ski terrain and astounding Blue Ridge beauty, is giving
visitors another reason to celebrate winter. The event includes music, food,
slope side games and fun competitions. For festival information, contact
Wintergreen Activities at 434-325-8180. |
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March 10 |
100th Fancy Dress Ball-Washington
and Lee University. |
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March 15 |
Chi Omega
Chili Cook-Off - 1-3:30pm. Doremus Gym, W&L. 513-477-3345 ($) |
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March 17 |
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at Hill
Top Berry Farm & Winery. Join the Allen Sisters at the winery for an evening
of Irish fun and entertainment. Dine on Salmon and Mead, a drink enjoyed by
the Irish for centuries. 7–10 p.m. Fee. 434-361-1266. |
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March 17, 18 & 24, 25 |
Spring Open House at Afton Mountain
Vineyards. Come and taste our new white wine releases. Enjoy complimentary
soup with your tasting. 10-6 p.m. 540-456-8667 |
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March 18 |
Freestyle Rail Jam -Wintergreen's
Terrain Park is the site for this thrilling competition on the rails,
sponsored by Freestyle. Boarders and skiers welcome. For information, call
the Ski Information Center at 434-325-2100. |
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March 23 |
Easter
Sunrise Service under the Natural Bridge - 7am. under the Natural
Bridge. 540-291-2569
An annual tradition for more than 50 years presented by the Natural Bridge
Baptist Church. |
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March 25, 26 |
 The
World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions - Virginia Horse Center.
540-464-2950 ($)
Harkening back to time when the horse was a symbol of grace and majesty, the
Lipizzaner Stallions are truly a great experience to be enjoyed by the
entire family. One does not need to be a horse lover to enjoy "The
Equestrian Treat of the Century"! |
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March 27 |
 Marvin
Hamlisch - 8pm. Lenfest Center, Washington and Lee University. Box
Office: 540-458-8000
Having won nearly every entertainment award there is, Hamlisch's
groundbreaking and Tony award winning A Chorus Line also won a
Pulitzer Prize. Hamlisch will perform a set of his own music, but he will
also get "intimate" with the audience in a segment called "rent a composer"
where the audience will suggest song topics. |
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March 30, April 1 |
Spring Arabian Classic Horse
Show-Virginia Horse Center, 281-513-5745 or 540-464-2950. |
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March 31, April 1 |
Wicked Huge Park Party - Celebrate
the end of a great snow sports season at Wintergreen's third annual Wicked
Huge Park Party. For information, call the Ski Information Center at
434-325-2100. |
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April 7, 8 |
Barrel Tasting at DelFosse
Vineyards & Winery. Come join us for a barrel tasting in the winery before
the bottling of our new wine. 11–5 p.m. Fee. 434-263-6100. |
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April 8 |
Old Time
Music Jam - 6pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950. Free!
Mountain music jam session honoring our mountain heritage. Musicians welcome
to play and audience encouraged to dance and sing along. Concessions
available. |
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April 7 |
Walton’s Mountain Museum Spring
Festival - Celebrating “company town” life and family-values through history,
music and food.
10 am– 4 pm 434-831-2000. |
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April 12 |
 2nd Annual
Lexington Scots Irish Heritage Festival - 9am. Parade from Lexington
Presbyterian Church to W&L University. 10am-6pm. Festival at Washington &
Lee University. 540-464-6545
Come celebrate the heritage of the Scots Irish settlers! Sample haggis,
listen to live bagpipe music, participate in a caber toss or browse
traditional crafts offered by vendors. There will be something to excite
everyone |
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April 13, 20, 27 |
Friday Evenings at DelFosse
Vineyards and Winery - You are invited to enjoy, every other Friday evening
on the deck and patio of our log cabin, sample great foods prepared by
renowned chefs, taste our award winning wines, and listen music, while
enjoying the scenic views of our terraced vineyards. This is a perfect
occasion to enjoy a leisurely Friday evening. Each event features different
food styles and different chefs. Through December 7. Fee includes music,
food, wine tasting and one glass of wine. Discount on wine purchased that
evening. Fee. 434-263-6100. |
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April 14 |
Piney River Triathlon in Nelson
County - Run 1.6 miles alongside the beautiful Piney River. Paddle 1 mile on
the Piney River’s Class I – II rapids. Bike 2.5 mile - ¾ miles up Old Rose
Mill Road alongside the Piney River and 1.75 miles up the Blue Ridge Railway
Trail. Food will be available. Sponsored by the Nelson County Parks and
Recreation. Registration 9:30-11 a.m. Fee. 434-263-7130. |
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April 14, 15 |
Spring Retreat to Hill Top Berry
Farm & Winery - Enjoy mountain views, singing birds and spring blossoms, rain
or shine from our beautiful pavilion. Bring a picnic. Sample wine paired
with food. Saturday 11-5 p.m.; Sunday 1–5 p.m.434-361-1266. |
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April 21, 22 |
Folk Festival at Pharsalia, a
Historical Home in Nelson County - Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the
formation of Nelson County. This special event will showcase the historic
home and lands of Pharsalia, built in the early 1800s, an absolute treasure
of Nelson County. The event will showcase costumed hosts to present food,
beverage and music along with merchants and transportation of the time.
Costume characters to be portrayed at the event will be Robert Rose, Thomas
Nelson, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry and others for an enjoyable day in
the nineteenth century. Enjoy wine tasting with the Nelson County wineries.
Fee. 434-361-1055. |
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April 24-29 |
Tour of Virginia-Bicycling race
through Virginia will begin at Rockbridge County's own Natural Bridge. |
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April 26 |
 Virginia
Historic Garden Club Tour - “America’s largest open house” enters
its 75th year! Tour the beautiful homes of Lexington, rain or shine, as part
of the Historic Garden Week in Virginia, the oldest and largest statewide
house and garden tour event in the nation. Tours benefit the restoration of
important historic grounds and gardens throughout the state. Each event
offers an engaging variety of five to six local houses and gardens, most
open to the public for the first time. Wear comfortable walking shoes!
Tickets will be available |
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April 27 |
Rockbridge Vineyard presents "Uncorked and Unplugged" - 2-5pm.
Relax on our deck with live acoustic music while sampling award winning
Rockbridge wines. No charge. |
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April 27 - 29 |
Spring Trail Ride at Fleetwood
Community Center. Trail ride for horse and rider on a variety of terrain on
self-guided trails, trailer tie up/camping available and meals provided. Fee
includes 1 1/2 days riding, camping and 5 meals. Advance reservation
required. 434-277-8402. |
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April 28 |
Anniversary Celebration at
Wintergreen Winery. Toast the winery's lucky 14th anniversary with live
music, wine and gourmet food sampling, wine/gift shop specials and door
prizes. Picnic food and scenic riverside picnic area available. 10-6 p.m.
Fee. 434-361-2519. |
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April 28 |
Historic Garden Day Tour in
Lexington http://www.vagardenweek.org/ |
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May 2, 3 |
2008
Bluegrass Jam - Glen Maury Park. |
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May 5 |
Zerbini
Family Circus - 5pm and 7:30pm. Glen Maury Park, Buena Vista. |
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May 5 |
Downriver Canoe & Kayak Race in
Nelson County. This race is for both novices and national champions. It’s a
beautiful 8 mile run through Class I to Class II+ rapids on the Tye River’s
cool, clear mountain water. Registration includes picnic after race.
Paddlers are encouraged to bring a veggie dish or dessert. 9:30-3:30 p.m.
Fee. 434-277-8023. |
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May 5 |
Cinco de Mayo at Hill Top Berry
Farm & Winery. Come celebrate freedom and liberty with a Mexican Flare.
Spanish music, Mexican food and our famous Pear Sangria will make a festive
evening. 7-10 p.m. Fee includes logo glass, live entertainment and nachos.
Mexican dinner additional charge. 434-361-1266. |
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May 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Nelson County Farmers Market
features locally produced farm and craft products from surrounding area.
Located under the tent at the entrance to Stoney Creek, in Nellysford every
Saturday through September. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. 434-244-2399 voice mail for
vendors. |
May 12
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Cardinal Point Winery’s Concert
Series. Live music at winery from 4-8 p.m. Proceeds benefit a local charity.
Fee includes wine glass and tasting. 540-456-8400. |
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May 12 |
May Day Mead Tasting at Hill Top
Berry Farm & Winery. Taste and learn about the worlds oldest alcoholic
beverage, Mead. Enjoy a tasting tour of the middle ages featuring Cyser,
Pyments and Melomels, along with entertainment. 11–5 p.m. Fee. 434-361-1266
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May 16-19 |
Bonnie Blue National Horse Show at
the Virginia Horse Center http://www.horsecenter.org/. |
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May 18-20 |
Spring Wildflower Symposium at the
Wintergreen Nature Foundation. In early spring before the trees are full,
the hillsides are warmed by the sun and the wildflowers are in full bloom.
Join the Foundation for a weekend devoted to wildflower walks, gardening and
celebrating spring. Fee. 434-325-7451. |
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May 26, 27 |
28th Fiesta de Primavera at
Mountain Cove Winery. The oldest single winery festival in Virginia.
Celebrate the release of new wines, with live music, good food and great
tours. No pets, please. 11-5 p.m. Fee. 434-263-5392. |
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May 27 |
Music Fest 2007-Theater at Lime
Kiln. 540-463-7088. |
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May 27 |
Sundays on the Deck at the
Rockbridge Vineyard. |
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June 10 |
Old Time
Music Jam - 6pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950. Free!
Mountain music jam session honoring our mountain heritage. Musicians welcome
to play and audience encouraged to dance and sing along. Concessions
available. |
June 14-16
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14th Annual Maury River Fiddler's
Convention, Glen Maury Park,800-555-8845, http://www.glenmaurypark.com/ |
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June 19-21 |
 15th
Annual Maury River Fiddler's Convention - Glen Maury Park, Buena
Vista. 800-555-8845 |
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June 19-23 |
Shenandoah
Arabian Classic I & II - Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950
United States Equestrian Federation "A" rated Arabian and half-Arabian horse
show featuring sport horse, trail, halter, hunt seat, sidesaddle, stock
seat, saddle seat, liberty, English, western, costume, and dressage
competition |
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June 24 & 25, |
Nelson County Summer Festival-A
showcase of Nelson County wines and culture for residents and visitors
alike. Activities include music, agricultural displays and demonstrations,
children's area, wine tasting, microbrew beer, and a variety of food and
craft vendors. Admission Charge. Wine Tasting and tours of the Mansion and
Grounds are available for an additional fee. No Reservation Required. For
further information please visit www.nelsoncountysummerfestival.com |
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June 29 |
Rockbridge Vineyard - "Uncorked and Unplugged" - 2-5pm. Relax
on our deck with live acoustic music while sampling award winning Rockbridge |
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July 2-4 |
 12th
Annual BB&T July 4th Balloon Rally - VMI Parade Grounds. info@sunriserotarylexva.org
Hot air balloon flights, tethered balloon rides, a balloon glow, children's
activities, live music, great food and a fantastic FIREWORKS display! |
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July 8, 9 |
House Mountain Horse Show - Virginia Horse Center.
540-464-2950 |
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July 8 |
Old Time
Music Jam
6pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950. Free! - Mountain music jam session
honoring our mountain heritage. Musicians welcome to play and audience
encouraged to dance and sing along. Concessions available. |
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July 11-13 |
Dressage at Lexington - Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950 |
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July 12 |
Rockbridge Vineyard - "Summer Breeze Fete" - 12-6pm. Local
musicians, cool breezes, cool times, and cool wine. Delicious food available
for purchase. $5 includes wine tasting and souvenir glass |
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July 15 - 20 |
Rockbridge
Regional Fair - Virginia Horse Center. 540-463-6263 |
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July 22 |
Robin & Linda Williams-Theater at
Lime Kiln, 540-463-7088 |
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July 24 - 27 |
US Pony
Clubs National Championships East - Virginia Horse Center.
540-464-2950 |
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August 4 |
Blackberry Harvest Festival at Hill
Top Berry Farm & Winery. Family festivities including live music, crafts and
blackberry picking. The Allen Sisters invite you to come enjoy our
hospitality. 9–5 p.m. Fee. 434-361-1266. |
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August 7 -10 |
US Pony
Clubs National Championships East - Virginia Horse Center.
540-464-2950 |
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August 4, 18 |
Winemaker’s Wine Dinner Series at
DelFosse Vineyards & Winery. Every other Saturday, ending December 8. Enjoy
a 5 course dinner featuring local chefs and award winning wines and live
music. Fee. 434-263-6100. |
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August 5-7 |
 Rockbridge
Mountain Music & Dance Festival
Glen Maury Park, Buena Vista. 540-463-5214 / 540-291-2414 |
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August 11 |
Concert Series at Cardinal Point
Vineyard & Winery. Live music at the winery from 4-8 p.m. Proceeds benefit a
local charity. Fee. 540-456-8400. |
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August 11 |
Starry Nights at Veritas Winery.
Bring your picnic fare, blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes, join us for an
evening of pure merriment. Watch the sun go down and the stars come out.
7-11 p.m. Fee. 540-456-8000 . |
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August 11, 25 |
Nocturne Concert series at DelFosse
Vineyards & Winery. Join us every other Saturday night through November 17
for our evening concert series. Bring a picnic or reserve a table. Fee.
434-263-6100 |
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August 17-19 |
Pick Your Own Gala Apples at Dickie
Brothers Orchard. Come to the mountains and pick your own apples just in
time for back to school. 8–5 p.m. 434-277-5516. |
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September 2 |
Montebello Community Market Day.
This annual fund raiser featuring regional artists & crafts made from
natural & recycled materials, bake sale, flea market and live music.
Benefits Montebello Fire and Rescue. 11-5 p.m. 540-377-5754. |
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September 6 |
Rockbridge Wine Festival - Theater at Lime Kiln - 540-463-5375 - This
annual wine festival sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce is held on the
grounds of Theater at Lime Kiln, a unique outdoor venue built into the ruins
of a 19th century lime kiln and quarry. Come and sip wines from various
Virginia wineries while enjoying live music and relaxing amid the beautiful
surroundings. |
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September 13, 14 |
Pick Your Own Apples at Silver
Creek Orchards. Come enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery while picking your
own Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Virginia Gold and Mutzu
apples. Half bushel bags are provided. Open Saturday 9–4; Sunday 12–5 p.m.
434-277-5824 |
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September 20, 21 |
Seaman’s Orchard Pick Your Own
Apples. Pick your own Red & Golden Delicious, Empire and Jonagold apples.
Half bushel bags provided. Saturday 9–4 p.m.; Sunday 12–5 p.m. 434-277-5824. |
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September 22 |
Ribeye Round Up at Hill Top Berry
Farm & Winery. Steak dinner and Blue Grass music add up to an evening of
Southern Hospitality. 6-9 p.m. Fee.
434-361-1266. |
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September 29, 30 |
Apple Harvest & Apple Butter
Festival at Drumheller’s Orchard. Corn Maze. Hayrides to the apple orchard
and pumpkin patch. Apple sling shot. Large selection of apples, fresh cider,
honey, hams, country music, crafts and food. Music and apple butter making
on Saturday only. 9-5 p.m. 434-263-4911. |
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October 4 |
Rockbridge Vineyard - "Annual Harvest Festival" - 10am-6pm.
The beauty of the Shenandoah Valley in the fall. Bring the kids for grape
stomping and hayrides. Relax to live music while sampling award winning
Rockbridge wines. N |
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October 4 |
Apple Butter Makin' Festival at
Flippin-Seaman. Large selection of Virginia grown apples, also
available jams, jellies, baskets, gifts and more. Enjoy live music, crafts
and other entertainment for young and young at heart. 10 am - 4:30 pm.
434-277-5824 |
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October 4 |
Annual James River Blues Festival at
Mountain Cove Vineyards. The annual outdoors blues festival featuring
great regional blues performers in lovely mountain setting at the height of
harvest season. Food, wine tasting and sales also available for additional
fee. |
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October 11 |
Buena Vista Mountain Day - 10am-4pm. Downtown Buena Vista.
moutainday.bv@gmail.com
Come enjoy this annual arts and crafts festival nestled in the scenic Blue
Ridge Mountains. Plans are already underway to make this event bigger and
better than ever! |
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October 10-12 |
Montebello Fall Camp and Ride. Bring your horse and
enjoy fresh mountain air, fall scenery and beautiful horse trails in the
Blue Ridge Mountains. Fee includes camping and coral space for 2 nights and
1 1/2 days of trail riding. Help volunteer firefighters stir the apple
butter kettle. Benefits the Montebello Fire & Rescue. 540-377-5754 |
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October 11, 12 |
Pick Your Own Apples at
Silver Creek Orchards. Come enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery
while picking your own Rome, York, Fuji, Granny Smith and Pippin apples.
Half bushel bags provided. Bring a picnic lunch & enjoy the beautiful
mountain scenery. Saturday 9-4:30 p.m.; Sunday 12-5 p.m. 434-277-5824 |
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October 14 |
Old Time
Music Jam - 6pm. Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950. Free!
Mountain music jam session honoring our mountain heritage. Musicians welcome
to play and audience encouraged to dance and sing along. Concessions
available. |
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October 18 |
Walton's Mountain 16th Anniversary Celebration.
Walton's Mountain Museum in rustic Schuyler, Virginia, the museum is
opposite the historic Hamner House, creator of "The Walton's". The 16th
Anniversary celebration includes live gospel and bluegrass music, hayrides,
crafters, food and more. 10 am-4 pm. Fee. 434-831-2000. |
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October 18, 19 |
Apple Harvest & Apple Butter Festival at Drumheller's
Orchard. Corn Maze. Hayrides to the apple orchard and pumpkin patch. Apple
sling shot. Large selection of apples, fresh cider, honey, hams, country
music, crafts and food. 9 am-5 pm. Apple butter making on Saturday only.
434-263-4911 |
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October 18 |
Apple
Day at the Stonewall Jackson House
11am-3pm. Stonewall Jackson House. 540-463-2552
Come celebrate the fall season with apple cider pressing, games and crafts
for children, and old-time music. Regular admission for tours. |
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November 1, 2 |
Virginia
Horse Trials - Virginia Horse Center. 540-464-2950 - The Virginia
Horse Trials, an abbreviated version of a three-day eventing competition,
draws several hundred eventing riders from around the country. |
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November 8, 9 |
Annual Oyster Roast at
Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery. Enjoy fresh oysters from our
friends at Rappahannock River. Enjoy Oysters, live music, and Cardinal Point
wines. Fee includes wine glass and complimentary tasting. 12 – 5 pm.
Admission price does not include beverages or oysters. 540-456-8400 |
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November 27-30 |
Thanksgiving on the Mountain - The holiday season of
family traditions at Wintergreen Resort begins with Thanksgiving.
Traditional feasts, the grand illumination of the courtyard, gingerbread
house and boxwood wreath workshops. For information, contact Wintergreen
Activities at 434-325-8180. For overnight accommodations, call 800-266-2444. |
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November 28 |
Holiday Open House at
Valley Green Gallery. Meet the local and regional artists and
artisans. Enjoy festive music and refreshments. 11 am – 4 pm. 434-361-9316 |
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December 6 |
 Christmas
Remembered - 10-3pm. Stonewall Jackson House. 540-463-2552
Free tours by costumed docents and live music. Children's crafts, hot cider
and home made cookies will be available in the Davidson-Tucker House next
door. |
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December 7 |
Nelson County Christmas Parade. Get ready for the
holiday season by bringing your family to the annual Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Parade in the village of Lovingston. The parade features floats,
marching units, vehicles, animals and best of all Santa Claus. There are
also civic clubs and street vendors selling food and beverages. The parade
travels north through the village and ends at the old packing shed where
Santa visits with children of all ages. Contact 434-263-7073 days or
434-277-9149 nights. |
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December 6, 7 |
Rockbridge Vineyard - "Holiday Open House"
11am-5pm. Sample our award winning wines and holiday snacks while shopping
for that special gift for your favorite wine lover. Free admission |
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December 13, 14 & 20, 21 |
Holiday Open House at
Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery. Come in out of the cold and enjoy fruit
wines and meads. Food pairings, hot soup, hot mulled wine. We'll show you
how our wines pair with foods. Lots of Holiday spirit. Find a unique gift
for someone special from our gift shop or wine selection. Sunday open 1 - 5
pm. 434-361-1266 |
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December 20 - January 1 |
Blue Ridge Mountain Christmas - Celebrate the most
magical time of the year at Wintergreen Resort with horse-drawn carriage
rides, holiday craft workshops, Santa on the slopes, story time with Mrs.
Claus and New Year’s Eve Celebrations. 434-325-8180.
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