What's New in the area
Check back here regularly for news and events from the area.
Some events may be postponed or canceled.
Contact the event host for updates.
August 16-23–Luray.
The 72nd Annual Page Valley Fair will be held at the Page Valley Fairgrounds, 15
Fairlane Drive, gates open 4pm. There will be thrilling rides, delicious treats, a truck/tractor pull, rodeo, a demolition derby and lots more. Admission fee. www.pagevalleyfair.org/ or
540-843-3247.
August 18–Harrisonburg.
Embark on a tail-wagging adventure when you visit Kline's Dairy Bar, 2425 N.
Main Street, from 4:30-6:30pm and treat your pup to a delicious pup cup with proceeds benefiting the Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA. The RHSPCA will be on-site with adoptable dogs, so you can meet some
adorable furry friends while you indulge for a great cause. Visit https://rhspca.org/events-calendar/scoops-snoots-pup-cup-tour-stop-3-klines-dairy-bar/ or 540-434-5270.
August 22-24–Verona.
Annual Oak Grove Folk Music Festival, 845 Quicks Mill Road (Rt. 612). The
festival features fantastic folk and acoustic music, good food and drinks, all in a beautiful small open theater setting in a forest of old oak trees. You can bring camping chairs or blankets for
seating. Admission fee and children under age 12 are free. For more details Call 434-242-3169 or www.oakgrovefestival.com.
August 23–Middletown.
The “Shenandoah Sips Festival”, will be held at Belle Grove Plantion, 336 Belle
Grove Road, from 11am-5pm. This is a celebration of Virginia wines, ciders, spirits and more. Enjoy live music all day from Meisha Herron Band and Souled Out, craft vendors and food trucks.
Additionally, all ticket holders have access to five chef demonstrations in the barn and tours of the historic Manor House. There will also be activities for kids.
https://bellegrove.org/calendar/shenandoahsips or 540-869-2028.
August 23–Lexington.
48th Annual Rockbridge Community Festival will be held from 9am-3pm on Main
Street, rain or shine. Bring the family and enjoy this a one-of-a-kind festival that features, local vendors, including arts and crafts, local organizations, family fun, live music, and great
vendors. Admission is free. https://rockbridgecommunityfestival.weebly.com/ All funds benefit Rockbridge area charities. 540-463-3777.
August 23, 27-30–Monterey.
The Highland County fair, 386 Myers-Moon Road, will be packed with amusements,
games, farm animals, exhibits, and live entertainment including a demolition derby, truck and tractor pull, live music, clogging, and more. Horse Show on the 23rd. www.highlandcountyfairva.com/ or
540-468-2639.
August 23-September 1–Winchester.
Our “Hungry For History” event, will offer a variety of programs and special
events such as presentations, cooking demonstrations, children’s activities, food tastings, special handouts and giveaways, historic recipes, agriculture related programs and more. For schedule of
events: https://visitwinchesterva.com/event/hungry-for-history-food-history-event/ or call 540-542-1326.
August 24-30–Woodstock.
The Shenandoah County Fair is one of the oldest and largest fair in the
Shenandoah Valley. Featuring action-packed week of family fun, big-name grandstand concerts, agricultural exhibitions, special programs and more. Modified Truck & Tractor Pull on the 24th and the
Demolition Derby on the 26th. For more details www.shencofair.com/ or 540-459-3867.
August 27–Waynesboro.
Join us under the Wayne Theatre marquis from 6-8pm for the concert by “Disco
Risqué”. Main Street will be closed in front of the Wayne Theatre for the concert. You may want to bring a lawn chair. There will be concessions and restrooms available at the Wayne Theatre during
the concert. Additional food trucks and beer outside the theatre as well. Admission is “Pay What You Will”. www.waynetheatre.org. 540-943-9999.
August 29–Dayton.
Join the Rocktown History Museum, 382 High Street, from 5-7pm, for a
family-friendly event of discovery and connection. Whether you are a history buff or just looking for a new activity, there's something for everyone. Explore the fascinating stories in the museum.
Start (or grow) your family tree in the genealogy library, and giggle over the planned activities; enjoy tasty treats. Snacking provided. 540-879-2681 or
www.rocktownhistory.org/upcoming-events/fourth-friday-open-house/.
August 30–Natural Bridge.
Experience the 200-foot tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of
lights with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below. This is a nearly century-long tradition continues at the Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 South Lee Highway. Ticket sales
will end at 9:40pm. For more information call 540-291-1326.
August 30–Winchester.
Come enjoy the 15th Annual Patsy Cline Block Party and celebrate Patsy Cline’s
Birthday. We will have an old-fashioned style block party, staged on the 600 Block of South Kent Street between Monmouth and Germain Streets. The day celebrates Patsy Cline’s contribution to American
Culture with live music by local and regional musicians, featuring Patsy Cline and Country Music. Chairs will be available; individuals are also welcome to bring their own.
https://celebrating-patsy-cline-inc.square.site/annual-patsy-cline-block-party or 540-662-5555.
August 30-31–Front Royal.
The Annual “Appaloosa Roots Music Festival” is held at Skyline Ranch Resort, 751
Mountain Road. Gates open 10:30am both days. A wide variety of food vendors, a multitude of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Admission fee, children 12-under are free. Call 540-999-1497 or
visit https://appaloosafestival.com/general-info, for more details.
August 31–Waynesboro.
Join us for this free event; “Kickin’ Back With Klines”, at Sunset Park, 300
North Winchester Avenue (Behind the Recycling Center), from 7-9pm. There will be live music by John Goslin and Bill Yetzer, Klines ice cream and a breathtaking sunset. Ammission is free. Information
online at www.waynesboro.va.us/2260/Kickin-Back-With-Klines or call 540-942-6737.
September 3-5, 28–Staunton.
Join the Frontier Culture Museum, 1290 Richmond Road for the following events:
"Fall Homeschool Days", come see all the activities we have planned for this event on the 3rd-5th and on the 28th "The "Bookshop": A History of the American Bookstore--lecture. Information online at
https://frontiermuseum.org/events/ or call 540-332-7850.
September 3-6–Waynesboro.
The Dooms Volunteer Fire Company’s 2nd Annual End-of-Summer Carnival will be
held at the Old Advance Lot, 215 W. Main Street. We will open each night at 6pm and close at 10pm. Depending on the crowd levels on Friday and Saturday night, we may stay open until 10:30pm-11pm.
There is no admission fee or cost to just walk around. The only fees you would pay are if you choose to ride the rides, purchase any food, or play any of the games. Dogs are allowed, but they must be
leashed at all times. We only accept cash. If you do not have cash, there will be (2) ATM machines available on site. https://www.facebook.com/DVFC90/ or 540- 943-0679.
September 4–Winchester.
Join our "Pickup Parties" and you will earn stormwater credits. Automatically
earn a 5% credit for each "Pickup Party" you attend and if you participate in all of 2025's Pickup Parties you can earn a 40% stormwater credit. Help keep Winchester beautiful with the City's twist
on the traditional Community Cleanup event. www.winchesterva.gov/News-Happenings/Events/September-Pickup-Party or 540-667-1815.
September 4-6–Staunton.
The Augusta Military Academy Alumni Foundation’s Reunion will be even better
than last year. So far, the Hotel 24 South (formerly the Stonewall Jackson Hotel) has been reserved as well as the full use of our campus and all the facilities there. All alumni from all classes are
welcome and encouraged to attend. Don’t wait until the last minute, as rooms are usually sold out well before the reunion. Also we will be offering a unique and historically important weapon for
raffle. This beautiful and brand new out-of-the-box iconic weapon is a semi-automatic made by Springfield Armory, Inc. 540-248-3007 or https://amaalumni.org/reunion-2025/.
September 4-6–Berryville.
The 21st Annual "Watermelon Pickers" Festival will be held at the Clarke County
Ruritan Fairgrounds, 890 West Main Street. This event is a beloved, family-friendly music event. Featuring award-winning bluegrass, roots and traditional music on two stages by, the US Navy Band:
Country Current, Foghorn Stringband, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, Michael Cleveland, Miss Tess and more. Plus workshops, open jams, kids’ activities, camping and vibrant vendors, the festival
transforms into a lively pop-up village. 540-955-1621 or https://watermelonpickersfest.com/.
September 6–Lexington.
The 31st Annual "Rockbridge Beer and Wine Festival" will be held at the Lime
Kiln Theater from noon-6pm. There will be food vendors and live music on two stages all afternoon and more. For more details: www.rockbridgebeerandwine.com/tickets or 540-463-5375.
September 6–Winchester.
ShenArts is proud to present a juried Fine Art Festival along the pedestrian
friendly walking mall from Piccadilly Street to Cork Street at 10am-5pm rain or shine. We will be showcasing handmade-in-the-USA original works of art across every medium along with music, dance and
see a special flash mob event. Visit online at www.shenarts.org/shenartsfest or 540-667-5166.
September 6–Raphine.
Join us at Rockbridge Vineyard and Brewery, 35 Hillview Road for the "Valley
Veterans Ride (bicycle) for Heroes". We are raising funds for Boulder Crest Retreat. We will hav three road loops of 27, 44 and 64 miles, with up to 3,905 feet of climbing. Experience the challenge
and the Shenandoah Valley while supporting our nation’s heroes. For more details call 540-377-6204 or www.valleyvetsride4heroes.com/.
September 6–Harrisonburg.
Join us at the 2nd Annual Rocktown "Down & Dirty Challenge" at the
Rockingham County Fairgrounds, 4808 S. Valley Pike, starting 7:30am for registration and the event starts at 8am. Gather your co-workers, friends, family and everyone else for this high-energy
event that mixes farm chores with tough mudder-type challenges. This event is a fundraiser to support the Rockingham County Fair Barn Project.
www.rockinghamcountyfair.com/p/event-center-/special-events or 540-578-3266.
September 6–Stephens City.
Get ready for a Pawsitively fundraiser to raise proceeds for the Esther Boyd
Animal Shelter. This will be a fun day at the charity "Dog Walk & Pool Pawty", held at the Sherando Park Pool, 201 Splash Avenue. Participants will get a t-shirt, bandana and early VIP access to
the pool prior to the public from 11am-noon. This is an untimed two mile charity walk. Call 540-665-5600 or visit www.ticketsignup.io/Race/VA/StephensCity/PoolPawtyCharityDogWalk.
September 7–New Market.
Bring your furry friends to the “Annual Summer’s End Pup Pool Party” at the
Community Pool from 1-4pm. Admission is $3.00 for each dog. Registration is highly recommended. Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination is required. Sign up line to come. For details call 540-740-3003
or www.newmarketvirginia.com/explore/page/festivals-and-events
September 8-29–Waynesboro.
Join the Wayne Theatre for the following: The Poseidon Adventure (Film) on the
8th, Secondhand Lions (Film) on the 15th, Dailey & Vincent (Live in Concert), Marty (Film) on the 22nd, High Society (Film) on the 29th. For tickets and more details visit
www.waynetheatre.org/calendar or call 540-943-9999.
September 11-13–Lexington.
The Rockbridge Regional Fair & Expo will be held at the Virginia Horse
Center, 487 Maury River Road starting 8am. The County Fair with a large focus on agriculture, 4-H, and livestock. Call 540-464-2950 or visit online www.rockbridgefairandexpo.org/.
September 12-13–Harrisonburg.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Mini-Golf For Kids' Sake 2025 is a fun and meaningful
way to support one-to-one mentoring for local youth—perfect for teams of friends, family, coworkers, or clubs. Join us at Mulligan’s Golf Center for 1-hour of mini-golf or virtual golf at the
Trackman Range. Teams of up to 4 can register at BBBSGolf.com, choose a time slot, and fundraise a minimum of $12 per adult or $8 per student/youth to participate. Golfing times include Friday,
September 12th at 4pm, 5pm or 6pm, and Saturday, September 13th at 11am, 12pm or 1pm. Participants receive a t-shirt, golf time, and chances to win prizes from local businesses. For sponsorships or
questions, contact Lindsey Douglas at lindsey@bbbshr.org or 540-299-0484.
September 13–Broadway.
Annual Autumn Festival and Antique Car Show will be held from 9am-3pm, rain or
shine. Enjoy a variety of food, crafts, artisans, local non-profit organizations and the community market that will line Main Street. Admission is free. Visit online at
broadwayva.gov/broadway-autumn-festival-andcar-show/ or call 540-896-5152.
September 13–Waynesboro.
“Will Run for Margarita” will be held at Plaza Antigua, 32 Windigrove Drive from
9am-noon. All participants get a festive tech tee and finisher glass and you guessed it... a post-race celebratory margarita. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Housing Emergency Relief
Organization (HERO of Waynesboro). For more information visit www.corkscrewracing.com/margarita5k or call 540-949-4205.
September 13-Harrisonburg.
Join us in Ralph Sampson Park, 620 Simms Avenue, where there will be something
for everyone at the 29th Annual African American Festival. Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, fellowship, activities, crafts, art, food, exhibitors and more. Music by the Soul Unlimited Band
and Show. 540-395-3378 or https://www.hraaf.org/about.
September 13–Berryville.
Get ready to discover unique treasures at the "Big Flea" from 8am-3pm. Whether
you’re hunting for vintage finds, exploring artisan crafts, or seeking out handmade goods, this event has something for everyone. While in town do not forget to visit our local brick and mortar shops
and restaurants. https://berryvillemainstreet.com/event/the-big-flea-3/ or 540-313-6246.
September 13–Waynesboro.
The Wayne Theatre presents the 15th Annual Chili Blues and Brews Festival in the
Lumos Plaza, downtown. We will have fantastic beer, food trucks, lots of exhibitors, live music and more. This event supports our Arts Education Programming and Studio Wayne. We appreciate your
support. Service animals only. General Admission $20.00, children 12 and under are free. Call 540-943-9999 or www.virginiachili.com/.
September 14–Weyers Cave.
Join us for “Run the Runway” at Shenandoah Valley Airport. The family-friendly
event begins with a 1K “Fun Run” for children ages 3-12 at 2 pm, followed by a chip-timed 5K on the taxiway and runway that is open to all ages at 2:30pm. Run the Runway is packed with free
family-friendly activities for all ages All proceeds benefit the Explore More Discovery Museum. 540-476-3377 or www.iexploremore.com/run.
September 14–Bridgewater.
The 43rd Annual “Shenandoah Valley Century” bike race (with multiple
length options) will be held at Oakdale Park, 134 Mt. Crawford Avenue starting at 8am. The Century serves as a fundraiser for the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition. To register call 540-200-8637 or
visit online at https://svbcoalition.org/ride/shenandoah-valley-century/.
September 18–Woodstock.
The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival Guild will be holding a fundraising,
luncheon at the Muse Vineyard, 16 Serendipity Lane. The musical guest is Clay and Gloria Arthur. The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival Guild is a volunteer organization that raises money to
support the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival. For more details https://musicfest.org/svmf-guild/ or 540-856-3638.
September 19-21–Edinburg.
44th Annual Edinburg Ole Time Festival at the Historic Edinburg Mill and Museum,
214 South Main Street, and various places. Featuring music, food, arts/crafts, entertainment, duck race, living history encampment, contests, a parade through town and so much more. Call 540-975-0672
or visit https://edinburgoletimefestival.com/activities/.
September 20–Elkton.
Get ready for an afternoon of hands on excitement and buckle up for big fun at
our "Touch-a-Truck" event from 2-5pm. This free community event invites families to explore fire trucks, police cruisers, construction vehicles and more. Kids can climb aboard, honk the horns, and
meet the everyday heroes who operate these amazing machines. Want to participate? Contact us at 540-713-4062 or www.facebook.com/people/Town-of-Elkton-Virginia/100069240698622/.
September 20–McGaheysville.
Join us on the mountain at Massanutten Resort, 4614 Massanutten Drive from
11:30am-5:30pm rain or shine, to kick off the start of Oktoberfest . We will have live bands, food trucks, activities for all, a variety of beer, wine and more. Admission $35.00, kids 6 and under are
free. Tickets are non-refundable. Rain or shine event. Be prepared to present proper ID. No food/beverages, coolers, ect. 540-434-0309 or
www.massresort.com/play/live-events/oktoberfest-kick-off-concert/.
September 24–Harrisonburg.
Join the Funny Womacks at, 31 N. Federal Street to Learn the basics of stand up
and joke writing or punch up your sets in these interactive fun workshops, then perform live at your graduation showcase. You'll develop a 5-minute set in this 4-week course.. Tune into your unique
funny bone to find your authentic comedic voice. Learn skills to be funnier at social gatherings, storytelling, speaking engagements, writing and more. www.thefunnywomacks.com/classes or
540-560-3356.
September 25-27–Clear Brook.
The 21st Anniversary of the Tri-State Truck Show is in memory of Fred Craig and
will be held at the Frederick County Fairgrounds, 250 Fairground Road. This event is family friendly. Typically average 300 trucks, flea market vendors, camping. movies Friday and Saturday
night. Breakfast Friday and Saturday morning. Visit tri-state-antiquetruckshow.com/ or 540-478-4389.
September 27–Woodstock.
The 5th Annual “WoodsTACO” competition will be held in the downtown area
from 11am-3pm. We will have a beer/margarita garden, live music and the Churro Chomper contest will be back in addition to some new family friendly games. General admission is free. Whole tacos and
other fare will be available for purchase. www.woodstockva.gov/532/WoodsTACO-Street-Taco-Festival or call 540-459-3626.
September 27–Waynesboro.
Join us for a festive Fall Celebration you won’t want to miss, from 10am-1pm, at
the Rosenwald Community Center at 413 Port Republic Road. This free, family-friendly event is packed with autumn fun: food, pumpkin painting, crafts, scavenger hunt, bounce house and so much
more. www.waynesboro.va.us/2302/Fall-Fest or 540-942-6735.
September 27–Mount Jackson.
The spuds are back in town and it's time to start talkin' taters, so get ready
to peel-ieve it because this event is a spud-tacular event and more. Join us at Lions Park, 326 Wunder Street as we celebrate the humble potato at our 2nd Annual "TaterFest" from 10am-5pm. Enjoy
tater-themed dishes, live music, wine garden, tatet tot kids zone, family-friendly activities and lots more, at this free event. 540-477-2121 or www.mountjackson.com/media/3201.
September 27–New Market.
The Fall Festival Celebration will be held in the downtown area from 9am-4pm.
Enjoy treasures crafted by local vendors, taste local food, sing along, dance to local musicians and more. Online at www.newmarketvirginia.com/explore/page/festivals-and-events or 540-740-3212.
September 27–Broadway.
Join us from 4-8pm in Heritage Park, 145 Turner Avenue for our Annual
Octoberfest that is held rain or shine. We will have German-inspired beer, food, wine, and more. Music from "Theives of Burden and Kevin Quesenberry". $10.00 admission at the gate, children 12 and
under are free. broadwayhometownpartnership.org/events/ or call 540-810-4110.
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