21 Events in Southern Virginia This Weekend, July 17-July 20, 2014
Looking for something fun for you, your friends, or your whole family to enjoy this weekend? How about 21? That's right. Here's a list of 21 activities and events in Southern Virginia this weekend, from free concerts and family movies to craft beer tastings, from motorsports events to the 37th Annual Virginia Lake Fest, this list has it covered. If I've left something out, please feel free to leave the event info in the comments. Here goes!
South Boston-Halifax County
1. See Les Miserables performed at The Prizery in
South Boston, VA. Thursday, July 17,
Friday July 18, and Saturday July 19, all at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, July 20 at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $8 for
students and $26-28 for adults. Buy your tickets online at www.prizery.com or call 434-572-8339 to
purchase your tickets over the phone and pick them up at will call. I’ve seen
this show twice already, and would go back again. It’s that good!
2.
Destination Downtown South Boston presents Movies
on Main. You can see Disney’s Saving Mr.
Banks under the stars at Constitution Square in Downtown South Boston, and
the best part? It’s FREE! Bring your lawn chairs and blanket. The movie starts
at 9pm. There are also sno cones and
popcorn for sale on site. Smart move, DDSB! I have never seen this movie, but I
have heard from other parents that there is a lot of mature content and you
might want to investigate whether or not this is appropriate for your littlest
ones to see. If you’ve heard about this or seen it for yourself, please weigh
in. I’d like to hear other’s parents’ constructive opinions. For future reference, DDSB will be showing Muppets Most Wanted under the stars on September
12 and Matt Boswell and the Hillbilly Blues Band will be playing at
Constitution Square Friday, August 15 (tickets required). Event and sponsor info is here.
3. NASCAR fans, South Boston Speedway presents the CenturyLink NASCAR late model 100/Limited 50/PureStock30/Hornets15/LegendaryFlatheads20 Saturday, July 19 Get Times and schedule here.
4. Virginia International Raceway (VIR) presents the Tire Rack Ultimate Track Car Challenge beginning at 8 am, Friday, July 18. This looks like a ton of fun for car and racing enthusiasts. From VIR: “There can only be one…one ultimate track car and one ultimate drive. Grab a front seat as drivers take the track with hopes of proving their car is the fastest there is. Or get in the action yourself-anyone can race as long as your car passes a NASA safety inspection. From there, anything goes. All tires, suspension types, turbos, superchargers.” Find out more here.
Danville
5. Take your family out to the ballgame! The Danville Braves play ball at home Thursday, July 17, and Friday July 18, both games start at 7. For more info about these games, see the Danville Braves Team Schedule here.
6. Centra Medical Group and Danville Parks and Recreation present Music on Main Thursday, July 17 from 6:30 to 8pm at the Main Street Plaza near the JTI Fountain. Bring a chair and relax while you enjoy the music. Free event. More info here.
7. Enjoy Shakespeare in the Park as students from Danville Center Stage bring Bard to life at Danville’s Riverwalk, at picnic site #19 on the riverfront, from 7-9pm. This is a free event. They recommend bringing a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and bug spray. My husband and I saw Danville Center Stage’s Shakespeare in the Park production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream last summer. We packed a picnic of cheese and crackers, fruit, hummus and pita chips, and spread it out on a blanket. It was a sweet and simple date night. It was free, and we got home early enough to tuck the littlest Thackstons into bed. This event has our recommendation for a low key date night. More info here.
Greater Richmond and Surrounding Area
8.
Who doesn’t LOVE locally grown sweet corn? If
you are near Richmond, you may want to head over to the Gallmeyer Farms 2nd
Annual Sweet Corn Festival this Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 10am until 5pm at
the Pumpkin Patch, 4506 Millers Lane, Richmond, VA 23231. Free admission, live music, food,
vendors, free parking, hay ride shuttle, and fresh veggies – How sweet is
that?? Gallmeyer Farms
9.
The Capital Ale House National Beer Expo is
happening through July 20 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center and nearby
venues. Food and beer available, tickets required. See this for info.
10.
James River Cellars Winery Sundays in the Shade,
Glen Allen, Virginia, is this Sunday, July 20, 11am-5pm. That just sounds
lovely, doesn’t it? James River. Wine. Sundays in the Shade. Nice. www.jamesrivercellars.com
Bedford, Amherst, and Surrounding Area
11.
This one sounds fun! If someone twisted my arm,
I might go to The Kegs and Corks Festival in Forest, Virginia, Saturday, July
19. (I promise you wouldn’t have to twist too hard!) A festival designed to
provide a fun, relaxing atmosphere for guests to sample Virginia wine and craft
beer while enjoying good music, food, and a wonderful summer afternoon. Long
& Foster Realtors Wine Garden featuring Brooks Mill Winery, Fincastle
Vineyard & Winery, Rebec Vineyards & Sans Soucy Vineyards. Tastings
from local and regional microbreweries including Devil's Backbone, Sunken City
(Smith Mountain Lake), Three Brothers (Harrisonburg), Flying Mouse
(Troutville), Starr Hill (Crozet) and more! OK, I’m in. You had me at Sunken
City…Bedford Chamber info here.
12.
Sangria Saturday at Lazy Days Winery, Amherst
Virginia, Saturday, July 19 - Join Lazy
Days Winery for an exciting series of Sangria Saturday with live music, family fun including games, beverages for the
whole family available to purchase, scenic views, great live music out on the
patio, or under the pavilion. Bring a picnic, enjoy a glass of Sangria or wine,
make some new friends, visit with old friends! Great fun for all ages. Check
the website for a schedule of bands & performances, lots of fun, many surprises!
Music, Games, Dancing, Picnic, and wine
www.lazydayswinery.com
13.
National D-Day Memorial Family Day and 1940s Festival,
Bedford, Virginia, Saturday, July 19, 10am to 5pm. Discover the lessons and
legacy of World War II through interactive programs, tours, and projects.
Activities include Victory Garden projects, book-signings, conversations with
veterans, story stations, living history, live entertainment, art contests,
crafts, and more! Bring the family and enjoy a day at the Memorial. Sponsored
by Woodmen of the World - Lodge 175. Students are free. Adults $8.00 per person
www.dday.org
Farmville
14.
Farmville Main Street Music – Thursday, July 17 Local
Flavor meets Rock, Jazz, Blues, and Bluegrass, as Main Street Music takes over Downtown
Farmville, held the third Thursday of each month at the Crute Street. See this for event info.
Martinsville-Henry County
15.
Martinsville residents, if you want something a
little closer to home, the Martinsville Cruise-In happens the third Saturday of
every month at the Big Chair Plaza, 100 East Church Street. This free event is
held from 4-8 pm. If you miss this one, there will be another on August 16. For more info…
16.
Did you know that Martinsville also has a “Third
Saturday Bike Ride” presented by the YMCA and local cycling club? They will
meet this Saturday July 19, at 9am. Find out how to participate here.
17.
Martinsville Mustangs NASCAR night will be held
Thursday, July 17. Gates open at 6, first pitch at 7:05. The Martinsville
Mustangs Salute to Troops Night, the most patriotic game of the year, is this Saturday,
July 19. Visit their website at http://www.martinsvillemustangs.com/
18.
Fayette Square Festival, Friday, July 18, 2014
from 5:30-7:30 pm. Stop by and experience Martinsville's newest pocket park!
Located on the corner of Main, Moss and Fayette Street in Uptown Martinsville.
Across from the Uptown Farmers' Market. The Fayette Square Festival will be
fun for the entire family! Come out and enjoy a bounce house, fresh and local
food for purchase from Pick & Roll and Uptown Sweets, live music, games and
plenty of kid-friendly activities! Feel free to bring a lawn chair.
19.
Martinsville has a lot going on this weekend! Tasty
Saturday will be held this Saturday, July 19 from 7am until noon at the Uptown Martinsville
Farmer’s Market. This event is held the third Saturday of each month, June through
October. These special days highlight one or more of our vendors, allowing them
to create something tasty to share with the public. Samples will be available.
Tasty Saturdays are occasionally accompanied by music and/or local crafts. Eat
fresh, Shop local! www.martinsvilleuptown.net
20.
Here’s one more for Henry County: In Axton,
Virginia, Lake Sugar Tree Motorsports Park Moonlight Stadiumcross Race will be
held this Saturday, July 19. Tickets are required. To find out about this
event, go to www.lakesugartree.com
Clarksville
21.
Clarksville, Virginia’s 37th Annual Virginia
Lake Fest – Thursday July 17-July 20 in Downtown Clarksville, Virginia. I may have saved the biggest event for last! This
has been named “One of the Top 20 Events” by the Southeast Tourism Society for
many years. Tethered hot air balloon
rides, sand sculptors, helicopter rides, children’s amusement rides, antique
cars, juried arts and crafts, live bands, food vendors, you name it! We go to
this just about every year. Did I mention my favorite part? Watching fireworks booming
overhead, reflected on the lake below. Beautiful. Find out about this at http://clarksvilleva.com/
If you know of any other events that I did not mention here, feel free to add them in the comments. Let's help keep each other informed about these great events! Have a great, safe, and fun-filled weekend!
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