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Plan a family vacation, a couples getaway, or a solo adventure around these must-see attractions, restaurants, and historical sites in Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County, VA.

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Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail
Halcyon Days Cider Co. Natural Bridge, VA
Halcyon Days Cider Co.

Articles & Stories

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Summer Events

May 19, 2026

With rolling mountains, farm-dotted fields, and historic downtowns, Rockbridge County makes an awesome first impression. But there's more to this community than a pretty face.

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Freedom Food Festival Kicks Off the 4th of July Holiday

May 14, 2026

July 3rd come to downtown Lexington for the Freedom Food Festival, a street & music festival with local celebrity chefs and judges, with proceeds benefiting local non-profits. Music, beer/wine sales, […]

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Independence Day

Jun 9, 2026

Every July 4th, cities nationwide celebrate our nation's independence, and Lexington is no exception. Join us for a weekend of excitement with a variety of events.

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Feb 6, 2026

Rockbridge-VA250 is helping to coordinate curricular initiatives and free public history programs for lifelong learning, relevant museum exhibits, and music, film, and arts series.

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Rich History and Restorative Beauty

Jun 24, 2026

World Bride Magazine contributor Myrdith Leon McCormack raved after a fall getaway to Rockbridge County, stating, "there are places you visit - and then there are places that restore you. My fall […]

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Events

Sunset Fridays: Vino-Views & Pizzas

July 03, 2026 (Fri)
Ecco Adesso Vineyards 12:00 pm
What better way to kick off the weekend than a stop at the vineyard to enjoy your favorite glass of wine while enjoying a pizza or picnic basket with the most amazing seasonal vineyard views.

Wine Tastings at Lexington Mercantile

July 03, 2026 (Fri)
Lexington Mercantile 04:00 pm
Complimentary wine and food tastings Fridays from 4pm to 6pm.

Freedom Food Festival

July 03, 2026 (Fri)
Downtown Lexington 05:00 pm
Come to downtown Lexington July 3, 2026 for the Freedom Food Festival, a street and music festival with a tasty July 4th picnic-style cook-off competition. Proceeds benefit participating local […]

Wine Tasting at Purveyors on Main

July 03, 2026 (Fri)
Purveyors on Main 05:00 pm
Complimentary wine tastings every Friday night from 5 to 7 p.m.

First Friday Art Walk

July 03, 2026 (Fri)
Downtown Lexington 05:00 pm
The downtown Lexington First Friday Art Walk is back for 2025! Browse gallery to gallery for artist receptions, new exhibitions, and more.

Balloons Over Rockbridge Hot Air Balloon & Music Festival

July 04, 2026 (Sat) - July 05, 2026
Virginia Horse Center
Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and enjoy great local bands, a variety of food and merchandise vendors, adult beverages, children’s activities and most of all ... BEAUTIFUL HOT AIR BALLOONS!!!!

Interwoven: Unearthed Stories of Slavery

July 04, 2026 (Sat)
Brownsburg Museum 01:00 pm
INTERWOVEN is The Brownsburg Museum's most ambitious exhibit yet. The name speaks to the idea that we are all connected — by family, by community, and by history. It weaves the history of enslaved […]

250th Anniversary Flag Raising & Time Capsule Ceremony

July 04, 2026 (Sat)
Glen Maury Park 08:00 am
250th Birthday Celebration for America with flag raising, color guard, 21-gun salute, patriotic music, a veteran testimony, and the opening of Buena Vista’s 1976 Time Capsule.