Featured Attractions

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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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June Activities

Jun 9, 2026

June is Great Outdoors Month and also a great time to visit Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County. The weather is nice, the foliage is lush and vibrant, and our trails are rather enticing.

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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

America's 250th Story Hour

June 30, 2026 (Tue)
Jackson House Museum 02:00 pm
Journey through the stories that shaped America at the Jackson House Museum every Tuesday afternoon in June at 2 p.m.

Lexington Farmer’s Market

July 01, 2026 (Wed)
McCrum's Parking Lot 10:00 am
Our robust mid-week farmers market runs weekly and all year-round!

Growler Grab Day

July 01, 2026 (Wed)
Devils Backbone Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen 11:30 am
Stop in and fill ‘er up! Wednesdays at the Outpost are for 64 oz. growler fills.

Growler Fill Specials

July 02, 2026 (Thu)
Great Valley Farm Brewery & Winery 12:00 pm
Get a special price on growler fills every Thursday.

Lantern Tour of the Natural Bridge

July 02, 2026 (Thu)
Natural Bridge State Park, Visitor Center 08:30 pm
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.

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 […]