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.

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

Articles & Stories

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Discover Buena Vista, Virginia

Apr 17, 2026

Small-Town Charm. Big Mountain Views. Tucked between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Maury River, Buena Vista offers an authentic Shenandoah Valley experience filled with outdoor adventure, local […]

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Lexington VA VMI Cadet Parade

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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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Lexington is a Perfect Weekend Getaway

May 11, 2026

Southern Living writer Brandee Gruener suggests, "nothing beats a weekend getaway to a small town," noting that everyone from history buffs to wine aficionados will find something to love on such an […]

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Pink Cadillac Family Eating

Pink Cadillac Draws Visitors from Everywhere

Apr 30, 2026

FastFoodClub.com wrote of Pink Cadillac Diner, "this place has serious personality," and we're confident you'll agree. You won't go wrong with the famous Elvis burger and a chocolate milkshake.

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Events

Staniar Gallery Exhibit: LEAH SOBSEY & AMANDA MARCHAND

April 27, 2026 (Mon) - May 29, 2026
Wilson Concert Hall/ Lykes Atrium/Lenfest Center 09:00 am
Staniar Gallery Exhibit: LEAH SOBSEY & AMANDA MARCHAND: "This Earthen Door" and "The Blue of Distance"

Staniar Gallery Exhibit Lecture & Reception: LEAH SOBSEY & AMANDA MARCHAND

May 13, 2026 (Wed)
Wilson Concert Hall/ Lykes Atrium/Lenfest Center 05:30 pm
Staniar Gallery Exhibit: LEAH SOBSEY & AMANDA MARCHAND: Artist Talk and Reception

Memorial Parade

May 15, 2026 (Fri)
Virginia Military Institute
The Memorial Parade at VMI commemorates the bravery and sacrifice of all Institute alumni who died on the field of honor.

Kerrs Creek Country Market

May 16, 2026 (Sat)
Kerrs Creek 09:00 am
Farmers market in Rockbridge County Village of Kerrs Creek, just 10 minutes from Lexington.

Junior Ranger Try-outs on Cedar Creek Trail

May 16, 2026 (Sat)
Natural Bridge State Park 10:00 am
Today you can throw your ranger hat in the ring and see if you have what it takes to be a junior ranger!

Free Black People in Rockbridge, Before the Civil War

May 16, 2026 (Sat)
101 E. Washington St., Lexington, VA 24450 10:00 am
Interactive Local History Series spotlighting the lives of Free Black People in Rockbridge and Virginia before the Civil War: slideshow program; exhibit and reception; history hike; film and book […]

Halestone Dance Studio Presents: My Heart Kept Dreaming

May 16, 2026 (Sat)
Lenfest Center for the Arts 07:00 pm
Halestone's Spring Dance Performance will take place 5/16 and 5/17 at Lenfest Center in Lexington.

Dark Sky: New Moon

May 16, 2026 (Sat)
Natural Bridge State Park 08:00 pm
See the stars and explore our night sky with park rangers at this International Dark Sky Park! Pick out constellations, observe planets and nebulae through a telescope, and take in the silhouette of […]