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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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Articles & Stories

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Spring Adventures

Mar 12, 2026

Tumbling rivers. Majestic rocks. Mountain breezes. And crackling campfires. Adventure is elemental in Rockbridge County, a rugged playground in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains beloved by […]

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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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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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Turn a Drive into a Day Trip

Apr 18, 2026

Natural Bridge State Park easily becomes a day trip when you experience all there is to do in addition to seeing the 215-foot natural limestone arch.

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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"

Revolutionary Women of Virginia and Rockbridge

April 29, 2026 (Wed)
Gillis Theater, Marshall Hall, VMI 07:00 pm
Women's History Roundtable Presentations and Conversations, co-sponsored by Rockbridge Historical Society and VMI Dept of History

First Friday Art Walk

May 01, 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.

Valley of Virginia Herb Guild's 25th Annual Herb Sale

May 02, 2026 (Sat)
Sam Houston Auction Barn 08:30 am
Valley of Virginia Herb Guild's 25th Annual Herb Sale

Cedar Creek Watershed Cleanup

May 02, 2026 (Sat)
Natural Bridge State Park 09:00 am
Get in the water and help Cedar Creek and the Chesapeake Bay downstream in this multi-part cleanup event.

Kerrs Creek Country Market

May 02, 2026 (Sat)
Kerrs Creek 09:00 am
Farmers market in Rockbridge County Village of Kerrs Creek, just 10 minutes from Lexington.

Lexington Road & River Relay

May 02, 2026 (Sat)
Main Street in front of Rockbridge Regional Library 10:00 am
The Lexington Road & River Relay is a four-leg event over a challenging 16.1 mile course in and around Lexington, Virginia. Participate as an individual or as a team.

Lexington Taster's Choice

May 02, 2026 (Sat)
Virginia Horse Center 05:00 pm
Join us for the 37th year of Taster’s Choice! Held annually on the first Saturday in May, Watch the Kentucky Derby as you enjoy food from local chefs, beer, wine, and, of course, mint juleps!