Lime Kiln Theater

Lexington's most coveted tickets are those of Lime Kiln Theater, Virginia's most unique entertainment venue.

The natural outdoor setting of today's Lime Kiln Theater - once an abandoned 19th century lime quarry and kiln - is a family-friendly favorite place for locals and a draw for visitors. The evenings are magical as lights, discreetly tucked amid the foliage, accentuate the life-giving entertainment on stage, be it homegrown bluegrass ensembles, national legends, or a theatre troupe touring the coast.

2023 Season Schedule

Top Three Ways to Enjoy an Evening at Lime Kiln

1. Tailgate. Who says tailgating is only for football? Create a locally-sourced spread and have a blast!
2. BYOC. Bring your own chair for an intimate experience away from those in the permanent seats.
3. Snacks & Drinks. Food trucks are on-site, and beer and wine are available for purchase.

Building Your LKT Tailgate ...

Flight of Peanuts from Brew Ridge Taps
Chicken salad or pimento cheese from Old Lex Mercantile
Olive bread from Southern Inn
Chef salad from Sweet Treats Bakery
Salerno Supreme wood-fired pizza from Salerno Wood Fired Pizza & Taphouse
Blue Sky squares from Blue Sky Bakery
Donuts from Pure Eats
Growler of Wiffle Ball Umpire IPA from Heliotrope Brewery
Your choice or worldly wines from Washington Street Purveyors
Day Pack from Devils Backbone Outpost Tap Room & Kitchen
Bottle of Chambourcin Rose or growler of Lemongrass Basil Saison from Great Valley Farm Brewery & Winery
Bottle of Lexington & Concord or growler of Hazy IPA from Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery

If Not Tailgating ...

Dining

Choose a downtown Lexington restaurant to enjoy before the show. Small plates and cocktails are a treat at TAPS, Juniper Lounge, and Tonic Restaurant while farm-fresh entrees will fill you for the evening at places like Bistro on Main, Haywood's, Red Hen, and Southern Inn. Try a Lexington favorite - the wafflewich - at Brew Ridge Taps, and choose from hundreds of bottles of beer on the wall as well.

Pre-Concert Activities

Explore downtown Lexington with a narrated carriage tour by Lexington Carriage Company. It's a great way to see our architecture and hear a bit of our history at a leisurely pace. If you prefer to walk, stop by the Visitor Center at 106 E. Washington Street to pick up a walking tour map. Specifically, inquire about the Righteous & Rascals of Rockbridge Trail.

We're sure you'll find something great for yourself or for a friend or loved one when shopping our independently owned stores and galleries.

Perhaps you've driven all day and simply want a breath of fresh air. If so, head to the Chessie Trail just off Old Buena Vista Road along the Maury River. Take a stroll along the old rail bed to enjoy the sights and sounds of our other residents. Boxerwood Gardens & Nature Center is another excellent place to clear your head and walk a lovely nature trail.

Twenty minutes south of downtown Lexington is the iconic Natural Bridge, the centerpiece of Natural Bridge State Park. Allow a couple of hours to enjoy Cedar Creek Trail and the views of the bridge.

Post-Concert Activities

A late dinner is not out of the question in downtown Lexington, and there's a good chance you'll find more live entertainment at Brew Ridge Taps, The Palms, or Salerno's Wood Fired Pizza & Tap House.

The day after a show is a great time to explore more of Rockbridge County. Head north to visit Rockbridge Vineyard, Wade's Mill, McCormick Farm, and the villages of Brownsburg and Fairfield.

Scenic drives include the Blue Ridge Parkway by way of Buena Vista, an Appalachian Trail Community, as well as Routes 39 and 252.

For more ideas and ways to play, see our related content below.

Get Your Tickets Early

Tickets from Lime Kiln's shows don't typically hang around. At-the-door is not much of a thing with this venue. BUY THEM NOW

2022 Season Schedule

Saturday, May 20, 2023: 49 Winchester Opener: Matt Koziol
Friday, June 2, 2023: Rebirth Brass Band Opener: Hoppie Vaughan
Friday, June 16, 2023: Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Opener: Jack Schneider
Friday, June 30, 2023: Sam Bush
Saturday, July 8, 2023: Garrison Keillor featuring Robin and Linda Williams
Friday, July 21, 2023: Seldom Scene
Saturday, July 29, 2023: Romeo & Juliet
Saturday, August 12, 2023: Julian Lage Opener: Danny Knicely and Aimee Curl
Saturday, August 26, 2023: Dan Tyminski Opener: Zach Top
Saturday, September 2, 2023: Scott Miller
Friday, September 15, 2023: Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
Friday, October 6, 2023: Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors

Places to Stay

You don't need to travel far after the show for a comfortable night of rest. In downtown you can choose from The Gin Hotel, The Georges, Tonic Inn, Hampton Inn Col Alto, and a variety of bed and breakfasts. Trusted national hotel brands are less than 10 minutes away as well.