Visit a Different Side of Virginia
Around here you’ll never have to worry about finding something that will keep you moving. Outdoor enthusiasts, music lovers, families, and more, there’s something for everyone in SWVA!
A visit to SWVA, known for its hospitality and incredible craftspeople, will make you feel like you’re already home . . . it’s another side of Virginia and it’s an incredible place to spend a your time!
Thanks to the rolling pastures and bucolic farmland, you’ll find that fresh produce and locally sourced ingredients are always on the table at restaurants in Southwest Virginia and in a variety of cuisines!
Southwest Virginia has a thriving, vibrant community of artisans, craftspeople, shop-owners, galleries, and farms that all working together to create a regional shopping experience like none other!
The Washington County Fairgrounds Board of Directors is proud to announce the return of its Third Annual ABINGDON, VIRGINIA OLD-TIME, BLUEGRASS, & BLUEGRASS GOSPEL FIDDLERS CONVENTION, Fiddlin At The Fairgrounds, June 21-23, 2024. We are excited to announce that in our third year, we are adding another day of competition to the schedule. Not only will we have the traditional old-timeand bluegrass band and individual competitions; this year we are adding a Bluegrass Gospel Band...
Please join us every Monday night at 7:00 for the Ferrum Jam, hosted by Appalachian Music at Ferrum College. Bring your instrument and join in or listen to all of the folks that get together sharing their songs and amazing stories. The BRIM is a major venue along The Crooked Road which promotes the region's rich musical heritage.
Your Monday nights just got a lot cooler! Who doesn't love a 3 day weekend? Keep that Weekend vibe alive at Curklin's! After starting the work week off, relax and have some of the best fun around at Curklin's with DJ BINGO! What is DJ BINGO? Well it's just like bingo, but instead of calling out numbers, we use songs! There will be several categories and eras to choose from so literally FUN FOR THE...
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160
The Norton Friends and Farmers Market offers fresh produce, treats, and crafts from local and regional vendors. See www.explorenortonva.com for more details. The market is held from 4-6 p.m. every Tuesday beginning in June and ending the last Tuesday in September. Contact: Katie Dunn or Rebecca Kilgore, Norton Friends and Farmers Market Co-Managers, at (276) 679-1160 or (276) 679-0754 or katied@nortonva.org or rmkilgore@nortonva.org.
ITS TUESDAY . TRIVIA NIGHT! from 7-9pm KIDS EAT FREE ALL DAY! Come join us today or order To-Go!
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160
Free and Fun Bar Bingo 6PM to 8PM every Wednesday and Franklin County Distilleries. Free to play, you must be 21 or older.
Hosted by DJ JP of JGreat entertainment! Come out for the most unique and fun experience you have have on a Wednesday while you enjoy some amazing pizza!
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160
We host a country cookin' dinner and Old Time Mountain Music Jam every Thursday evening beginning at 5 p.m. and ends around 9 p.m. There is a charge for dinner and any musician attending receives a discounted meal. The public is welcome to come for dinner and/or music. There is no charge for the music jam and we ask that stringed instruments join in the jam. We usually average fourteen musicians, but it is not...
Vinyl record night is back Thursday nights from 5-7!!! Bring your favorite vinyl and hang out with us!!
Join us every Friday and/or Saturday night for bluegrass and old-time music. The Rex Theater features local, regional, and nationally known acts throughout the year. Visit our website to see who's playing each week. You may pre-order tickets for some of our upcoming shows.
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160
Step in Johnny Castle and Baby's dancing shoes for a weekend! Stay in Kellerman's Mountain House for one of our Dirty Dancing Themed Weekends. Enjoy a 2-Night stay with meals included and full itinerary of Dirty Dancing Themed Activities, dance lessons, dance parties in Mary's Barn and more! 2024 WEEKEND DATES - AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOWFebruary 9-11, 2024April 26-28, 2024 June 21-23, 2024 July 26-28, 2024August 23-25, 2024September 13-15, 2024October 25-27, 2024
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum in partnership with the East Tennessee Bluegrass Association is hosting a monthly gathering of local musicians for a bluegrass jam session! The jam events are intended to provide a space for local musicians to gather and pick, collaborate, share their experiences, andmost importantlyto have fun. The jams are acoustic and only feature traditional bluegrass instruments: acoustic guitar, upright bass, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, and dobro. The jams are free and...
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160
Although sipping on award-winning wines is a delight, once you bring food into the equation the experience moves to an extraordinary level of discovery. Experience a fun, educational, and delectable Food and Wine pairing class. You will learn how to appreciate your palate and pair wines spanning from whites and rosés, to reds, dry, bubbly or sweet with six exquisite savory and sweet food selections. Check out all the Foodie U Wine (and Beer)...
The class we said we would never attempt all at once. Come take the triple threat challenge - we'll taste all of our favorites: cheeses and chocolates and wines all together and see what it does to our palate. Somebody's got to do it right? If you get the right wine to complement the right cheese or chocolate it can be a match made in heaven! Learning how to appreciate the flavors, as well as...
Not so basic training - You could call this class Wine 301. Our winemaker, Carl, leads the discussion and talks about how white wine is made, how red wine is made, how to achieve aeration perfection, why you should be loving rosés and how to find the good ones, how to behave in a restaurant, and all the tidbits about wine nobody else tells you. This class is all about 3 ounce arm curls, and...
Send us your best outdoor photos for a chance to win a prize! Categories will be announced in early summer 2024. Submissions accepted July 1-Aug. 2. The contest is free to enter. More Info: Visit www.highknoboutdoorfest.com for contest rules and submission guidelines. Contact: Katie Dunn, katied@nortonva.org or (276) 679-1160