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Visiting Western Virginia and Appalacian Mountains Area

As the weather warms, western Virginia becomes a premier getaway destination. Bounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and Appalachian Mountains to the west, the Shenandoah Valley fills with festivals and events. The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, fills with traditional mountain music celebrating Virginia’s culture and heritage. The region is rich in Civil War history celebrated at reenactments and living history events like the Wise Civil War Reenactment. Looking for a challenge? Among western Virginia events is the Eastern Divide Ultra 50K - or, relax with family and friends at a Valley Baseball League game.

Take a flight into Lonesome Pine Regional Airport for an adventure in Wise. In the Heat of Appalachia, Wise is a traditional Virginia mountain town. With a rich heritage and surrounded by beautiful natural resources, Wise and western Virginia make a great summer getaway. Site of the Civil Wars Battle at Wise; the community celebrates its history at the 2012 Civil War Reenactment.

An encampment is set up on the campus of LF Addington Middle School July 13th through 15th, featuring reenactment units camping in Civil War era structures and conditions. Visitors enjoy living history demonstrations and reenactments of the Battle at Cranesnest and Capture of Wise Courthouse. Celebrate western Virginia’s heritage in Wise.

Athletes, get on pace for Giles County’s 2012 Eastern Divide Ultra 50K on June 23rd. A point–to-point race starting at the Cascades Trail head outside Pembroke and finishing at the Mountain Lake Conservancy, the course winds through picturesque Salt Pond Mountain. The mountain course is ideal for a summer race, with temperatures 10 to 15 degrees cooler than the valleys.

The Virginia Horse Center north of Lexington and Washington and Lee University is a hub of activity for Rockbridge County. Summer 2012 is no exception, with breed shows including the Peruvian Horse Show June 14th -16th, August’s Virginia Presidential Paso Fino, and the Rockstar Quarter Horse Show, September 8th and 9th. Lexington’s horse center also hosts the 2012 Rockbridge Regional Fair & Farm Show, July 18th through the 21st. Capture all the fun of a traditional fair with agriculture and livestock exhibits, along with the fun of rides, games, a tractor pull and live entertainment.

Summer brings Matriculation Day for new cadets at Virginia Military Institution. Located in Lexington VMI welcomes new 2012 cadets and parents August 20th for the start of the new “rat year”. Two weeks after matriculation, the New Cadet Oath Ceremony is held at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park, Sunday, September 4th. The ceremonies are followed by a picnic lunch and parade through downtown New Market.

Featuring teams from across Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, the Valley Baseball League entertains western Virginia residents and visitors through June and July. Take the family out to the ballpark for Winchester Royals games at Bridgeforth Field, Harrisonburg Turks at Veterans Memorial Park, and Covington Lumberjacks at Casey Field, three of the 12 teams of the VBL.

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Western Virginia and Appalacian Mountains Area Events

Updated 05/04/2012

May 2012

May 19, 2012
Herb and Garden Festival

Join us for Harrisonburg's finest plant & tree festival. Be entertained, learn about botanicals and Virginia native woodlands.

May 25 -26, 2012
Memorial Day Festival and Parade

Town of Shenandoah 15th Annual Memorial Day Festival and Parade.

June 2012

June 9, 2012
Shrimp Fest 2012

Lots of food and fun. Come out for a fantastic shrimp dinner with all the sides. In Salem.

June 2012

June 18 - 23, 2012
Roanoke Valley Horse Show 2012

Proceeds are also directed to equine, environmental and conservancy causes. In Salem.

June 22 - 24, 2012
Nickelsville Days

During the festivities you can enjoy craft and food vendors, a parade, games and free rides for children.

June 24, 2012
Abingdon Blues Festival

Featuring 3-4 blues groups. Enjoy the music in the comfort of your lawn chairs on a summer evening in June. In Abingdon.

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Western Virginia and Appalacian Mountains Area

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