Some events may be postponed or canceled. Contact the event host for updates.
November 1, 5-8, 13-15–Staunton.
Climb aboard the “Blue Ridge Flyer” train and journey east through Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where towering rock formations, historic rail engineering, and one unforgettable tunnel await. The train departs from 415 Bridge Street and in 3 hours will turn around in Albemarle County for a return trip.
Website or 866-440-8356.
November 2-23–Waynesboro.
Join the Wayne Theatre, 521 West Main Street, for the following events: We’re No Angels (1955) (film) on the 2nd; Jim Messina on the 6th; Americana Women (Concert) on the 7th; In Country (Film) on the 9th; Studio Wayne's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang JR (Performance) on the 14th-15th; Harry and Tonto (Film) on the 16th; Amarillo by Morning: The George Strait Tribute (concert) on the20th; Annie (Film) on the 23rd.
Website or 540-943-9999.
November 7–Front Royal.
The Cars Changing Lives organization will be hosting a Car and Truck Show at the Warren County Fairgrounds, 26 Fairground Road, from 9am-4pm. The CCL is a VA Non-Profit with 501c3 Tax Exempt Status. Their mission is to work directly with local non-profits to give donated vehicles, to someone in need, for free.
Website or 540-635-3185.
November 7–Staunton.
The Mosby Foundation will have their "5K Run and Dog Walk" fundraiser event at Gypsy Hill Park, 600 Churchville Avenue. This event is to raise money for the Mosby Foundation, who are a Staunton based, non profit organization. There mission is to help pets stay with their families by helping pay for emergent medical expenses. They also have a food pantry locally and a spay/neuter program. Please come out and join us for a fun day of exercise and support our mission. You can run or walk, with or without your dog. The registration fee for the run is $35.00 and the registration fee for the dog walk is $20.00. Shirts included with registration fee. They will also have coffee and donuts as well as vendors and a dog play yard. Please make sure your dog is well behaved and on a short leash ( 6 feet or shorter and no retractable leash).
Website or 540-885-2260.
November 7–Harrisonburg.
Join the Central Library, 174 S. Main Street, for the "Fandom Fest" In-Person from 10am-3pm. Celebrate all fandoms, nerd hobbies, and general geekery at Fandom Fest. Enjoy a fun-filled day with cool local vendors and exhibitors, discussion panels, games, activities, and an awesome Cosplay Contest. All ages are welcome, so dress up and swing by the library to celebrate your favorite books and media.
Website or 540-434-4475 ext 125.
November 7–Staunton.
Join the Frontier Culture Museum, Virginia Humanities and the Virginia Cider Association for their 2nd Annual Cider Festival, from 11am-5pm. Learn how apples and cider helped shape the culture of the Valley, through historical interpretation and modern day cider tastings. The event will include living history demonstrations, author talks, live museum, and cider tasting. This event is a general admission event, with an additional option to add on a tasting ticket, which includes ten 2oz. pours from Virginia cideries.
Website or 540-332-7850.
November 7-8–Monterey.
Valley AeroSpace Team will be holding a “Sport Launch” at 10am on the 7th and a “Tripoli Research Launch” at 10am on the 8th. Both are held at Jack Mountain Village, 3003 Jackson River Road. Everyone is invited to bring their rockets and fly them or just watch.
Website or call 540-885-3138.
November 8–Harrisonburg.
Join us downtown for our Veterans Parade”. Our community lines Main Street to honor the veterans who have served our nation in war and peacetime. Veterans groups and community members are invited to participate in the parade and show their support during one of our most meaningful events of the year. We are looking forward to gathering with friends and neighbors to celebrate and honor those, past and present, who have made our nation’s freedom possible.
Website or 540-432-8922.
November 12–Harrisonburg.
The Furious Flower Reading Series welcomes poet Amber Flora Thomas for a reading at 5:30pm in the Gwendolyn Brooks Reading Room at Carrier Library, 880 Madison Drive. Known for her nature-infused poetry and award-winning collections, Amber will share work from her celebrated career. Free and open to the public.Free parking is available in the Grace Street Parking Garage.
Website or 540-568-8883.
November 13-29–Lexington.
Join the Virginia Horse Center, 487 Maury River Road, for the following events: Blue Ridge Cluster St. Bernard Dog Show on the 13th-15th; DC Fast Pitch Softball on the 14th-15th and the 28th-29th; SEBRA National Finals Extreme Bull Riding and Barrel Racing on the 20th-21st; AQHA Virginia Harvest Festival on the 20th-22nd.
Website or 540-464‐2950.
November 14–Harrisonburg.
Join us for the "Burg-Bash" event from noon-3pm at the Community Activities Center, 305 S Dogwood Drive. This is an all-ages celebration designed for families, friends and the community to come together, have fun, and show how much they are thankful for one another during fall season. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit with games, attractions, candy, music, raffle giveaways, and more.
Website or 540-432-7701.
November 14–Front Royal.
Join the Humane Society of Warren County, for their "Tails and Ales" fundraising event at the Moose Lodge, 1340 John Marshall Highway. Attendees enjoy a great meal with 250 of their closest animal-loving friends. All night we enjoy games and prizes, with the main event being an amazing silent auction. Your ticket purchase includes dinner, drinks, an event souvenir, and a chance at the grand prize.
Website or 540-635-4734.
November 14-15–Winchester
Join us at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst Street, for the Virginia Gourd Show and Sale, from 10am-5pm both days. Gourd artisans will be on site selling art and raw gourds for crafting purposes. Admission to the show and sale is free; admission fees apply to visit MSV galleries and gardens. Our mission is to preserve and enrich the cultural life and heritage of the Valley.
Website or 540-662-1473.
November 18–Harrisonburg.
Join the Big Brothers Big Sisters Organization of Harrisonburg, for their annual fundraising event "Flannels for the Future", from 5-8pm, at The Tavern, in Offices at 31 N. Federal Street. Enjoy food with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, free axe-throwing with prizes, live entertainment and more, all while making a difference in the lives of young people. Wear your favorite flannel. Tickets are $50.00 one person, $90.00 two people/couple.
Website or 540-299-0484.
November 20-21–Waynesboro.
The Wildlife Center of Virginia will host the 31th Annual “Call of the Wild” conference on wildlife rehabilitation. They will be offering both days online. Also in-person on the 21st, at the Best Western Inn and Suites, 109 Apple Tree Lane, where tey will be offering a variety of hands-on workshops.
Website or 540-942-9453.
November 23-January 1–Staunton.
For the 21st year in a row, beautiful Gypsy Hill Park’s 214 acres will be aglow with holiday lights from 5-11pm. Also you can participate in “Light-A-Tree” or “Display a Deer”. This event is free and open to the public.
Website or 540-886-8660.
November 26–Lexington.
The 15th Annual Lexington “Gobble Wobble 5k” (walk or run) and “Children’s Fun Run” will be held at the Upper Maury River Middle School, 600 Waddell Street. This event is for the whole family so come out and enjoy the festivities, but don’t worry, we’ll still get you home in time to put the turkey in the oven. Open to runners/walkers of all abilities. Strollers welcome. Pets on a leash are welcome.
Website or 540-817-4932.
November 26–Stephens City.
The “Thanksgiving Day 5K (8:45am) and the Kids’ Fun Runs (8 and 8:15am)” will be held at Sherando High School and Sherando Park. What better way to begin your Thanksgiving Day than a benefit event for the Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter. Run, walk or stroll prior to your Thanksgiving feast. The certified 5k course travels track, pavement, and woodland trails. Prizes will be awarded.
Website or 540-665-5678.
November 26–Harrisonburg.
The “Rocktown Turkey Trot” is the perfect mix of fun and fitness. The four mile course is designed with all skill levels in mind, and it’s ideal for first-timers and veteran runners alike. Also the "Gobble Gobble Kids Dash" is a can’t-miss tradition for kids. They’ll be energized by the roar of the crowd and feel the freedom of wind in their face. the "Kids Dash", participants will finish prior to the start of the Rocktown Turkey Trot.
Website or 540-432-8935.
November 27–Lexington.
The “Pet Luminary” at Hopkins Green, 22 West Nelson Street is having a fundraiser for the SPCA. Luminaries are a great way to honor your pet and their importance to you and your family at this special time of year. The luminaries are $10.00 each or 3 for $25.00. You can specify that they are in memory or in honor of a pet or a person. The cut-off date to receive orders for luminaries is November 20th.
Website or 540-463-5123.
November 27–Lexington.
Join us for our 31st Annual Candlelight Processional and Community Tree Lighting. Line up begins at 5:15pm at the Main Street entrance to Oak Grove Cemetery, where candles and holiday songbooks will be distributed. At 5:30pm Santa and Mrs. Claus will lead the processional down Main Street. The processional will arrive at Hopkins Green where the community tree will be lit. The Processional is familyfriendly, open to all, and free of charge.
Website or 540-319-4181.
November 27-28, December 4-6, 11-13–Waynesboro.
Join the Creative Works Farm, 107 Creative Works Ln (Off of 340n/Purple Cow Rd), for music light shows, a walk-through light display, free cookies and hot chocolate, decorating gingerbread cookies in a giant gingerbread house, see animals at the barn, enjoy a wagon ride, visit the Grinch's Funhouse, Santa's Workshop, Island of Misfit Toys, and more. Special guest appearance by Santa. All proceeds benefit Camp LIGHT, a summer camp for kids with special needs and at-risk youth.
Website or 540-471-1659.
November 27-January 1–Natural Bridge.
Join Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 S. Lee Highway, during the “Festival of Trees”. Local organizations will decorate, a holiday tree to represent themselves in the community. Visitors can then vote for their favorite tree by placing this year’s donation items under the tree of their choice. You may also purchase a ballot at the front counter to cast votes. The tree with the most items and ballots by December 31 will be the winner.
Website or 540-463-3777.
November 28-December 31–Buchanan.
Enjoy the magic of Christmas at our Annual "Festival of Lights", in the town park, 485 Lowe Street, from 6-11pm. Drive through or take a walk through the park and enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights and festive displays. Free admission and donations are greatly appreciated. Also all day events are the Christmas market/tree lighting and carriage rides.
Website or 540-254-1212 ext.3.
November 30–Bridgewater.
Join us as at Generations Park, 412 North Main Street, as we light our Christmas Tree around 6:30pm. We will have holiday music, ginger snaps and hot cider as we gather around the tree. Also spend the evening skating on the ice, staying warm at the fire tables and more..
Website or 540-908-4212.
Events listed as they become available. Updated 9/22/26
