Staunton is more than you might expect. It’s a friendly combination of small town USA and a vibrant cultural scene. It’s the place you go to stroll red brick sidewalks, admire stunning architecture and shop locally-owned downtown boutiques. It’s also the place you go to experience world-class music festivals and intimate theatre performances. It’s where you can unwind at trendy breweries, dig into fresh culinary creations and take-in a dose of nature in the nearby Shenandoah National Park.
It’s where you can have a packed agenda, or no agenda at all.
We invite you to discover the variety of things to do, districts to explore, hotels to relax in and delicious restaurants to feed your soul. Welcome to Staunton.
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Unwind at our legendary forty-foot bar—an intricately carved centerpiece rescued from a historic hotel and now the heart of Staunton’s old train station. Join us for Happy Hour, Tuesday through Friday from 4–7 p.m., and enjoy great deals on drinks and light bites in one of Staunton’s most unique settings….
Sundays are made for brunch, and at the Depot Grille, we’ve got something for all appetites, whether you’re looking for breakfast or lunch. Join us from 11 AM–2 PM for Chicken and waffles, classic Eggs Benedict, or our hearty Brunch Burger. Pair it with a loaded Bloody Mary or a…
Step inside the stories that built The Blackburn. This guided tour takes you behind the scenes of The Blackburn Inn & Conference Center, once a 19th-century mental health facility and now a thoughtfully restored boutique hotel. Explore the original architecture of Thomas Blackburn’s Greek Revival masterpiece, hear the untold stories…
On June 14 at 6 pm, Arcadia Project is proud to offer the first installment in their series, ARCADIA PRESENTS, a series of street entertainment programs designed for Shop and Dine Out Downtown. The series includes local and regional musicians performing acoustically, two dance groups, and a theatrical blood workshop…
The Heifetz Festival of Concerts returns for its 29th Anniversary Season in Summer 2025 from June 26—August 2! The diverse and ambitious set of concerts will feature our renowned faculty, special guests, and of course, our world class students. You can expect a robust schedule of 50+ concerts of vital,…
Comedy. Tragedy. Chemistry. Spanning three decades and stitched together by scars both physical and emotional, Gruesome Playground Injuries traces the unpredictable connection between two people who keep crashing into each other at their most vulnerable moments. Rajiv Joseph’s script is sharp, strange, and deeply human — exploring how we hurt,…
A Life in Color: 65 Years of Art by Joanne Bolton 🎨 Opening Reception: Friday, July 11 · 5–7PM Show runs July 11 – July 31 Free Join us for a very special evening as we celebrate Staunton’s own Joanne Bolton and her incredible 65-year journey in art. “A Life…
Join RichMahj at The Junction for a beginner-friendly American Mahjong lesson—no experience required! You’ll learn the rules, practice hands-on play, and be guided every step of the way by experienced instructors in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Set in the stylish, speakeasy-inspired atmosphere of The Junction, guests will enjoy complimentary light…
Some stories begin with “once upon a time.” Ours begins with a king who lets jealousy steal everything he loved. Years later, it will take two determined sisters, a stolen bear, and the power of a heartfelt apology to set things right. Sorry, Most Sorry is a playful, heart-filled retelling…
Join us for more Groovin’ in the Garden this time featuring Bloo Lagoon!!!! Daddy Mack’s Grub Shack will be serving up the delicious food! All shows 6:00-9:00M $5 Suggested Donation Supporting Staunton City Schools!
Join us for more Groovin’ in the Garden featuring The Invasion!!!! Brats and More will be serving up the delicious food! All shows 6:00-9:00M $5 Suggested Donation Supporting Staunton City Schools!
Join us for more Groovin’ in the Garden featuring Valerie McQueen and her full band!!!! Cousins Maine Lobster will be serving up the delicious food! All shows 6:00-9:00M $5 Suggested Donation Supporting Staunton City Schools!
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