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…
The RESIST! art show is a powerful all-media exhibition featuring works by artists who speak truth to power, exploring themes of protest, community, and action. The opening night was a high-energy event with live music, hands-on workshops, and local advocacy groups, but the art will remain on view at Art…
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…
Grab your friends and join us for a Slice of History in our garden with free pizza, community conversations and special activities. Celebrate Civic Season and connect with community partners on ways to be civically engaged, chat with others on what civics means to you, make advocacy buttons and more…
Explore the styles and techniques of iconic artists! Each week, we’ll focus on a different artist, experimenting with their medium and approach. Instructor: Kathleen Garcia Assistants: Brigitte Huson & Kirsten Schneider Bring a snack & beverage if desired. What to Expect: 🎨 Create mini artworks for a personal Museum Book,…
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,…
From mastering the basics to learning expert tips & tricks of working with resin, you’ll leave with skills and a unique piece of functional art! There will be a variety of molds and extras to choose from. Space is limited to eight. Demolding and finishing the following evening. Instructor: Tanya…
🎨Join ACHS for historical games, trivia, crafts, music, & more!💡 We will have several activity stations including a photobooth, “guess who” game with historical figures, historic places coloring pages, and Ida Stover will be visiting from the 29th Infantry Division to share about her history in the County. We will…
Join us for an engaging midday discussion about one of America’s most pivotal presidential elections! When: June 27, 2025 What to Bring: Your bagged lunch and curiosity about history! Where: The Archives and Research Center on our campus Discover how the 1824 Presidential election marked a turning point in American…
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