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One great thing about Staunton is that your summer music playlist can include an eclectic mix of genres. We have massive roots festivals, quiet background jazz, and even chances to catch your neighbors strumming their guitars. Here is your guide to Staunton’s live summer music.

Whether you are traveling to Staunton specifically to catch a high-caliber production or you are a local parent looking for a way to wear out the kids with stage combat, we have plenty of ways to engage with the performing arts. Here is your summer theater playbook for navigating the…

The Garden Club of Virginia’s Historic Garden Week (HGW) returns to Staunton at the peak of spring on Saturday, April 18. We spoke with Laura Nordstrom, chair of Staunton’s garden tour, who answered our questions, provided lots of insider information, and even gave us some gardening tips. Here’s how to enjoy…

“Bookshops are dreams built of wood and paper. They are time travel and escape and knowledge and power. They are, simply put, the best of places.”  Evan Friss, The Bookshop There’s no better time to celebrate Staunton’s thriving indie bookstore scene than spring in the Shenandoah Valley, especially with both…

Let’s welcome spring by getting outside and joining the community for some fun. Here’s a roundup of Staunton-area spring events.

Are you that person who gets bored on the beach and can’t relax at the spa? Do you like your vacations to have purpose and engage your hands and your mind? If all this sounds like you, try a skillcation in Staunton. You’ll be able to do all the vacation-y…

Born and raised in Staunton, Chris Lassiter is an unofficial ambassador of Visit Staunton. He’s constantly telling everyone in his network to visit his hometown at every opportunity. A storyteller with Staunton Black Business Collective, Chris can be found wherever conversations around helping the community flourish are happening.  Since I’m guest blogging…

The Virginia Central Railroad arrived in Staunton in 1854 and transformed it from a quiet town into a thriving commercial center. The Wharf Historic District exploded with warehouses, hotels, restaurants, liveries, saloons, and other businesses. And while alternative forms of shipping and transportation have since claimed some of the local…

March is Women’s Month. Support Staunton’s female-owned and female co-owned businesses and attend the Third Annual Valley Women’s Weekend.

With Valentine’s Day this weekend, you’re probably looking to impress someone, bond with your besties, or distract yourself with something delicious. Here’s your guide to everything sweet in Staunton.

Staunton has plenty of in-town and nearby trails and biking routes, making outdoor recreation a stellar option, even in the coldest winter months. Our mix of in-town parks and nearby mountain trails has winter hiking and biking options for different skill levels and all types of weather. 

To some adults, winter means it’s time to snuggle up with a book or a new series. But if the kids are home from school and don’t know the meaning of “chill” here’s a list of 6-7 kid-friendly Staunton winter activities.