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Ditch the airport and highway stress and instead embrace a scenic journey to Staunton, a town that’s perfectly poised for a car-free adventure. Here’s how reach all the culture, cuisine, and captivating fun of Staunton by rail.

By this time of year, you’ve likely gotten used to downtown Staunton closing to vehicular traffic and transforming into a pedestrian mall each weekend. What a way to experience the best of Staunton’s welcoming community, notable restaurants, and unique boutiques! However, winter is on the horizon. While that means the…

How is this already the last week of September? Most days might still feel like summer, but changes in the weather and the color palette are coming soon. Want to enjoy the final greens of summer, the early autumnal hues, and all the Staunton-area seasonal celebrations? Check out these things…

Staunton will undergo a wondrous transformation to welcome wizards, witches, and the delightful magic of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter universe for the tenth annual Queen City Mischief & Magic (QCMM) festival.

Labor Day Weekend is here, and you should visit Staunton for a last-chance long weekend getaway before the leaves change.

Craft brewers contribute more than just pints to Virginia. They add jobs, tourism dollars, and a sense of place. This August, Governor Glenn Youngkin formally declared it Virginia Craft Beer Month, a nod to the state’s 300-plus independent breweries and their role in shaping local culture. Staunton makes a fitting…

Staunton and Augusta County residents—this fall, rediscover the incredible cultural experiences right in your own backyard. The Local Culture Pass, found in your Staunton Parks & Recreation Fall Activity Guide, unlocks exclusive discounts and special offers at some of Staunton’s most beloved attractions—all just for locals. Whether you’re in the…

For ten straight days every August, the Staunton Music Festival draws more than 90 professional musicians from around the world to perform an ambitious lineup of vocal, chamber, and symphonic music. The 2025 festival (August 15-24) has several concert options each day, ranging from medieval chants to newly commissioned works.

July in Staunton can be scorching, but it has places to swim, sip, and slurp your way back to comfort. Here’s our splashy, boozy, frozen-treat guide to help you cool down the summer heat.

Summer living might be easy, but it doesn’t last long.. So, slow down and savor everything Staunton’s sweet summertime has to offer.

Staunton is one of the Shenandoah Valley’s leading food destinations, and we’ve developed a flavor-packed roadmap highlighting its hotspots. Here’s how to stay well fed from breakfast to brews while dining in Staunton.

The Staunton summer music scene has a great deal to offer, from special events to regularly occurring live music. Here’s a guide to your Staunton summer playlist.