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Stauntonians love the bustle and community spirit they get from heading downtown each weekend for the Shop and Dine Out in Downtown and Beyond program. It’s a great feeling to enjoy Staunton’s varied cuisine in the great outdoors and greet your neighbors as they walk by. Popular since the pandemic,…

We’re now deep into the fall season. Suddenly the 80-degree days are gone, and it’s time to pull out the sweaters, find the perfect pumpkin patch, and pose for family fall portraits. From leaf-peeping, pumpkin picking, seasonal festivals, and autumn flavors, here’s how to make the most and fall in…

Food and Wine credits Virginia’s passionate wine-making culture, high-quality production, and range of terrains for its becoming “one of the most unexpected and exciting wine-producing states in the country.” In recent years, wine aficionados have flocked from around the world to sample our varietals. Staunton is ideally situated in Virginia…

Congratulations on deciding to visit Staunton for the first time! We promise you’ll have so much fun exploring that you’ll start planning your next visit right away. Here are our insider tips for first-time visitors to the Queen City. Why Visit Staunton? Tips and Tricks History Learn about Staunton history…

Planning a trip this fall? Staunton is an excellent choice for both groups and solo travelers. Visitors can enjoy a mix of history, food, nature, culture, and adventure. Here’s a mix-and-match list of itinerary items designed with the solo traveler in mind. Connect with the Locals Want to have an…

Hey, Gen Z! Looking for one last adventure before you head back to class? Think Staunton’s just a Boomer town? Think again. Staunton has enough culture, dining, and outdoor adventure to keep all generations busy. Whether you’re in town for the day or weekend, here’s how to have a last…

School’s already here, but there’s plenty of time to take one last family trip while the weather’s still nice and before the fall sports schedule starts up again. Round up the kids, the snacks, the dog, the camera, and head to Staunton for the day or for the long weekend….

Whether your dog is your necessary therapy animal, your best friend, or part of the family, you probably like being together as much as possible! If you hate to leave home without your fur baby by your side, you’ll be pleased to learn that Staunton loves dogs. Here’s our guide…

Craft Beer Month is here, and it’s time to celebrate by getting to know your local brews. Head to a microbrewery to sample beer made with high-quality, often local ingredients, lovingly crafted by one dedicated brewer. Not only are craft beers available in a variety of interesting, seasonal flavors, they…

With temperatures staying warm this week, it seems like summer is here to stay. The truth, however, is that there are only a few more weeks before the kids head back to school and days get shorter. Before we know it, fall with be arriving with its bright colors and…

You’ve had a full day exploring the great outdoors or experiencing the history and culture of Staunton. Now it’s time to cool off and unwind with a beer, cocktail, iced coffee, or a shake! Whether you’re cooling off with the kids, grabbing a cold one with your friends for great…

Tours are wonderful ways to see new places because someone has taken the pressure off of you and done all the planning! Your guide has identified the best attractions, curated the stories, provided a unique perspective, and streamlined the adventure so that you see as much as you can in…