Jul 14, 2026 / logansm
Ben Roe is President and CEO of the Heifetz International Music Institute, one of the world's leading training programs for young classical musicians. He is the author of the following guest blog, sharing his perspective on the Institute in its thirtieth year and its connection to Staunton. More
Apr 09, 2026 / egnidziejko
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 the tour. More
Mar 12, 2026 / egnidziejko
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. More
Feb 24, 2026 / egnidziejko
March is Women's Month. Support Staunton’s female-owned and female co-owned businesses and attend the Third Annual Valley Women’s Weekend. More
Sep 11, 2025 / egnidziejko
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. More
Aug 01, 2025 / egnidziejko
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. More
Jun 21, 2025 / egnidziejko
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. More
Jun 06, 2025 / egnidziejko
Staunton is a town where bold color meets bold spirit, and everyone’s welcome. Here's how to find Staunton's rainbow of colors. More