Sep 10, 2026 / egnidziejko
Staunton will once again transform into an enchanted village for the eleventh annual Queen City Mischief & Magic (QCMM) festival. The fun isn’t restricted to just one magical universe: the inclusive festival encourages imagination and creativity, and welcomes all the wonderfully weird fans who keep diverse fantasy worlds alive. More
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
Jul 09, 2026 / egnidziejko
Staunton is a wonderful example of a great American small town. We’re small (around 26,000 people), walkable, fun, and we’re welcoming to all, whether you’re someone who’s been here for generations or you’re just passing through. More
Apr 07, 2026 / cormierkb
"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 National Indie Bookshop Day and the upcoming Shenandoah Valley Indie Bookstore Crawl on the horizon. 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
Jan 15, 2026 / egnidziejko
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. More
Sep 25, 2025 / egnidziejko
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? More
Jul 18, 2025 / egnidziejko
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. More