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Staunton Is Made of Magic

Apr 18, 2025 / egnidziejko

Many people flock to Staunton in September to mingle with wizards and dragons at the annual Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival. However, Staunton is made of magic every day of the year! Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, Staunton, Virginia is the kind of place where everyday moments feel like a special kind of magic made just for you. More

Top 10 Things We’re Thankful For in Staunton 

Oct 31, 2024 / egnidziejko

As we head into the holiday rush. Take a deep breath before the chaos starts, take advantage of the extra hour because Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend. Put off planning the Thanksgiving feast, anticipating the Black Friday sales, and thinking about your holiday travel plans and appreciate what you already have. More

Embrace the Great Outdoors in Staunton

May 30, 2024 / egnidziejko

Each June, we celebrate Great Outdoors Month, and boy, is Staunton the place to do it. The weather is warm and mild, nature is at its seasonal peak, and the kids are out of school and full of energy. Step away from the couch and the screens and embrace the beauty and healing qualities of the great outdoors. More

Your Guide to Getting to Staunton

Mar 21, 2024 / egnidziejko

Before the 1850s, the only way to get anywhere in the Shenandoah Valley was to travel by horseback or stagecoach along the Valley Pike (today’s Route 11), which connected Staunton to Winchester and beyond. When the Virginia Central Railroad arrived in 1854, Staunton became a hub for commerce and travel. More