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Staunton Summer Cool Down

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

Sweet Summertime in Staunton

Jul 18, 2024 / egnidziejko

Summer living might be easy, but the season is fleeting. Soon the kids head back to school, and fall activities will fill our calendars. So how can we slow down and enjoy these last precious weeks of summer? More

How to Have a Blast this 4th of July in Staunton

Jun 27, 2024 / egnidziejko

Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. Each year we remember the birth of American independence with patriotic activities, festive decorations, parades, sparklers and fireworks, concerts, barbecues, and lots of red, white, and blue. More

Summer Begins! How to See Virginia’s Flora and Fauna

Jun 20, 2024 / egnidziejko

June 20 marked the first day of summer, and Staunton is bursting with life! The longer days and warmer weather mean that plants are blooming and animals are out and about. Whether you’re hiking in Shenandoah National Park or strolling down a local country road, there’s no better time to appreciate the natural beauty of Virginia. More

Embrace the Return of Shop & Dine Out in Downtown

Mar 28, 2024 / egnidziejko

Spring is here, and it’s time to get outside and enjoy it! Staunton’s Shop and Dine Out in Downtown weekend program will resume the first Friday in April and continue through October. The popular program started during the pandemic but has become a permanent warm-weather Staunton tradition showcasing the best of the city’s vibrant food scene, culture, and community. More

Last Family Summer Hurrah in Staunton

Aug 17, 2023 / egnidziejko

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. More