Come to Downtown Lynchburg on the first Friday of every month, starting at 5pm! First Fridays is a monthly cultural event highlighting local artists, performers, exhibits, and more! Stop by one of the many art galleries offering new exhibits and special performances, then make a night of it in downtown! First Fridays’ primary purpose is to highlight the organizations and […]
Head to the Academy Center of the Arts for First Friday every month. They feature a variety of artwork throughout the year in our three gallery spaces on property. The Ann White Academy Gallery and Art Up Front Gallery, both located on the first floor of the Academy Center of the Arts at 600 Main Street and The Arts Education […]
Summer in Lynchburg is not complete without Fireworks on the Riverfront! We are thrilled to once again welcome friends and families to Downtown Lynchburg on Friday, July 5, for our 4th year hosting this FREE event. Visitors can expect food, music, and activities to kick off at 6pm at Riverfront Park with the fireworks show beginning just after dark – […]
Put on your walking shoes and take a stroll through Downtown Lynchburg while hearing stories of local tragedies and history of the area. There will also be 2 demos of paranormal detection equipment, including the SBJ7 Spirit Box. Every Friday and Saturday at 7. Meets at Community Market fountain.
Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park. Pick out constellations, observe planets and nebula through a telescope, and take in the silhouette of the star-lit Blue Ridge Mountains. Be sure to bring something comfortable to sit on and a red-light flashlight if you have one; it will help preserve your night […]
The Forest Farmer’s Market is an outdoor market, with Producer only farmer and artisan products!Â
Come downtown and experience one of the nation’s oldest markets! The Lynchburg Community Market plays an important role in our beautiful downtown as a community gathering place offering the very best products from our region. Each season offers variety of fresh produce and many other items. Stop by to see what keeps us local and proud!
Put on your walking shoes and take a stroll through Downtown Lynchburg while hearing stories of local tragedies and history of the area. There will also be 2 demos of paranormal detection equipment, including the SBJ7 Spirit Box. Every Friday and Saturday at 7. Meets at Community Market fountain.
Experience the park at night with a ranger guide pointing out stars and planets, nocturnal wildlife, and the joys of a natural night with low light pollution. This moderate 1.5-mile hike will give you a chance to encounter owls, lightning bugs, shooting stars, and the moonlit silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This family-friendly hike is best enjoyed in close-toed […]
This event showcases some of the finest songwriters in the area. If you are looking to hear original music or want to perform your own, come hangout with us! While you are here, check out some great handcrafted beers!
What pairs well with beer and friends? Karaoke! We have DJ Liz dishing out tunes for you cool cats to sing to. Everyone is welcome!
Experience the Blackwater Creek Natural Area like never before! Kayak around the creek with no need to rush for dinner. We’ve got you covered with a picnic at Hollins Mill Park. This is an opportunity to see natural features of the Blackwater Creek that others don’t often get to discover.
