• Events & Classes on Resort at Massanutten Resort  Website 

• Acrylic Pour Class, Ladies Paint Night, Kids Nature Class, Kids Acrylic Pour Class at Artisan Galleries @ Massanutten Resort  Website 

• Charcuterie Carving & Decorating Class by Valley Olive Oil & Balsamics @ Massanutten Resort Market  Website 

• Charcuterie Carving & Decorating Class by Beyond The Board Charcuterie Classes/Valley Olive Oil & Balsamics @ White Oak Lavender Farm  Website 

• Healing Olive Oil Herbal Salve Crafting Class @ Valley Olive Oil & Balsamics,  McGaheysville  1.5 Miles west of Massanutten  Website 

• Creative art/craft/painting studio (Daily) @ I Arted In The Valley,  McGaheysville  1.5 Miles west of Massanutten  Website 

• Creative art/craft/painting studio (Daily) @ KimBo Designs, Elkton  4.7 Miles east of Massanutten  Website 

• 2A Training Center @ Blue Ridge Outdoor Supplies, Elkton  6.4 Miles east of Massanutten  Website

• Events @ Pure Shenandoah, Elkton  6.5 Miles east of Massanutten  Website  

• Also see our wineries and breweries for activities like dancing, music events, food events, holiday & seasonal crafting, painting, yoga, etc.

Summer 2025

Also see Featured Events photos below for local summer events listing by towns in Rockingham County

June 7–Grottoes.

Join us for our 3rd Annual Cave and Karst Expo celebrating National Cave Week at Grand Caverns Park, 5 Grand Caverns Drive from noon-4pm. There will be activities for all ages at this tabeled expo event where you can meet and interact with a variety of partners and local organizations in relation to Cave and Karst landscapes. Food from Hanks Grille and Bar food truck. The Cave and Karst Expo is a Free event, but our walking tours are not included in this free event. 540-249-5705 or https://grandcaverns.com/visit/events/.

June 13–Shenandoah Nat’l Park.

Join the Shenandoah Mountain Guide for the basic outdoor survival skills course at Big Meadows Lodge, mile 51 off Skyline Drive from 9am-4pm. Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now what”. This event will take place in all weather conditions, excluding thunderstorms. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how best to use them in a survival situation. Minimum age 12 years and reservations required. www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/basic-outdoor-skills or 301-667-3560.

June 14–Harrisonburg.

Join us downtown for our "Best.Weekend.Ever" event, starting at noon. This event will have a variety of activities and entertainment spread throughout the district for all ages. There will be live music, magicians, community art projects, arts and crafts activities, food trucks, vendors, Sip & Stroll, and more. https://downtownharrisonburg.org/events/best-weekend-ever/ or 540-432-8922.

June 14–Harrisonburg.

The 10th Anniversary of the "Ride To Fight Suicide" at Blue Ridge Powersports, 20 Heritage Drive, starting 8am. To make it 10 years, was only possible with the love and support of each and everyone of you that’s helped, participated, contributed and made donations supporting some great organizations and bringing mental health awareness to the valley. There will be a silent auction, 50/50, food and drinks, music by "Back in Time" and more. Check it out online at www.facebook.com/groups/618275721850309/posts/2500068613671001/ or call 540-849-6209.

June 21–Dayton.

Come to Fort Harrison and learn about trades of the past from our talented and devoted tradesmen and women at the Colonial Trades Fair, from 10am-3pm. There will be authentic live demonstrations, sales of handcrafted items and fun for the whole family. Free admission. https://fortharrisonva.org/Colonial-Trades-Fair.html or 540-879-2280.

June 21–Harrisonburg.

10th Annual “The Shop” Poker Run at the AmVets Post 7, 1340 N. Liberty Street, starting 9am and ends at up at The Clubhouse, 17183 Bergton Road, Bergton. We will have a pig roast, 50/50 drawing, live music, firearms raffles and more. All vehicles welcome. Registration starts at 9am. Road blessings and announcements 10:15am. First bike out 10:30am, last bike out 11am. Featuring food, raffles, live music and more. Single rider $15.00 and w/passenger $20.00.  This event is to benefit the Brian “Bucky” Anderson Memorial Scholarship Fund, and fundraiser for “The Shop”. For more details www.facebook.com/events/2585883764955127/ or call Jimmy at 540-975-2223.

June 27-28–Harrisonburg.

41st Annual Ray Gordon Fly-In and Giant Scale Model Airplane Show from 10am-5pm both days. For directions to the show www.vrcfc.org/flying-field.html. This is a family friendly event. Food and beverages available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair and plan on having a great day. Free admission to spectators. For directions visit: www.vrcfc.org/events.html or call 540-533-2446.

June 29-October 31–Nation-Wide.

The "Let’s Ride Challenge",  helps support our troops. Ride for Heroes is an extension of the Harley-Davidson spirit, celebrating our nations’ military, veterans and first responders with a contest where riders compete for prizes (win 1 of 5 new Harley-Davidson motorcycles) by logging miles with participating dealerships and earn dealership engagements, all of which add up to a “Rev Score.” By participating, you’re not just competing for prizes, you’re making a meaningful impact. Ride with pride, knowing you’re helping those who’ve served. For more information www.h-dletsride.com/.

July 5–Harrisonburg.

Bring your family and friends to witness the stunning colors and awe-inspiring explosions lighting up the night sky at our Independence Day Fireworks. To find the best viewing visit www.facebook.com/events/1263936194824563/. Join us before the fireworks show for free family-friendly live music at the Turner Pavillion, 228 South Liberty Street. 540-432-8922.

July 25–Shenandoah National Park.

Join the Shenandoah Mountain Guides at Skyland Resort, mile 41.7 and 42.5, in Shenandoah National Park for their “Map and Compass Navigation” event. Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology, or even the sun. If you’re interested in how to find out where you are, where you’re going and how you’re going to get there, this activity is for you. Never feel helplessly lost again. www.goshenandoah.com/activities-events/hiking/map-and-compass or 301- 667-3560.

July 26–Harrisonburg.

The Cave Comedy Fest will be held at Melrose Civil War Caverns. 6639 North Valley Pike, shows at 5p, 7pm and 9pm.  Experience a comedy show inside the cave featuring headliner Dewayne White and the Funny Womacks. Enjoy food and beverages from local vendors including beer/wine for the fest, mine for gems, listen to live music featuring local artists inside the historic reception hall steps away from the cave entrance for the show. Outside tailgate and enjoy various lawn activities including cornhole, can jam, and axe throwing. For more information call 540-560-3356 or www.melrosecaverns.com/comedy.

July 26–Harrisonburg.

The Friendly City Fortune Mega Raffle is back for 2025. Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance is giving away a total of $250,000 in cash and prizes every 5 minutes for 4 hours during this summer’s mega raffle. (Drawing on Saturday, July 26th). Take your chance on winning vehicles, electronics, vacation packages, outdoor gear, and cash. Raffle tickets are $100 each and include two entries per ticket. Ticket holders are eligible to win multiple prizes. Only 5,000 tickets will be sold. Details online at https://downtownharrisonburg.org/friendlycityfortune/. Proceeds from this raffle will go to benefit HDR and Downtown Harrisonburg.

August 9–Shenandoah Valley.

The Route 11 Yard Crawl is over 43 miles of yard/business sales along the Old Valley Pike, U.S. Route 11. There is no official starting point for the crawl. For more information call 540-984-8400 or visit online at https://shenandoahcountychamber.com/Rt-11-Yard-Crawl.

August 11-16–Harrisonburg.

Rockingham County Fair will be held at 4808 S. Valley Pike. The fair has something for everyone, featuring food, exhibits, rides, live music and so much more. Bring your own seating. We offer RV camping, call to reserve 540-434-0005 or www.rockinghamcountyfair.com/.

August 16–Dayton.

Join us for our summer concert at the Dove Park Pavilion, 360 College Street from 7-9pm. Music by "Nothing Fancy".  Bring a lawn chair or blanket and grab a cooler, BYOB alcoholic beverages are allowed (I.D. required). The Shenandoah Street Food Truck will be here. Admission is free and the event is pet friendly. www.facebook.com/events/1020822329598319/ or 540-879-2241,

August 16–Harrisonburg.

10th Annual “Sing Me High” Music Festival will be held at the Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center, 1921 Heritage Center Way. This is a  celebration of music and faith in the Shenandoah Valley. Festivities include loads of talented friends, food trucks and more. 540-438-1275.or https://brethrenmennoniteheritage.org/events-calendar.

August 18–Harrisonburg.

Embark on a tail-wagging adventure when you visit Kline's Dairy Bar, 2425 N. Main Street, from 4:30-6:30pm and treat your pup to a delicious pup cup with proceeds benefiting the Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA. The RHSPCA will be on-site with adoptable dogs, so you can meet some adorable furry friends while you indulge for a great cause. Visit https://rhspca.org/events-calendar/scoops-snoots-pup-cup-tour-stop-3-klines-dairy-bar/ or 540-434-5270.

September 20–Elkton.

Get ready for an afternoon of hands on excitement and buckle up for big fun at our "Touch-a-Truck" event from 2-5pm. This free community event invites families to explore fire trucks, police cruisers, construction vehicles and more. Kids can climb aboard, honk the horns, and meet the everyday heroes who operate these amazing machines. Want to participate? Contact us at 540-713-4062 or www.facebook.com/people/Town-of-Elkton-Virginia/100069240698622/.

September 20–McGaheysville.

Join us on the mountain at Massanutten Resort, 4614 Massanutten Drive from 11:30am-5:30pm rain or shine, to kick off the start of Oktoberfest . We will have live bands, food trucks, activities for all, a variety of beer, wine and more. Admission $35.00, kids 6 and under are free. Tickets are non-refundable. Rain or shine event. Be prepared to present proper ID. No food/beverages, coolers, ect. 540-434-0309 or www.massresort.com/play/live-events/oktoberfest-kick-off-concert/.

Fall 2025

October 4–Dayton.

The 45th Annual Autumn Celebration will be held from 8:30am-4pm. Enjoy a full-day with a variety of vendors, arts/crafts, food, beverages, and live concerts. Learn about our town at the Rocktown History Museum and there will be more vendors at Fort Harrison. For more information visit www.daytonva.us/community/pages/dayton-days-autumn-celebration or 540-879-2241.

October 25–Harrisonburg.

Join us for our "Skeleton Fest" from noon-4pm. The festival features kid, dog and adult costume contests, arts and crafts activities, food trucks, Sip & Stroll, and even more surprises. Activities include, trick-or-treating at downtown businesses and culminate with a fun all-ages block party across Downtown. https://downtownharrisonburg.org/skeleton-fest/ or 540-432-8935.

Winter 2024

• December 7, 14-Grottoes.

Caroling in the Caverns is a fundraising event held at Grand Caverns, 5 Caverns Drive, Choose between three tour times and enjoy a 50 minute tour and concert deep inside the Grand Caverns. We’ll have it all decorated for you. https://grandcaverns.com/visit/events/ or 540-249-5705.

Winter 2023  

• Nov.-Jan. (see site calendar)-Massanutten Resort

Light Up The Park walk through light display at the outdoor waterpark. Website 

• December 1-3–Winchester.

Join the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst Street, for “Garden Lights”, taking place Wednesdays-Sundays. This is a dramatic nighttime lighting which will transform the formal gardens into an immersive art experience. Souvenirs, drinks, including hot pretzels, water, hot cocoa, mulled wine, and more will be available for purchase. Admission fee, ages 4 and under are free. Early purchases are strongly encouraged. Call 540-662-1473 for more details.

• December 1-3–Elkton.

The “Christmas Celebration and Dinner Show” will be held at the Community Center, 20593 Blue and Gold Drive, from 6-9pm all days. A fun evening celebrating the Christmas season with great food and music featuring “Southern Grace”, “Clifford Shifflett”, and “Big City Band”. Meal included with ticket. Proceeds benefit local charities. For more information call 540-298-8730 or www.facebook.com/events/710650674451603/?ref=newsfeed.

• December 1-4–Harrisonburg. 

Bring your favorite pets to the Valley Mall, 1925 E. Market Street, to support the Humane Society by purchasing a photo. Santa’s photography team will also accept any in-person donations for the Humane Society on Mondays or during scheduled “Pet Nights”. For details call 540-433-1797

• December 1, 14–Luray.

8th Annual “Holiday Festival” at the Visitors Center, 18 Campbell Street, from 4-9pm. Enjoy live holiday music, kid’s crafts, barrel train/wagon rides, food vendors and much more. The event is free, but a $5.00 cash or canned food donations for pictures with Santa. Christmas tree lighting 7:30pm at 1 East Main Street on the 1st and the Christmas parade 6pm on Main Street on the 14th. 540-743-5511.

• December 2–Town of Shenandoah.

The “Reindeer Run” will be held at the Shenandoah River Park, 315 Morrison Road, from 10-11am. Participants can look forward to a 2-mile run. Registration is open at $20.00 per participant and each registered runner will receive an exclusive event hat. This event will be a great experience for all involved, blending fitness, community spirit, and the holiday season. Holiday themed costumes are welcome. To register visit online at www.trisignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=153872 or call 540-742-9386.

• December 2–Harrisonburg.

Tis the season for our “Winter Wonderfest” downtown. Enjoy carriage rides, photos with Santa, performances, and more. “Holidays Around the World” is the parade theme, that begins at 7pm on Main Street. After the parade the tree lighting ceremony in Court Square. 540-432-7701.

• December 2–New Market.

Annual “Tis the Season Holiday Celebration” downtown. The Parade starts at 5pm on Congress Street and after the parade stop by the Library to see Santa and Mrs. Claus and pick up your goody bag, (while supplies last). 540-740-3432.

• December 2, 9, 17-Grottoes.

Caroling in the Caverns, a fundraising event. Proceeds to be used for the Grottoes Ruritan Scholarship Fund, Boys & Girls Club, and for a new playground at Grand Caverns Park. Kids 12 and under will be admitted free if they donate a school supply(s). Otherwise, admission is $15.00 per person. The Grand Caverns tour and concerts last 50 minutes. For more information visit online at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/grandcaverns/items/?flow=8274&full-items=yes or call 540-249-5705.

• December-3-Town of Grottoes.

Merry Grinchmas Christmas Parade 5 pm Website 

• December-7-Town of Elkton.

Christmas Tree Lighting (Rockingham Street) 6 pm

• December-9-Town of Elkton.

Christmas Parade (Spotswood Ave. and N. Stuart Ave., line up begins at 4pm) 5 pm

• December 9–Town of Shenandoah.

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Big Gem Park, 736 Fourth Street, starting 6pm. There will be caroling, visits with Santa, cookies and candy canes while supplies last. Call 540-652-8773 for more information.

• December 16–Town of Elkton.

Downtown Marketplace (Town Hall) 12-7 pm

Old Town Christmas & Downtown Hay Wagon Rides 4-7 pm

Spring 2025

• April 26–Dayton.

Annual Redbud Arts and Crafts Festival will be held on College Street in the downtown area, from 10am-4pm. Festivities include: 100+ handmade arts, crafts, food vendors, free redbud sapling giveaway, horse drawn carriage rides, live music, a beer garden, antique car cruise-in and more. Also the Annual Ducky Races at Cook’s Creek Park starting 1pm. Duckies are $5.00 each, cash only. Visit:  www.daytonva.us/community/pages/redbud-artscrafts-festival or 540-879-2241.

• April 26–Dayton.

Join us for our 1st Annual Fiber Festival. This event is co-sponsored by Fort Harrison and the Virginia Qullt Museum. The Town of Dayton is sponsoring the Redbud Festival the same day so the town will be busy with lots to do. For more information contact the quilt museum info@vaquiltmuseum.org, 540-433-3818 or Fort harrisonfortharrisonva@gmail.org, 540-879-2280.