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Balloons Over Rockbridge, July 6-7, Lexington, Virginia.

2024 Festivals & Events Guide

Our biggest compendium of events yet brings you 617 perfect gatherings for fun in 7 mountain states!
Ben Morton Overlook is the best spot for perfect sunsets.

Insider’s Guide to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Our contributing editor, a chronic visitor to the park for five decades, offers her insights and tips for a celebration visit.
The old train tunnel has become a highlight of the trail.

Whitesburg, Kentucky: Walking the Old L&N

The paved Tanglewood Trail offers just over four miles of level and enjoyable walking with touches of history and friendliness.
Princeton’s past, present and future are captured in dozens of street murals.

Princeton, West Virginia: A Come-Together Place Where Everyone is Welcome

Princeton was built by the Virginian Railway . . . and it’s being rebuilt with strategic, artistic grace.
Artists showcase their creativity on April 6 at the Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk.

April 2024 Festival & Event Guide

Food and drink! Music and artworks! Seasonal celebrations galore! Pick your favorite festival theme and start planning.

Departments

Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
From The Editor

Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

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