This weekend in Dublin, VA

This show at Central Church- Radford focuses on toys and diecast items.

Merctoberfest Heritage Market brings a festive celebration of fall to Thee Draper Village. Explore a variety of local vendors, enjoy a music jam, and cheer on a pet costume contest. Draper Mercantile and Trading Company will feature live music and food specials, and food trucks Copper Dog & Co and Playa Bowls will be serving. Friends and pups are welcome. Vendor inquiries may be sent to holly@drapermerc.com.

Set out from Pulaski Train Depot for a 5-10K fundraiser that welcomes runners, joggers, walkers, stroller pushers, and well-behaved pups. The route follows the Dora Trail and continues onto a portion of New River Trail State Park. Run Roanoke provides official timing for competitive participants, with medals for the first, second, and third place finishers. Every registrant receives a participation medal and a T-shirt.

Celebrate the season at the 2nd Annual Peterstown Harvest Days, featuring the Peterstown Harvest Market alongside the inaugural Community Cruise-In. This outdoor gathering brings the community together with a welcoming mix of local pride and fall traditions. At the Harvest Market, visitors can explore artisan creations, crafts, specialty goods, and other merchandise from small businesses across the region while catching up with friends and neighbors. Food and specialty drink trucks will be on site with a variety of options to enjoy. The Community Cruise-In welcomes cars, trucks, and specialty bikes for a showcase where guests can admire a range of vehicles and vote for the Community Choice Award. A 50/50 drawing adds to the excitement, and food and drink vendors will also be available. Proceeds from the Cruise-In support the Peterstown Playground Project, helping create a new space for local children and families. Vehicle participants are encouraged to make a suggested $15 donation to register. The Market and Cruise-In are within easy walking distance of one another, making it simple to visit both and enjoy a day of shopping, eating, and automotive fun in Peterstown.

Explore your family history with hands-on support in the Ronnie and Faye Marcum Blacksburg History and Genealogy Room at The Alexander Black House. Carol Smith and Don Braffitt will be available to help you start a family tree or delve into more advanced areas of genealogical research. All experience levels are welcome. Arrive with questions about research and discovering your roots, or come without prior knowledge and receive step-by-step guidance. There is no cost to attend, and the event is open to the public.

This inaugural Oktoberfest celebration features live music from Chance Carico.

Enjoy an outdoor screening in Hillsville of The Silence of the Lambs at the Hillsville VFW. This Academy Award winning thriller stars Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins and follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling as she seeks the guidance of the brilliant yet dangerous Dr. Hannibal Lecter to pursue a serial killer. Admission is free. Concessions will be available from Purple Moon Cafe and Up & Down Cafe, along with freshly popped popcorn. Bring a canned food donation to receive free popcorn as a thank you for supporting the community. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable seating. This film is rated R and intended for mature audiences.