The best things to do in Harrisonburg

“Celebrating 25 years, Heritage Oaks Golf Course is the city’s own award-winning muni with creeping bentgrass from tee to green and seriously receptive greens. Play this week for evening leagues, a tune-up with their PGA pro, or just a round on a layout GOLF Magazine calls underrated.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Melrose Caverns turns a stroll underground into a legit Civil War time capsule, complete with more than 150 soldier inscriptions and stories from the camps. Go for the guided tour, then keep an eye out for quirky events like Cave Comedy Fest or Caroling in the Caverns.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Escapism Escape Rooms is locally owned in Downtown Harrisonburg and builds original, tech-driven puzzles with real storytelling, plus private rooms so your crew can focus on the fun. Pick your mission, from a speakeasy sting to prison breakouts, Mars survival, a haunted gauntlet, or a high-stakes lab crisis.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 12, 2026

“From an 18-hole mini golf course to a full driving range with the Power Tee System and The Smash Factory for lessons and fittings, Mulligan's Golf Center keeps your game sharp. Grab tips from certified instructors, then reward yourself at Grilligan's because practice deserves snacks.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Public 18-hole course with spectacular views of the Shenandoah Valley.”

“Blue Ridge AXEcade is Harrisonburg’s only AXEcade, mixing axe throwing with a legit arcade lineup, a bar, and food, so you can swap bullseyes for button mashing and refuel without leaving the fun. Rally some friends and make it your midweek pressure valve or weekend victory lap.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, August 26, 2026

“With 27 holes split across the Lake, Peak, and Mountain nines plus a serious practice complex, Lakeview Golf Club makes it easy to get a round in without overthinking it. If the skies misbehave, hit their HD Golf simulator, then decompress at Legends Bar and Grill.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Relaxed location for 18-hole mini-golf and par-3 courses with views of planes landing.”

“John C. Wells Planetarium turns big-sky curiosity into an easy win this week with a movie and star talk that maps out what you can actually see tonight. Keep an eye on their calendar for public star parties and community programs like Science Sunday for Girls.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Elevation Sports turns rainy-day blahs into bubble-smashing grins with Bubble Soccer, Combat Archery, and Nerf Wars for kids, teens, and adults. Book a party, drop in for Pay & Play, or have their mobile crew bring the chaos to your field, gym, or cul-de-sac.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Spotswood Country Club is celebrating 100 years, and their playable, top-rated course is as local as it gets. If golf isn’t your whole personality, the only clay tennis courts in Harrisonburg, a pool, and a steady lineup of members-only events make it time well spent this week.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 19, 2026