Events in Luray, VA

Gather friends for a lively night of trivia and friendly competition. Enjoy food and drinks while you put your knowledge to the test. Weekday happy hour is available.

Rockingham Cooperative - Timberville is setting aside two days to thank farmers, families, and loyal customers with Customer Appreciation Days. Expect complimentary food for customers on both days, visiting vendors featuring special deals on farm supplies, and savings throughout the store. It is also a chance to connect with the team and neighbors while stocking up on feed, checking out equipment, or simply stopping in for lunch. Details on featured vendors and specific promotions will be shared closer to the event.

Celebrate Halloween all weekend at Jellystone Park with a lineup of spooky activities. A haunted experience sets the tone, the Magic Pumpkin Experience adds a touch of wonder, and a costume contest encourages everyone to showcase their most imaginative looks. Traditional trick or treating brings classic fun, while the Spooky Site Decorating Contest and the Ghostly Golf Cart Decorating Contest spark plenty of creative spirit. Activities take place on the weekend only, making for a full slate of thrills, chills, and seasonal magic.

Enjoy live entertainment while exploring locally owned businesses staying open late. Browse offerings from vendors to discover unique finds and additional surprises. More information, including vendor applications, is available.

Discover the spiritual side of herbalism in a two-day workshop devoted to plant allies, ritual, and magic. Guided by intuition and traditional wisdom, participants learn how to shape a personal practice that honors the energetics and correspondences of herbs, including planetary, elemental, zodiacal, and other magical frameworks. Build the foundations of a home apothecary and create ritual tools with clear intention. Hands-on sessions cover crafting spell jars, blending ritual oils, assembling charm bags, and preparing herbal infusions for magical purposes. Guided activities and meditations support a deeper relationship with plant spirits, and everyone leaves with a custom ritual kit made during the workshop. Welcoming to curious beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Cost is $395, and materials are included.

Miss & Master HCN Pageantry 2026 brings a full slate of competitions to Grove Hill Community Center, featuring Beauty, Photogenic, and HCN Fun Fashion. Beauty is $55 and includes gown, HCN fun fashion wear in black, gold, and white, and photogenic. One supreme title will be awarded in the 0-9 division and in 10-MRS, and there will be no double crowning in any division. The supreme score will come from the highest score in gown and HCN fun fashion. Each division will award a king or queen and two runners-up, with winners receiving an embroidered sash and crown. Side awards will be presented for Best Personality and Best Dressed. Contestants must compete in their appropriate age division, and by request may move up one division if their date of birth falls within four months of the pageant. Photogenic is $10, with additional photos accepted for $5 each, up to a maximum of three in total. Frames are not allowed and no photo may be larger than 8x10. HCN Fun Fashion is $20 with a black, white, and gold theme. Outfits must be age-appropriate, and participants are encouraged to stand out. The registration link is coming soon. Forms can be completed online through the Google Forms link on Facebook. Fees may be paid via Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App. Cash will be accepted on the day with no additional fee if online registration has been completed and a nonrefundable $10 deposit has been paid. Door entries are welcome for an additional $10 fee. Each contestant includes entry for one parent or guardian at no charge, and all other spectators are $5.

Words can resist, remember, and reimagine. They help us bear witness, keep memory alive, and express what lives deepest within. This monthly writer's circle welcomes essayists, poets, journal keepers, storytellers, and anyone who carries a notebook. Led by Jiamie and Gomer Pyles, longtime writers and community organizers, it offers an open, unstructured space devoted to the plain yet powerful practice of showing up to write together. Expect about two and a half hours of quiet writing, followed by optional sharing. There is no pressure, no critiques, and no set agenda, just time to turn thoughts into words. Herbal tea is available. Participants can bring an ongoing project, a fragment to explore, or a blank page. The gathering makes room for river sounds, good company, and meaningful connections. Attendance is free, with an optional donation basket supporting Jiamie and Gomer's travel and garden costs.

Jellystone Park is celebrating Halloween with a full weekend of spooky fun. Brave a haunted adventure, catch the Magic Pumpkin Experience, and enter the Costume Contest with your creepiest look. Classic trick-or-treating is on the schedule, and creative spirits can compete in the Spooky Site Decorating Contest and the Ghostly Golf Cart Decorating Contest. All activities take place on the weekend.

Celebrate the season finale of Cross Roads Music Fest with an evening of live music at New Market Rebel Park, highlighted by ON3. Admission is free, with food and beverages available for purchase. Bring a chair or blanket to stay comfortable, and please note that pets are not permitted on the baseball field.

Local musician Josh Davidson brings a soulful set to Elkton Brewing Co, creating an easygoing backdrop for conversation and a pint with friends. Enjoy live guitar and vocals alongside a selection of craft beers brewed on site in a comfortable, laid back setting. There is no cover charge for this show.

Settle in for an evening of live music with Anthony Taylor. Enjoy a relaxed, fireside hangout where friends can sip drinks and take in the tunes together.

Plans are just beginning to take shape for this annual event, with preparations in the very early stages.

At The Confluence Gallery in The Marketplace, this ongoing program features interactive workshops and live demonstrations led by artists from the local and regional community. Presented by Living Sky Foundation, each gathering offers a window into the creative process and the ways art shapes culture, with opportunities to learn hands-on or observe artists at work. The series exists to support area creators through collaboration that builds connections, showcases their voices and promotes their practice within the community and the broader art world. All sessions are free to attend. Support is provided in part by the Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community through the Claudia Mitchell Art Fund.

Championship Night marks one of the biggest nights of the year, with a full lineup of racing across multiple classes. The lineup includes Legend cars, Bandoleros, Crown Vics, Stock 4s, the Super Cup Stock Car Series, and Sprint Cars.

Matt Palmieri performs an evening set. Relax by the fire with a drink and spend time with friends.

Acoustic Soul brings classic rock favorites from the 60s, 70s, and beyond to Woodstock Brewhouse.

Jellystone Park turns delightfully spooky with a haunted experience, the Magic Pumpkin Experience, and a costume contest for those ready to show off their eerie attire. Trick-or-treating is part of the fun, and creativity shines in the Spooky Site Decorating Contest and the Ghostly Golf Cart Decorating Contest. It is a weekend filled with playful scares and Halloween spirit. Activities are offered on the weekend only.

The 40th annual Elkton Autumn Days Arts & Crafts Festival brings a lively celebration to Downtown Elkton with a bustling marketplace featuring more than one hundred local vendors. Browse handmade creations from local artisans, enjoy a wide range of food booths, and soak in the community atmosphere. There will be music on both days. Vendors with questions can email EPICautumndays@gmail.com, and organizers do not request vendor payments through Facebook.

HCN Pageantry presents Miss and Master Lauren’s Legacy, a benefit pageant at Grove Hill Community Center. The event features a beauty competition and an optional photogenic category. Age divisions include Master for ages 0 to 3 years, Baby Miss for 0 to 23 months, Wee Miss for 2 to 3 years, Little Miss for 4 to 6 years, Petite Miss for 7 to 9 years, Pre-Teen Miss for 10 to 12 years, Teen Miss for 13 to 15 years, Junior Miss for 16 to 19, Miss for 20 and older, and Mrs. for married participants. The beauty entry fee is 55 dollars, with each division naming a king or queen and two runners-up. Division winners receive a crown and an embroidered sash, and side recognitions are given for best personality and best dressed. Contestants should enter the appropriate age division, with the option to move up if a date of birth falls within four months of the next division. Crowning takes place after each division. The photogenic option is 10 dollars, with up to three photos allowed; additional photos may be submitted for 5 dollars each, and no framed image or print larger than 8 by 10 will be accepted. Registration is available through the Facebook registration form. Fees may be paid via Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App. Cash will be accepted on the day without an added charge when online registration is completed and a nonrefundable 10 dollar deposit has been made. Door entries are accepted for an additional 10 dollars. For more information, email HANDPAGEANTRY@GMAIL.COM.

Enjoy a Halloween gathering at Gadino Cellars centered on dogs and their people. Costumes are encouraged for humans and canines. Wear a costume, dress up your Newfoundland, or let any pup go as a newf, and plan to share some snacks. Every dog is welcome, from friendly ghosts to big Newfoundlands to pups just being their cute selves. This is not a sponsored CNR event.

Shenandoah Speedway hosts the largest Crown Vic race of the year, highlighted by a flat-out 100-lap showdown packed with high energy from start to finish. Expect pulse-pounding action as the field battles through the full distance. More details, including class information, will be announced.

A free public star party open to all. Head to the disc golf course located behind the tennis courts to find the gathering.

Enjoy live music from Johnny 3 with drinks and time by the fire. Bring friends and relax together.

Jellystone Park fills with Halloween fun all weekend. Explore a spooky experience, see the Magic Pumpkin Experience, and wear your best costume for the Costume Contest. Take part in traditional trick or treating, then get creative in the Spooky Site Decorating Contest and the Ghostly Golf Cart Decorating Contest. Activities are offered on the weekend only.

Enjoy an evening of live music from David Wayne. Relax with a drink and warm up by the fire in a laid-back setting.

Browse and buy to your heart's content at the Annual Fall Vendor Fair. If you are interested in participating as a vendor, contact Crystal Beck at 5409088575 or email crockvfwpost9660@gmail.com. Please be aware of scammers.

Jellystone Park presents a Halloween-filled weekend of spooky activities. Dare to explore a haunted attraction, take in the Magic Pumpkin Experience, and enter the Costume Contest. Enjoy traditional trick-or-treating, then showcase your decorating skills in the Spooky Site Decorating Contest and the Ghostly Golf Cart Decorating Contest. Look forward to a lively atmosphere with plenty of Halloween fun throughout the weekend. Activities take place on the weekend only.

This evening celebrates ten years of reuniting families with homes and helping children maintain housing, offering a warm recognition of a decade of work.

Karaoke night offers a friendly stage for participants to take the mic and sing their favorite tunes.

This annual Halloween on Court Square celebration brings families into the spirit of the season with trick-or-treating hosted by local businesses, hands-on themed crafts, a magic show, a petting zoo, face painting, and more festive activities. Costumes are welcome but not required. Admission is free.

Settle in for a heartwarming weekend centered on helping the bears prepare for hibernation. Participants wear pajamas for a lively PJ dance party, relax during a cozy movie night, and channel their creativity with pillowcase coloring. The weekend concludes with tucking the bears into bed for their winter rest. Activities take place on the weekend only.

Set at Little Stony Man, this fall hike fundraiser follows the Little Stony Man to Stony Man Loop via the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park. The route spans about 3 miles with roughly 797 feet of elevation gain and includes scenic viewpoints. In recognition of 15 years of The Right Weigh... God’s Way, a suggested donation of $15 supports its mission. Parking is $30 per vehicle for up to six people, and carpooling is encouraged. The experience emphasizes reflection and gratitude inspired by Ecclesiastes 3:1–2. Participants are encouraged to prepare for changing fall weather by dressing in layers and wearing sturdy hiking shoes and wool socks, and to bring a daypack with water, simple trail snacks such as apple slices, nuts, or granola, sunscreen, bug spray, and a basic first aid kit. Items for personal reflection like a devotional card, a journal, and a pen are also suggested, along with a brief prayer focus on embracing change and walking in wisdom. An optional post-hike group meal is planned at Spelunkers with burgers and custard.

Now in its 21st year, the Fall Art Tour highlights the Artists of Rappahannock with work from more than 80 creators, spanning painting, sculpture, pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles, wood, photography, and more. Admission is free. The Main Gallery welcomes all visitors, whether or not other tour stops are on the agenda. Maps and event details will be available as downloadable PDFs on the website about a week in advance, and a newsletter subscription is offered for ongoing updates.

Entries are being accepted for chili teams and vendors at the Town of Elkton Chili Cook Off, a flavorful competition with cash prizes and bragging rights on the line. Awards include first, second, and third place, plus People’s Choice and a Showmanship honor. The day features live music by Rare Form, cold brews from Elkton Brewery, chili tastings, food trucks, shopping with vendors for gifts, and lawn games for family friendly fun. For team entries, vendor participation, or questions, email elktonepicfest@gmail.com, the only contact provided.

The Town Council will convene for its monthly meeting in the Council Chambers at the back of the Timberville Town Office. If attending in person is not possible, the proceedings can be viewed on the Town of Timberville YouTube channel.

Step into a weekend of hero themed fun at Jellystone Park. Pay tribute to real life heroes with a Veterans Day activity, enjoy a Touch A Truck experience, and make your own hero gear before taking on a hero obstacle course. Expect hands on excitement and plenty of big smiles. Activities take place on the weekend only.

Local artist Josh Davidson brings a soulful, guitar-forward set to Elkton Brewing Co, creating an easygoing atmosphere for relaxing with friends and freshly brewed craft beer. Enjoy heartfelt vocals in a cozy, laid-back setting while the brewery pours its own selection of craft brews. There is no cover charge.

The Burn Barrels conclude their 2026 tour with a show at The Burn Barrel restaurant in Basye, Virginia. This final stop brings an evening of Burn Barrels fun to a venue that shares their name.

Sentara RMH’s mobile mammography unit will be at the New Market Community Center, offering screening mammograms by appointment. To schedule, call Sentara Patient Scheduling at 540-689-6000. Payment assistance programs are available for those who need help. Please note that access to the clinic is via a few steps into the van, and patients must be able to climb them. The same services are also available at Sentara’s brick-and-mortar screening locations. According to the Sentara flyer, a mammogram can find breast cancer in its earliest stages, often up to two years before it can be felt. When detected early, about 90 percent of cases can be treated successfully, and women aged 40 and older are recommended to have a mammogram every year.

An easygoing night of live music featuring local musician Sam Dinges. Expect a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and a fire to gather around, perfect for spending time with friends.

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in New Market as the Town of New Market presents its annual Tis the Season Celebration. Enjoy open houses hosted by participating downtown businesses and festive music while you stroll through town. Take part in the Shop Local Passport game, complete it to win this year’s New Market ornament, and look forward to the Tis the Season Parade along Congress Street. Additional details will be shared as plans are finalized. This celebration is supported by Southern Kitchen and New Market Poultry as elite sponsors, along with Angela Hensley of Johnston & Rhodes Real Estate, LD&B Insurance & Financial Services, and the Town of New Market.

Local musician Josh Davidson brings a soulful live set to Elkton Brewing Co, creating an easygoing backdrop for conversation and a fresh pint. Enjoy guitar and vocals in a cozy, relaxed setting, with craft beers brewed on site. Admission is free. It is a welcoming spot for fans and anyone who simply loves live music. Arriving a little early can make it easier to find a comfortable seat and settle in with a drink before the music begins.

New Market Community Park is hosting a candy cane search by flashlight for children ages 1 to 14. Participants can explore the park to find candy canes, packets of hot chocolate, and other fun surprises. Admission is free. Bring a flashlight and dress warmly. Registration details will be announced by the organizers.