This weekend in Lynchburg, VA

This holiday vendor event invites vendors and participants to contact the organizers by email or direct message for applications and official event information. The organizers note that Facebook may display an incorrect start time and advise checking the flyer for the correct time.

Handmade for the Holidays brings a cheerful celebration of local creativity to the Lynchburg City Armory, featuring more than 80 artisans and makers from Lynchburg and nearby communities. Explore distinctive, handcrafted gifts, enjoy bites from food trucks, and take part in a free holiday art activity. Complimentary photos with Santa are available, and an elf will be on hand for extra festive snapshots. Fresh Fraser Fir Christmas trees are available for pre-order through Hensley’s Christmas Trees in 6, 7, and 8 foot options, priced at $78, $91, and $104. Pre-ordered trees are picked up at the event, and an email reminder will be sent during the week of pickup.

A free, community fishing derby at the Hydaway Outdoor Center on Hydaway Lake welcomes university students and local residents. Participants compete for awards including most fish caught and heaviest catch. Registration is required, and a valid Virginia fishing license is needed to take part. LU students, faculty, and staff can borrow fishing rods and tackle at no cost during the event. Report each catch at the competition tent to ensure it is counted for the awards.

Bowyer's Bees & Honey will be at the Forest Farmer's Market.

The Bedford Humane Society will offer Christmas antiques for sale at the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas Market. Purchases support the animals of the Bedford Humane Society.

Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Bedford Farmers Market’s annual November market. Browse offerings from familiar artisans and farmers, along with new makers and bakers.

Enjoy a family-friendly gathering featuring vendors, a silent auction, children’s games, a petting zoo, hayrides, food, and more. Admission and children’s activities are free, with something for everyone to enjoy.

This drive-through clinic offers rabies vaccinations and microchips for dogs and cats. Rabies vaccinations cost $10 per animal, and microchips cost $25 per animal. Dogs and kittens at least 12 weeks old may receive their first rabies vaccine, with their age documented, and should be vaccinated by 16 weeks. Bring a current rabies vaccination certificate to receive a three-year vaccination. Dogs must be leashed, and cats must be in carriers. Please remain in your car and in line while a volunteer comes to assist with check-in.

Compete in a monthly handicapped 8-ball tournament played on 7-foot Diamond tables. Players are grouped into Fargo-rated brackets, with divisions for ratings of 450 and below, 451–525, and 526–599. The tournament adds $500 with a minimum of 32 players, and the top four players in each bracket receive payouts. Entry is $50, plus a $10 greens fee. Large fields may extend play into Sunday. Sponsored by Premier Billiards.

Choose a traditional or swan-neck lamp style and create a custom mosaic design using a selection of patterns and colors. Patterns and color palettes are chosen upon arrival and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. All project materials are provided, and each participant must be registered for their own project. Grout can be taken home if desired. Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are provided.

Meet adoptable pets looking for their forever homes at a pet adoption event in Lynchburg, hosted in partnership with Central Virginia Regional Rescue. Guests can bring an item from the rescue’s wish list for a chance to win an East Coast Wings + Grill gift card. Requested items include Tidy Cat litter, Friskies canned food, cat toys, dog chew toys without rawhide, puppy pads, metal dog bowls, and dog beds.

Enjoy an afternoon of activities, shopping, and treats at the Lynchburg Humane Society’s annual Fall Fest. There is no cost to attend.

Create a mosaic lamp in a hands-on workshop, choosing between a traditional style and a swan-neck design. Select from available patterns and colorful glass pieces to make your lamp your own. Materials and supplies are included, and no prior experience is needed. Patterns and color combinations are chosen upon arrival and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each participant must register individually to make a lamp. The workshop can also be used for celebrations and group gatherings, including birthdays, date nights, team-building events, and evenings with friends.

The Central Doubles Tournament features a four-game qualifier and a bracket-style Baker roll-off in which teams bowl two games, with total pinfall determining the outcome. Handicap is 85% of 220, and payouts are listed as one in five. Optional side pots include scratch team, handicap and scratch brackets, singles total pinfall, high game, and survivor boards. The tournament pattern will be announced in advance. Average rules depend on a bowler’s tournament history and available league averages, with a 220 scratch average used if no qualifying average is available.

Enjoy free tabletop and board gaming at the Bedford Central Library. Bring a game to share or join an open table to play a game brought by someone else. Drop in when you can, whether you come with a friend or on your own. There will be someone ready to play either way.

Discover Malediction, a miniature-based card game that combines strategic card play with miniature tabletop combat. Stop by to learn how the game works, explore its mix of elements from Magic: The Gathering and Warhammer Kill Team, and try a demo game.

Take part in casual Pokémon league play, with weekly league packs included with the $4.99 signup. The last Saturday of each month is reserved for a tournament rather than casual play.

Bark in the Park is a community fundraiser benefiting Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter and the Community Pet Coalition. Enjoy a pet photo booth, demonstrations, pet-themed art activities, games for children, dog-friendly vendors and community organizations, giveaways, and opportunities to meet local animal welfare groups. People with dogs, those interested in adoption, and anyone who loves animals are welcome. Admission is free, and donations supporting local animal organizations are encouraged. Dogs must stay leashed, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

Take part in weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! locals. Entry is $4.99 and includes OTS prize pack prizes.

Take part in a weekly Magic: The Gathering Commander tournament featuring an aggressive format, points-based standings, and store-credit prizes determined by the number of participants. Players earn points based on their placement in each game, and may swap decks between rounds. Players can ask for an assessment of an opponent’s deck power, but opponents are not required to reveal their commander before play begins. A champion title is defended at the final table, with a three-month cycle ending in a playoff between the current champion and the top three point earners before points reset. The entry fee is $7 per week.

New Standard blends influences from traditional artists, contemporary bluegrass, and gospel. Founded by Virginia Tech students, the band has performed at local restaurants, festivals, and venues across the Blue Ridge. The group has also written original songs, including material featured on its release “One More Tear.”

Play in a Lorcana League and earn a pack for each win from the most recent set. Entry includes promo cards and other goodies, and a couple of items are generally raffled off each week.

Weekly Gundam locals offer a chance to play and connect with other players. Entry is $6.99 and includes a pack for each win from the newest Gundam set.

Take part in a competitive Magic: The Gathering Standard Regional Championship Qualifier. The entry fee is $25, and Spellemental players will be judged.

Flannel Fest features live music, fire pits, smoked meats, and a market with local makers. Musical performances include Chakra and Geezer, a Weezer tribute playing the Blue Album and Pinkerton in their entirety. Smoked meats include brisket, ribs, and pulled pork. Flannel and lawn chairs are encouraged for relaxing by the fire.

Take part in a Sunday Commander event with two pods of play. Entry includes a pack valued at $6 for each participant. Each additional pod won adds $12 in packs to the prize pool, for up to $30 in packs. Proxies are not allowed.

Join herbalist and organic farmer Dawn Gardner of Wild Violet Herbs for a workshop exploring traditional plant remedies for the colder months. Learn about herbs such as sage, astragalus, garlic, thyme, and elderberry, including their traditional uses, folk remedies, healing stories, and practical recipes. Participants will receive recipe cards and an elderberry syrup mix to prepare at home. Dawn’s work is guided by a passion for natural living and the ways plants can offer nourishment, healing, and connection.

Enjoy a public bingo event open to everyone.

Play Delta Green in a private, immersive tabletop gaming setting with a community Game Master. This multi-session mini campaign offers opportunities for one-on-one time with the Game Master and shared play with a party. Bring friends or meet new players at the table.