Saturday, January 10, 2026 - Saturday, March 21, 2026

Toddler Time Saturdays at The Frontier Culture Museum

Frontier Culture Museum, 1290 Richmond Ave, Staunton

Join the Frontier Culture Museum this January, February, and March for Toddler Time!

Each Toddler Time at the Frontier Culture Museum will include a story time, a hands-on historical activity, and a craft to keep.

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Sunday, March 1, 2026 - Saturday, March 7, 2026

Staunton Downtown Development presents Taste the Town

Downtown Staunton

For one delicious week, our locally owned restaurants, cafés, breweries, bistros, cideries and eateries are inviting you to explore new flavors, revisit old favorites, and celebrate the incredible culinary talent right here in our community.

From specialty dishes and sweet treats to happy hour features and creative cocktails, there’s something waiting for you in every part of the district.
This isn’t just dinner plans… It’s a reason to get downtown.

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Friday, March 6, 2026 - Sunday, March 8, 2026

International Women’s Weekend

Valley Women’s Weekend is a multi-day experience created for women in business to step away from the day-to-day, reconnect with themselves, and build meaningful relationships with other women entrepreneurs.

This weekend will also highlight and showcase women-owned businesses across our community, encouraging attendees to intentionally support, celebrate, and invest in the work of women entrepreneurs.

 

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Saturday, March 7, 2026 • 4-6 PM

The CoArt Gallery’s Featured Artist for March is Ted Sutherland

CoArt Gallery, 22 W Beverley Street Staunton

All are invited to view the collection of paintings and sculpture by Ted Sutherland, their featured artist for March. The theme, “Impulse”, implies work that is impulsive/spontaneous and personal. The work is generally devoid of philosophical underpinning. The artist uses color, form, and texture to create something that feels good.

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Saturday, March 7, 2026 • 5-7PM

Opening Reception of “Rustic,” a Solo Exhibition by Victoria Sadowski

Art Hive Creative Reuse and Art Center - 835 Spring Hill Road, Staunton

In this heartfelt collection, Sadowski explores the grit, harmony, and nostalgia of agricultural life — that “gray area” where wild nature and human order collide and somehow coexist beautifully. Inspired by the pastoral visions of Grant Wood and Jean-François Millet, “Rustic” invites us to slow down, reconnect with our roots, and rediscover abundance beyond profit.

Come for the art, stay for the community.

 

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Saturday, March 7, 2026 • 12:15-5PM

The Book Dragon is Adding Some Sparkle to Your Day with Finklepott’s Fairy Hair

102 W Beverly St, Staunton

Believe it or not, Spring is on the way. Have the Winter doldrums? No worries, come have some sparkle added to your hair with Finklepott’s Fairy Hair and sparkle and shine every time you walk outside.

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - Wednesday, April 1, 2026 • 4-5PM

Art Hive Wearable Art & Textiles Workshop Series

Art Hive Creative Reuse and Art Center - 835 Spring Hill Road, Staunton

Bleach Dyeing Garments 1 – Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Bleach Dyeing Garments 2 – Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Screen Printing 1 – Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Screen Printing 2 – Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Wearable Art & Textiles is a four-part, hands-on workshop series focused on transforming fabric into bold personal expression. The first two sessions explore bleach dye techniques, guiding participants from foundational methods to more advanced pattern-making. The final two sessions dive into screen printing, covering the basics and then building toward layered, repeatable designs.
Throughout the series, participants will experiment with color, texture, and image-making while creating one-of-a-kind wearable pieces in a fun, supportive studio environment.

Instructor: Kirsten Schneider
 Cost: $35 for two sessions
Tickets: https://art-hive-109353.square.site/product/wearable-art-textiles/JBUMTQKARBPAEL4L56H46CL6

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Friday, March 13, 2026 - Sunday, March 29, 2026

Tree Planting – Youth & Adult Volunteers

575 New Hope Rd, Staunton

Join the Youth Volunteers Corps, the Lewis Creek Water Shed Committee, and the Tree Stewards at the new Staunton-Augusta YMCA property on New Hope Road in Staunton to plant 45 trees and 100 wetland bushes across 6 different planting days along both sides of Lewis Creek.

Youth aged 11-18 encouraged to attend and will help lead this endeavor by planting trees and bushes, making decisions, and learning about the impact this particular project will make on our local ecosystem.

Adult volunteers are welcome to attend and help plant as well, though the focus is to give youth volunteers leadership roles.

Come to one or come to all, bring some water, dress warm and wear pants, and we’ll have gloves to share!

Cancellation due to weather will be given within 24hrs.

For more information or to RSVP for a day, email us at saymcayvc@gmail.com

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Saturday, March 14, 2026 • 10AM-2PM

Irish Road Bowling sponsored by Staunton Parks and Rec and the Frontier Culture Museum

1290 Richmond Ave, Staunton

This St. Patrick’s Day event is full of fun and (family) friendly competition with our own spin on the original game played on the Irish country roads. Teams are comprised of either 3 or 4 people and you will select your tee time when registering. Wearing Green and fun St. Patrick’s Day clothing is encouraged.

Team entry fee: $40 for a three or four person team (Price includes one road bowl per team and admission to the Museum). Visit the Frontier Culture Museum website to register your team today!

Questions? Call the Recreation office at 540.332.3945

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Saturday, March 14, 2026 - Sunday, March 15, 2026

L&L Stained Glass is hosting a Stained Glass Celtic Workshop

1728 W Beverly St., Staunton

Come join this festive workshop & learn stained glass to create a beautiful Celtic piece to commemorate St. Patrick’s Day!  No experience required! They will offer this Celtic Workshop for the weekend – choose either Saturday March 14 from 10-3 or Sunday March 15 from 12-5.

There will be several patterns of Celtic knots, crosses, & shamrock to choose from for your special stained glass piece! You can choose from a variety of glass to make your piece uniquely yours.

All your glass, metals, materials, variety of patterns, tools, and hands-on instruction included.

Sign up now to reserve your space before it fills up!

Call / Text 540-885-8354 to sign up! Registration deposits can be taken by phone.

 

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Sunday, March 15, 2026 • 2PM

Author Talk and Reception with Beth Macy

126 S Wayne Ave, Waynesboro

Charlottesville NOW, with support from Virginia NOW, will host bestselling author and journalist Beth Macy on Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 PM at the Shenandoah Valley Art Center, 416 W. Main Street, Waynesboro.

Macy spent 25 years as a reporter for The Roanoke Times, covering the stories of people and communities across western Virginia. Her books examine work, opportunity, and the forces shaping life in rural America. Her first book Factory Man chronicled how globalization reshaped small towns. Dopesick explored the opioid crisis and was adapted into an Emmy- and Peabody-winning Hulu series she helped produce and write. Her newest book, Paper Girl, is a memoir about her childhood and her lifelong focus on community and resilience.

The program will include a talk, audience Q&A, book signing, and reception. Books will be available for purchase through Stone Soup Books (Waynesboro, Virginia).

The event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged: https://www.cvillenow.org/events

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Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 10AM-1PM and 1PM to 4PM

Historic Garden Week, Staunton Tour

5 Deaver Drive Staunton

Spend your day just minutes from artsy, historic downtown Staunton. This year’s tour features city and country gardens that each take the unique perspective of their owners and are viewed against the backdrop of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Tour homes include a stately old Virginia mansion; an elegant post-war home; and a fascinating Colonial Revival. Nearby, the Augusta Garden Club will highlight recent improvements to historic Gypsy Hill Park, the setting of the club’s award-winning Project Dogwood. Informative gardening tutorials and talks by master gardeners complete your perfect day in the verdant Queen City.

TOUR HEADQUARTERS
Gypsy Hill Park, John Moxie Memorial Stadium (aka Winston Wine Memorial Stadium) parking lot

TICKETS
• Morning (9 am to 1 pm) or afternoon (1 pm to 4 pm) tickets available. Limited availability of both tickets.
• $40 pp sold online and in advance at VAGardenWeek.org.
• $50 pp day of tour at VAGardenWeek.org and Tour Headquarters, cash or check only
• Children’s tickets available for $15 for children ages 5-17 years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

FACILITIES
Gypsy Hill Park Golf Pavilion
5 Deaver Drive
Staunton, VA 24401

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Saturday, June 6, 2026 • 11AM

Augusta Regional SPCA Rhythm & Rescue Music Festival

33 Archery Lane, Staunton

Mark your calendar for the Rhythm & Rescue Music Festival on June 6, 2026, at the Augusta Regional SPCA. Gates open at 11am, with live music from 11am–6pm for a full day of fun, food, and fundraising.

Enjoy fantastic performances by The Loya Brothers, The Hot Mamas, and Love Dawg. Browse craft vendors, animal-themed merchandise, and delicious baked goods. Come hungry—food trucks will include Mr. BBQ, Country Crazy, and Kona Ice.

All proceeds benefit the Augusta Regional SPCA, helping fund much-needed improvements at the shelter and support animals in need. Bring your friends, bring your family, and help make a difference—one song at a time!

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