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There’s always something going on in Galax, from music jams and shows, to wine tastings, art shows, and so much more. Check out our calendar of upcoming events to see what’s happening this week!

Save the Date

The Old Time Appalachian Christmas Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for December 14, 2024 from 12-6pm. The festival will feature local craft artisans, food trucks, live music, Santa, photo ops and plenty more!

Explore Our Music Scene

Some of the first musicians to record country music came from this area. This rich history has kept the traditional arts alive and flourishing in Galax, Virginia. The Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention has been held annually the week ending on the second Saturday of August since 1935. This music competition has earned Galax the distinction of being know as the “World Capital of Old Time Mountain Music”.

Galax Farmers Market

Join us every Thursday from 3pm-7pm and on Saturday from 9am-1pm for our Farmers Market. Seasonal produce, baked goods, jams, preserves, meat, eggs, honey and crafts. We are located at 206 N. Main Street in Galax. Thursday nights will feature food trucks and live music as available.

Explore Downtown & Beyond

Galax & the surrounding counties are home to a variety of small businesses, unique places to stay, and delicious local restaurants. Use our business directory to explore and find the popular spots and hidden gems.

Get Outdoors

Whether it’s paddling the New, biking or walking the New River Trail, driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, or getting out to one of our local parks, our region is a lush and beautiful place to explore. Learn where to find and access local trails with our convenient map.

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  • Thu, November 7th 2024
    Kaz & Friends

    Kaz & Friends

    Kazuhiro Inaba & Friends “Kazahiro Inaba was part of a wave of visitors from Japan in the 1980s who were interested in the bluegrass, old time, and country music prevalent in the Appalachian region. Many of those visitors were skilled musicians in Appalachian music styles, and Kaz was especially talented – singing and playing banjo,…

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Upcoming Events

  • Thu, November 7th 2024
    Kaz & Friends

    Kaz & Friends

    07:00 pm – 09:00 pm

    Kazuhiro Inaba & Friends “Kazahiro Inaba was part of a wave of visitors from Japan in the 1980s who were interested in the bluegrass, old time, and country music prevalent in the Appalachian region. Many of those visitors were skilled musicians in Appalachian music styles, and Kaz was especially talented – singing and playing banjo,…

    Learn More: Kaz & Friends
  • Sat, November 16th 2024
    Bayou County

    Bayou County

    07:00 pm – 09:00 pm

    Join Bayou County on a musical journey celebrating the timeless hits of Creedence Clearwater Revival! Since 2018, this talented tribute band has been captivating audiences across North America with their faithful performances of CCR’s iconic music. From the bright lights of the city theaters to casino’s, festival stages, state fairs and telethons, Bayou County has…

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  • Thu, November 21st 2024
    Dave Eggar & Bristol Lightening

    Dave Eggar & Bristol Lightening

    07:00 pm – 09:00 pm

    In 1927, the first country music records were cut in Bristol TN/VA by ordinary people with ordinary stories with the courage to create. Now almost 100 years later in the same town, Bristol Lightning is born celebrating the American stories of today. From Aaron Copland to American roots music to the blues, bluegrass and beyond,…

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Outdoor Recreation

Just pick a direction in Galax – you’ll always find a way to get out to nature, whether it’s hiking or biking a trail, relaxing in a park, camping, and more.

Photo from the New River Trail State Park

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