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Galax Farmers Market: Local Food, Local Folks
For most Saturday morning patrons, the day starts with coffee from a food truck parked at the edge of the Galax Farmers Market. It’s usually there early, getting set up before the first shoppers arrive—coffee brewing, menu board going up. The truck changes from week to week, but there’s always something hot to drink and…
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BBQ in Galax: The Secret Sauce
By seven in the morning, smoke already lingers above Main Street in Galax. It drifts from a long row of cookers—some handmade, others hauled in on trailers built for competition. Teams stand quietly behind their setups, checking temps, watching the color of the meat, waiting for the next step. The conversations are quiet, the movements…
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Galax Old-Time Mountain Music: Learned By Ear, Sung With Heart
He’s eleven, holding a mandolin that’s older than he is. The tune he’s picking is older still. In Galax, kids don’t just learn music—they inherit it. They learn the same way their grandparents did: by ear, through repetition, and by watching someone who already knows the tune. That’s how Galax old-time mountain music survives—not because…
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Rainy Day Galax: Your Guide to Indoor Fun
Rain can change your plans, but it doesn’t have to ruin them—especially in Galax, Virginia. When the clouds roll in, our small town turns inward, revealing a creative, musical, and cozy side you might miss on a sunny day. Whether you’re into hands-on art, toe-tapping tunes, hot coffee, or wood-fired pizza, on a Rainy Day…
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World Flavors, Small Town: A Galax Food Tour
It starts the way it always does. “What do you want to eat?” “I don’t know. What do you want to eat?” Somewhere in a car parked on Main Street or gassing up at Sheets, a couple visiting Galax is having that familiar conversation. They’re not sure what they’re hungry for—but they know they’re hungry.…
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Discover Family Camping at Galax’s Cliffview Campground
When the pace of modern life seems unrelenting—when busy schedules, endless tasks, and noise seem inescapable—you know it’s time to take a break. You need a place to relax, breathe fresh air, hear the rustle of a nearby creek, and see the stars at night—a place to reconnect with the family. Galax’s Cliffview Campground, in…
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Steel Rails to Dirt Trails: The Galax New River Trail
A Journey Begins Stand at the Galax New River Trail trailhead, and it’s hard to imagine the place any different. It’s peaceful, quiet—just the sound of leaves rustling and maybe a cyclist coasting by. But a hundred years ago? This spot was a whole different story. Back then, this wasn’t a trail—it was a lifeline.…
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Brew & Wander: The Ultimate Galax Coffee Crawl
Start Here: The Case for a Coffee Crawl Galax may be known for bluegrass, but its coffee scene has its own rhythm. Whether you’re after a no-nonsense cup of black coffee, a finely tuned pour-over, or a latte that tastes like someone cared while making it, you’ll find it here. The Galax coffee crawl is…
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From Barbershop to White House: Galax Hill Billies Wild Ride
How’s this for an unlikely scenario? A group of musicians from Galax, Virginia, fresh off a barbershop jam session, lands a gig playing for the President of the United States. No slick arrangements, no polished act—just a handful of local pickers with a knack for mountain tunes and a name they gave themselves on a…
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Exploring the Historic Architecture of Galax, VA
When it comes to small towns that defy small-town stereotypes, Galax, Virginia, exceeds expectations. Known for its music and outdoor splendor, the Historic Architecture of Galax is as much a part of the town’s personality as its famous bluegrass. The buildings are a mixed bag of styles, from Victorian-era homes with dormers, towers, and turrets…
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Bring the whole family for rides, prizes, and memories that give back. ❤️🎠The Annual Fireman’s CARNIVAL, Demolition Derby, and Figure 8 Race Fundraiser starts in just ONE WEEK!
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CRAZY photos from Stage 8 of the 2025 Hemmings Great Race presented by Coker Tire! The turns were tight and the route was wild. Check out a big collection of photos, including some rainy shots, and some great stuff from our lunch stop in Galax, Virginia and our unbelievable evening stop in Mooresville, North Carolina.
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🍻 Discover the flavors at Creek Bottom Brewing, Distillery & Restaurant!
📍 Savor their vast collection of beers and spirits.
📍 Pair your pint with mouthwatering pizza or sandwiches.
📍 Sweet potato fries with apple butter? A must-try!
What's your go-to food and drink pairing when exploring new places
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🏛️ From vintage turrets to Art Deco gems, Galax’s streets are lined with stories.
Take a stroll through downtown and discover how our history is built into every brick.
📍https://visitgalax.com/exploring-the-historic-architecture-of-galax-va/
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🪕 🎶Interested in coming to a FREE banjo lesson? Join us at the Carroll County Public Library on July 14th at 6:00 p.m.! This is a walk-in program, so no registration is required. Just remember to bring your banjo 😊🪕 … See MoreSee Less
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Interested in coming to a FREE banjo lesson? Join us at the Carroll County Public Library on July 14th at 6:00 p.m.! This is a walk-in program, so no registration is required. Just remember to bring your banjo 😊🪕 … See MoreSee Less
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🎶Open Bluegrass Jam starts at 6 tonight!! Come check out the newly opened upper room with more retail. … See MoreSee Less
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🎆 Stars, Stripes & Small-Town Charm! 🎆
This Independence Day, celebrate the red, white, and mountain made in Galax, VA!
To kick off the fun, come out to Chestnut Creek (corner of E. Grayson and Meadow St.) at 10am for the famous Duck Race! Buy a duck for a chance to win a cash prize! galaxfire.com/annual-great-galax-duck-race/
Next, the Fireman's July 4th Parade steps off at 7PM in downtown Galax—bring your lawn chairs and patriotic spirit!
Then stick around as the sky lights up with fireworks at 10PM!
From live music to mountain views, there’s no better place to spend the 4th than right here in Galax!
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A short hike leads to this hidden gem. Discover nature's beauty along the trail and don’t forget your camera! 📷 … See MoreSee Less
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40 DAYS! The countdown to the 2025 Old Fiddler's Convention is on. Grab your camping gear and prepare for the world's largest gathering of old-time mountain music! August 4-9th in Felts Park, Galax, VA … See MoreSee Less
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This is going to be a high-energy bluegrass show! Get your tickets today! Music is Mountain Made in Galax. #MountainMadeGalax www.tixr.com/groups/rextheater/events/off-the-rails-136236Coming this week to The Rex Theater:
💥 Off The Rails
📅 Friday, 8 p.m.
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We can’t wait to see you!
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