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Want a deeper look at what makes Galax, Virginia so special? Our blog is your inside guide to the people, places, and stories that bring our mountain town to life. From behind-the-scenes festival highlights and local artist features to seasonal travel tips and hidden gems, you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy. Whether you’re planning a visit or just love learning about Appalachian culture, there’s always something new to discover. Scroll down to read the latest from Galax.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Experience the Magic of the Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention
The Galax Old Fiddler’s Convention is more than a music festival—it’s a week-long immersion into Appalachian music and culture. Each August, Galax, Virginia, becomes a gathering spot for musicians, families, and music lovers. Visitors arrive by the thousands to soak…
Insider Secrets to Sweet Treats in Galax
Craving something sweet in Galax? What’ll it be? You want something tasty. Something distinctive. But you don’t know the town. Where do you go for a treat that’s both tasty and distinctive? Locals have their favorites, all within a two-block…
The Rex Theater: Galax’s Enduring Arts Epicenter
In the heart of Galax, Virginia, there’s a place where music echoes off the walls, history clings to every corner,…
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…
Get Your Game On: Outdoor Fun in Galax VA
Galax, VA, is a prime destination if you’re looking for a spot where the Blue Ridge Mountains meet the spirit…
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…
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…
Honoring Sacrifice: The Blue Ridge Veterans Memorial
Alongside the Galax Public Library stands the Blue Ridge Veterans Memorial. This distinctive landmark is a tribute to past and…
Blue Ridge Photography Weekend in Galax
Photographers walk through the same streets as everyone else, but they notice things most people miss. A cracked brick that…
Galax Cheese and Cider: Fall Pairings Close to Home
Cool mornings. Bright leaves. A picnic that tastes like the season. In Galax, cheese and cider make a natural pairing…
Old Time Appalachian Christmas Festival in Galax
Main Street glows under a winter sky as dusk settles over Galax. The air smells of cocoa and pine; shopfront…
The Galax Bass Fiddles: Where Art Meets Heritage
Galax, VA, is often viewed through the lens of music. We’ve had a fiddler’s convention annually for nearly 90 years.…
Chasing Fall Colors: A Blue Ridge Parkway Stop in Galax
October brings a steady stream of travelers to the Blue Ridge Parkway. They make the drive with one goal in…
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