James River Heritage Trail

James River Heritage Trail

This blacktop hiking/biking trail is currently accessible from Percival’s Island Natural Area. The trail extends from Lynchburg’s Blackwater Creek Trail, crossing the railroad trestle onto Percival’s Island from Lynchburg. It transverses the island for about one mile...
Clifford Sorghum Festival

Clifford Sorghum Festival

This annual event will be held in the first weekend of October at the Clifford Ruritan Club. The Clifford Sorghum Festival is a weekend of fun, food and sorghum! Proceeds benefit the Clifford Ruritans. Month: First weekend in October Contact: call 434-946-7141 or...
Monacan Powwow

Monacan Powwow

Honoring the traditions of the Monacan Indian Nation, this annual event is usually held the third weekend in May. The goal of the event is to educate families about the tribe’s culture and history in Central Virginia. This event includes special performances by...
Virginia Summer Solstice Festival

Virginia Summer Solstice Festival

This annual event takes place on the grounds of Lazy Days Winery to celebrate the longest day of Summer. Activities include wine tasting from local wineries, live music on two stages, arts & crafts vendors, a petting zoo and more! Held at the end of June each year...
James River Batteau Festival

James River Batteau Festival

An 8-day journey down the James River from Lynchburg to Maidens Landing using recreated late 18th & early 19th century cargo boats called James River Batteaux. A program of the Virginia Canals & Navigations Society. This annual event is held in mid-late June....