Festivals & Events » State Parks
Jubilee in the Breaks 2012 - More Info
May 25-May 28
Breaks, VA 24607
Website: www.jubileeinthebreaks.com
Phone: (276) 865-4413
E-mail: garychaney@suddenlink.net
Appx 25 national and local Southern and Bluegrass gospel groups will be performing at the park amphitheatre. each group will have their booth for all your take home music needs. Please use our online contact form for any questions, brochures, maps, lodging information. The singing starts at 3pm - 8pm on May 25th...10am - 8pm Saturday and Sunday and 10am - 4pm on Monday. Come and see the beauty of the Breaks Interstate Park and enjoy the finest in gospel music.
Gathering in the Gap Music Festival - More Info
May 26
10 West First Street
Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sou.shtml
Phone: (276) 523-1322
E-mail: swvamuseum@dcr.virginia.gov
Celebrate Southwest Virginia's rich tradition of old-time, bluegrass, blues and Americana music. Enjoy performances by regionally and nationally renowned musicians. Take in instrument competitions, songwriting workshops and jam sessions. Crafters and vendors will be on-hand, and there will be an area just for the kids.
Siege at the Blockhouse - More Info
May 27
1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway
Duffield, VA 24244
Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/nat.shtml
Phone: (276) 940-2674
E-mail: naturaltunnel@dcr.virginia.gov
A re-enactment of an encounter in the late 18th century when there was a clash of cultures as settlers intruded on Native American hunting grounds on the western frontier. The 2-day event allows visitors to visit the blockhouse, encampments of both Native Americans and settlers and to see demonstrations of various aspects of life on the frontier. On Saturday there is a night battle and campfire storytelling. Sunday activities include a frontier worship service and social.
Martin’s Station Fall Encampment - More Info
Oct 12-Oct 14
Rt. 2
Ewing, VA 24248
Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/wil.shtml
Phone: (276) 445-3065
E-mail: wildernessroad@dcr.virginia.gov
Immerse yourself into autumn along 18th-century Virginia frontier folk at Historic Martin's Station. Winter's coming, and settlers at Martin's Station must gather crops and get ready. Even while preparing for winter, they took time to enjoy the fall with frolic, music and more. Admission is $5 per person, $3 per child (6-12 years).
Wilderness Road Heritage Festival - More Info
Oct 13
Rt. 2
Ewing, VA 24248
Website: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/wil.shtml
Phone: (276) 445-3065
E-mail: wildernessroad@dcr.virginia.gov
Join us for a glimpse into Southwest Virginia's unique historical and cultural heritage. Appalachian craft-makers fill the lawn of the Karlan mansion with their wares as bluegrass music dances on the air. The always popular Children's Festival offers young ones the chance to enjoy games, crafts, activities, Karen the Clown and a puppet show. The sweet smell of home cooking by vendors will make your visit pleasurable. Admission is $5 per person, $1 per child (6-12 years).
