THANKSGIVING IN VIRGINIA
THANKSGIVING IN VIRGINIA Did you know that Thanksgiving is very special for Virginians? The first Thanksgiving has always been credited to the pilgrims at Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. But the first recorded Thanksgiving occurred three years earlier 600 miles south in Virginia. During the Virginia Thanksgiving on Dec. 4, 1619, a group of 38 Englishmen […]
THANKSGIVING IN VIRGINIA
THANKSGIVING IN VIRGINIA Did you know that Thanksgiving is very special for Virginians? The first Thanksgiving has always been credited to the pilgrims at Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. But the first recorded Thanksgiving occurred three years earlier 600 miles south in Virginia. During the Virginia Thanksgiving on Dec. 4, 1619, a group of 38 Englishmen […]
WHY WE LOVE OCTOBER IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY!
FALL FOLIAGE FESTIVAL AND ARTS SHOW The 51st Annual Virginia Fall Foliage Festival Art Show will take place on the downtown streets of historic Waynesboro, Virginia. The show features 150+ fine artists set in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. This exhibit is produced by Shenandoah Valley Art Center, a non-profit community arts organization, whose […]
Top 15 Things to Do in September and October Near Waynesboro
The Waynesboro events calendar is full of fun things to do in September and October. You will find everything from festivals to dancing to cars to bike rides. Plan your Iris Inn getaway around one of these fun activities. Steal the Glass at Stable Craft Brewing, Wednesday, September 6, 4pm-9:30pm – So the name of […]
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park is 200,000 acres of protected lands in Virginia. Parts of the park can be found in eight counties in the state: Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Rappahannock, Madison, Green, and Albemarle. The city of Waynesboro is near the southwest tip of the park making the Iris Inn a great place to start your […]
Seven Reasons to Pick Your Own Fruit: And Where To Do It Near Waynesboro
Have you ever considered visiting a pick your own fruit farm while on vacation? There are many of these farms in and near Waynesboro, Virginia. A trip to a pick your own farm is a fun and unique way to spend a few hours away from the hustle and bustle of touristy spots. Here are […]
A Barley and Hops Tour of Waynesboro
Beer tourism is a growing market. People are traveling to locations specifically to sample the local beers, attend a beer festival or show, and experience all the parts of the beer making process. According to the Brewers Association, the state of Virginia has 344 craft breweries which means it is ranked 11th in the country. […]
Get Outside in Waynesboro
Get Outside in Waynesboro Waynesboro, Virginia, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The tagline from the Waynesboro visitor website is “Where Good Nature Comes Naturally.” No matter what season, there is something fun and adventurous to experience in the Shenandoah National Park or along the Blue Ridge Parkway or Appalachian Trail. There are even outdoorsy […]
19 Wineries Within 30 Minutes of Waynesboro
The state of Virginia has become a destination for wine lovers. Many of the vineyards are family-owned and the area has gained an international reputation for quality. We are lucky to have so many wineries within a short drive of Waynesboro, Virginia. Whether you like white wine, red wine, or the ambiance of a wine […]
Seven Things You Should Not Miss in Staunton, Virginia
The skill of glassblowing is a unique talent that involves inflating molten glass with the aid of a blow tube. The end result is a beautiful...