New River Bridge Family Campground

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): V for Vendetta (2005)
2026-07-01 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333
No tickets required. Doors open at 6 pm. Movie begins at 6:30 pm.
Modern and Classic Movies. NEW Audio System, 4K Digital Projection
Family Friendly with affordable concessions.

Independence Farmers Market (Independence, VA)
2026-07-03 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-10 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-31 09:00 - 13:00 | Independence Town Park
At the intersection of Highways 21 and 58.

Annual July 3rd Concert (Independence, VA)
2026-07-03 15:00 - 22:00 | Grayson County Parks and Recreation, 85 County Park Lane, Independence, VA, 24348
A family friendly community celebration. We are celebrating 250 years of Independence in Independence! We will have 4 bands, numerous food trucks and a fireworks show to cap off the night. We will also have inflatables for children and a cornhole tournament to start the day!

Fries Town Market (Fries, VA)
2026-07-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Fries Community Center, 316 W Main Street, Fries, VA, 24330
Market opens every Saturday – food, art, crafts and more! Located inside the Community Center. Free coffee provided by the Town of Fries.

Race: Elk Creek Dragway (Elk Creek, VA)
2026-07-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Elk Creek Dragway, 711 Victory Lane, Elk Creek, VA
Races every Saturday from May – September. See their website for complete schedule.
Gates Open at 9am
Time Runs @ 11 am
First Round is around 1pm or 2 pm

Spectator Fees:
Adults (13 and older): $15
Kids (12 and younger): Free

Fries July 4th Parade (Fries, VA)
2026-07-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Downtown Fries
July 4 Parade: Line up at 1, starts at 1:30 (Main Street, Fries)

July 4th Celebration (Galax, VA)
2026-07-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Galax
Parade starts at 7 pm and the fireworks are at 10 pm.

Music Jam and Covered Dish at Matthews Living History Farm Museum (Galax, VA)
2026-07-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Matthews Living History Farm Museum, 476 White Pine Rd, Galax, VA
Round Robin style Music Jam held in the Pavilion, bring a covered dish to share and your own drink. We will clear a spot if you want to dance, everyone welcome to participate. The Farm furnishes the tableware. Occurs every Tuesday through 9/8.

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): Jurassic World (2015)
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

Shellem Cline: A Night of Family Friendly Music and Comedy (Galax, VA)
2026-07-10 19:00 - 22:00 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333
For tickets, visit: SHELLEM CLINE- A Night of Family Friendly Music and Comedy Tickets at The Rex Theater- Galax Reserved in Galax by The Rex Theater | Tixr

Laying in a Quilt Top: Matthews Living History Farm Museum (Galax, VA)
2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Matthews Living History Farm Museum, 476 White Pine Rd, Galax, VA
In this Workshop you will learn how to place a quilt top into a set of hanging quilt frames a liner and a backing. If time allows the quilt will be tacked and removed from the frames. This Workshop is free. Pre-registration is not required.

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): National Treasure (2004)
2026-07-15 18:00 - 20:30 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

Championship Rodeo (Galax, VA)
2026-07-17 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Felt’s Park, 601 S Main Street, Galax, VA, 24333
Hosted by Oakland Ruritan Club. For more information, call 864-809-2630.

Christmas in July Festival (Independence, VA)
2026-07-18 10:00 - 15:00 | 1908 Courthouse, Courthouse Street, Independence, VA
Making Grayson Glows 4th annual Christmas in July festival! There will be: Baked Goods, Local Vendors, Art, Candles and much more.
Located at 1908 Courthouse, Courthouse Street and Independence Town Park

Thunder By the River Classic Car Cruise-In (Fries, VA)
2026-07-18 14:00 - 19:00 | Fries Town Park, 336 Firehouse Drive, Fries, VA, 24330
Enjoy a wide variety of classic cars, food and music!

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): Minions 2: Rise of Gru (2022)
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

Smoke on the Mountain BBQ Competition (Galax, VA)
2026-07-24 - 2026-07-25 | Downtown Galax
Talented pitmasters from near and far converge on Galax to showcase their smoky creations! This is a full blown festival with live music and family friendly activities.

3-Day Road Market (US Hwy 21)
2026-07-24 - 2026-07-26 | Historic US 21
Take a Break From The Interstate and visit the Historic US 21 Scenic Route which runs from Wytheville, VA to Harmony, NC. Lots of vendors, yard sales and food!

Independence Farmers Market - EVENING (Independence, VA)
2026-07-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Independence Town Park
We hope folks who haven’t been able to attend the regular 9am – 1pm market can come to these Markets. Once a month, on the 4th Friday, the regular 9am-1pm market will be replaced by an evening market at Town Park from 3-7pm. Enjoy all the regular vendors and a food truck and IFM Kids Bucks too.
At the intersection of Highways 21 and 58.

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): Barbie (2023)
2026-07-29 18:00 - 20:30 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

Old Fiddlers Convention (Galax, VA)
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-08 | Felt’s Park, 601 S Main Street, Galax, VA, 24333
This cherished annual event brings together musicians and music enthusiasts from all corners of the country to celebrate the heritage of Appalachian and bluegrass music.
