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Laying in a Quilt Top: Matthews Living History Farm Museum (Galax, VA)
2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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)
2026-07-17 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-31 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Independence Town Park
At the intersection of Highways 21 and 58.

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.

Fries Town Market (Fries, VA)
2026-07-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-01 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-15 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.

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

Race: Elk Creek Dragway (Elk Creek, VA)
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

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.

Free Movies at The Rex (Galax, VA): Encanto (2021)
2026-08-05 18:00 - 20:30 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

Grayson County Agricultural Fair (Elk Creek, VA)
2026-08-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Bottomley Evergreens & Farms, 10278 Elk Creek Parkway, Elk Creek, VA, 24326
Live local music and entertainment, food trucks, kid’s activities, fair entries and exhibits

Music Jam and Covered Dish at Matthews Living History Farm Museum (Galax, VA)
2026-08-11 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): Remember the Titans (2000)
2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:30 | The Rex Theater, 113 East Grayson St, Galax, VA, 24333

59th Annual Fries Fiddlers' Convention (Fries, VA)
2026-08-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-15 12:00 - 22:00 | Fries Ball Park, 6500 Fries Rd, Fries, VA, 24330
59th annual Old-Time and Blue Grass Fiddlers’ Convention. Food available.
Admission: Friday $10/ Saturday $15/ Full Weekend $20
Children under 15 free with adult

Blue Ridge Music Center Summer Concert Series - Trey Hensley (Galax, VA)
2026-08-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Blue Ridge Music Center, Music Center Road, Galax, VA
Blue Ridge Music Center – Outdoor Amphitheater
Tickets $30 in advance/$35 at the door
