Event Type: Things to Do

Shenandoah National Park rock climbing attracts rock hounds from far and wide who recognize the park offers some of the finest climbing in the eastern U.S.

Scheduled Rock Climbing and Rappelling Adventures with Shenandoah Mountain Guides:

– Available September 2 to 30 on Tuesdays | Thursdays | Saturdays

Mondays and Fridays
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person.
• Minimum of 6 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Big Meadows Area and Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

Amateur astronomer Frank Perfetti will share with you his love for this great universe and talk about what you are actually looking at when you see the sky.  Presentations take place at Big Meadows Lodge, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Shenandoah National Park rock climbing attracts rock hounds from far and wide who recognize the park offers some of the finest climbing in the eastern U.S.

Scheduled Rock Climbing and Rappelling Adventures with Shenandoah Mountain Guides:

– Available October 2 to 30 on Tuesdays | Thursdays | Saturdays

Local basket artisan, Clyde Jenkins, returns to Shenandoah to share his talent of basket making.  Clyde teaches participants how to make a white-oak basket with techniques handed down through the generations.  All materials provided to make one basket. Structured for beginners to intermediate.

Held Thursdays beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive).

• $80.00 per person.
• All materials provided to make one white-oak basket.
• Structured for beginners to intermediate.
• Minimum of 3 paid participants required for workshop to operate.

Mondays and Fridays
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person.
• Minimum of 6 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

Brie Austin – Bringing Creativity to Life, One Paint Party at a Time!

Brie is the owner and artist behind Austin Acres, a mobile paint party experience that makes creativity accessible and fun for everyone! With years of experience leading engaging, step-by-step painting events, Brie specializes in helping guests of all skill levels create their own masterpiece – no prior painting experience required.

Her events are more than just a class; they are a social, interactive, and stress-free experience where guests can Relax, have fun, and explore their creativity. Brie knows how to keep the atmosphere lively and enjoyable for all.

Held Thursdays beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive).

• $50.00 per person. Beginners or experienced artists.
• All materials provided to make your own 11″ x 14″ canvas painting.
• Minimum of 3 paid participants required for workshop to operate.
• 48-hour notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded.
• No refund if less than 48-hour cancellation notice received by participants.

Shenandoah National Park – Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

Learn what to do when the “what ifs” of your outdoor adventures turn into the “now whats”. This course will teach you the best items to take on any outdoor adventure and how to best use them in a survival situation. Led by the Shenandoah Mountain Guides. Reservations required.

• Cost: $175 per person.
• Includes a $20 meal voucher redeemable in the Spottswood Dining Room, Terrace Seating, or New Market Taproom upon completion of the event.
• Reservations required and full payment due at booking. Book online or call 877-847-1919.
• Minimum age: 12 years.
• Event will take place in all weather conditions excluding thunderstorms.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Shenandoah National Park – Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars. Topic: Saturn, M31, Double Cluster

Large telescopes are provided but also bring your own binoculars for night skies viewing. Amateur astronomer Rich Drumm will point out constellations with a green laser. An electronic scope projecting onto a screen will also show things that the eye can’t see – and in color, too!  Free to all park visitors.

A blanket, jacket, chair and flashlight are recommended.

Presentation is cancelled if there is inclement weather. Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Big Meadows Area and Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

Amateur astronomer Frank Perfetti will share with you his love for this great universe and talk about what you are actually looking at when you see the sky.  Presentations take place at Big Meadows Lodge, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Brie Austin – Bringing Creativity to Life, One Paint Party at a Time!

Brie is the owner and artist behind Austin Acres, a mobile paint party experience that makes creativity accessible and fun for everyone! With years of experience leading engaging, step-by-step painting events, Brie specializes in helping guests of all skill levels create their own masterpiece – no prior painting experience required.

Her events are more than just a class; they are a social, interactive, and stress-free experience where guests can Relax, have fun, and explore their creativity. Brie knows how to keep the atmosphere lively and enjoyable for all.

Held Thursdays beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive).

• $50.00 per person. Beginners or experienced artists.
• All materials provided to make your own 11″ x 14″ canvas painting.
• Minimum of 3 paid participants required for workshop to operate.
• 48-hour notice provided if program cancelled due to minimum not met.  Deposit fully refunded.
• No refund if less than 48-hour cancellation notice received by participants.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Learn about land navigation in the absence of technology – magnetic compass, topographic map, even the sun. Never feel helplessly lost again.  This is a full day course, taught outdoors, in the mountains. All needed equipment is provided.

Reservations required. Visit website for full details and to book online. Led by the Shenandoah Mountain Guides.

$175 per person. Rate includes a boxed lunch featuring Roasted Turkey & Cheddar Cheese on a Wheat Bun (Lettuce, Tomato, Mustard, Mayonnaise), Apple, Granola Bar, Bag of Chips, Bottled Water, Paper Napkin/Moist Hand Wipe.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Shenandoah National Park – Big Meadows area (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

National Parks are becoming a refuge for people from city light pollution. Join amateur astronomers as they present a provocative presentation on controlling light pollution while they point out the heavenly stars. Topic: 10% Moon? Saturn, Jupiter at midnight.

Large telescopes are provided but also bring your own binoculars for night skies viewing. Amateur astronomer Rich Drumm will point out constellations with a green laser. An electronic scope projecting onto a screen will also show things that the eye can’t see – and in color, too!  Free to all park visitors.

A blanket, jacket, chair and flashlight are recommended.

Presentation is cancelled if there is inclement weather. Call 540-999-2222 the day of the event to check on its status

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Big Meadows Area and Big Meadows Lodge (mile 51 on Skyline Drive)

Amateur astronomer Frank Perfetti will share with you his love for this great universe and talk about what you are actually looking at when you see the sky.  Presentations take place at Big Meadows Lodge, and will begin with Solar Viewing in the meadow at 2:00 PM, followed by a Night Skies PP Presentation in the Big Meadows Lodge Massanutten Room beginning at 8:00 PM.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Solar Viewing in the big meadow area
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Night Skies Presentation in Massanutten Room

Mondays and Fridays
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Embark on an unforgettable journey of flavor and discovery with the exclusive Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle, an interesting and fun excursion that promises to satisfy. Leaving from Skyland, prepare to indulge in a curated selection of beverages at three renowned destinations: Copper Fox Distillery, Quièvremont Winery, and Gadino Cellars. Whether you’re a connoisseur seeking new discoveries or a novice eager to explore the world of whisky and wine, the Skyland Whisky-Wine Shuttle promises an unforgettable journey of taste and adventure. Reserve your spot today and prepare to enjoy while we handle the driving.

• $75.00 per person.
• Minimum of 6 paid participants required for excursion to run.
• 48-hour advance cancellation notice given if minimum is not met. Deposit fully refunded.
• If participant cancels, a 48-hour individual cancellation notice is required for refund. No refund if less than 48-hours’ notice received.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Eat, drink, shop and explore a gem of American history when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to Thomas Jefferson’s south lawn. Join Poplar Forest in celebrating Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia wine with tastings from multiple regional wineries. Enjoy live music performances, graze on foods by local vendors and shop the artisan market for one-of-a-kind finds.

Cost: General admission tickets, which include tasting and a complimentary Poplar Forest wine glass (while supplies last), are $35 in advance and $40 at the door; non-tasting tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door; children ages 6 and under free.

Shenandoah National Park — Skyland (mile 41.7 on Skyline Drive)

Join us at Skyland in Shenandoah National Park on Friday and Saturday, August 8th and 9th as Hawksbill Brewery will be taking over the Taps from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be live music from 7:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. on both nights.

ON TAP
Hooray for Luray IPA ABV 7.3% IBU 55
A classic cheer for a classic American hometown IPA. It’s robust in resinous aromas, not unlike a clear, Friday night game. Bites like a Bulldog and finishes with a balanced scoreboard – a real crowd pleaser.

Haymaker Cream Ale ABV 5.0% IBU 18
All a boy wants after a day of baling hay is a cooler full of beer. And, back in the day, that’s what they got – a light-tasting, easy-drinking, clean beer to complement their heavy day of pitchin’ squares.

Running Red Lights Red Ale ABV 5.4% IBU 28
Three weeks in a two-stoplight town becomes a forever home for sweet charm. Let this front porch swinging red ale make a memory on your palate. Don’t let the bitter back slow you down – run the red light to a clean finish.

Mile Marker 8 Belgian Wheat ABV 5.4% IBU 23
Also known as “Lot 8,” this Belgian wheat is a sweet spot for Shenandoah River dwellers to start or end their float. From sunrise to sunset, Mile Marker 8 will keep your toes puckered to the sky with a tangy, yet slightly bitter ride. Ask for an orange slice for an extra boost!

Peach Orchard Saison – 6% ABV IBU 31
True to style Saison with an added peach puree.  The peach on the nose and pallet does cut down on some of the classic Saison notes but make no mistake, this is an easy summer Saison.

BITES
Fish and Chips  $23.99
Running red lights batter cod, French fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon

Irish Nachos  $16.99
Waffle fries, Hooray for Luray IPA Beer cheese, pulled pork, tomato, red and green onion, jalapeno, sour cream

Ribs  $15.99
Peach orchard glazed riblets, pickled cabbage

Lot 8 Braised Beef  $24.99/
Tender Mile Marker braised beef, carrots, onions Yukon gold potatoes

Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. Explore the president’s cherished hideaway by candlelight on this hour-long holiday tour. See how early Americans decorated with fresh greens for the holidays as your guide paints intimate portraits of the Jefferson family’s celebration and Christmas at the Quarter Site, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop.

December 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2025
5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm each night

Cost: $30 pp.  Reservations are required.

Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. Explore the president’s cherished hideaway by candlelight on this hour-long holiday tour. See how early Americans decorated with fresh greens for the holidays as your guide paints intimate portraits of the Jefferson family’s celebration and Christmas at the Quarter Site, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop.

December 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2025
5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm each night

Cost: $30 pp.  Reservations are required.

Enjoy Poplar Forest decked out for the holidays on this special daytime tour that focuses on holiday traditions of the Jefferson time period. These hour-long, docent guided tours explore how Jefferson and his family celebrated the holidays and takes a look at how the holiday season impacted the enslaved community. These tours are only offered twice in December and reservations are strongly recommended.

Tickets are 

• $30 for adults 18+
• $17 for college students and teens (ages 12-17) 
• $11 for youth (ages 6-11)
• under 6 free

Step back in time to experience the magic of Christmas past at a seated holiday dinner in Thomas Jefferson’s villa. Join Mr. Jefferson, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, to celebrate the season with a multicourse dinner with wine pairings. Following dinner Mr. Jefferson will regale his guests with stories about the holiday traditions popular during his time. Must be 21 and older.

• $200 per person or $375 per couple. Reservations are required and must be made at least a week prior to dinner for catering consideration.

Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season in Jeffersonian style at Poplar Forest. Explore the president’s cherished hideaway by candlelight on this hour-long holiday tour. See how early Americans decorated with fresh greens for the holidays as your guide paints intimate portraits of the Jefferson family’s celebration and Christmas at the Quarter Site, drawn from true stories and anecdotes discovered in Jefferson’s letters and diaries. The tour is followed by refreshments in the Museum Shop.

December 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2025
5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm each night

Cost: $30 pp.  Reservations are required.

Enjoy Poplar Forest decked out for the holidays on this special daytime tour that focuses on holiday traditions of the Jefferson time period. These hour-long, docent guided tours explore how Jefferson and his family celebrated the holidays and takes a look at how the holiday season impacted the enslaved community. These tours are only offered twice in December and reservations are strongly recommended.

Tickets are 

• $30 for adults 18+
• $17 for college students and teens (ages 12-17) 
• $11 for youth (ages 6-11)
• under 6 free