Plan by the season
The Valley's calendar runs on foliage, festivals, and farm seasons. These guides line up the best of each.
- fall · Mid-October – early November
Fall foliage in the Shenandoah Valley
Where and when to catch peak fall color in the Shenandoah Valley — Skyline Drive overlooks, ridge hikes, and orchard back roads.
View guide - fall · September – late October
Apple picking & orchards in the Shenandoah Valley
Pick-your-own orchards, cideries, and farm stands across the Valley — from Winchester's apple country to Augusta County farms.
View guide - winter · Late November – December
Christmas & holiday events in the Shenandoah Valley
Tree lightings, holiday markets, light displays, and historic Christmas walks across Winchester, Staunton, Lexington, and the Valley.
View guide - spring · Late March – May
Spring hikes in the Shenandoah Valley
Wildflower walks, waterfall hikes, and mild ridge trails in Shenandoah National Park and the George Washington National Forest.
View guide - summer · May – October
Summer farmers markets in the Shenandoah Valley
Saturday-morning farmers markets, produce stands, and outdoor pavilions across the Shenandoah Valley.
View guide - summer · June – early September
Swimming holes & river access in the Shenandoah Valley
Family-friendly swimming holes, state park beaches, and Shenandoah River access points across the Valley.
View guide - winter · December – February
Winter things to do in the Shenandoah Valley
Snow-tubing at Massanutten, indoor museums, breweries, and cozy small-town weekends across the Valley.
View guide - summer · June – August
Summer festivals in the Shenandoah Valley
Music festivals, fairs, food events, and town celebrations across the Shenandoah Valley each summer.
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