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Fall foliage, Hokie football, pumpkin patches, wineries and breweries, Farmers Markets, and more! See our suggestions for your fall getaway in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, Virginia!
Fall foliage, Hokie football, pumpkin patches, wineries and breweries, Farmers Markets, and more! See our suggestions for your fall getaway in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County, Virginia!
- Fall Foliage:
- With colorful mountain escapes and accessible outdoor adventure, spend a few days hiking, mountain biking, or relaxing with the unbelievably vibrant hues of autumn leaves. Stay in a cabin at Gap Mountain Retreat, the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle and take in unforgettable views of the New River and Southwest Virginia. Explore the Jefferson National Forest, bike the trails at Brush Mountain Park, or take a stroll along the banks of Pandapas Pond. Plan your visit between mid and late October to catch peak seasonal colors of yellow, orange, and red.
- With colorful mountain escapes and accessible outdoor adventure, spend a few days hiking, mountain biking, or relaxing with the unbelievably vibrant hues of autumn leaves. Stay in a cabin at Gap Mountain Retreat, the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle and take in unforgettable views of the New River and Southwest Virginia. Explore the Jefferson National Forest, bike the trails at Brush Mountain Park, or take a stroll along the banks of Pandapas Pond. Plan your visit between mid and late October to catch peak seasonal colors of yellow, orange, and red.
- Hokie Football:
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- Start jumping! Whether you're an avid Virginia Tech football fan or a visiting fan of an opposing team, there's no place like Blacksburg during college football season. Spend time exploring downtown with local shops, restaurants, and experiences you won't want to miss. Pop over to Lane Stadium for a tailgating experience like no other. Hit the stadium and welcome the Hokies with the iconic Enter Sandman entrance. No matter if you plan on cheering for the Hokies or rooting for the visiting team, you won't regret experiencing one of college football's premiere gameday atmospheres.
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- Sinkland Farms:
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- Ranked as one of the top 5 pumpkin patches in the nation by USA TODAY, enjoy the 35th Annual Pumpkin Festival from September 19 to November 1 at Sinkland Farms. Just a few minutes from downtown Christiansburg, enjoy hayrides, live music, arts and crafts vendors, delicious food and drink options, and more! Celebrating 250 years of freedom, family, and farming, this is an opportunity to explore the best of the Blue Ridge Mountains like never before.
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- Wineries & Breweries:
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- Wind down and cozy up at one of our many fantastic wineries and breweries. Pay a visit to the mountains where Beliveau Farm Winery offers stunning views and an artistic approach to wine-making you won't find anywhere else. Spending an evening in Christiansburg? You have to swing by Iron Tree Brewing with craft beer for a variety of tastes and a beautiful venue in the heart of downtown. Looking for a brewery in Blacksburg? Good, because there are a bunch of options to choose from including J.H. Bard's Spirit Co., Rising Silo Brewery, Eastern Divide Brewing Company, and Moon Hollow Brewing Company.
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- Farmers Markets:
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- Both Blacksburg and Christiansburg have fantastic Farmers Markets with artisan and craft vendors, farm-fresh produce, live music, and much more. Visit Blacksburg Market Square on Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings or visit Christiansburg Huckleberry Park on Thursday afternoons for two of the best market experiences in Southwest Virginia.
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