Local Universities
Experience All the Innovation
Montgomery County is an epicenter of culture, growth and innovation in Southwest Virginia due in large part to our local universities: Virginia Tech and nearby Radford University. The universities bring in inventors, renowned performers, and an energy with the students that lights up the community. Whether youโre visiting campus or coming to town for a game, the lively atmosphere will welcome you with a โHokie, Hokie, Hy.โ
#GoToMontVa
The Blacksburg Farmer`s Market had special guests this past weekend for their Spring Market Kickoff! ๐ Did you catch these adorable alpacas on Saturday?
The market is now open Saturdays 8am-2pm and Wednesdays 2pm-6pm each week. โ
Come out for farm-fresh goods and handmade items, as well as live music and the opportunity to meet local farmers and artisans! ๐
#GoToMontVA #gototown #blacksburgfarmersmarket #visitblacksburg #shoplocal #alpaca #spring #virginiaisforlovers
We are excited to announce a FREE virtual workshop series led by Miles Partnership, a strategic marketing company focused exclusively on travel and tourism, to help ensure your online presence is in great shape! โญ
There are two webinars being offered on Tuesday, April 9 and Tuesday April 16, at 10am on both dates.
The first presentation is an overview and general introduction, while the second highlights more advanced topics. Advance registration is required. (Link in bio)
#GoToMontVA #milespartnership #google #webinar #freeworkshop
Spring is in full bloom in Montgomery County! ๐ธ
In addition to cherry trees, redbuds, Bradford pears, and a variety of flowering bushes and bulbs can be found decorating our beautiful landscape. ๐ Whatโs your favorite type of spring bloom? Comment below! ๐
Photo: E. Cook // Montgomery County Regional Tourism
#gotomontva #spring #cherryblossom #virginiatech #gototown #virginiaisforoutdoorlovers
Warm weather and sunny skies are in the forecast for St. Patrickโs Day weekend! โ๏ธ๐ If youโre looking for an outdoor activity to enjoy, why not take a stroll or bike ride on the Huckleberry Trail? ๐ด Be sure to check out our Virtual Visitor Center for a listing of this weekendโs festivities as well! ๐ป (Link in bio)
Photo: E. Cook // Montgomery County Regional Tourism
#GoToMontVA #stpatricksday #virginiaisforoutdoorlovers
Have you seen this colorful school of fish in Downtown Christiansburg? ๐ ๐There`s plenty of public art to see in our two towns--check out the link in our bio for a full map!
#GoToMontVA #visitchristiansburgva #publicart #virginiaisforartlovers #downtownchristiansburg
A warm, sunny day + a Love Potion milkshake from @sugarmagnoliashops = perfection ๐
#gotomontva #gototown #valentinesday #springisontheway #virginiaisforlovers
We`re very lucky to have Marcia`s Park right outside of the Tourism Office! ๐
The park--located in Downtown Blacksburg--features walking paths, benches, a gazebo and a picnic area, as well as some lovely natural scenery. ๐ผ๐ It is also in close proximity to the historic Five Chimneys House!
#GoToMontVA #gototown #visitblacksburgva #virginiaisforoutdoorlovers
Come to the Blacksburg Community Center on Monday, January 29th from 4:30-8:30pm to learn more about the NRV Passenger Rail Project and share your input!
This project will bring passenger rail service to the region for the first time since 1979! ๐ฎ
In addition, a survey will be open from January 29th-February 28th for community members to share their priorities for the project.
#gotomontva #visitnrv #passengerrail #virginiapassengerrailauthority #communityinput
