Introducing Our 2026 Best of Virginia Winners

Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County are home to some of Virginia's top tourism attractions, events, restaurants, breweries, shops, and more! The following attractions, events, and businesses made Virginia Living's "Best of Virginia 2026" Southwest Virginia list, and are the perfect spots to make your next core memory!


  Top Asian Restaurant:   Top Burger Joint:   Top Caterer:   Top Fine Dining:   Top Italian Restaurant:   Top Mexican Restaurant:   Top Outdoor Dining:   Top Plant-Based or Gluten-Free Restaurant:   Top Steakhouse:   Top Bakery: Top Farmer's Market:   Top Specialty/Gourmet Food Shop:   Top Wine Shop:   Top Brewery:   Top Cocktails:   Top Distillery: Top Art Event:   Top Entertainment for Adults:   Top Festival:   Top Movie Theatre:   Top Performing Arts:   Top Special Event Venue:   Top Antique Shop:   Top Bookstore:   Top Children's Store:   Top Thrift Shop:   Top Gift Store:   Top Record Store:   Top Women's Clothing:   Top Greenhouse & Nursery:   Top Florist Shop:                        

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Live music, arts and crafts vendors from across the country, and the best local restaurants in the region. What a way to spend a summer weekend!

The 45th Steppin` Out is back in Blacksburg on August 7 and 8 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Plan your weekend getaway today at gotomontva.com

For more Steppin` Out information, visit the following link: https://blacksburgsteppinout.com/

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Photos: @rogerguptaphotography

#GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

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Live music, arts and crafts vendors from across the country, and the best local restaurants in the region. What a way to spend a summer weekend! The 45th Steppin' Out is back in Blacksburg on August 7 and 8 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Plan your weekend getaway today at gotomontva.com For more Steppin' Out information, visit the following link: https://blacksburgsteppinout.com/ @visitvirginia Photos: @rogerguptaphotography #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

Core Memory Conversations - Episode 9

Part store, part love letter to Appalachia. At @mountainviewmercantile, you`ll find vintage clothing, authentic antiques, nostalgia-inducing discoveries, and much more right at your fingertips.

Make your next core memory! Watch our entire Core Memory Conversations series on our website! Link in bio.

#GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

@visitvirginia | @southwest.virginia

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Core Memory Conversations - Episode 9 Part store, part love letter to Appalachia. At @mountainviewmercantile, you'll find vintage clothing, authentic antiques, nostalgia-inducing discoveries, and much more right at your fingertips. Make your next core memory! Watch our entire Core Memory Conversations series on our website! Link in bio. #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV @visitvirginia | @southwest.virginia

Core Memory Conversations - Episode 8

The @christiansburgaquaticcenter is the perfect place to cool off from the summer heat! Bring the whole family to one of the finest indoor pools in Virginia. Complete with a three-tier waterslide, leisure pool, and tons of amenities for the kids, so much fun is waiting for you!

Keep up with our weekly episodes and plan your stay today on our website! Link in bio.

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Core Memory Conversations - Episode 8 The @christiansburgaquaticcenter is the perfect place to cool off from the summer heat! Bring the whole family to one of the finest indoor pools in Virginia. Complete with a three-tier waterslide, leisure pool, and tons of amenities for the kids, so much fun is waiting for you! Keep up with our weekly episodes and plan your stay today on our website! Link in bio.

Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County are looking great this summer! Come see for yourself!

Make your next core memory! Plan your stay today on our website. Link in bio!

#GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

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Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Montgomery County are looking great this summer! Come see for yourself! Make your next core memory! Plan your stay today on our website. Link in bio! #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

Core Memory Conversations - Episode 7

@thewwiimuseumofthenrv is a great place to learn, reflect, and make memories with loved ones. Explore artifacts and make new discoveries at this Blacksburg museum.

Keep up with our weekly episodes and plan your stay today! Link in bio.

#GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV

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Core Memory Conversations - Episode 7 @thewwiimuseumofthenrv is a great place to learn, reflect, and make memories with loved ones. Explore artifacts and make new discoveries at this Blacksburg museum. Keep up with our weekly episodes and plan your stay today! Link in bio. #GoToMontVA #VirginiaIsForLovers #VisitNRV
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