Visit Harrisonburg Virginia

06/19/2025

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a powerful celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equality.

Observed annually on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and invites us to reflect, learn, and stand in solidarity.

Here in Harrisonburg, we recognize the rich contributions of Black residents past and present who continue to shape the cultural, artistic, and culinary heartbeat of our community.

Take time today to support Black-owned businesses, visit local cultural sites, and join community events that celebrate unity and progress.

06/12/2025

🌅 Next Thursday marks the start of the Harrisonburg Farmers Market (Official) Sunset Markets!

Join us at Turner Pavilion every third Thursday, 5–8 PM, June through September, for evenings filled with:
🎶 Live music
🌽 Local farmers & artisans
🍴 Food trucks & tasty vendors
🎨 Hands-on activities with community organizations

Come out, connect with neighbors, and soak up those summer sunset vibes in the Friendly City! ☀️

06/04/2025

Come check out our new beautiful signs! We are open every day 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

06/04/2025

June is National Great Outdoors Month — and there’s no better basecamp than Harrisonburg, VA 🏞️

Just a short drive from Shenandoah National Park and the George Washington & Jefferson National Forests, Harrisonburg is your gateway to unforgettable hikes, scenic overlooks, and wild adventures.

After a day of exploring, come back to relax and recharge:
🍽️ Refuel at locally loved restaurants
🍻 Unwind at a downtown brewery
🎶 Catch live music in our vibrant downtown
🛍️ Stock up on gear at local outfitters
🛏️ Rest easy at a boutique hotel or cozy B&B

05/29/2025

☀️ Summer is just around the corner — and there’s no better place to soak it all in than right here in Harrisonburg! Add these must-do experiences to your summer bucket list:

🌳 Explore the lush trails of the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum at JMU
🍹 Dine on a rooftop with downtown views at Jimmy Madison's
🍺 Visit 5 local breweries and a cidery, all within downtown Harrisonburg
🎨 Find every mural and sculpture on the Harrisonburg Downtown Public Art Tour in the VisitHarrisonburgVA App

Let the summer adventures begin! 🌞

05/28/2025

Are you looking for an exciting career with a dynamic tourism office that allows you to utilize your professional marketing, creative social media, and media relations experience while making a direct impact in the local community? If so, consider applying to the City of Harrisonburg's Tourism Marketing & Social Media Specialist position! https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/jobs/4952806/tourism-marketing-social-media-specialist

05/21/2025

Memorial Day Cookout at Sage Bird Ciderworks! 🍎

Celebrate Memorial Day in Harrisonburg with great food, cold cider, and live music at Sage Bird’s cookout on Monday, May 27, 11am–7pm!

🎶 Live Music (2–6pm): Sneaky Snakes & Uncle Bengine
🍟 Hot food from 12–7 (free for Cider Society members!)
🛍️ Local vendors (11–6)
🎯 Co****le, chalk, and sunshine vibes

Bring your friends and kick off summer the Sage Bird way!

05/14/2025

Harrisonburg’s own Magpie Diner made it on USA TODAY’s 10 best roadside diners!

“Originally a tire service station back in the 1950s, Magpie Diner has taken on new life as a top destination for a lavish brunch. Dishes here go far beyond the scope of a typical breakfast restaurant, with options including mozzarella and mortadella breakfast biscuits, strawberry panzanella salad, and Southern poutine, which is loaded with crispy potatoes, sausage gravy, and a fried egg.”

Winners will be announced on Wednesday, May 14th at 12:00pm EDT.

05/14/2025

On May 17 at 10 AM, a new Virginia state historical marker titled “Resilience Amid Resistance” will be unveiled in front of the Federal Courthouse at 116 North Main Street. This important marker commemorates the landmark legal battles that helped dismantle Massive Resistance and enforce school desegregation across the Commonwealth.

The event will feature remarks and firsthand accounts from several key figures in Virginia’s desegregation history:
✊ Betty Kilby, lead plaintiff in Kilby v. Warren County
✊ Alex-Zan, the youngest member of the “Charlottesville 12” in Allen v. Charlottesville
✊ Anne Holton, former Virginia Secretary of Education and current professor at George Mason University

📍 All are welcome to attend this moving tribute to the resilience and courage that shaped a more just educational system.

05/09/2025

As National Pet Week comes to a close, there’s no better place to celebrate your furry friend than downtown Harrisonburg! 🐾🎉

Celebrate with your best bud:
🍪 Snag a personalized treat at Blue Ridge Dog
🍔 Share a chill meal on the patio at Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint H-burg (burgers for you, belly rubs for them).
🍦 Swing byKlines Dairy Bar for a pup cup.
🍻 And raise a glass at Three Notch'd Brewing Company - Valley Collab House , pups welcome right by your side.

05/07/2025

Downtown Harrisonburg is buzzing with the heartbeat of locally owned businesses. From cozy cafés and farm-to-table restaurants to curated boutiques and artistic havens, every corner has a story to tell. 💛

Each storefront reflects the dreams, creativity, and dedication of the people who’ve built a downtown experience like no other. Whether you're visiting for a day or a weekend, come see why downtown Harrisonburg is truly one of a kind.

05/06/2025

Happening this weekend! 🍻 Get your tickets now!

www.friendlycitybeerfest.com/events/beer-fest-2025-tickets

We love having a green space for the festival!! 🌿 Expanding into the field behind Restless Moons gives us space to host great beer & good vibes!

Get your tickets now! 🎟️ We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻