Best events in

Mount Crawford

From quiet weeknights at a local brewery to lively weekend festivals, there are plenty of events and things to do in the Mount Crawford, VA area. Much of the region's activity centers around Downtown Harrisonburg, where James Madison University's presence fuels a lively arts and culture scene. Performances range from professional theatre at the Forbes Center for the Performing Arts to intimate singer-songwriter sets at Pale Fire Brewing Co.

• Downtown Harrisonburg's walkable streets come alive during the monthly First Fridays of the Valley, with art exhibitions and performances at multiple venues.
• Catch local and touring bands at popular spots like The Golden Pony or enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere with blues music at Ruby's Arcade.
• The Rockingham County Fairgrounds hosts the region's annual fair and other large-scale community events just south of the city.