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SUMMARY:Mount Rogers Fall Naturalist Rally
DESCRIPTION:This two night/three day seasonal BRDC event showcases the crown jewel of Southwest Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains: the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area\, home to Virginia’s three tallest peaks. With diverse altitudes and a variety of ecosystems within close reach\, it’s a naturalist’s paradise. Each Winter\, Spring\, Summer\, and Fall we offer a weekend of field trips led by expert guides\, making the area’s unique ecology engaging and accessible for everyone\, from curious beginners to seasoned naturalists.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/mount-rogers-fall-naturalist-rally/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Discovery Center\, 6402 Whitetop Rd.\, Troutdale\, VA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:The Riverside - Live
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Cardinal Music Hall on October 17th for an intimate evening with The Riverside\, a folk trio known for rich harmonies\, thoughtful songwriting\, and a warm\, welcoming stage presence.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/the-riverside-at-the-cardinal-music-hall/
LOCATION:The Cardinal Music Hall\, 106 W Liberty Avenue
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:Barn Quilt Workshop
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URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/barn-quilt-workshop/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Damascus Old Mill Inn\, 215 W Imboden St
CATEGORIES:Register/RSVP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
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SUMMARY:Samhain Workshop and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:That ancestral whisper and spooky chill in the breeze is upon us and autumn is close at hand. Is you soul stirring as the leaves begin to fall? Then join us for a two day event of workshops\, rituals\, and celebration as remember our loved ones and ancestors. Connect with the cycle of the year in releasing and letting go\, to rest within and make peace with our spooky shadow self. \n1st Day: 1pm to 7pm \nEvents and activities \n* Forest therapy \n* Meditation \n* Workshops \n* Crystal Healing Session \n* Relaxing around the fire and tea ceremony \n* Ancestral Healing \n* and more \n  \nDay 2: 3pm – 9:30pm \nEvents and Activities: \n* Costume party 🥳 \n* Ancestral Honor Ceremony \n* Releasing Ritual \n* Spooky Stories by the fire 🔥 \n* Carving pumpkins 🎃 and craft take aways \n* Full Moon Ritual \n  \nThis is a short summary and not detailed information. Come to both days or just one the choice is yours! \n  \n**PRICES** \n….MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE… \nNO REFUND WITHIN 5 DAYS OF EVENT \n  \nADULTS EACH: $25.00 \n  \nYOUTH BETWEEN 13 – 17: $15.00 \n  \nCHILDREN 12 AND YOUNGER: FREE \n  \n*** Please keep in mind all Events are child appropriate\, but not all events might be comprehensive or suitable for children’s understanding or age.*** \n  \nFor any questions or concerns please contact John Powers @ 276-623-6355. For reservations and payment please call us. Space IS LIMITED! Looking forward to a magical and slightly spooky\, loving good time. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/samhain-workshop-and-celebration/
LOCATION:The Oak and Holly Natural Healing\, 524 Reed Street
CATEGORIES:Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:HOWL-O-WEEN at Fig Tree Flower Farm - A dog event!
DESCRIPTION:🎃🐾 HOWL-O-WEEN AT FIG TREE FLOWER FARM!🐾🎃 \nGrab your pup\, break out the costumes and join Fig Tree Flower Farm + TRAILDOG & CO. for an afternoon of Halloween fun for dogs and their humans! \n🐾 ONLY 50 PUP PASSES AVAILABLE!\n🎟️ $15 in advance | $20 at the gate (unless sold out)\n🙋 Humans are FREE! \n🎟️ GET YOUR PUP PASS:\nhttps://square.link/u/X8KJI0b8?src=sheet \nYour Pup Pass includes an afternoon of Howl-O-Ween fun around the farm: \n🎃 The Great Pumpkin Sniffari\n🧙 Witch’s Treat Trail\n🦴 Bobbing for Boo-nes\n📸 Howl-O-Ween Costume Photo Contest\n🔥 Campfire & S’mores for the humans!\n🛍️ TRAILDOG & CO. + Fig Tree Flower Farm Pop-Ups\n🍂 Plenty of room to explore the farm with your favorite four-legged friend! \n🐕‍🦺 SPECIAL DEMONSTRATION AT 3:30 PM! \nWe’re excited to welcome Black Diamond Search and Rescue for a special cadaver dog demonstration. Come see these incredible working dogs and their handlers in action! \n📸 HOWL-O-WEEN COSTUME CONTEST \nDress your pup in their Howl-O-Ween best! Official costume photos will be taken from 2:00–3:30 PM. \nAfter Howl-O-Ween\, we’ll post the official contestant photos on Facebook and let YOU choose the winner! The photo receiving the most reactions on the original Facebook contest post wins. \n🏆 Winner announced October 31! \n❤️ PARTY WITH A PURPOSE \n20% of Pup Pass proceeds\, plus additional donations collected during Howl-O-Ween\, will benefit Rescue DOG & End of Life Sanctuary. \nAdvance tickets are strongly encouraged. Once all 50 Pup Passes are claimed\, we’re full! \n🎟️ GET YOUR $15 ADVANCE PUP PASS:\nhttps://square.link/u/X8KJI0b8?src=sheet \nBring your pup. Bring your costume. Bring your Halloween spirit. \nLET’S HOWL! 🎃🐾 \nPresented by Fig Tree Flower Farm + TRAILDOG & CO.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/howl-o-ween-at-fig-tree-flower-farm-a-dog-event/
LOCATION:Fig Tree Flower Farm\, 22250 Fig Tree Rd.\, Damascus\, VA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:Will Overman
DESCRIPTION:Will Overman brings his heartfelt blend of Americana\, country\, and folk storytelling to The Cardinal Music Hall in Damascus\, VA on November 7. Known for authentic songwriting and energetic live performances\, the Virginia-born artist delivers songs rooted in Appalachian influence and modern country spirit. Experience a powerful night of live music in the heart of trail town Damascus.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/will-overman-at-the-cardinal-music-hall/
LOCATION:The Cardinal Music Hall\, 106 W Liberty Avenue
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:Sparrow Smith + Strong Water
DESCRIPTION:Sparrow Smith + Strong Water live @ The Cardinal Music Hall in Damascus\, VA on November 21. Sparrow Smith\, a beloved WNC multi-instrumentalist serving up masterful banjo\, accordion\, and folk charm.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/sparrow-smith-strong-water-at-the-cardinal-music-hall/
LOCATION:The Cardinal Music Hall\, 106 W Liberty Avenue
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Register/RSVP
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CREATED:20260917T190302Z
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SUMMARY:Dashing Thru Damascus: 5K\, Half Marathon Polar Plunge / Sauna
DESCRIPTION:8 am Half Marathon9:30 am 5k11 am Polar Plunge & Sauna at Trail Town Fitness\nSignup – https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=142669\n 
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/dashing-thru-damascus-5k-half-marathon-polar-plunge-sauna/
LOCATION:Trailtown Fitness\, 132 W Laurel Ave
CATEGORIES:A Trail Town Christmas,Outdoor,Register/RSVP,Trail Event
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SUMMARY:Sarah DeShields - New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an intimate live performance from Sarah DeShields at our Friends\, Family & Sponsors event at The Cardinal Music Hall. Known for heartfelt songwriting and a captivating stage presence\, she delivers a warm\, powerful show. This is a limited-capacity night with only 30 tickets available to the public. Advance purchase is recommended for best availability now.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/sarah-deshields-at-the-cardinal-music-hall/
LOCATION:The Cardinal Music Hall\, 106 W Liberty Avenue
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:Damascus Trout Days
DESCRIPTION:A 3-day trout tournament in Damascus\, VA on Laurel & Beaverdam Creeks. Awards by trout tag lottery\, prizes up to $1000\, limit 200 anglers. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Damascus\, Virginia in April for a trout fishing tournament & festival. Trout Days will be held on the portions of Laurel Creek and Beaverdam Creek within town limits and will be limited to 200 registered anglers each. \nRegistration is $75/adult\, $45/youth. Trout Days is a catch-and-release tournament\, single hook\, artificial lures only\, no powerbait or bait of any kind. A current Virginia freshwater fishing license is required and state regulations apply. A stocking is scheduled prior to the event and 200 of the stocked trout will be tagged. The fishing tournament is open from 5:00 PM until dusk on Friday\, from dawn to dusk on Saturday\, and from dawn until noon on Sunday. \nAwards will be determined by a trout tag lottery on Sunday after the tournament. Each trout tag collected equals one entry; the more tagged trout you catch\, the more chances to win! Prizes include cash awards of up to $1\,000 each\, plus a mix of gear\, guided trip\, and other sponsored items. Also included is a separate raffle for all participants on Saturday evening. \nAll Trout Days proceeds are reinvested into our community through a free Kids Fishing Day\, a community creek clean-up in Damascus\, and a fishing pole lending library – helping local families and visitors alike enjoy\, care for\, and connect with our waterways.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/damascus-trout-days-2/
LOCATION:Stone Fly Co.\, 121 Commerce Street
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Register/RSVP
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SUMMARY:Mount Rogers Spring Naturalist Rally
DESCRIPTION:This two night/three day seasonal BRDC event showcases the crown jewel of Southwest Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains: the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area\, home to Virginia’s three tallest peaks. With diverse altitudes and a variety of ecosystems within close reach\, it’s a naturalist’s paradise. Each Winter\, Spring\, Summer\, and Fall we offer a weekend of field trips led by expert guides\, making the area’s unique ecology engaging and accessible for everyone\, from curious beginners to seasoned naturalists.
URL:https://visitdamascus.org/event/mount-rogers-spring-naturalist-rally-at-blue-ridge-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Discovery Center\, 6402 Whitetop Rd.\, Troutdale\, VA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Register/RSVP
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