Events

The Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosts activities all year long and promotes local and regional events that benefit the businesses and citizens of the region. To submit an event, either click on the link or please contact the chamber office at 540-962-2178.

The Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosts and co-sponsors a wide variety of events throughout the year, including networking opportunities, educational events and ribbon cuttings. The Chamber also supports major festivals, concerts and sporting events designed to enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.

  • Alleghany Highlands Restaurant Week!

    Alleghany Highlands of VA

    For the first time ever, the Alleghany Highlands is hosting a Restaurant Week—and it’s truly a community-wide effort! Taste of the Alleghany Highlands Restaurant Week is proudly supported by Alleghany County, Virginia, the City of Covington, VA, the Town of Clifton Forge, the Town of Iron Gate, Virginia, Olde Town Covington, Clifton Forge Main Street,…

  • GNMC Pub Series: Tower, Tamales, Tito’s and Tequila

    Garth Newel Music Center 403 Garth Newel Lane, Hot Springs

    Saturday, Feb 21st at 6pm Pay-as-you-wish, pub fare available for purchase Garth Newel Piano Quartet Pub Series concerts feature the fresh new voices of composers from all over the world in a relaxed “come as you are” atmosphere. Order a drink from the bar as well as pub fare after the concert from Chef Josh’s kitchen.

  • Stories of Green Pastures: A Black History Month Hike

    Douthat State Park 14239 Douthat State Park Road, Millboro, VA, United States

    Join us for a special Black History Month program at Green Pastures Recreation Area, a park originally built for African Americans during the era of segregation. This short guided hike will explore the rich history and stories of Green Pastures as we walk along the newly developed interpretive trail featuring seven brand-new interpretive signs. Along…

    Free
  • Community-Wide Merchant Meet Up for Small Businesses & Non-Profits

    Family TreeT's Restaurant 2815 Douthat Rd, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

    You are invited to join us on 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟒𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 @ 𝟓:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 for the next 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐓𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟖𝟏𝟓 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐝, 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐕𝐀, 𝟐𝟒𝟒𝟐𝟐. 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝?+ 𝙎𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝘽𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨+ 𝙉𝙤𝙣𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩𝙨+ 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 This is another great opportunity to connect with local leaders & business owners, share ideas…

  • All Fired Up: A Tribute To Benatar

    Historic Masonic Theatre and Ampitheatre 513 Church Street, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

    Come on out to the Historic Masonic Theatre on Saturday, February 28th from 7pm - 9pm for the "All Fired Up" show, a Tribute to Benatar!  With four Grammys, two multi-platinum albums, five platinum albums, three gold albums and 19 top 40 singles, the electric synergy of Pat Benatar and guitarist Neil “Spyder” James Giraldo…

  • Homeschool Connect at the Y!

    Homeschool Connect at the Y!

    Alleghany Highlands YMCA 101 YMCA Way, Covington, VA

    Get ready for fun, fitness, and friendship every 1st & 3rd Wednesday: 10AM–12:30PM | Ages: Homeschoolers of all kinds! Gym time, swimming, crafts & more — all in a safe, supervised space! Let’s make homeschool days even more awesome! More info alleghanyhighlandsymca.org

    $5.00 – $10.00
  • The Mountain Opry Presents: Lorrie Morgan at the Historic Masonic Theatre

    Historic Masonic Theatre and Ampitheatre 513 Church Street, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

    Lorrie Morgan returns to the Historic Masonic Theatre for a show you wont want to miss! Be sure to keep your calendars clear for Friday, March 13th from 7pm - 9pm!  She is undeniably one of the most eloquently emotive vocalists of modern times. Lorrie Morgan, the first woman in her genre to begin her…

  • 47th Annual Chamber Dinner & Awards Ceremony

    Omni Homestead Resort 7696 Sam Snead Hwy, Hot Springs, VA, United States

    The Board of Directors of the Alleghany Highlands Chamber of Commerce & Tourism cordially invites you and your guests to the 𝟒𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭 & 𝐒𝐩𝐚. ~ Cocktails @ 5:30pm~ Dinner @ 6:30pm Please use the link below when booking your stay at the…

  • 2026 George Washington Train Show

    C & O Railway Heritage Center 705 Main Street, Clifton Forge

    The Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society (C&OHS) announces its annual George Washington Train Show, a two-day fundraising event taking place March 21–22, 2026, in Clifton Forge, Virginia. The show will be held at two locations: The C&O Railway Heritage Center (701 Main Street) and the Clifton Forge Armory (724 Commercial Avenue). A $5 admission grants…

    $5.00
  • Kid’s Fishing Day at Douthat State Park

    Douthat State Park 14239 Douthat State Park Road, Millboro, VA, United States

    There’s nothing like the thrill of a first catch—bring your young anglers to reel in a big one at Kids Fishing Day. This fun-filled event is a great way for children to experience the excitement of fishing and explore the outdoors. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Camp Carson Picnic Shelter, with fishing from…