Upcoming Events


From music festivals, racing, history, heritage, food and everything in between. Here's your guide.

Brunch with Santa

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

HO! HO! HO! Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us on Sunday, December 8th for delicious brunch from Four Seasons Catering & Bakery/Deli, and snag a picture of Santa with your little ones! Menu: Sausage and Bacon Pancakes PB&J Sandwich Fruit Pastries Cupcakes $10/person Call 276.492.2400 and make your reservation ASAP. Space is limited.

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Damascus Appalachian Trail Center Ground Breaking

DAMASCUS APPALACHIAN TRAIL CENTER SET TO BREAK GROUND, CONTINUES GROWTH OF SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA’S OUTDOOR RECREATION ECONOMY ABINGDON, VA – A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Appalachian Trail Center in Damascus, VA will take place on February 4th at 11:00 AM. The groundbreaking will take place at the site of the new center on Laurel Avenue

Made in SWVA Artisan Event

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

ABINGDON, Va. (Wednesday, November 3, 2021) –  The Southwest Virginia Cultural Center is hosting a special Made in SWVA event next Saturday, November 6, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.   The special event will feature over 17 local and regional artisans from the ‘Round the Mountain organization.  The artisans will give live demonstrations of

The Crooked Road Christmas Jam

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

The Crooked Road Christmas Jam Thursday, December 2, 2021 The Crooked Road Christmas Jam, live at the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center! Come out and enjoy live music as we celebrate Christmas and the upcoming holiday season together. Dinner will be served from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Family Breakfast with Santa

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

Family Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 4, 2021 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Bring your children and grandchildren for a fun breakfast. Food includes a breakfast buffet, kids activities, and photos with Santa. Tickets Required.

Christmas Brunch

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

Christmas Brunch Sunday, December 5, 2021 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Celebrating the holiday season with an incredible brunch and live music. Tickets Required.

Storytime with Santa

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

Storytime with Santa Friday, December 17, 2021 6:00 pm Join Santa for a fun evening reading Christmas stories, roasting marshmallows, and fun kid activities. Ticket Required.

Southwest Virginia Independence Day Celebration

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

LOVE SWVA Concert Series, Presented by Tri-Cities Airport, Kicks Off July 2 Friends of Southwest Virginia is proud to announce the LOVE SWVA Concert Series, presented by the TRI-Cities Airport. Taking place at the outdoor Amphitheater at the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center (Heartwood), the concert series will feature live music and exciting entertainment. The concert series

SWVA Love Concert Series

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

Bluegrass Pickin on Classic Rock with Ironhorse FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 2022 SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA CULTURAL CENTER AMPHITHEATER 1 HEARTWOOD CIRCLE, ABINGDON, VA GATES OPEN: 7:00 P.M.  |  SHOW BEGINS: 8:00 P.M. $20 ADULTS  |  KIDS (< 18) FREE Bring your chair and enjoy a bluegrass spin in many Americana classics. Iron Horse was formed in 2000

Family Breakfast with Santa

Southwest Virginia Cultural Center & Marketplace 1 Heartwood Circle, Abingdon, VA, United States

Dec 03 Family Breakfast with Santa Bring your children and grandchildren for a fun Christmas breakfast. There will also be holiday activities and photos with Santa!