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Welcome to Abingdon, Virginia! Find your perfect getaway in Abingdon, Where Every Visit Tells a Story.

Uncover the genuine hospitality of our small town, celebrated for the Barter Theatre, the Virginia Creeper Trail, and thriving artists and chefs. The Town of Abingdon has been welcoming visitors for over 200 years. Located in Virginia's beautiful Blue Ridge Highlands, Abingdon encompasses historical sites and attractions, cultural events, outdoor recreation, and world-class art venues. We are home

to Barter Theatre, the State Theatre of Virginia, and one of the longest-running professional theatres in the nation. Visitors to Abingdon can find creativity on display in visual, performing, traditional and theatrical arts. The historic downtown area is a great place to do some retail therapy; you can enjoy a farm-to-table meal at one of our great locally-owned restaurants or try a tasting at one of our craft beverage spots. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, consider the Virginia Creeper Trail for a lovely bike ride or scenic hike. Take in the arts, culture, and history at one of our many museums and galleries throughout the town while enjoying our cozy accommodations at one of our hotels, bed and breakfasts, and cottages. Come see us...And remember… “It’ Always Play Time In Abingdon.”

08/31/2026

Meet us on Main Street this First Friday 🎨

First Friday is happening this Friday, September 4th in downtown from 5 to 8 PM.

Wander through galleries and studios at your own pace and meet the artists that keep Abingdon vibrant. Keep the night going and catch a live performance, shop downtown, or grab a drink at a participating DORA beverage vendor to sip and stroll your way through the historic district.

Here’s what’s happening this month:
✨ Meet the artist + hors d’oeuvres at Dot + Hop
✨ Create your own animal buttons, snacks, and open studios at the Art Lab at William King Museum of Art
✨ Live artisan & stained-glass demonstrations at The Glass Peacock
✨ Dance demonstrations at Southern Appalachian Dance Academy
✨ Raku pottery workshop at Holston Mountain Artisans + demonstrations from wood carver Mark Blevins
✨ Open artist studios at The Arts Depot
✨ Local shopping, extended hours, music at local restaurants, & more

September is also the LAST First Friday of the year with free retro trolley rides from Experience Appalachia. Hop on and off at stops throughout downtown to make your art walk even easier.

08/26/2026

New merch has landed!

The VCT patch design you’ve been seeing is now joined by a few new items, plus a fresh restock of the VCT patch hats. Stop by the Abingdon Visitor Center, Virginia Creeper Trail Welcome Center, or The Outpost at Alvarado Station to grab yours:

🚴 VCT patch short sleeve in Bay (Comfort Colors)
🍁 VCT patch long sleeve in Yam (Comfort Colors)
❤️ Retro Virginia is for Lovers ringer tee (Port & Co.)
🧱 Abingdon Main Streetscape tee in brick red (Comfort Colors), color inspired by our brick-lined historic district*

*Abingdon Main Streetscape tee not available at Alvarado Station

08/25/2026

Now open at William King Museum of Art 🦠

Jocelyn Mathewes: Para(site)dise explores illness and corporeality through photography, cyanotype prints, assemblage, paper sculpture and video.

Mathewes’ work asks difficult questions about how we live with illness: In what ways are we allowed to be sick and in what ways are we expected to be strong? How do we navigate illness in a world which is not made to accommodate disabilities or, indeed, times of weakness?

On display through January 10, 2027, plan an afternoon at the museum and spend some time with this contemplative new exhibition.

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Learn more about this exhibition and more at WilliamKingMuseum.org

08/19/2026

Things we find kinda chic in ✨

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08/14/2026

Episode 1. from the New Docuseries "All Grav No Brakes" a soap box opera presented by EABN. Follow for episode 2 and come out to the Soap Box Derby on September 5th. in Abingdon

08/13/2026

MOVED INDOORS TO deltabluesq_abingdon DUE TO POTENTIAL WEATHER!

The weather had other plans, but the show goes on! Tonight’s Thursday Night Jams show with Cinémathèque has been moved indoors to Delta Blues BBQ at the Abingdon Commons! Bring your friends and come dance with us!

Doors at 7 PM, show starts at 7:30 PM. Free and open to all ages!

08/12/2026

A few favorite moments from last month’s Thursday Night Jams with Scott T. Smith 🌞🌙

Thursday Night Jams season isn’t over yet. Join us at the Abingdon Market Pavilion for three more nights of free live music this season:

🎬 TOMORROW! August 13 - Cinémathèque
🎸 August 27 - The Jesse Williams Band
🎶 September 24 - Dave Eggar String Quartet featuring members of the Knoxville Symphony

All events are free and open to all ages. Doors at 7 PM, music starts at 7:30 PM. BYO blanket or chair. Grab dinner and drinks downtown. The DORA will be open for these events.

📸: Mohsin Kazmi

08/08/2026

A look back at last weekend’s spectacular hot air balloon festivities with Virginia Highlands Festival 🎈

There’s never a dull moment during summer in 💚 Explore all that’s coming up and plan your end of summer getaway at VisitAbingdonVirginia.com

08/06/2026

Friday night plans? Kick off the weekend with First Friday! 🎨

Sip, stroll, and see where the night takes you tomorrow, Friday, August 7th, from 5-8 PM. Wander through galleries, meet local artists, catch live demonstrations and performances, browse downtown shops, and make a night of it with dinner and drinks along the way.

And don’t forget to hop aboard the FREE retro trolley from Experience Appalachia to make exploring even easier. Listen for the bell! 🔔

Participating Art Partners:
🎨 Dot + Hop Featuring meet the artist Hattie Hopkins and hors d’oeuvres
🎨 Abingdon Fine Art & Framing, Featuring 20% off framing all weekend
🎨The Arts Depot, Featuring open artist studios and exhibits
🎨 Art Lab at William King Museum of Art, Featuring folded paper fans craft, snacks, open artist studios
🎨 Holston Mountain Artisans, Featuring live artisan demonstrations
🎨 The Glass Peacock, Featuring live stained-glass demonstrations
🎨The Gallery @ Barr Photographics

Participating restaurants, retail, and lodging partners for August 2026:
-Market on Main, Featuring tax free weekend
-The Historic Hattie House
-Feel Good Berry Bowls Cafe
-Foxglove Antiques & Etc., Featuring 10% First Friday Discount
-Shady Business, Featuring 10% First Friday Discount
-Gopher Hole Golf, Participating DORA beverage vendor
-Delta Blues BBQ - Abingdon, Participating DORA beverage vendor, Live music from The Soulamanders 8-10 PM
-Mr. Siegner's Mens Shop
-Siegners LTD, Featuring First Friday discounts
-Appalachian Roots Trading Post
-Peddling Jack's- Men’s Specialty Shop
-Wolf Hills Coffee
-The Book Cellar

07/22/2026

One of ’s longest standing summer traditions returns this week!

The Virginia Highlands Festival comes alive this Friday, July 24th through Sunday, August 2nd. For more than 75 years, the Virginia Highlands Festival has brought together art, music, history, food, storytelling, and Appalachian craftsmanship to celebrate the spirit of the region and the people who call it home. This year is slated to be bigger than ever with over 200 individual events!

Explore the festival and create your own custom itinerary of events at VAHighlandsFestival.com

Address

208 West Main Street
Abingdon, VA
24210

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12766762282

Website

http://www.visitabingdonvirginia.com/

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