Visit Staunton, Virginia

Visit Staunton, Virginia Experience Staunton’s magic! Staunton is centrally located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia at the intersection of I-81 and I-64.
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From iconic landmarks and lively arts to scenic mountain escapes, our city blends small-town charm with big cultural appeal. Acclaimed as one of the “Best Small Towns in America,” Staunton’s charming downtown is home to a vibrant arts and music scene, a sizzling reputation for local food and dining, and a cool array of independent shops and galleries clustered along the historic Main

Street. And, if it’s the mountains that are calling you, Staunton is the perfect base from which to explore Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. After you’ve had your fill of outdoor adventure and scenic drives, enjoy a fun-filled night of theater at the American Shakespeare Center, step back in time at the Frontier Culture Museum, or explore the legacy of Woodrow Wilson at his presidential library and museum. Staunton delivers big time culture and small-town cool – year round. City of Staunton Comment Policy:
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Experience small town magic this spring and summer in Staunton! 🌞What's on your list of must-do activities on a sunny da...
06/02/2026

Experience small town magic this spring and summer in Staunton! 🌞

What's on your list of must-do activities on a sunny day in this lovely town?

Click the link below to see our Visitors Guide for year-round inspiration!

📸: Kate Simon Photography

Staunton is our fave! Thanks to Made; By the People, For the People for this great photo. Staunton makes a mighty fine b...
05/29/2026

Staunton is our fave!

Thanks to Made; By the People, For the People for this great photo. Staunton makes a mighty fine backdrop!

A little history. A dash of backstage access. A LOT of theatre and magic. ✨Take a Playhouse Tour with the American Shake...
05/28/2026

A little history. A dash of backstage access. A LOT of theatre and magic. ✨

Take a Playhouse Tour with the American Shakespeare Center and see why visitors from around the world make the trip to Staunton for this one-of-a-kind theatre experience.

Click the link below to schedule your tour!

05/26/2026

Could you survive life in the 1700s?

In this episode of The U is Silent; We Aren’t, Butch Smiley reflects on 40 years of leadership, the immigrant stories that shaped America, and the power of living history to connect us with the past and each other.

Additionally, Smiley delves into why Staunton is such a powerful place to tell America’s story as the nation nears its 250th anniversary.

Click the link below or find us wherever you listen to podcasts!

Some regions have happy hour. Staunton and the Shenadoah Valley have a whole weekend plan. 🍺Start in Staunton for a cold...
05/21/2026

Some regions have happy hour. Staunton and the Shenadoah Valley have a whole weekend plan. 🍺

Start in Staunton for a cold pour at Redbeard Brewing Company, Queen City Brewing, or Pro Re Nata+, then venture into the Shenandoah Valley for brewery hopping with mountain views along the way on the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail.

Start planning your brewery pit stops with our blog roundup! Link below.

Weekend evenings in Downtown Staunton feel like everyone collectively remembered how to enjoy life again. 🌙Want to feel ...
05/19/2026

Weekend evenings in Downtown Staunton feel like everyone collectively remembered how to enjoy life again. 🌙

Want to feel the joie de vivre? Click the link below to learn more about Shop & Dine Out!

📸: Kate Simon Photography

It's American Craft Beer Week, and this year is extra special as we raise a pint to Shenandoah Beerwerks' 10th Anniversa...
05/15/2026

It's American Craft Beer Week, and this year is extra special as we raise a pint to Shenandoah Beerwerks' 10th Anniversary! 🍻

Grab your passport (or pick one up at our Visitor Center or a local brewery), and hit the trail this weekend! After you collect stamps from eight participating breweries, you can exchange your passport for a cool, commemorative t-shirt.

Nearby locations to pick up stamps include:
Redbeard Brewing Company, 120 S Lewis St., Staunton, VA 24401
Queen City Brewing, 834 Spring Hill Rd, Staunton, VA 24401
Pro Re Nata+, 414 Parkersburg Turnpike, Staunton, VA 24401

Click the link below to learn more!

📷: Todd Arbogast

Staunton truly is made of magic! ✨Our walkable downtown encompasses six historic districts filled with beautiful 19th an...
05/14/2026

Staunton truly is made of magic! ✨

Our walkable downtown encompasses six historic districts filled with beautiful 19th and 20th architecture and independently-owned restaurants, galleries, and businesses.

Looking for a tour of this beautiful town? Click the link below to learn more.

📸: Kate Simon Photography

Whether your go-to playlist leans bluegrass, folk, jazz, rock, classical, or all-of-the-above, Staunton has a stage for ...
05/13/2026

Whether your go-to playlist leans bluegrass, folk, jazz, rock, classical, or all-of-the-above, Staunton has a stage for it this summer! Explore concerts, community traditions, and live performances that make every weekend feel like a festival.

Click the link below to create your own summer soundtrack in Staunton!

05/11/2026

“Cool stuff doesn’t happen unless there’s a lot of love in the room.” That’s according to Jeremy West, Artistic Director and Founder of Silver Line Theatre Exchange—a black box educational theatre built inside a converted Staunton warehouse by a teacher, a former student, and a whole lot of belief in what a small city can hold.

Learn more about Jeremy's winding road from Alabama stages to the American Shakespeare Center to a converted warehouse on Lewis Street on our most recent episode of "The U is Silent; We Aren't" Podcast.

Click the link in the comments to listen now, or find us in your favorite podcast app!

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