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.

Event Series The Gauntlet Classes

The Gauntlet Classes

DSLCC

Classes for The Gauntlet starts February 5, 2019 for 10 weeks every Tuesday night. Want to start your business or expand please let us know. Over $200,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded at the Gauntlet Awards Ceremony at the Vinton Memorial on May 16, 2019. Something you don't want to miss! For more…

Historic Jefferson High School – Display Held Over

Clifton Forge Public Library 535 Church St, Clifton Forge, VA, United States

Due to community interest, the Clifton Forge Public Library is extending their Black History Month display throughout the month of March.  “Celebrating the History of Jefferson High School” features memorabilia from the historic high school, compiled by local historians Ettrula Moore and Ione Callender.

Wreath Making with Buddy

Join Buddy Carter on March 19th, at 1pm to 4pm for a chance to learn how to make your own decorative flower wreath. Participants are expected to bring their OWN wreath base: Styrofoam, grapevine, straw, etc... When signing up you MUST indicate 3 colors you intend to use as the primary colors in your wreath.…

$45

Emmet Cahill, Irish Tenor

Curfman Hall, Covington Middle School 606 S. Lexington Ave, COVINGTON

Emmet Cahill, star of PBS phenomenon Celtic Thunder, has been widely hailed as Ireland's most exciting young tenor. He is quickly building a reputation for being the golden voice of his generation. A local choir will join Mr. Cahill for a small part of his performance. This performance is included in the season ticket series.…

$20.00

Bridge with Buddy: Beginner Level

Interested in learning how to play bridge? Starting March 20th, Buddy Carter is offering an 8 week long class for beginning bridge players with no experience necessary. Classes will be held in the gallery of the Art Center every Wednesday from 2 to 4pm until May 8th, 2024. There are 12 tickets available at $50…

$50

2024 Spring Market Showcase

Good News Church on Main 331 W. Main Street, Covington

You asked for it. 50+ artisans and vendors offering home decor, Easter decor, handmade goodies, clothing, crafts, garden decor, furniture and so much more just in time for Spring and Summer Shopping. Shop Local and Support Your Friends and Neighbors! FREE ADMISSION. PRIZES AWARDED THROUGHOUT THE DAY

Easter Bonnets with Cathy Drummer and Judy Scott

Join Cathy Drummer and Judy Scott on March 23rd, 10am to 12pm to make your very own easter bonnets! This class is FREE to the public with no registration required. Come prepared with your OWN hat to decorate. All other supplies are provided.

Free

Tea at the Market

Good News Church on Main 331 W. Main Street, Covington

𝘑𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘶𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 2𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘯𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝓣𝓮𝓪 𝓪𝓽 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓴𝓮𝓽, presented by 𝐎𝐥𝐝𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐨𝐧. Call your grandmother, mother, sisters, friends and daughters and join us for a multi-course tea time with food and drinks provided by local restaurants. Parade of children to show off their dresses and hats. Contests for the best dressed and…

$12 – $15

Covington Parks & Recreation Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Main Street Park 708 West Main Street, Covington

EASTER EGG HUNT SATURDAY, March 23rd 2:00 PM THE PARADE BEGINS AT 2PM FROM MID CITY MALL PARKING LOT EGG HUNT FOLLOWING AT MAIN STREET PARK

CFMS Annual Easter Bonnet Parade

Clifton Forge Main Street VA, United States

Parade begins at 11am. Line up is at 10:45 at the Elks Lodge (306 Ridgeway). Causal and pet friendly. Bring the entire family! Need decorating supplies or ideas? The Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center will holding 2 FREE Easter Bonnet workshops dates and times to be announced. Call 862.4447 to reserve a spot. Prizes…

Free