This workshop is for Teens aged 13-18 that would like to learn how to mend clothing or sew simple items! more
Improvised Theater meets Tabletop Role Playing Games! With a roll of the dice, watch our Heroes embark on an Epic Improv Adventure! more
Eunoia Theatre ensemble shines a spotlight (literally) on some remarkable women from history, from Joan of Arc to Marie Curie to Nikki Giovanni, with an evening of words of music. Journey from ancient Rome to Restoration England to Outer Space. Hear excerpts from poems, plays, and speeches in their words and ours, with music from Lady Gaga, Fiona Apple, Sara Bareilles and more. more
Stop by 150 Franklin Street Gallery for the First Friday opening of "Newtown Before Urban Renewal: A Mosaic Portrait" by Barbara Camph from 5-7pm. more
Harrisonburg is home to The Forbes Center of Performing Arts and many other venues and organizations that produce amazing shows throughout the year. The city also hosts a number of restaurants that consistently provide delicious meals for their patrons, many of which are located in Downtown Harrisonburg. This year, we hope you all grab tickets to support the productions put on by members of our communities, and artists taking the time to stop in Harrisonburg during their tours, while also supporting the many restaurants in Downtown Harrisonburg. To make it easier for you, here's a list of some shows happening in Harrisonburg soon and restaurants you can pair with them. more
Join Rootstock Wine Bar on Friday, Feb. 7 for a free wine tasting with Randy and the opening of Your Mountain is Waiting, by artist Kelli Hertzler! These pieces capture the peaceful moments of escape, where nature and reflection come together. Kelli’s work will be on display all month, so don’t miss your chance to experience it! more
Join Arts Council of the Valley at Smith House Galleries on February 7 and enjoy an opening reception (5-7pm, during First Fridays of the Valley) for two new exhibitions: Trees and Other Friends highlights acrylic paintings by Billie Rosenberger, and When I Was Little: A Retrospective of Collegiate Artists and Their Growth features works in a variety of media by 11 artists of JMU’s chapter of the Kappa Pi International Honorary Art Fraternity. Meet the artists, discover their new work, and enjoy light refreshments while you're here! With support from The School of Art, Design and Art History at James Madison University (JMU), the exhibitions are on view through Feb 28, with in-person visits Monday-Friday, 11 am to 4 pm and on Second Saturday (Feb 8), 10 am to 2 pm. Each exhibition will also be available online. more
Arts Council of the Valley invites you to join in the arts-focused fun on the First Friday* of EVERY month! Throughout Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, 38 venues offer a variety of new art exhibitions, live performances, poetry, comedy, music, artmaking activities, food, and so much more. You can find a list of venues, online map, and details for all First Fridays of the Valley events – all updated monthly – at valleyarts.org/first-fridays-of-the-valley/! Thanks to Kathy Moran Wealth Group, Exclusive Sponsor for 2025 First Fridays of the Valley. more
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, a holiday filled with desserts, flowers, food, and love! Whether you’re spending this Valentine’s Day with your partner, family, best friends, or having some solo time, Downtown Harrisonburg has you covered with all your holiday needs! This roundup is a one stop shop for all the Valentine happenings in Downtown Harrisonburg. Make sure to read carefully because you may need to make reservations for events or preorder these sweet treats! more
Daaaance, dance the night away at Sage Bird! 
Learn a few swing dance techniques while enjoying some delicious cider or wine, nonalcoholic options also available.
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