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Wes Iseli’s Magic Show

October 29, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

Prepare for a fast-paced night full of surprises Saturday, Nov 9, as Court Square Theater hosts magician Wes Iseli. Full of comedy, Vegas-style illusions, and loaded with opportunities for audience participation, Wes Iseli’s Magic Show includes fun for all ages. more

First Fridays of the Valley

October 4, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

– Arts Council of the Valley (ACV) delightfully shares its October more

A Tea for Every Moon Phase

October 4, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

Join Trisha Brown Leweke, owner of Mother Bear Medicinals, for a unique and enlightening experience in the Co-op Café as we explore the connection between the moon’s phases and our bodies. Learn how each phase of the lunar cycle can influence our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. more

Harvest Fest

September 20, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

Launched in collaboration with JMU students, Harvest Fest is a lively event featuring a pie contest, photo booth, field games, pumpkin painting, and a fire truck demonstration. Join us for a day of autumn fun and community spirit! more

Outdoors Day with Brothers Craft Brewing

September 17, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

This September, we are celebrating everything outdoors with our annual Great Outdoors Day! We will be serving fresh Great Outdoors and variants, and there will be a stacked tap list, food, and live music in our outdoors space. This is a FREE outdoor event. Come prepared for a day outside, and feel free to bring your camp chairs! more

Intro to Dance and Movement Master Class with Eve Stanley

September 10, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

Intro to Dance and Movement begins with a technical warm-up, crafted to enhance strength, more

Harrisonburg International Festival

September 10, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

The Harrisonburg International Festival is a very special event that celebrates this area's rich cultural and language diversity. One of Harrisonburg’s largest annual attractions, the festival draws more than 9,000 people every year from the Shenandoah Valley as well as areas such as Baltimore and DC. This family-friendly event is free, with plenty of food and crafts available for purchase, and activities for visitors of all ages. more

Northend Greenway Monroe to Noll Open House

September 3, 2024 by Ben Corrigan

Harrisonburg Public Works will host an open house where community members will discuss with staff their experiences, thoughts, and questions relating to traveling this corridor. more

Friendly City Events: Where Visions Come to Life

July 25, 2024 by Haley Thomas

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Harrisonburg, Friendly City Events has quickly become a beacon for local gatherings and celebrations since its inception just over seven months ago. Taron Bryant, the visionary behind this vibrant venue, sat down with HDR to share more about his journey from idea to execution and the thriving community space he's created. more