CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Some events may be postponed or canceled. Contact the event host for updates.
March 1–Waynesboro.
The Mad Anthony Mud Run will be held at Coyner Springs Park, 2091 Lyndhurst Road, starting 9am. The Mad Anthony Mud Run is a modified 3 mile course that traverses across fields and trails, over obstacles, and through tunnels. The course is fun and challenging, with over a dozen obstacles to test your determination. You can compete for bragging rights and awards while running as an individual or a team. Some may say the best part is the afterparty with local craft brews, fire pits for warmth, a costume contest, and awards ceremony. Information online at www.runthevalley.com/madanthony-mud-run/ or call 540-942-6735.
March 1-2–Massanutten.
Massanutten Resort will hold the “Snow Moon Fest” at various locations. Featuring , a 4K on the Fairway, a race/walk to benefit Elkton Area United Services, also a Torchlight Parade with Fireworks on the 1st and so much more. 540-289-9441 or www.massresort.com/play/live-events/snowmoon-fest/.
March 1-15–Grottoes.
Enjoy this exclusive concert "Subterranean Sound" that takes place deep underground, inside Grand Caverns. Featuring Erin Lunsford on the 1st, Chamomile & Whiskey on the 7th-8th, Strong Water on the 14th-15th. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy local beer/wine/cider and a live show within a truly unique venue. Tickets for this popular concert series are on sale now! Get tickets while you can this holiday season before they run out. www.eventbrite.com/o/grand-caverns-91416798303 or 540-249-5705.
March 1-31–Waynesboro.
The Wayne Theatre, 521 W. Main Street, events: Doo-Wah Riders on the 1st; Paul Taylor Dance Company: Michael Novak- Artistic Director on the 4th; Tartan Terrors on the 6th; Solas on the 8th; Sophie's Choice (1982 film) on the 10th; AEP: Edible Complex on the 13th; Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway & Loretta on the 15th; The Secret of Roan Inish (1994 film) on the 17th; Celtic Angels Ireland on the 19th; Seussical, JR (Performance) on the 22nd-23rd; The Wrong Man (1956 film) on the 24th; A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court (1949 film) on the 31st. For details for these and other shows call 540-943-9999 or visit online at www.waynetheatre.org/calendar.
March 2–Fisherville.
The Spring Craft and Vendor Show will be held at Augusta Expo, from 9am-4pm. We will have the best local artists, artisans and hand crafted designs all under one roof. This will be a fun time for the entire family. Free parking, good food, lots of shopping. Admission is $2.00, children12 yrs and under are free. www.augustaexpo.com/shows or 540-337-2552.
March 8–Staunton.
Join us for a wee bit o’ fun and try Road Bowling at the Frontier Culture Museum. This St. Patrick’s Day event is full of fun and (family) friendly competition with our own spin on the original game played on the Irish country roads. Teams are comprised of either 3 or 4 people and will begin at their pre-set tee times to ensure proper spacing, safety and integrity of the game. Wearing Green and fun St. Patrick’s Day clothing is encouraged. The Irish Road Bowling tradition will continue with a new opportunity for more growth. Team entry fee: $40.00 for a three or four person team (Price includes one road bowl per team and admission to the Museum). Bowling tee times are between 10am-1:30pm. For more details call 540-332-394 or visit online at www.ci.staunton.va.us/home/showpublisheddocument/12807/638712413650100000.
March 8–Strasburg.
The Shenandoah Valley Runners present the Ram Run 5K at the High School, 250 Ram Drive, starting 9:30am. This is a mixed surface loop course that takes you along the river, through the downtown area. Info online at runsignup.com/Race/Events/VA/Winchester/SVRWinterSeries.
March 8-9, 15-16–Monterey.
Join us for the 65th Annual Highland County Maple Festival. Farmers in this rural community welcome visitors to their sugar camps to observe the process of making maple syrup. Festival highlights include maple doughnuts, arts, pancakes, crafts show, bluegrass bands and lots more. Visit: www.highlandcounty.org/maple-festival/ or 540-468-2550.
March 14–Waynesboro.
12th Annual Shenandoah Valley Plant Symposium will be held at the Wayne Theatre, 521 W. Main Street, from 8am-4:15pm. Registration includes speaker presentations, morning refreshments and boxed lunch. No day of registrations and the last day to register is 3/10/25 by 5pm. To register call 540-942-6735 or visit www.waynesboro.va.us/971/Shenandoah-Valley-Plant-Symposium.
March 14, 21, 28, 29–Berryville.
Events at Chet Hobert Park, 225 Al Smith Circle: Nerf Battles on the 14th and the 28th; Flashlight Leprechaun Hunt on the 21th; Esports Tournaments plus Gamer Bash on the 29th. Visit www.clarkecounty.gov/services/misc-pages/search?q=2025%20events (then go here: 2025 Winter program Documents) or call 540-955-5191 for more details.
March 15–Bridgwater.
The Sipe Center, 100 North Main Street, presents The Funny Womacks & Friends, formerly X2 Comedy at 7:30pm. Come prepared to enjoy an evening of laughter featuring local comics with the headliner Kasaun Wilson. To learn more, support local and buy tickets visit online at www.sipecenter.com/liveperformances or call Dawn 540-560-3356.
March 21, 28–Lexington.
Join the Virginia Military Institute, 319 Letcher Avenue, at 4pm both days for their Parade. The parade showcases the professionalism of the cadets as well as the pageantry of this traditional military event. During the 45-minute parade, the cadet regiment conducts rifle drills according to the U.S. Army standards, reports to the reviewing officer, receives orders and marches in review past the audience and the reviewing officer. Call 540-464-7230 or www.vmi.edu/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D175093660.
More March events coming soon
