“Whether you are trail running the countless miles of Blue Ridge wilderness, hiking across the country, skiing the slopes or paddling the South River, Waynesboro is DIVINELY PLACED AMONG THE ADVENTURE. ”
VISITORS GUIDE
-VIRGINIA CRAFT BREWS PUBLICATION
Where Good Nature Comes Naturally
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Welcome to Waynesboro, where good nature comes naturally! Visitors become fellow adventurers and familiar neighbors in Waynesboro, Virginia, where sharing the remarkable surroundings and good-natured local spirit has come naturally for centuries. Located at the gateway to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park and the Appalachian Trail, Waynesboro has a long tradition of warm welcomes and rich cultural amenities to offer seekers that come to experience the beauty and history of the Shenandoah Valley.
Designated an Appalachian Trail Community and featuring the South River running right through its town center, Waynesboro’s convenient location is just the beginning of its enduring and invigorating charm. Visitors can explore historic sites, catch trophy trout, enjoy delightful cultural offerings, and “Live Like a Local” tasting local brews, savoring farm fresh fare or soaking up some fun at one of the year-round entertainment venues or during the many annual events and festivals.
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©Waynesboro Tourism 540-942-6644. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part in any form or by any means requires prior written permission from Waynesboro Tourism. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this publication. Waynesboro Tourism is not responsible for errors or omission. The listings in this publication do not imply an endorsement by Waynesboro Tourism. visitwaynesboro.com Our Visitor Center DOWNTOWN VISITOR CENTER Open Monday-Friday 9am-4pm 301 W Main Street, Waynesboro, VA 22980 540-942-6512 4 WAYNESBORO, VA VISITORS GUIDE
6 Waynesboro’s Roots 8 Hear, See, Make Art 12 Craft Food & Beverage Explosion 18 Share Our Good Nature 22 Scenic Attractions at Your Fingertips 24 Parks for Every Season 26 Family Fun 29 Our Annual Events 30 Distinctive Lodging 32 Getting Here, Getting Around 34 One-of-a-Kind Weddings Table of Contents 34 12 8 18 15 visitwaynesboro.com 5
Explore Waynesboro’s rich roots.
Much of Waynesboro’s architectural and cultural history, reaching back to its founding in the late eighteenth century, remains meticulously maintained and restored today. Pick up a self-guided walking tour brochure at our Visitor Center or the Waynesboro Heritage Museum and take a step back in time from early settlement in the 1700s to the Civil
War and to the industrial boom in the late 1800s. Waynesboro’s historic districts and seven independently-listed properties on the National Register of Historic Places paint a vivid picture of the city’s history, industry, and heritage. Add a visit to the Waynesboro Heritage Museum’s permanent galleries of relics and exhibits, and you’ll understand the underpinnings of today’s Waynesboro.
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WAYNESBORO HERITAGE MUSEUM
420 W Main Street
540-943-3943
waynesboroheritagefoundation.com
The Waynesboro Heritage Museum houses permanent galleries of relics from the town’s founding industries, educational institutions, and more.
THE PLUMB HOUSE MUSEUM
1012 W Main Street
540-943-3943
waynesboroheritagefoundation.com
Built during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson, this home features Civil War and Native American artifacts as well as a summer kitchen, historic garden and other outbuildings to explore.
WAYNESBORO AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM
Rosenwald Community Center
413 Port Republic Road
540-836-0024
Tours arranged by appointment only. Please call ahead.
SWANNANOA PALACE
497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton
Check with our Visitor Center for the most recent tour info. 540-942-6512
FISHBURNE MILITARY SCHOOL
225 S Wayne Avenue
540-946-7700
fishburne.org
Founded in 1879 by Mr. James Fishburne, FMS is the oldest and smallest of Virginia’s military schools. It has been accredited by the Southern Association of Secondary Schools since 1897, longer than any other school in the state.
TREE STREETS DISTRICT
The Tree Streets Historic District covers one of the oldest residential neighborhoods in Waynesboro. As you make your way down Chestnut, Pine and Walnut Avenues, you’ll see homes that reflect the city’s various stages of development from the 1800s to 1951. Over 450 buildings make up the area that’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Pick up a walking tour brochure at our Visitor Center.
fascinated by these historic spots.
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Waynesboro Heritage Museum
Catch top-notch performing arts at the Wayne Theatre.
Built in 1926 as a vaudeville theater, the Wayne has long been a recognizable fixture of downtown Waynesboro. Fully restored in 2016 into the state-of-the-art Ross Performing Arts Center at the Wayne Theatre, the facility hosts local, regional, and nationally acclaimed music and drama acts and educational programming.
Explore the Waynesboro Street Arts Trail.
In recent years, Waynesboro has seen an explosion of public art in the form of murals. The Virginia Street Arts Festival was started in Waynesboro and has produced more than a dozen unique and eye-catching murals. Renowned muralists Nils Westergard and Julia Chon have added to the growing collection of street art, as well as talented local artists. For a fun, interactive experience to learn more about these stunning murals, download the free Traipse app to begin your adventure on the Waynesboro Street Arts Trail! You can also pick up a Street Arts Trail brochure at our Visitor Center.
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Feel the thrill of creativity at these Waynesboro arts destinations.
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ART CENTER AND 416 GALLERY
126 S Wayne Avenue
540-949-7662
svacart.com
The Shenandoah Valley Art Center is a mustsee for those who enjoy a taste of artistry in a broad range of forms. Browse the gift shop for works by local and regional artists including jewelry, prints, cards, pottery, glass, and more.
416 W Main Street
WAYNE THEATRE
521 W Main Street
540-943-9999
waynetheatre.org
The historic Wayne Theatre in downtown Waynesboro offers weekly entertainment including concerts, movies, theatre productions, lectures, and family-friendly performances.
EXHIBIT GALLERY AT THE WAYNE THEATRE
The Exhibit Gallery at the Wayne Theatre hosts a variety of art exhibits throughout the year,
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Meet members of Waynesboro’s vibrant art scene.
Art comes alive during Waynesboro’s many visual art events. The Virginia Street Arts Festival brings together muralists, graffiti artists, musicians, and art lovers for a day of family-friendly entertainment and art(ist) appreciation. Art shows sponsored by the Shenandoah Valley Art Center–including the long-running Fall Foliage Art Show in
October–immerse visitors in an impressive array of artisan creativity. And in addition to regular gallery hours at her downtown location, Waynesboro’s iconic P. Buckley Moss hosts Barn Shows and Gallery Open Houses that provides visitors the opportunity to meet with the artist in her home and have their favorite pieces signed and personalized.
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Get in on the arts action yourself.
Experiential arts activities are a Waynesboro trademark! Grab a can of spray paint during the Street Arts Festival, take a class at the Art Center, dive into drama and theatre production at Studio Wayne, or visit one of the maker studios to learn how to forge metals and shape clay.
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ART CENTER
126 S Wayne Avenue
540-949-7662
svacart.com
MAKE WAYNESBORO CLAY STUDIO
200 W 12th Street
540-445-1072
makewaynesboro.com
VIRGINIA INSTITUTE OF BLACKSMITHING
200 W 12th Street
434-960-9718
vablacksmithing.org
STUDIO WAYNE
521 W Main Street
540-943-9999
waynetheatre.org
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Sample our craft food and beverage explosion.
The abundance of the Shenandoah Valley lends itself to a remarkable range of food and beverage options, and Waynesboro hosts a number of traditional and unique establishments in which to eat and drink. Locally sourced menus, craft breweries, cool coffee shops, and kombucha tasting round out the eclectic Waynesboro dining scene.
Discover the home-grown side of Virginia along Shenandoah Valley’s Fields of Gold Farm Trail.
Agriculture has been a way of life for centuries here, and a trip along the Fields of Gold Farm Trail lets you pick your own fruit, explore a farmers’ market, sink in to eclectic farm lodging, soak up wineries, take farm tours, or feast on a locally grown meal at one of our farm-to-table restaurants. Visit fieldsofgold.org for all the trail options.
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Compliment your visit with local, well, just about everything.
Many of Waynesboro’s dining and craft beverage establishments like to source locally from the bounty of fresh produce grown here year round, including fresh hops for craft beer brewing, as well as an impressive list of local wines and sustainably and humanely raised heritage-breed meats, eggs, and dairy. Family-owned Autumn Olive Farms has chefs as far as Washington, D.C., and Maryland clamoring for their exceptional AOF Berkabaw pork, a crossbreed of the Ossabaw and Berkshire breeds. You can find AOF meats on the menu at several local restaurants. For a complete list of our food and beverage options, stop by visitwaynesboro.com.
Build your own foodie adventure that’s heavy on flair, light on stuffy.
Let live music events, brewery tours, an eclectic array of food trucks, or a burst of flavors dished up by one of dozens of Waynesboro’s food entrepreneurs inspire the food adventurer in you! And if seeing where your food originates is an important part of your food fascination, chat with farmers at the seasonal Waynesboro Farmers’ Market and plan an itinerary along Shenandoah Valley’s Fields of Gold Farm Trail where you’ll find hands-on experiences at farms, markets, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and farm lodging.
Autumn Olive Farms
Blue Ridge Bucha
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The Showroom at Basic City Beer Co.
Drink in Waynesboro’s Unique Breweries along the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail.
A renovated foundry, a natural spring in close proximity to the South River, and brewers passionate about craft beer make Basic City Beer Co. a must if you’re visiting Waynesboro and hoping to experience great food, beer, and local culture. Nearby Seven Arrows Brewing and Stable Craft Brewing offer more options for learning the art of beermaking, having an onthe-farm beercation, or reveling in beercentric events. All three breweries have their own food
on-site and loads of outdoor seating during the warmer months, plus they are stops along the infamous Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail.
If relaxation, finding a spot to soak up (or conquer) the great outdoors, lots of imaginative entertainment choices, and oh, PLENTY of great craft beer on tap is your idea of a perfect getaway, the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail is for you. Plot your beercation and learn more about the cool passport program (you can earn a free t-shirt!) at BeerwerksTrail.com.
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Basic City Beer Co.
Breweries
BASIC CITY BEER COMPANY
1010 E Main Street, Waynesboro
540-943-1010
basiccitybeer.com
SEVEN ARROWS BREWING COMPANY
2508 Jefferson Highway, Waynesboro
540-221-6968
sevenarrowsbrewing.com
STABLE CRAFT BREWING
375 Madrid Road, Waynesboro
540-490-2609
stablecraftbrewing.com
Also within 10 miles:
BLUE MOUNTAIN BREWERY
9519 Critzers Shop Road, Afton
540-456-8020
bluemountainbrewery.com
Distillery
SILVERBACK DISTILLERY
9374 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton
540-456-7070
sbdistillery.com
Kombuchery
BLUE RIDGE BUCHA
1809 E Main Street, Waynesboro
blueridgebucha.com
Wineries
LIGHTWELL SURVEY WINES
South River Mill
200 W 12th Street, Unit D53, Waynesboro
lightwellsurvey.com
Reservations required – check website for information.
AFTON MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS
234 Vineyard Lane, Afton
540-456-8667
aftonmountainvineyards.com
BARREN RIDGE VINEYARDS
984 Barren Ridge Road, Fishersville
540-248-3300
barrenridgevineyardsva.com
POLLAK VINEYARDS
330 Newtown Road, Greenwood
540-456-8844
pollakvineyards.com
VERITAS VINEYARD AND WINERY
151 Veritas Lane, Afton
540-456-8000
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Food Directory
Find the perfect food to complement your visit. Check the Dining page on Visitwaynesboro.com for full listings.
American BOTTLES
100 Osage Lane
540-943-6110
THE BARN 408 E Main Street
540-221-4065
THE CITY FOXES
414 W Main Street
540-943-6116
DELLY UP 421 W Main Street
540-943-3455
E&J’S DELI PUB
2800 W Main Street
540-221-2927
THE FISHIN’ PIG 117 Apple Tree Lane
540-943-3474
THE GREEN LEAF GRILL
415 W Main Street
540-949-4416
THE GUMBO HUT
328 W Main Street
434-260-1511
HERITAGE ON MAIN
309 W Main Street
540-946-6166
THE MILL YARD 212 W 12th Street
434-218-0588
THE RIVER BURGER BAR 137 N Wayne Avenue
540-943-3339
SAM’S HOT DOG STAND 416 1/2 W Main Street
540-942-9093
THE SMOKEHOUSE CAFE
325 E Main Street
540-221-4245
STELLA, BELLA & LUCY’S
327 W Main Street
540-949-5111
BROAD STREET GRILL 1106 W Broad Street
540-941-8451
WEASIE’S KITCHEN 130 E Broad Street
540-943-0500
Asian KING GARDEN 115 Lucy Lane
540-941-8889
MING GARDEN BUFFET
316 Federal Street
540-942-8800
The Green Leaf Grill
Farmhaus Coffee Company
Heritage on Main
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The River Burger Bar
OSAKA III JAPANESE RESTAURANT & BAR
400 Tiffany Drive
540-942-8877
SAKURA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR
2105 W Main Street
540-943-9438
SILK ROAD ASIAN RESTAURANT & BAR
2040 Rosser Avenue
540-949-9097
Coffee/Cafés FARMHAUS COFFEE COMPANY
908 W Main Street
540-941-1550
THE FRENCH PRESS
134 N Wayne Avenue
540-221-6568
Ice Cream
KLINE’S DAIRY BAR
1235 W Main Street
540-942-5282
WILLY’S
2800 W Main Street
540-942-2663
Italian/Pizza
BENNY STIVALE’S
328 W Main Street
540-221-4554
CIRO’S PIZZA
901 W Broad Street
540-942-5169
LOST TOWN BILLY PIE
1010 E Main Street
540-943-1010
NEW YORK FLYING PIZZA
1107 W Main Street
540-451-7177
SCOTTO’S
1412 W Broad Street
540-942-8751
Mexican EL PUERTO
2120 W Main Street
540-943-5317
TAQUERIA LA SOBROSITA
401 N Poplar Avenue
434-466-7731
LOS PANCHOS
156 Lucy Lane
540-451-7312
PLAZA AZTECA
23 Windigrove Drive
540-949-4205
The French Press
Silk Road Asian Restaurant & Bar
Stella, Bella & Lucy’s
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Lost Town Billy Pie
Share our good nature. All. Year. Long.
Waynesboro’s naturally beautiful surroundings are even more thrilling because of a welcoming culture that loves to share the outdoor experience. From accessible parks, trails, and waterways to guided trips, sporting events, and festivals, Waynesboro is a four-season outdoor recreation wonderland for enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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Fish in abundant, picturesque waters.
As the first Urban Trout Fishery in the state, Waynesboro’s South River draws enthusiastic fly fishermen to its scenic and sporting banks. Local fly shops, guides, and annual fishing events make Waynesboro a fisherman’s haven.
SOUTH RIVER FLY SHOP
323 W Main Street
540-942-5566
southriverflyshop.com
ROCKFISH GAP OUTFITTERS
1461 E Main Street
540-943-1461
rockfishgapoutfitters.com
Take a hike at any pace or difficulty you want.
From easy walks in our gorgeous local parks to demanding treks into the mountains for more experienced adventurers, hikers will find access to trails unbelievably plentiful and exciting. As a designated Appalachian Trail Community, Waynesboro has got what every hiking enthusiast wants.
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Ramp up running to a whole new level.
Throughout the year, a wide variety of creative and challenging running events entice runners from around the region, including the Mad Anthony Mud Run. Named after Waynesboro’s namesake, Revolutionary War General “Mad Anthony” Wayne, the Mad Anthony was voted the Best Mud Run by Blue Ridge Outdoors.
Go BIG with our bicycling options.
Waynesboro is a terrific launching pad for bicycling excursions, including mountain, touring, or just tooling around town with the family in safe bike lanes and park trails. Annual bike events offer competitive options as well.
Get the scoop on our great outdoors from these experts.
RuntheValley.com
BiketheValley.org
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Stay where scenic attractions are at your fingertips.
Waynesboro is perfectly situated for visiting the Shenandoah Valley’s most iconic attractions. Just three miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Drive, Appalachian Trail, and Sherando Lake, Waynesboro makes the perfect base camp for taking in the sights.
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL
Waynesboro, a designated Appalachian Trail Community, is only a few miles from the Appalachian Trail, the longest marked footpath in the United States. Displaying a beautiful world of flora and fauna while providing homes for countless woodland creatures, the trail touches 14 states and runs through 8 national forests. Join the 20,000+ who have hiked the entire 2,198-mile path or spend the afternoon exploring it and the rest of our beautiful outdoors.
BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY
The Blue Ridge Parkway showcases Virginia at her finest. With 469 miles connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, the Parkway is a leisurely drive along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the ideal outdoor setting for couples and families. With campgrounds, hiking trails, and spellbinding views, there’s always an adventure awaiting.
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK
We invite you to play in our backyard, otherwise known as Shenandoah National Park. The Park and the surrounding area offers endless opportunity for outdoor recreationists to enjoy backpacking, kayaking, canoeing, bouldering, mountain and road biking, bird watching, sightseeing, and much more.
SKYLINE DRIVE
Skyline Drive is 105 miles of breathtaking views of the Shenandoah National Park. Located at the southernmost terminus of the road, Waynesboro makes the perfect kick-off point or grand finale. Take it slow and savor the scenes offered by the 75 overlooks along the way.
SHERANDO LAKE RECREATION AREA
Located in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest area, Sherando Lake Recreation Area is known locally as the “Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains.” With access to multiple trailheads, swimming in a 25-acre spring-fed lake, sandy beach, camping, and picnicking, Sherando Lake is a great destination for the whole family.
VIRGINIA’S SHENANDOAH VALLEY
The Shenandoah Valley begins at the top of Virginia and runs approximately 140 miles with the Blue Ridge to the east and the Alleghenies to the west. Waynesboro is uniquely situated for easy exploration of this beautiful, uncongested region. Visitors can explore world-class outdoor adventures, scenic roads that connect authentic mountain towns, underground caverns, fascinating historic sites and more in Today’s Shenandoah Valley. Visit ShenandoahValley.org for great day trip ideas from a Waynesboro home base!
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Play in parks designed for everyone in every season.
You won’t be hurting for outdoor spaces in which to play and soak up Waynesboro’s beautiful setting, as opportunities are literally around every corner. Waynesboro’s large local park system features six parks, a community center, pool, 2 miles of greenway, four miles of water trail, a nine-hole disc golf course, soccer fields, diamonds, tennis courts, playgrounds, shelters, and trails. Parks are open to the public from dawn to dusk every day of the year with few exceptions.
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SOUTH RIVER
If fishing is your passion or you just want to try your hand at dropping a line, the South River is for you. Running straight through Waynesboro’s historic downtown and providing multiple points of access via our extensive park system, the river is also the focal point of Riverfest, a celebration of environmental conservation and watershed stewardship.
SOUTH RIVER GREENWAY TRAIL
Green spaces are a priority in Waynesboro, and the South River Greenway Trail provides unique interconnectivity between areas for enjoying nature. The nearly 2-mile paved pathway stretches from North Park and meanders along the South River, ending at the Loth Springs trailhead area behind the YMCA. Walkers, runners, birders, fishermen, and families with young children will all find a peaceful setting to enjoy.
BASIC PARK
1405 Genicom Drive
CONSTITUTION PARK 101 Short Street
COYNER SPRINGS PARK
2091 Lyndhurst Road
NORTH PARK
800 Bridge Avenue
RIDGEVIEW PARK
700 S Magnolia Avenue
RIFE PARK
waynesboro.va.us/190/Parks-Facilities
801 Lyndhurst Road Parks information 540-942-6735
Coyner Springs Park
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South River Greenway Trail
& MOUNTAIN FARM TRAIL
Milepost 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway, Lyndhurst
540-943-4716
nps.gov
GREENSTONE LOOP TRAIL
Milepost 8.8 Blue Ridge Parkway, Lyndhurst
540-943-4716
nps.gov
BLUE RIDGE TUNNEL
483 Three Notched Mountain Hwy
blueridgetunnel.org
420 W Main Street
540-943-3943
waynesboroheritagefoundation.com
WAYNE THEATRE
521 W Main Street
540-943-9999
waynetheatre.org
FASTRAX
1110 Red Top Orchard Road
540-949-5278
BLUE RIDGE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
NATURAL PLAYGROUND
201 Short Street
blueridgechildrensmuseum.org
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WAYNESBORO GOLF & GAMES
2296 Jefferson Highway
540-451-2446
waynesborogolf.com
SHENANDOAH ACRES
348 Lake Road, Stuarts Draft
888-709-1172
sunrvresorts.com
FRONTIER CULTURE MUSEUM
1290 Richmond Avenue, Staunton
540-332-7850
frontiermuseum.org
WOODROW WILSON PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM
20 N Coalter Street, Staunton
540-885-0897
woodrowwilson.org
SHERANDO LAKE
96 Sherando Lake Drive, Lyndhurst
540-291-2188
recreation.gov
GRAND CAVERNS
5 Grand Caverns Drive, Grottoes
540-249-5705
grandcaverns.com
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Blue Ridge Tunnel
1. Walk, skate, or bike the Greenway Trail. The 2-mile paved Greenway Trail near downtown offers great views of the South River and resident wildlife. On the north end of the trail, Constitution Park showcases the Waynesboro Arboretum and our unique LOVEworks sign—perfect for a family photo op!
2. Add some drama to your life. The historic Wayne Theatre regularly presents family-friendly shows and movies—many at a “pay what you will” price tag. Check out their Arts Education performances, specially geared for young people.
3. Do some toe dipping in the South River. Kids love wading in the shallow play area of the river in Ridgeview Park. Playground equipment and shady benches are in close proximity.
4. Visit a farm. The Shenandoah Valley is Virginia’s premier agricultural region. Don’t miss the chance to experience sheep shearing, cheese making, beekeeping, goat cuddling, corn mazes, llama trekking, and plenty more! Start the adventure at FieldsOfGold.org
5. Find “The Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains.” Nicknamed that by locals, Sherando Lake Recreation Area is a natural playground hidden in a national forest. The 25-acre spring-fed lake is bordered by a sandy beach and perimeter trail. Swimming, paddling, fishing, and relaxing are all encouraged. Bring a picnic and make a day of it!
6. Stop by the Blue Ridge Children’s Museum Natural Playground, open 9 AM-dusk daily.
7. Explore the Street Arts Trail.
Enjoy family outings that are big on fun and small on expense.
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Live like a local with these annual events for the whole family.
Waynesboro knows how to throw a good party! Find the best in music, food, art, and family fun at these exciting events held throughout the year.*
Winter
Downtown Holiday Market DECEMBER
Christmas Parade DECEMBER
Mad Anthony Mud Run FEBRUARY
Plant Symposium MARCH
Spring
Park to Park Half-Marathon APRIL
Riverfest APRIL
Petpawlooza APRIL
Tour the Town MAY
Summer
Groovin’ at the Greenway THURSDAYS IN M ID MAY-JULY
Wayne on Main LAST WEDNESDAYS IN MAY-SEPTEMBER
Hiker Fest JUNE
Fun 2 Run Kids Mud Run JUNE
Sunrise Spectacular 5K & 10K JULY
Downtown Spectacular JULY
Sunset Spectacular JULY
Fall
Virginia Street Arts Festival FALL
Tour de Valley SEPTEMBER
Waynesboro Tree Workshop SEPTEMBER
Viriginia Chili, Blues n’ Brews Festival SEPTEMBER
Coyner Springs Kite Fly SEPTEMBER
British Car Festival OCTOBER
Apple Days Arts & Crafts Show OCTOBER
Virginia Fall Foliage Festival Art Show OCTOBER
Fall Foliage 5K & 10K OCTOBER
* We encourage you to check our website for event updates.
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Add distinctive lodging to your Waynesboro adventure.
Whether your tastes run for a room with a spectacular view, access to stellar amenities, the perfect location, or storybook surroundings, there’s a place for you to rest and soak up the ambience while visiting Waynesboro. From hotels to award-winning bed and breakfasts to camping options close to the great outdoors, Waynesboro accommodations never disappoint.
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The Iris Inn Bed & Breakfast and Luxury Cabins
AFFORDABLE CORPORATE SUITES
240 Sheppard Court
540-941-1062
affordablecorporatesuites.net/ waynesboro
BEST WESTERN PLUS
109 Apple Tree Lane
540-942-1100
bwwaynesboro.com
BOWMAN HOUSE
611 S Wayne Ave
256-347-2021
BUDGET INN
2240 W Main Street
540-942-9551
budgetinn.com
CIDER HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST
949 Old White Bridge Rd
540-932-0370
COMFORT INN
15 Windigrove Drive
540-932-3060
choicehotels.com
DAYS INN
2060 Rosser Avenue
540-943-1101
wyndhamhotels.com
GREY PINE LODGE
494 Three Notched Mountain Hwy
434-21-2553
HERITAGE HILL BED & BREAKFAST
1169 Sherwood Avenue
540-471-8998
heritagehillbnb.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
20 Windigrove Drive
540-932-7170
hiexpress.com
THE IRIS INN BED & BREAKFAST
191 Chinquapin Drive
540-943-1991
irisinn.com
QUALITY INN
640 West Broad Street
540-942-1171
choicehotels.com
RESIDENCE INN
44 Windigrove Drive
540-943-7426
mariott.com/shdri
ROYAL INN MOTEL
2112 West Main Street
540-949-8253
SUPER 8 MOTEL
2045 Rosser Avenue
540-943-3888
w yndhamhotels.com
Nearby Camping Options
WAYNESBORO NORTH 340 CAMPGROUND
1125 East Side Highway
540-943-9573
waynesboron340campground.com
CABIN CREEKWOOD
44 Creekwood Lane, Lyndhurst
540-943-8552
cabincreekwood.com
SHERANDO LAKE CAMPGROUND
96 Sherando Lake Road, Route 664, Lyndhurst 540-291-2188
recreation.gov
SHENANDOAH ACRES FAMILY CAMPGROUNDS
348 Lake Road, Stuarts Draft 888-709-1172
sunrvresorts.com
WALNUT HILLS CAMPGROUND & RV PARK
484 Walnut Hills Road, Staunton 540-337-3920
walnuthillscampground.com
LOVE RIDGE MOUNTAIN LODGING
45 Royal Oaks Ln, Lyndhurst
540-943-7625
loveridgeva.com
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Getting Here, Getting Around
BY CAR.
Waynesboro is centrally located in Virginia, easily accessible via Interstates 64 and 81.
BY FOOT.
Once you’ve arrived, you’ll find Waynesboro a delightfully walkable community, with an extensive network of safe trails, paths, and interconnected byways.
ON TWO WHEELS.
And if you prefer the two-wheeled version of travel, bring your bikes or come by motorcycle when visiting Waynesboro! Some of the most scenic and exciting bicycle and motorcycle routes traverse the region.
BY TRAIN.
AMTRAK passenger service is available in Staunton (12 miles) and Charlottesville (28 miles).
BY AIR.
The Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) is located approximately 20 miles (30 minutes) from downtown Waynesboro, connecting to domestic destinations and international markets via Charlotte International Airport.
The Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) is a non-hub, commercial service airport 35 miles from downtown Waynesboro.
TRANSIT.
Public transportation is available through britebus.org.
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