Galax City Tourism Center

10/21/2026

Autumn makes New River Trail State Park feel extra unhurried: leaf-soft paths, creekside bends, a bridge crossing tucked into the woods, and quiet spots to sit with the water sounds. Bring a light layer and make it a slow-mile kind of day. 🍂

Photos by .does.a.hike

10/17/2026

Fall finds are waiting at the Galax Farmers Market:
🍂 Fill a tote from the harvest tables
🍪 Add a baked treat for the walk
🫙 Choose preserves to stretch the season
🏺 Chat with makers about pottery, crochet, and one-of-a-kind gifts

Photos by Christy Evers .com,

10/16/2026

Galax keeps old-time mountain music alive in the places you can feel it: a glowing Rex marquee, a stage full of strings, and landmarks that turn heritage into welcome. Come hear the Blue Ridge in the bow, the pick, and the town around you. 🎻

Photos by .does.a.hike

The Rex Theater

10/14/2026

When the Blue Ridge Parkway turns gold, the drive becomes the destination: slow curves under autumn canopy, sunny stone-wall pullouts, and overlook views stretching across the mountains. Pack a layer, leave time for pauses, and let the next bend pick the view. 🍂

Photos by .does.a.hike

10/10/2026

Early October in Galax is made for a market-to-Main Street wander: fill a tote with pumpkins, squash, and fresh finds, meet makers behind the tables, then keep the day going through downtown shops dressed for fall. What handmade or harvest pick would make your basket? 🎃

Photos by Christy Evers .com, Kristina Lynn Photography

10/09/2026

At Matthews Living History Farm Museum, fall feels hands-on and unhurried: pumpkins on weathered porches, sheep grazing nearby, cabin rooms set for rural-life lessons, and open space for families to explore at an easy pace.

Photos by Christy Evers .com

10/08/2026

Check out this week's events in Galax.

10/07/2026

Local flavor crawl, Galax-style:
☕ Grab coffee with something sweet
🥗 Balance it with a bright bowl
🍕 Split a brewery plate and a local pour
📋 Let the menu boards tempt the next order
Which bite would you build the day around?

Photos by .does.a.hike, Christy Evers .com,

10/07/2026