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Visit Staunton, Virginia Experience Staunton’s magic! Staunton is centrally located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia at the intersection of I-81 and I-64.
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From iconic landmarks and lively arts to scenic mountain escapes, our city blends small-town charm with big cultural appeal. Acclaimed as one of the “Best Small Towns in America,” Staunton’s charming downtown is home to a vibrant arts and music scene, a sizzling reputation for local food and dining, and a cool array of independent shops and galleries clustered along the historic Main Street. And, if it’s the mountains that are calling you, Staunton is the perfect base from which to explore Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. After you’ve had your fill of outdoor adventure and scenic drives, enjoy a fun-filled night of theater at the American Shakespeare Center, step back in time at the Frontier Culture Museum, or explore the legacy of Woodrow Wilson at his presidential library and museum. Staunton delivers big time culture and small-town cool – year round. City of Staunton Comment Policy:
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10/24/2026
10/23/2026

Staunton Jams is back this weekend! Before the music starts, we’re revisiting our conversation with Molly Murphy, founder of Queen City Music Studios and lead organizer of Staunton Jams.

On "The U is Silent; We Aren’t" podcast, Molly shares what makes Staunton’s music community special and what it takes to keep it thriving.

Give it a listen, then join the fun at the Staunton Jams Fall Fundrager this weekend!

Click the link in the comments to see our full interview with Molly!

October is Virginia W**e Month, a perfect time to raise a glass to an industry with centuries of history and a future th...
10/22/2026

October is Virginia W**e Month, a perfect time to raise a glass to an industry with centuries of history and a future that’s still unfolding. 🍷

From the early colonists at Jamestown who dreamed of producing w**e to the growing community of vintners shaping Virginia w**e today, the story is one of persistence, experimentation, and finding what grows best here.

Fun fact: Staunton puts you within reach of the Shenandoah Valley and Monticello w**e regions, each with its own character and story to tell.

Click the link in the comments to explore Virginia w**e's past, present and future!

📷: Kate Simon Photography

Haunted? Us? No way! Our “Totally Not Haunted: Staunton, Virginia” stickers have arrived! Request your FREE sticker at o...
10/17/2026

Haunted? Us? No way!

Our “Totally Not Haunted: Staunton, Virginia” stickers have arrived! Request your FREE sticker at our Downtown Visitor Center while supplies last.

They were designed by local artist Little Miss PinkerBell!

Once you get your sticker, share a picture of it in the comments or through the photo-sharing link in the comments to be entered for a chance to win a FREE Ghosts of Staunton tour courtesy of Visit Staunton!

Discover Staunton, VA! Explore historic sites, vibrant arts, delicious dining, and unique shops. Plan your perfect getaway today!

10/16/2026

Historic architecture, charming streets, and absolutely, positively no paranormal activity. That's Staunton, Viginia for you. 😉

Visit Staunton and the Staunton Downtown Development Association are here to set the record straight on our tiny town’s allegedly haunted status.

Come explore Staunton for yourself. It’s TOTALLY not haunted!

Request your "Totally Not Haunted" sticker at our downtown Visitor Center. They were designed by local artist Little Miss PinkerBell!

A train ride through fall foliage? Southern Living says Virginia Scenic Railway based out of Staunton, Virginia is one o...
10/16/2026

A train ride through fall foliage? Southern Living says Virginia Scenic Railway based out of Staunton, Virginia is one of the South’s best. And yes, there’s still time to climb aboard for an autumn excursion!

Our suggestion? Make a whole getaway of it. Stay in Staunton and spend your time wandering historic streets, discovering independent shops and restaurants, catching Shakespeare, Frankenstein or The Witch at American Shakespeare Center's Blackfriars Playhouse, or diving into presidential history at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum .

Those fall colors won't last forever, but the memories you'll make with a fall trip to Staunton will stay with you.

Click the link in the comments to learn about all of Virginia Scenic Railway's excursions!

One week until the 2026 Fall FundRager takes over 9 venues in Downtown Staunton with 32 performances from all local and ...
10/16/2026

One week until the 2026 Fall FundRager takes over 9 venues in Downtown Staunton with 32 performances from all local and regional acts over 3 days!!

Join the team of hometown heros that make it all possible, and visit our website to sign up as a volunteer or sponsor!

What does it mean to bring the music of The Statler Brothers - Country Legends home to Staunton? We went straight to the...
10/15/2026

What does it mean to bring the music of The Statler Brothers - Country Legends home to Staunton? We went straight to the source, asking Statler Brother Don Reid about his Staunton roots and the stories behind the songs featured in “Some I Wrote: A Musical Story of the Songs of the Statler Brothers,” opening at ShenanArts this week.

Adapted for the stage by Jeff and Cori McDaniel, the production brings a piece of Staunton’s musical history full circle. We're excited to invite visitors from 24 states to experience the musical's world premiere in the town that inspired so many of the group's songs.

Whether you have tickets or missed out on this sold-out show, click the link below to read our interview with Don to discover the hometown connections behind the music!

Photos courtesy of Happy Birthday America

10/15/2026

Oct. 15–21 | Staunton, VA

This week: Staunton Pride, Queen City Word Fest, Mojo Parker, Fair Trade Fest, frankensteinsesss plural and more! Maggie is our adoptable Tiny Town co-host! Like, comment, share and save.

Adopt: www.svasc.net/adoptable-dogs-new
Details: stauntondowntown.org/tinytown

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