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January
January 2011
5
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


January 2011
6
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


January 2011
12
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


January 2011
13
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


January 2011
19
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


January 2011
20
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


January 2011
26
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


January 2011
27
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


February
February 2011
2
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


February 2011
3
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


February 2011
9
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


February 2011
10
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


February 2011
16
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


February 2011
17
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


February 2011
23
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


February 2011
24
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


March
March 2011
2
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


March 2011
3
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


March 2011
9
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


March 2011
10
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


March 2011
16
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


March 2011
17
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


March 2011
23
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


March 2011
24
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


March 2011
30
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


March 2011
31
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


April
April 2011
6
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


April 2011
7
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


April 2011
13
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


April 2011
14
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


April 2011
20
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


April 2011
21
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


April 2011
27
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


April 2011
28
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


May
May 2011
4
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


May 2011
5
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


May 2011
11
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


May 2011
12
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


May 2011
18
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


May 2011
19
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


May 2011
25
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


May 2011
26
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


June
June 2011
1
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


June 2011
2
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


June 2011
8
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


June 2011
9
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


June 2011
10
Friday
• Leaf & String Festival
  • 10:00 am-6:00 pm 
Downtown Galax VA
Galax Leaf & String Festival


June 2011
11
Saturday
• Leaf & String Festival
  • 10:00 am-6:00 pm 
Downtown Galax VA
Galax Leaf & String Festival


June 2011
12
Sunday
• Great Race Lunch Stop
  • 12:00 pm-4:00 pm 
Old Cranks Museum, Galax VA
Antique Car Race


June 2011
15
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


June 2011
16
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


June 2011
17
Friday
• Crusin' and Groovin'
  • 5:00 pm-9:00 pm 
Galax's Historic Downtown District
Restored antique cars, classic cars, muscle cars, and motorcycles. Beach music, oldies, country, and car-themed music.
Family-themed event is free for car owners and admirers.


June 2011
22
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


June 2011
23
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


June 2011
29
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


June 2011
30
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


July
July 2011
4
Monday
Independence Day
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


July 2011
5
Tuesday
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


July 2011
6
Wednesday
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


July 2011
7
Thursday
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


July 2011
8
Friday
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


July 2011
9
Saturday
• Fireman's Carnival
  •  
Felts Park, Galax VA
Annual 4th of July Carnival sponsored by the Galax Volunteer Fire Department.


July 2011
13
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


July 2011
14
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


July 2011
15
Friday
• Smoke on the Mountain
  • 10:00 am-12:00 am 
july 15-july 16
Downtown Galax VA
Virginia State Barbecue Championship.


July 2011
16
Saturday
• Smoke on the Mountain
  • 10:00 am-12:00 am 
july 15-july 16
Downtown Galax VA
Virginia State Barbecue Championship.


July 2011
20
Wednesday
• North American Sports Car Rally
  • 11:00 am-2:00 pm 
Grayson St., Galax VA
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


July 2011
21
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


July 2011
23
Saturday
• Matthews Living History Farm Museum - Heritage Day
  • 10:00 am-4:00 pm 
476 White Pine Road, Galax, Va
Celebration of life in circa 1900 Grayson County. Artisans, craftspeople, historians, and musicians will join us in recreating life as it was at the turn of the century. There will be no fee to attendees, artisans, or participants.


 Link:   Matthews Farm Museum


July 2011
27
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


July 2011
28
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


July 2011
29
Friday
• Crusin' and Groovin'
  • 5:00 pm-9:00 pm 
Galax's Historic Downtown District
Restored antique cars, classic cars, muscle cars, and motorcycles. Beach music, oldies, country, and car-themed music.
Family-themed event is free for car owners and admirers.


August
August 2011
2
Tuesday
• National Night Out
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
Galax VA
August 2011
3
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


August 2011
4
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


August 2011
8
Monday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 5:30 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Youth Competitions. Events begin at 5:30PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   Galax Virginia Old Fiddler's Convention


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 5:30 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Youth Competitions. Events begin at 5:30PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   Galax Virginia Old Fiddler's Convention


August 2011
9
Tuesday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Old-Time Fiddle, Dobro, Mandolin. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.

 Link:   76th Annual old Fiddler's Convention


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Old-Time Fiddle, Dobro, Mandolin. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.

 Link:   76th Annual old Fiddler's Convention


August 2011
10
Wednesday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Bluegrass Fiddle, Dulcimer, Bluegrass Banjo. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Bluegrass Fiddle, Dulcimer, Bluegrass Banjo. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


August 2011
11
Thursday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Clawhammer Banjo, Autoharp, Guitar. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Clawhammer Banjo, Autoharp, Guitar. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $6.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


August 2011
12
Friday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Old-Time Bands, Bluegrass Bands. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $10.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 6:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Old-Time Bands, Bluegrass Bands. Events begin at 6:00PM.
Admission - $10.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


August 2011
13
Saturday
• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 12:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Events begin at 12 Noon.
Folk Song and Dance - Saturday Afternoon.
Bluegrass Bands, Old-Time Bands - Saturday Night.
Admission - $12.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


• Grayson Highlands Dog Show
  • 1:00 pm 
Grayson Highlands State Park - Grayson Highlands Lane, Mouth of Wilson, VA
Categories include catching, fetching, obedience, obstacle course. Entry fee is $5 per dog.


• 76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention
  • 12:00 pm 
Felts Park - Galax VA
76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention sponsored by the Galax Moose Lodge.
Events begin at 12 Noon.
Folk Song and Dance - Saturday Afternoon.
Bluegrass Bands, Old-Time Bands - Saturday Night.
Admission - $12.
 Link:   76th Annual Old Fiddler's Convention


• Grayson Highlands Dog Show
  • 1:00 pm 
Grayson Highlands State Park - Grayson Highlands Lane, Mouth of Wilson, VA
Categories include catching, fetching, obedience, obstacle course. Entry fee is $5 per dog.


August 2011
14
Sunday
• Grayson Highlands Heritage Days
  • 12:00 pm 
Grayson Highlands State Park - Grayson Highlands Lane, Mouth of Wilson VA
Enjoy crafts demonstrations and music. The Park provides hot dogs, but bring a dish to share.


• Grayson Highlands Heritage Days
  • 12:00 pm 
Grayson Highlands State Park - Grayson Highlands Lane, Mouth of Wilson VA
Enjoy crafts demonstrations and music. The Park provides hot dogs, but bring a dish to share.


August 2011
17
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


August 2011
18
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


August 2011
19
Friday
• Fries Fiddler's Convention
  • 7:00 pm 
Fries Ball Park, Fries VA.
Events begin at 7:00PM.
Admission - $5.


• Fries Fiddler's Convention
  • 7:00 pm 
Fries Ball Park, Fries VA.
Events begin at 7:00PM.
Admission - $5.


August 2011
20
Saturday
• New River Dualathon
  • 9:00 am 
Town Park, New River Trail - Fries VA.
1st Annual New River Dualathon - 5K Run - 21 Mile Bike - 5K Run


• Fries Fiddler's Convention
  • 3:00 pm 
Fries Ball Park - Fries VA.
Youth competition begins at 3:00PM with adult competition to follow.
Admission - $5.


• New River Dualathon
  • 9:00 am 
Town Park, New River Trail - Fries VA.
1st Annual New River Dualathon - 5K Run - 21 Mile Bike - 5K Run


• Fries Fiddler's Convention
  • 3:00 pm 
Fries Ball Park - Fries VA.
Youth competition begins at 3:00PM with adult competition to follow.
Admission - $5.


August 2011
24
Wednesday
• Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair
  • 5:00 pm-10:00 pm 
Southwest Virginia Farmer's Market, I-77 Exit 14, Hillsville VA
Events, exhibits, demonstrations, food, livestock, pet show, and much more!
 Link:   Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair


• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


August 2011
25
Thursday
• Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair
  • 5:00 pm-10:00 pm 
Southwest Virginia Farmer's Market, I-77 Exit 14, Hillsville VA
Events, exhibits, demonstrations, food, livestock, pet show, and much more!
 Link:   Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


August 2011
26
Friday
• Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair
  • 5:00 pm-11:00 pm 
Southwest Virginia Farmer's Market, I-77 Exit 14, Hillsville VA
Continuation of festivities.
 Link:   Carroll County Va Agricultural Fair


• Crusin' and Groovin'
  • 5:00 pm-9:00 pm 
Galax's Historic Downtown District
Restored antique cars, classic cars, muscle cars, and motorcycles. Beach music, oldies, country, and car-themed music.
Family-themed event is free for car owners and admirers.


August 2011
27
Saturday
• Carroll County Va Agricultural Fair
  • 8:00 am-11:00 pm 
Southwest Virginia Farmer's Market, I-77 Exit 14, Hillsville VA
Festivities continue. Visit web site for details and schedule.
 Link:   Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair


• Grayson Wine Festival
  • 4:00 pm 
1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
• Grayson Wine Festival
  • 4:00 pm 
1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
August 2011
28
Sunday
• Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair
  • 12:00 pm-6:00 pm 
Southwest Virginia Farmer's Market, I-77 Exit 14, Hillsville VA
Wrapping up the Carroll County Fair.
 Link:   Carroll County VA Agricultural Fair


August 2011
31
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


September
September 2011
1
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


September 2011
7
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


September 2011
8
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


September 2011
10
Saturday
• Stories of the Stitch
  • 10:00 am 
Matthews Living History Farm Museum, 476 White Pine Road, Galax, Va
Twin County Arts Council - Quilt Show and Heritage Fiber Festival.

 Link:   Stories of the Stitch


September 2011
14
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


September 2011
15
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


September 2011
17
Saturday
• Festival by the River
  • 9:00 am 
Town Park - Fries VA
Food, crafts, music, and fun!


• Festival by the River
  • 9:00 am 
Town Park - Fries VA
Food, crafts, music, and fun!


September 2011
21
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


September 2011
22
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


September 2011
24
Saturday
• Lord's Acre Sale
  • 9:00 am 
Felts Park, Galax VA
Crafts, food, and music.


• Grayson Highlands Fall Festival
  • 10:00 am 
Grayson Highlands State Park
Bluegrass and old-time music, barbecued chicken, sorghum molasses, crafts fair, and demonstrations of pioneer living.
A wild pony sale will be held on Saturday at 2:00PM.
Admission - $6 per car.


• Grayson Highlands Fall Festival
  • 10:00 am 
Grayson Highlands State Park
Bluegrass and old-time music, barbecued chicken, sorghum molasses, crafts fair, and demonstrations of pioneer living.
A wild pony sale will be held on Saturday at 2:00PM.
Admission - $6 per car.


September 2011
25
Sunday
• Grayson Highlands Fall Festival
  • 10:00 am 
Grayson Highlands State Park
Bluegrass and old-time music, barbecued chicken, sorghum molasses, crafts fair, and demonstrations of pioneer living.
A wild pony sale will be held on Saturday at 2:00PM.
Admission - $6 per car.


• Grayson Highlands Fall Festival
  • 10:00 am 
Grayson Highlands State Park
Bluegrass and old-time music, barbecued chicken, sorghum molasses, crafts fair, and demonstrations of pioneer living.
A wild pony sale will be held on Saturday at 2:00PM.
Admission - $6 per car.


September 2011
28
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


September 2011
29
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


October
October 2011
1
Saturday
• Baywood Fall Pumpkin Festival
  • 7:00 am 
Baywood Elementary School - Galax VA
Breakfast, parade, antique tractor pull, crafts, and music.


• Baywood Fall Pumpkin Festival
  • 7:00 am 
Baywood Elementary School - Galax VA
Breakfast, parade, antique tractor pull, crafts, and music.


October 2011
5
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


October 2011
6
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


October 2011
8
Saturday
• New River Trail 50K Run
  • 8:00 am-4:00 pm 
Firehouse Drive, Fries VA
4th Annual New River Trail 50K Run begins at the New River Trail entrance in Fries VA.


• Mountain Foliage Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Downtown Independence VA.
Art and craft fair, live mountain music, fabulous mountain homecooked food, and THE GRAND PRIVY RACE!


• Mountain Foliage Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Downtown Independence VA.
Art and craft fair, live mountain music, fabulous mountain homecooked food, and THE GRAND PRIVY RACE!


October 2011
9
Sunday
• Whitetop Mountain Molasses Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Mount Rogers Vol. Fire Dept. and Rescue Squad - Whitetop VA
Molasses and applebutter making, craft show, live music, dancing, BBQ chicken, bake sale.


• Whitetop Mountain Molasses Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Mount Rogers Vol. Fire Dept. and Rescue Squad - Whitetop VA
Molasses and applebutter making, craft show, live music, dancing, BBQ chicken, bake sale.


October 2011
12
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


October 2011
13
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


October 2011
15
Saturday
• Fall Foliage Bike Ride
  •  
Starts at the Farmer's Market - North Main St., Galax VA
• Bridle Creek Fall Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Bridle Creek School - 5 1/2 miles West of Independence VA
Music, games, door prizes, food.


• Bridle Creek Fall Festival
  • 9:00 am 
Bridle Creek School - 5 1/2 miles West of Independence VA
Music, games, door prizes, food.


October 2011
19
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


October 2011
20
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


October 2011
26
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


October 2011
27
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


November
November 2011
2
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


November 2011
3
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


November 2011
9
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


November 2011
10
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


November 2011
16
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


November 2011
17
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


November 2011
23
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


November 2011
24
Thursday
Thanksgiving
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


November 2011
30
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


December
December 2011
1
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


December 2011
2
Friday
• Galax Christmas 2011 Parade
  • 7:00 pm 
Main Street, Galax VA
December 2011
7
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


December 2011
8
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


December 2011
14
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


December 2011
15
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


December 2011
21
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


December 2011
22
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


December 2011
28
Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Jam at the Historic 1908 Courthouse
  • 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 5-june 5
Historic 1908 Courthouse, Independence VA
A true mountain music jam done only to please themselves and each other.


December 2011
29
Thursday
• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


• Thursday Night Jams in Fries
  • 6:00 pm-9:00 pm 
january 6-december 29
Fries Rec Center, Fries VA
Jam sessions every Thursday night.


Galax VA is situated on the Grayson County and Carroll County border. Being in such a central location in our Twin County area, it has the highest concentration of activities and events in our region. The "World's Oldest" Old-Time Fiddler's Convention, arts and crafts fairs, live theatrical performances, and many other festivals and events are held here. It is also home to a multitude of galleries,antique, and crafts shops.
Grayson County VA and Carroll County VA each have their own good measure of craft & antique shops, music jam sessions and fiddler's conventions, and other festivals throughout the year, too. Among these are the "Mountain Foliage Festival and Grand Privy Race" in Independence VA, several arts, crafts, & music festivals near Whitetop VA, and the Carroll County Fair and Annual Labor Day Gun Show and Flea Market in Hillsville VA.
Hopefully this calendar of the many events, festivals, and activities in Galax VA, Grayson County VA, and Carroll County VA will help point you to something of interest. Included are the towns and communities of Whitetop, Fries, Fairview, Elk Creek, Hillsville, Dugspur, Cana, Fancy Gap, Troutdale, and Independence Virginia.