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Events in Damascus, VA

Scroll down to view the calendar of all the upcoming events in and around Damascus. 

2023 Town Events

May to October - Damascus Farmers Market - Open on Saturday mornings at Laurel Creek Park, 127 W Imboden St. Stop by to support local and find fresh produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, craft items, and more. Live music weekly.  More info. 
May to August - Damascus Town Pool - The Coolest Pool on the Trail is open daily, weather permitting. More info.
June 23 - Trail Town Twirl Contra Dance - Held quarterly at the Rock School Auditorium in partnership with caller Warren Doyle. More info. 
July 3 - Independence Day Celebration - at the Town Park; local food vendors 6 to 10pm, live music by Phantom 7 to 9pm, fireworks show by Manuel's Fireworks at dark. In the event of inclement weather, fireworks will be rescheduled to Labor Day.
July 22 - Beaverdam Jams - A one-day music festival at the Town Park featuring Dave Eggar and Beth Snapp; full music lineup to be announced, plus food vendors and beer garden.
September 22 - Trail Town Twirl Contra Dance - Held quarterly at the Rock School Auditorium in partnership with caller Warren Doyle. More info. 
September 24 - National Public Lands Day
December - A Trail Town Christmas
 - Find holiday events and specials all month long! The season kicks off with A Trail Town Christmas Parade and the holiday lights decorating contest. More info. 

2024 Town Events

May 11 - Town-Wide Yard Sale - Find yard sale vendors at the Town Park and throughout town. To reserve a 15x15' space at the Town Park, register at Town Hall by May 1st. The Town-Wide Yard Sale is always the weekend before Trail Days.
May 17-19 - Appalachian Trail Days Festival - Trail Days is the biggest event of the year in town (and the biggest celebration along the entire Appalachian Trail)! Trail Days is always the weekend after Mother's Day. More info. 
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ADDRESS

P.O. Box 576
208 West Laurel Avenue
​Damascus, VA 24236

PHONE

(276) 475-3831

EMAIL

info (at) damascus .org

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  • Home
  • Adventure
    • Local Highlights
    • Virginia Creeper Trail
    • Appalachian Trail (AT) and other local hikes
    • Mount Rogers National Recreation Area
    • Highlands Horse Trail
    • Motor Routes
  • Downtown
    • Damascus Trail Center
    • Town Parks
    • Farmers Market
    • Coolest Pool on the Trail
    • History Tour
    • Dining & Drinks
    • Shopping
    • Damascus Business Group
    • Live in Damascus >
      • Real Estate
      • Damascus Library
      • Schools
      • Healthcare
      • Religious Organizations
  • Stay
    • Bed & Breakfasts
    • Campgrounds & RV Parks
    • Inns, Hotels & Lodges
    • Vacation Rentals
  • Events
    • Events Calendar
    • Beaverdam Jams (July)
    • A Trail Town Christmas (December)
    • Contra Dance: Trail Town Twirl (Quarterly)
    • Appalachian Trail Days Festival (May) >
      • Event Info
      • Sponsors & Vendors
      • Trail Days Schedule
      • Music Lineup
  • FAQ
  • Parking
  • Media
  • Merch