Highland County Chamber of Commerce Calendar
Farmers' Market Vendor Meeting
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Farmers' Market Vendor Meeting Are you interested in participating in the Highland County Farmers' Market this season? Come to our pre-season vendor meeting at 5pm on April 18th to learn everything you need to know. Please contact Jen Rattigan with ...
Doing Business with DCR (Future State Park)
10:00 AM - 11:59 AM
Free small business opportunity! A new state park is coming to Highland County, Virginia in the near future. Learn how you can take advantage by doing business with the Virginia Department of Conservation (DCR)! The Virginia Department of Small ...
The Wonders of Wool at The 3rd Space
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Are you interested in working with wool, but don't know where to start? In this class, you will begin with skirting a raw fleece and learning about wool during the process. What makes for good quality wool versus bad? What types of wool are good for ...
Emerald Mountain Foraging Classes 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to identify and prepare wild edible and medicinal plants with confidence.
Square Dance
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Live music by Juanita Fireball and the Continental Drifters. Ellen and Eugen Ratcliffe calling. Saturday, April 26th 6:30 to 9:00 PM, at the Highland Center, Monterey, VA
Highlands Community Orchestra: “Bach, Beethoven & Bond….James Bond!”
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Highlands Community Orchestra presents: “Bach, Beethoven & Bond….James Bond!” Please join us at the Highland Center on Sunday, April 27th, at 3 pm for a spring concert by the talented Highlands Community Orchestra. This event is free (donations ...
Cinco de Mayo @ The Monterey Inn Barn
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Claire's & Monterey Inn's fiesta! Our award-winning kitchen team puts a twist on Mexican-inspired favorites, featuring special menu items like street tacos, fresh guacamole, and a nacho bar alongside our signature margaritas ...
Highland County Lodging Meeting
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Hello, The Highland Tourism Council is hosting its next meeting for all current or future Highland County lodging businesses on Monday, May 5 from 5 - 6:30 pm at The Highland Center at 61 Highland Center Drive in Monterey. Light refreshments will be ...
Needle felting workshop, Springtime nest with Mama Cardinal - The 3rd Space
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Come to The 3rd Space at Art on Main for a beginner needle felting workshop. We will make two projects just perfect for spring decorating: a wool nest and a female Cardinal to sit in the nest. You will learn several techniques: creating a simple ...
The Wren Masters
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Wren Masters specialize in the historical performance of 17th and 18th century music on period instruments: baroque violin, viola da gamba and harpsichord. Hailed by the Washington Post for their “crisp ensemble, mellowness, and stylistic ...
Mother's Day Tea & Flowers in the Garden
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
More information can be found at Claire's Cakes & Cafe https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Tuesday Talk - Primitive Skills with Ruth Ann Colby Martin
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Highland Center and Highland County Public Library offer a free, informative talk on the second Tuesday of each month at The Highland Center at 2pm. May 13: Primitive Skills with Ruth Ann Colby Martin
Paint & Sip Night
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Unleash your creativity at Claire's Cafe's 'Paint & Sip Soirée' in charming downtown Monterey, VA, where artistic expression meets mountain charm. Join us Thursday, May 15th, 2025, from 6-9pm, for an evening of self-guided painting and signature ...
Stained Glass workshop - 2 Days of Stained Glass with Erica Stephenson
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This workshop will meet on May 17 & 18. It is a basic to intermediate level workshop using the copper foil method of stained glass construction. Students will select a pattern, cut, grind and shape glass pieces, apply copper foil, solder, and finish ...
Broom Making-Flat Hearth Broom - 2 day workshop
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Students will begin by sorting broomcorn for a flat hearth broom. Quality, length and preparation of material will be covered. The Shaker influence on flat broom development will also be discussed. Each student will complete at least one hearth ...
Drama Camp Returns!
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mark your calendar for June 16-20, 2025 for Drama Camp 2025! The Wayne Theatre will return to lead ages 8-18 in a fun-filled week, ending with a Friday performance. There will be a small fee. Registration coming soon.
Quilted Bags Workshop - 3 day workshop
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Participants will make a series of quilted bags, perfect for using for sewing classes or giving as gifts. We will be using many techniques such as; quilting our fabric, using clear vinyl, putting in zippers and using bias bindings to make bags. ...
Artists' Weekend - 15th Annual
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The 15th Artists' Weekend will be held Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29. The Highland County Arts Council has received special permission from participating landowners and sought out scenic spots around the county to paint from. ...
Mid Summer's Eve Gala @The Barn - Monterey Inn
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mid Summer's Eve Gala @The Barn - Monterey Inn for more info: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Rumble & Rhythm: Summer Fair Fundraiser
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Join us for the Highland County Fair’s Rumble & Rhythm: SUMMER EDITION FUNDRAISER on June 28th! It’s a day packed with FOOD, FUN, and FAMILY, plus amazing activities for everyone: 🌟 $15 Admission – ALL INCLUSIVE (Kids 10 & under are FREE!) 🚗 CLASSIC ...
Emerald Mountain Foraging Classes 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to identify and prepare wild edible and medicinal plants with confidence.
Barn Quilt Painting Summer 2025 - 2 Days of Barn Quilt Painting with Margie Boesch!
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Register Here for 2 Days of Barn Quilt Painting with Margie Boesch! Participants will learn how to design and execute a 2x2’ barn quilt under the leadership of artist Margie Boesch. On Thursday morning, July 10th, technique and design will be ...
Beginner Basketry - 3 Days of Basketry with Judith Saunders
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
During this 3 day workshop on August 7-9, 9am-4pm, participants will explore traditional and non-traditional materials used in basket-making with mixed media artisan Judith Saunders. This is an opportunity for beginning basket weavers to explore a ...
Farmer's Ball @ The Barn - Monterey Inn
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Farmer's Ball @ The Barn - Monterey Inn for more info: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Basketry Level Two - Next level basketry with artist Judith Saunders (5 Days)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Are you ready to add to your basketry skills? Judith Saunders has led sold out basketry workshops in Highland for four years and we are pleased to offer a new opportunity with this talented instructor. This workshop will provide information on ...
Murder Mystery @The Barn - Monterey Inn
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Murder Mystery @The Barn - Monterey Inn for more info: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Emerald Mountain Foraging Classes 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Learn to identify and prepare wild edible and medicinal plants with confidence.
Hands & Harvest Festival
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate the beauty and bounty of fall with the annual Hands & Harvest Festival in Highland County, Virginia! Enjoy a fun family-friendly weekend in our rural mountain community!
Oktoberfest @ The Barn - Monterey Inn
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Oktoberfest @ The Barn - Monterey Inn for more information: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Barn Quilt Painting Fall 2025 with Margie Boesch
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Participants will learn how to design and execute a 2x2’ barn quilt under the leadership of artist Margie Boesch. On Thursday morning, October 23rd, technique and design will be discussed and participants will then be given Friday to finalize patterns ...
Farm to Table @ The Barn - Monterey Inn
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Farm to Table @ The Barn - Monterey Inn for more info: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events
Wintertide Festival @ The Barn - Monterey Inn
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wintertide Festival @ The Barn - Monterey Inn more info: https://www.clairescakeco.com/events