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“Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley nestled between the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, Harrisonburg is the outdoor adventure capital of the Shenandoah Valley.”
(VISIT HARRISONBURG VA)

Read the latest feature in Southern Living Magazine!
“Harrisonburg Is The Virginia Mountain Town You Need To Visit This Fall”

lODGING sPONSORS

When you book your stay for the Festival with one of our lodging sponsors, you will receive two complementary Season Tickets!

By the Side of the Road Inn
491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

By the Side of the Road offers a variety of accommodations for travelers looking for a clean, cozy stay just outside of Downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Massanutten Resort
1822 Resort Drive, Massanutten, VA 22840

In addition to two complementary Season Tickets, Massanutten Resort is also offering 15% off any available lodging from June 5 – 20 using promo code: BachFest25.
A booking link will be available soon.

Photo courtesy of By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

DINING

Magpie Diner
85 W Gay St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
A full-service breakfast and lunch restaurant serving a modern diner-inspired menu

Little Grill Collective
621 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Worker-owned cooperative serving vegetarian and vegan-friendly breakfast and lunch since 1940

The Joshua Wilton House
412 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Restored Victorian home that is now a bed & breakfast and fine dining destination

Heritage Bakery & Café
212 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Cozy bakery serving breakfast, lunch & a rotating list of pastries

Bella Gelato & Pastries
49 W Water St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Delicious treats like fresh-baked bread, pastries, and gelato scooped in house-made waffle cones

Bella Luna Wood-Fired Pizza
80 W Water St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Features hand-crafted, farm-fresh food, and pizza in a warm and inviting environment

Local Chop & Grill House
56 W Gay St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
High-quality steaks and chops, organically raised poultry, house-made charcuterie, and organically grown seasonal produce from local family farms and vendors

Taj of India
34 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Rich and flavorful authentic Indian cuisine and friendly and knowledgable restaurant staff

Bowl of Good
831 Mt. Clinton Pike, Harrisonburg VA, 22802
Voted “Best Healthy Options in the Valley” for its fresh, locally sourced food

Photo credit: Claire Wyman courtesy of Magpie Diner

OUTDOORS

Shenandoah National Park
Beautiful land with breathtaking views, waterfalls, bird-watching, coniferous forest. and indigenous wildflowers

George Washington National Forest
The George Washington and Jefferson National Forests stretch along the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of Virginia and even cross into parts of West Virginia and Kentucky

Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
780 University Blvd, Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Public, urban garden and forested greenspace that preserves native species and promotes knowledge of the botanical and natural world

Hillendale Park
801 Hillandale Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
74-acre park with picnic shelters, playground equipment, a basketball court, and over 5 miles of walking and mountain biking trails

Purcell Park
41 Monument Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
67-acre park with three softball/baseball fields, four tennis courts, a playground, three picnic shelters, several restrooms, walking trails, and running paths

Caverns
Beneath the Shenandoah Valley are breathtaking caverns with shimmering caverns stalactites and stalagmites

Shenandoah Bicycle Company
135 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Bike rentals and resources to local and mountain bike rides. Attached to the shop is Pulp, a cafe serving healthy Açaí bowls and smoothies.

HOTELS

Hotel Madison
710 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Sophisticated and comfortable rooms and suites with mountain and downtown views, fine dining, meeting space, and an indoor saltwater pool

Friendly City Inn Bed & Breakfast
547 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Cozy, well-equipped rooms with vintage décor, soft and sensuous luxury sheets and pillows, and hardwood floors provide a charming, relaxed setting and supreme comfort

Silver Lake Bed & Breakfast
1331 Silver Lake Rd, Dayton, VA 22821
Modern cozy renovated log cabin with peaceful surroundings and gourmet breakfast

By the Side of the Road Inn
491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Make your trip to Harrisonburg your best yet, with their range of comfortable rooms, cottages, and studios.

Check out other places to stay on EMU’s list of area accommodations

Photo courtesy of Hotel Madison

COFFEE & TEA

Coffee Hound
64 S Mason St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Chestnut Ridge Coffee Roasters
76 W Gay St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Merge Coffee Company
821 Mt Clinton Pike, Suite A, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Black Sheep Coffee
80 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Broad Porch Coffee Co.
47 Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Drifters Cafe
217 S Liberty St Suit 104, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Aristocat Cafe + Tea House
111 N Liberty St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

Sweet & Tasty European Delicacies
66 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Greenberry’s Coffee Co.
400 S High St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

WINE & BEER

Shenandoah Spirits Trail
Sip awhile in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley! Map of wineries, craft breweries, cideries, and distilleries with outdoor recreation opportunities, historic treasures, and charming downtowns loaded with shops and eateries.

Sage Bird
325 N Liberty St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Locally-sourced fruit and flavor to produce small-batch, hand-crafted hard cider

Pale Fire Brewing Co.
217 S Liberty St Suite 105, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Enjoy a pint, flight, or take a growler, crowler, or six-pack home with you

Brother’s Craft
800 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Founded by three Shifflett siblings who used their collective experience to brew exciting, unique craft beers that emphasize and support our community

Bluestone Vineyard
4828 Spring Creek Rd, Bridgewater, VA 22812
Crafting small-batch wines from locally sourced and estate-grown fruit that showcase the very best in each varietal and each vintage

Marceline Vineyards
5887 Cross Keys Rd, Mt Crawford, VA 22841
Anchored by a beautiful log barn surrounded by patios, gardens, and a hill of wine grapevines

CrossKeys Vineyards
6011 E Timber Ridge Rd, Mt Crawford, VA 22841
Family-owned 125-acre estate winery that welcomes every guest with a warm smile and award-winning wines

ARTS & CULTURE

Virginia Quilt Museum
301 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Official Quilt Museum of the Commonwealth of Virginia offering three floors of rotating curated gallery space that promotes a unique blend of Virginia’s art and cultural heritage

150 Franklin Gallery
150 Franklin St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
The first multicultural fine arts gallery in Harrisonburg featuring original works by outstanding local and national artists in a variety of mediums

Hugo Kohl’s Museum of American Jewelry Design and Manufacturing Company
217 South Liberty Street, Suite 103, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Museum that provides visitors an immersive visual, audible, and sensory experience of jewelry manufacturing

Brethren & Mennonite Heritage Center
1921 Heritage Center Way, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Celebrates the historical and spiritual legacies of Brethren and Mennonites in the Shenandoah Valley

Valley Turnpike Museum
212 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Located inside the historic Hardesty-Higgins House (ca. 1848), this museum explores the history and heritage of today's US Route 11

Harriet Tubman Cultural Center
2065 Reservoir St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Visitors explore “Freedom Trail” tour markers on the property that include topics of Harriet Tubman’s life and legacy, a local safe house, the truths of plantation life.

Furious Flowers Quilt by Malaika Favorite
Photo credit: Adriana Hammond courtesy of The 150 Franklin Street Gallery

FOR KIDS

Discovery Museum
150 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Engaging young minds through interactive, multi-sensory learning experiences like a puppet theater, treehouse, full-size aircraft, art studio, and science lab

John C Wells Planetarium
91 E Grace St, Harrisonburg, VA 22807
State-of-the-art hybrid planetarium dedicated to science education & sharing the excitement of space exploration with FREE shows every Saturday

A Dream Come True Playground
1050 Neff AvenueA Dream Come True Playground, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Accessible and inclusive playground with one-of-a-kind features including rainbow arches, shade structures, hammock swing, draw wall, and a family pavilion. Separate equipment for 2-5-year-olds and 5-12-year-olds.

Elevation Sports
1925 E Market St Ste 302, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Bubble Soccer, Combat Archery, and Nerf Wars

You Made It!
1019 Port Republic Rd, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Paint your own pottery and fused glass studio

Harrisonburg Fire Museum
101 N Main St 3rd floor, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Featuring a rich display of historic fire memorabilia such as uniforms, medals, equipment, old fire alarms, and photographs

Ruby’s Arcade
165 S Main St #100b, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Great for kids and adults, this arcade has it all, bowling, pinball, Foosball, shuffleboard, darts, pool, bingo, and a bar/lounge

Photo courtesy of the Discovery Museum

SHOPPING

Agora Downtown Market
165 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
A community of small, local businesses offering a wide variety of high-quality goods, including handmade and fair-trade items, zero-waste products, vintage finds, and clothing.
Bring Your Own, LLC
Charlee Rose Boutique
Heartworn Vintage
Lineage
New Creation
Shenandoah Hemp Supply

The Lady Jane
117 South Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Vintage-inspired home & gift shop selling Virginia-based artisan jewelry, art, and designs

withSimplicity
108 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Organic natural, and clean skincare and makeup brand using the finest, plant-based, ethically-sourced ingredients in their products

Walkabout Outfitter
90 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
With a love for the outdoors, this shop sells apparel and equipment to get you moving on your next adventure

Blue Ridge Dog
115 W Water St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Specializing in pet supplies, pet service, and making freshly baked dog treats

WELLNESS

The Center Yoga at Ice House Studios
217 S Liberty St #201, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Shenandoah Yoga
135 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Bluestone Body Works
70 E Mosby Rd, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

The Beauty Spa
510 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Cedar Stone Spa
1834 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801