Jun 25 Thursday
In June 2026, to honor America’s 250th anniversary, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture will unveil VMHC IllumiNATION, a breathtaking video art projection that brings the American story to life. Set against the museum’s historic facade, this immersive experience will blend artistic light, historic imagery, and music to transport viewers on a powerful journey through time and place.
This FREE community event will invite every viewer to see themselves within the fabric of American history—deepening understanding, sparking reflection, and inspiring a lasting appreciation for our shared past. A festive block-party atmosphere will enhance the four-night run of shows. As we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the entire VMHC campus will come alive with popular local bands, art displays, cultural demonstrations, community group exhibitors, and crafts and games for the whole family.
All schedules are subject to change.
Happens on the following Dates:Jun 25, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)Jun 26, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)Jun 27, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)Jun 28, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 26 Friday
WEEKLY FRIDAY NIGHT NO PREP EVERY Friday Night (weather updates will always be announced day of) Kids 15 & under get FREE spectator admission with paid adult Thanks to Camping World!Friday night gates open at 5pm Racing from 6pm till about 11pm.Bring your car, truck, SUV, whatever and have some FUN!Motorcycles, ATV's, UTV's, and Dirtbikes are welcome as well as long as racers have: Headlights and taillights and follow posted speed in paddocks and in front of the building of 5mph or you will be required to leave immediately. No warnings, this is for the safety of our spectators especially the children!Long Pants and Long SleevesLeather GlovesBoots (Over the ankle)Helmet (Full face/SNELL approved)You can simply come out, pay and have fun making passes! $25 to race or $10 to watch!Kids 15 & under get FREE spectator admission with paid adult Thanks to Camping World!
WhosYourDriver.org is the official Safe Driving partner of Dominion Raceway, and they want to remind you... Any track, any race, any time... always ask: Who’s your driver? Plan ahead for a safe ride home!
Join the Blacksburg Community Band on Henderson Lawn as part of the VT School of Performing Arts and Town of Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, This concert will include a medley from Fiddler on the Roof, and a lot of patriotic music as we approach our nation's 250th celebration! Bring a lawn chair and wish for sunny skies :-)
The event is free and open to the public, so we hope to see you there!
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.
Jun 27 Saturday
Join the Blacksburg Community Band at Historic Smithfield! We'll be playing some great patriotic tunes to celebrate the Nation's semisesquicentennial!
What is that, you say? That's just a fancy way of saying the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!
The event is free and open to the public, and we hope to see you there!
2026 NASCAR Local Racing Series powerd by O'Reilly Auto Parts: Va Modifieds, UCARS, Mini Stocks, 4cyl ANYCARS and Mini Cups with a pre race exotic car show THE DEAL: Adults $20 | KIDS 15 & UNDER FREE (Grandstands) sponsored by McGeorge's RV a Camping World company! but you don't have to wait until gates to enjoy practice all day from the climate controlled 118 Bar and Grill! NASCAR Regional Kids 15y and under free grandstand admission with paid adult thanks to Camping World