It’s the sweetest event of the year in Virginia! Nestled in the peaceful, rural mountains of the western border of the Commonwealth, travelers can take a step back in time for a cultural and culinary adventure at the annual Highland County Maple Festival during the second and third weekends …

The nationally acclaimed annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, presented by Berks Arts, will begin a 10-day extravaganza for fans of every form of jazz on Friday, March 24 in downtown Reading. This year’s spectacular lineup will feature some of the most celebrated artists on the scene today, incl…

Feeling “In the Mood” for some fabulous toe-tapping music? Looking for a “Sentimental Journey” this month? Even if your itinerary does not include “April in Paris,” February in Norfolk has its own special appeal: Get your tickets now for Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, appearing for one ni…

Considered one of the most romantic cities in America, Savannah, Georgia, provides the ideal setting for celebrating Valentine’s Day this month. 

Forget Mickey Mouse. The Mid-Atlantic’s favorite rodent is Punxsutawney Phil, the clairvoyant groundhog who predicts the duration of winter every February.

Reading Blues Fest, the annual celebration of traditional and contemporary blues presented by Berks Arts, will take place at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Reading from Thursday, November 17 through Sunday, November 20.

The Virginia’s Crossroads region, located in the south-central part of the state, is well known for its beautiful countryside, charming small towns, historical importance, and old-fashioned hospitality. And perhaps the best time to check out all of the area’s attributes is during the holiday…

October is an ideal time to visit Indiana County in southwestern Pennsylvania: Mother Nature puts on a show with trees ablaze, daytime temperatures are comfortable, and sunshine is plentiful.

There’s nothing like fall in Western Maryland; the air is crisp, the nights are cool, and the leaves are bursting with color. It’s the perfect time to take a road trip and spend some time leaf-peeping, partaking of the fall harvest at local food stands, or enjoying some hiking or biking thro…

Are you a gearhead? Or do you prefer machines that fly? Does riding the rails conjure images of days gone by? No matter your favorite mode of travel, Spotsylvania County, Virginia, is a great place to explore modes of transportation—planes, trains, and automobiles. 

Nestled on the banks of the Potomac River in the Northern Neck of Virginia, Stratford Hall has welcomed visitors for nearly 300 years. Built in 1738, the Georgian-style mansion was the boyhood home of two signers of the Declaration of Independence, Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Lee…

After a two-year hiatus, Heritage Weekend has returned to Hardy County with the mission to celebrate Appalachian traditions and West Virginia history.

The 159th Indiana County Fair will feature some new attractions while still offering the kind of tried-and-true favorites that have kept visitors coming back since the 1860s.

When it comes to selecting a travel destination, sometimes big things really do come in small packages. And so it is with Altoona, where “Small Destination, Big Adventures” aptly describes the wide-reaching opportunities this Central Pennsylvania city offers when it comes to summertime fun, …

“Going downtown” can conjure visions of towering concrete and steel edifices, a constant din of vehicle motors and sirens, gridlocked traffic, and hurrying crowds.

For nearly half a decade, the Virginia Lake Festival has transformed Clarksville, Virginia, into a destination for hot-air balloon aficionados, music fans, craft lovers, kids, and anyone else who wants to have a darn good time.

From the 58 juried artists and the 200 folks who pay $10 to participate in a “Quick Draw” to the kids trying their hand at a make-it-and-take-it event and the school-age artists competing in a mini-competition: The upcoming days in Maryland’s Talbot County are soon to serve as a picturesque …

An honored tradition since Colonial times, market fairs bring together community craftspeople, musicians, dancers, and vendors in a showcase of their talents, artwork, and skills. The Colonial Market Fair at the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum near Catonsville, Maryland, June 11…

There’s no denying the impending arrival of a new season. The sun is shining, the days are longer, and the weather has begun to feel warm and fresh. We find ourselves lingering outside, enjoying the soft breeze, and daydreaming about lazy, sun-drenched afternoons. If you feel drawn to the ge…

Spring is in full bloom, and Frederick County, Maryland, has plenty of ways to celebrate. Just a short drive from Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, you’ll find a full roster of fairs and festivals to welcome the warmer months.

May 15 marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of Berkeley County, W.V., and the area has an endless number of reasons to commemorate the occasion.

Washington’s National Cherry Blossom Festival, which kicked off in mid-March, continues into April with a plethora of signature events, art installations, hotel and restaurant specials, a parade, fireworks, and more. Most of the events are free and open to the public.

It’s a history lover’s paradise chock full of small-town charm. No wonder Gettysburg is the perfect antidote for cabin fever, according to Carl Whitehill of Destination Gettysburg. At a time when crowds and airports might seem less than appealing, this south-central Pennsylvania town is an “…

The second annual Forest County Bigfoot Festival is scheduled for June 10-12, 2022, in Marienville, Pa. By all accounts, the inaugural event for Forest County Bigfoot Festival held in June 2020, hosted by the Forest County Business alliance, was a “Big” success. The event featured guest spea…

Looking for a fun activity in Indiana County, Pa.? Try looking for a geocache.

The 31st annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, opening April 1 for a 10-day jazz extravaganza, will celebrate women who play and sing jazz in a special event on Saturday, April 9, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Benjamin Banneker, one of this nation’s first great scientists, lived on his family’s modest tobacco farm in Maryland’s Patapsco Valley. Born in 1731, his résumé ultimately included astronomer, mathematician, surveyor, author, publisher, farmer, and urban planner. Making his accomplishments …

Since 1997, Virginia Arts Festival has brought world-class performing artists each spring to venues and stages in Coastal Virginia. That’s twenty-five seasons of joyful, thrilling, humbling, unifying, beautiful art, and the festival plans to mark this milestone with a season suitably spectacular.

The 31st annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, held in Pennsylvania’s Berks County, will open on April 1, launching a 10-day celebration of jazz in all its manifestations, from blues to Big Band, from bebop to contemporary, from fusion to Latin.The nationally acclaimed festival, presented by Berk…

Life in the mountains of Garrett County in Maryland brings beautiful highs for each season, and winter is no exception, with more than 100 inches of snow falling on the area annually.

Nowhere in the country is the celebration of Christmas more evident than Bethlehem, Pa., a town established by the Moravians in 1741.

Jimmy Stewart passed away 24 years ago, but his spirit lives on in his quaint hometown.

The holidays are a very special time of year in Gettysburg — when the past comes alive in festive celebration. It’s the ideal way to experience our incomparable history, enduring charm, endless recreational fun and mouth-watering foodie opportunities.

The holidays are coming, and the Pocono Mountains is the perfect place to celebrate with family and friends. Located within easy driving distance of major metropolitan hubs like New York and Philadelphia, the Poconos is home to picturesque small towns, seasonal activities, exciting outdoor a…

It’s late afternoon at North Pole. Santa and Rudolph are looking over spreadsheets of activities for the holiday.

As the rolling hills surrounding Adams County, Pa., turn from verdant green into a kaleidoscope of blazing red, yellow, and orange, Gettysburg invites visitors to embrace the spectacular change of seasons.

One of the best ways to get to know a place is to talk with the locals — not only are they familiar with the destination, but they know what makes it special year-round. In Maryland’s Somerset County, this means extending the laid-back, nature-loving way of life into another season.

October events celebrate Wytheville’s mountain beauty and bounty

Each season in Cumberland Valley promises an endless variety of experiences for the ideal Weekend Easy getaway, but this region really shines in the fall, when you dine, play, explore, and discover the perfect place to get away from it all.

Regardless of age, who among us does not enjoy wearing a costume and playing the role of a character we have read about or studied in history? Who doesn’t want to be a lord or lady for a day? Or cheer for our favorite knight during a jousting tournament? Or shop for treasures from the past a…

Autumn is a busy time of year in Indiana County, with a number of seasonal festivals and activities back after a year off because of the COVID-19 pandemic. And Laura Herrington, executive director of the Indiana County Tourist Bureau, couldn't be happier.

Fall is the perfect time to pack up the family, get in the car, and go on a scenic drive to see colorful foliage across the entire Mid-Atlantic. And what better spot to travel to than the “Autumn Leaf Capital of the World?”

What better way to celebrate the start of fall than with a celebration of agricultural heritage? In Howard County, Maryland, events and destinations highlight local agriculture and the impact it has on the region.

After a brutally hot summer that kept us inside almost as much as the quarantine did, it’s time to enjoy the cooler temperatures and freedom of being outside again. Few places offer better opportunities to enjoy the outdoors than Somerset County.

August is here already, And we’re scratching our heads and asking, “Where did the summer go?” With a few weeks left to celebrate summer, why not head to one of your favorite Atlantic beaches to wrap up the season? Give these coastal destinations some thought when planning your next beach trip.

Map out some time on your summer calendar. Every August, plan on enjoying some fantastic live jazz music in a beautiful setting right on the Potomac River waterfront on the 75 acres of Mt. Bethel Retreat Center, circa 1898. This year, on Aug. 28 head to the Mt. Bethel Retreat Center in King …