Scary Prom (for adults!)

Join us for a spine-tingling night of costumes and dancing where the spirit of prom meets the thrill of Halloween. Dress to impress: all who dare may enter the costume runway for a chance to be crowned prom royalty. There will be five categories, one winner in each, and one grand winner. Dance the night away to a playlist of eerie hits and classics in our haunted warehouse. Dine on terrifying treats, both sweet and savory, plus concoctions from the bar. Advance price $40 / $45 at the door Includes complementary food and one drink ticket (includes beer, wine, and cider | $3 upcharge for cocktails). Cash bar.

What the Constitution Means to Me

Eunoia Theatre will present What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Shreck from October 24 through October 27 on the campus of James Madison University and at two downtown Harrisonburg businesses. All performances are free and reservations are not required. Performance dates, times, and locations are as follows: Thursday, October 24th, 4pm, JMU Cleveland Hall Portico & Lawn (61 E Grace St, Harrisonburg); Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th, 7 pm, Black Sheep Coffee (80 E Market St, Harrisonburg); and Sunday, October 27th, 3 pm, outdoors at Shenandoah Bicycle (135 S Main St, Harrisonburg).

International Archaeology Day at The Frontier Culture Museum

Walk around their Old World loop; visit the farms from places people left behind to come to the New World. Learn more about the different types of artifacts, like metal and ceramics, and experimental archaeology; then head over to the New World section and try your hand at excavation in their dig boxes. Find out what happens after the artifacts are excavated! You can learn more at frontiermuseum.org

Queen City Word Fest

Staunton will host its first city-wide literary event, the Queen City Word Fest-a celebration of words and literature on October 19, 2024, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Queen City Word Fest promises to be a dynamic and enriching experience for book lovers, writers and readers alike. With a vibrant lineup of authors, engaging panel discussion, book signings and more, the festival is poised to captivate audiences of all ages and interests. This year’s festival will feature a diverse range of literary genres, from fiction to poetry, memoirs to graphic novels, children’s books and so much more. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore an array of literary works and engage with the creative minds behind them. Admission to the festival is free, with tickets available to, select workshops and special events.

Art Hive October Events

Happy Fall Greetings! There’s lots of October fun at Art Hive! CRAFT CLUB SUNDAYS: STEAMPUNK CREATIONS Sunday, October 6,13, 20, & 27, 2024 | 1:00-3:00 pm HOMESCHOOL TUESDAYS: FINE ART FOR KIDS (AGES 11 TO 14) Tuesday, October 8,15, 22, & 29, 2024 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm ART SHOW OPENING RECEPTION: ELIZABETH SWEET – Divinity in the Decay Friday, October 11, 2024 | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm HALLOWEEN MASK MAKING WORKSHOP Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm PERSIAN COOKING CLASS Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm CRAFT A BUZZ Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 6:00-8:00 pm CARNIVOROUS BOG TERRARIUMS WITH MOTTAINAI FLORA Friday, October 18, 2024 | 5:30-7:30 pm HALLOZINE WORKSHOP Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 5:30-7:30 pm

53rd Annual Fall Foliage Festival

Experience the 53rd Annual Fall Foliage Festival Art Show in historic downtown Waynesboro. Watch as 160 artists and artisans transform the streets into a vibrant gallery featuring exquisite paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodwork, glass art, and more. Enjoy live local music that sets the perfect backdrop, sip on regional craft beers, and indulge in gourmet treats from various food trucks. With free parking and admission, this festival is an unmissable celebration of art and autumn.

Fun Home: The Musical at ShenanArts

“Fun Home,” the 2015 Tony Award winner for Best Musical based on Alison Bechdel’s hit graphic memoir, makes its Shenandoah Valley debut Oct. 11-13 and 18-20 at ShenanArts in Staunton! “Fun Home” is a groundbreaking musical based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. The story introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family—her mother, brothers, and volatile, brilliant, enigmatic father—in surprising new ways. This refreshingly honest musical explores themes of family, identity, and coming of age, offering a poignant look at seeing your parents through grown-up eyes. One of the most innovative productions ever to hit Broadway, “Fun Home” won five 2015 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. It features a compelling score by Jeanine Tesori, a heartfelt book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, and direction by Sam Gold, all of whom earned Tony Awards for their work. With a score that ranges from exuberant 70s pop to aching melodies and dissonant harmonies, “Fun Home” is the story of a daughter and father, of coming out, and of coming to terms with a life shaped by family secrets. Directed by Rebekah Bradley Ray. Friday, October 11 @ 7pm Saturday, October 12 @ 7pm Sunday, October 13 @ 3pm Friday, October 18 @ 7pm Saturday, October 19 @ 7pm Sunday, October 20 @ 3pm Purchase tickets here: shenanarts.org/fun-home Child/High School: $12 Senior/College: $17 Adult: $19

2024 Staunton Outside Arts Opening

Between October 1-31, Staunton Outside Arts (SOA) is proud to present its fourth annual pop-up art exhibition, transforming the city into a vibrant canvas. Over the course of the month, artists from diverse disciplines—including multimedia, photography, sculpture, performance, and music—will showcase their work in unconventional settings. From private yards to underutilized public spaces, the exhibition will breathe new life into Staunton’s landscape. We will kick off the exhibition with an opening on Sunday, October 6 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Ciders From Mars at 121 S Lewis Street and SolArt Center at 6 Byers Street. More information can be found on Instagram and Facebook at Staunton Outside Arts, as well as our webpage. About Staunton Outside Arts (SOA) Staunton Outside Arts (SOA) is an initiative bringing creative projects to neighborhoods and open spaces around the greater Staunton area. SOA hosts a yearly festival where artists, curators and local residents work together to create art installations that engage the public in dialogue with daily life and our regional history, culture, ecology and topography.

Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat for families sponsored by the Staunton VFW. We will have indoor activities, bouncy house, face painting, hair tensile, and other family friendly activities.