Experience Russell County, VA

08/24/2024

🎡 Saddle up for a week of fun at the Russell County Fair & Horse Show! From August 30th to September 7th, enjoy thrilling rides, live entertainment, and all your fair favorites. Don’t miss out on the excitement—see you there! 🐴🎠

For more information: www.experiencerussellva.com

08/22/2024

Please join us for the quarterly Agritourism Subcommittee Meeting on August 22nd, 2024 at 5:30 PM at Pat's Kountry Diner.

For more information on subcommittees contact us at: [email protected]

08/13/2024

Clinch River State Park is a hidden gem perfect for immersing yourself in nature. While it is under development, that doesn’t mean this 640-acre, and growing, day-use park shouldn’t be on your list of places to explore.

08/13/2024

🏍️🚗 The GARGOYLE Adventure! 🚗🏍️

Calling all motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts! Don’t miss out on the classic small towns of Honaker, Haysi, Richlands, and Cedar Bluff. Make sure to save some room on your memory card for the breathtaking views from the Cedar Bluff Overlook, offering stunning perspectives year-round. 🏞️✨

Virginia Route 80 is a designated Virginia Scenic Byway, so take your time and soak in all the beauty that our neck of the woods has to offer. 🌄

Approximately 92 miles of pure joy:
1. Start at Claypool Hill/19/460
2. Take 19 to Rosedale
3. Right on 80 through Haysi
4. Right on 83
5. Left on Southern Gap Road / 718
6. Return to 83, turn left
7. Right on Hwy 460
8. Left on 638 toward Pilgrims K**b past Buddy’s Market
9. Right on 635 Virginia Coal Heritage over Brown Mountain
10. At stop sign, right on 621 (turns into South 67)
11. Left on 460 to Claypool Hill

Rev up your engines and let’s hit the road! 🛣️🔥

08/07/2024

At the 5th Annual Tourism Summit hosted by Friends of Southwest Virginia & partners,
🎉🏆The Russell County Tourism Department was honored to be awarded the 2024 Marketing Collateral Best Rack Card or Brochure Marketing Budget $50,000 or less.

❤️We would like to thank all of our tourism industry partners, community members, and all those who work so closely with our department to ensure the success of our beloved community.

If you are interested in receiving a brochure to "EXPERIENCE" everything we have to offer in Russell County. From events, outdoor recreation, & so much more you can find it here. Request your brochure (or bulk order) on our website at: www.experiencerussellva.com

08/03/2024

🎉 TOMORROW Saturday, August 3rd 🎉
🏍️💨 Cruise on down the GREAT Route 80 to the Town of Honaker, VA for their first ever Route 80 Festival!

Saturday, AUGUST 3rd from 4PM - 9PM at the newly developed amphitheater at the Town Park. With LIVE music from;
🎶Bluestone Bluegrass Band
🪕67 North Bluegrass Band
🎻Carson Peters & Iron Mountain
& so much more fun for all the family to enjoy!

For more events visits: www.experiencerussellva.com

07/30/2024

Check out ALL the fun & make memories to last a lifetime with your BFFs this Best Friend's Day!

Tag who you'd like to take a Friend's Trip with to enjoy the splendors of Russell County, Virginia.

Visit our website for more information: www.experiencerussellva.com

07/29/2024

Are you hungry? Because WE ARE! Head on over to Junie B's to feed that craving!

07/23/2024

🚨🚛GET READY & START THOSE ENGINES!!🚛🚨
We are gearing up for the 4th SWVA Big Rig Showdown 🎉on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th in the Town of Lebanon. Adding bigger and better things to events each year including this year with;
✅LIVE Music
✅Motorcycle Show
✅Cornhole Tournament
✅Kid's Power Show
🏁TRUCKS, BIG TRUCKS, & BIGGER TRUCKS🚛

Visit our website for more information on upcoming events: www.experiencerussellva.com/events

07/22/2024

"Always take the scenic route." 😍

You can take the scenic route in the Town of Cleveland Virginia across the swinging bridge and along the Clinch River walking trail, during your stay at the Riverbend Campground or visit to the Town of Cleveland, Virginia.

Visit our website for more information: www.experiencerussellva.com

07/20/2024

ARE YALL AS EXCITED AS WE ARE‼️🎉 For the SWVA Big Rig Showdown this year?!!! Mark you calendars AUGUST 9th & 10th!!

SHOW SCHEDULE for 2024!!! See ya soon!please share!

07/09/2024

Is it Fall yet?🍂 Because we are ready for the Russell County Heritage Festival! Interested in becoming a vendor at our event this year? Please reach out to us we are looking for;
-Local Craftsman & Artisans (who create their own products)
-Demonstrations by craftsmen
-Educational Vendors
- Local Authors, etc.

Our event focuses on promoting our local heritage, culture, and history in Russell County while highlighting our local craftsmen, musicians, and so much more.

More Information: www.experiencerussellva.com

07/07/2024

In honor of 🐄 Russell County Agriculture Week🌽 July 7th - July 13th, did you know that agriculture is the largest industry in both Russell County and the Commonwealth of Virginia? Many of our farms in Russell County offer tourism experiences including event venues, tours, direct sales, etc.

How can you support your local farmers?
🧺Shop at your local farmer's market
Lebanon Farmers Market | Clinch River Farmer's Market | Cleveland Farmer's Market
🌽Learn to locally source your food including meats, eggs, milk, etc.
🤝Share the word, and encourage your neighborhood farmer

Visit: www.experiencerussellva.com


📸: Hodges Photography
📸: Preston Ball Photography

07/05/2024

NEW fun coming to the annual SWVA Big Rig Showdown 🏍️💨

Registration is OPEN for the Motorcycle Show‼️Information provided below. ⬇️

New this year!! A motorcycle showcase! We've added a side show to our annual Big Rig Showdown. The bike show will not be judged like our big rigs but you will be able to come out and show your bike off.

Get registered at www.bigrigshowdown.com

August 9-10, 2024

07/04/2024

How are you and your loved ones celebrating your freedom in the USA this Independence Day? 🇺🇸🎆

For more information on events, etc. visit: www.experiencerussellva.com

07/03/2024

Support your local farmers at a farmers market near you! 🍅🍞🫑

06/28/2024

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06/20/2024

06/20/2024

HAPPY SUMMER!!! Now let's have fun in the SUMMERTIME SUN ☀️
Learn about all the fun you can have in Russell County at: www.experiencerussellva.com

06/20/2024

🇱🇷4th of July Celebration Calendar in Russell County, Virginia💙❤️🤍
💙June 29th: Town of Honaker Virginia 4th of July
❤️July 4th: Town of Lebanon Virginia Independence Day Celebration
🤍July 4th: Town of St. Paul Virginia Independence Day Celebration
💙July 5th: Town of Cleveland Virginia 4th of July

For information on events happening in the county visit: www.experiencerussellva.com

06/18/2024

Today June 18th is International Picnic Day! ☀️🌸

Celebrate today by spending time outside and enjoying the great outdoors with friends and family. You can always pick up some good eatin' at one of our many local restaurants and visit our local parks, lakes, or other locations for your picnic.

📌 Laurel Bed Lake

Visit: www.experiencerussellva.com

06/17/2024

Did you join us at the 5th Annual Cedar Fest in Lebanon, Virginia? If you did, we were so happy to see you, and hope you come back! 🎉

The planning for Cedar Fest next year has already begun, so let us know about your favorite things and who you would like to see again next year! Let them hear from you, click the link HERE: https://forms.gle/ykfbhzUD4PB2ptom9

06/17/2024

Looking for that picture-perfect hike? Then check out these FIVE hiking trails in Russell County, Virginia. 📸❤

Everyone is always looking for the perfect picture spot to share with all their friends & family or just to capture a fond memory.

06/17/2024

Come out and join us tomorrow 🎉 at The Weeping Willow Cafe & Tap House beginning at 6 PM for a time of networking community discussion and involvement with Opportunity SWVA.

This event will allow for our business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, or community members in Russell County to meet and connect with the resources that are available and discuss with other businesses in the county/region.

Grab that reservation HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/business-builders-social-tickets-907628179317?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl