Shenandoah County Chamber of Commerce upcoming events

Fall Sale at Natural Art Garden Center (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Trunk or Treat at SHEN-PACO (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

County Library Halloween Party (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Halloween Party 2026

Join the County Library for another spooktacular Halloween celebration! We invite patrons of all ages to don their finest, spookiest, or silliest costumes and join us for a storywalk, spooky story read-alouds, sweet treats, and lots of library fun!

Thursday, October 29th, 6-7:30pm

Ribbon Cutting for Superior Paving Corp. (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us to celebrate Superior Paving's 50th Anniversary plus their new location in Strasburg!

Following the ribbon cutting there will be facility tours and refreshments.

Trunk or Treat at Shenandoah County Social Services (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:30:00 GMT

The Family Promise Gala 10th Anniversary Celebration (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

10th Anniversary Celebration

October 30th

6-9pm

The Yellow Barn

Get tickets here

More information on our website Shenandoah County Family Promise

Community Wellness Fair and Family FUNFEST (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Thank you to our Event Sponsors

ShenCoCares

Shenandoah County Chamber Aging In Place Council

Shenandoah County Public Schools

Shenandoah County TRIAD

Valley Health/ Shenandoah Memorial Hospital

GOLD SPONSORS

Anytime Fitness Woodstock

Dermatology Associates

Mount Jackson Dental Care

SILVER SPONSORS

Blue Ridge Care/ Blue Ridge Hospice

Dominion Energy

Strasburg Police Dept.

Health & Wellness Checks & Testings

Blood Pressure Checks - SMH
Vision and Hearing Testing - Edinburg & Woodstock Lions Club
AED Demonstrations – SMH Nursing Education
Pulse Oximetry – SMH Cardiopulmonary
Body Composition – VH Wellness Services

Education Displays & Hands-On Activities

Cholesterol and Diabetes Awareness- SMH Family & Internal Medicine
Diabetes Prevention Program (Nutrition Advice) - VH Wellness Services
Diabetes Management - SMH Diabetes Management
Stroke and Heart Attack Awareness - VH Chest Pain Accreditation
Transillumination for Venipuncture (Vein Finder) - SMH Labatory Services
MyChart – SMH Nursing
Medication Lists – SMH Nursing
Coping skills and services for children and adults – SMH Behavioral Health Services
Sex Trafficking Awareness - SMH Cardiopulmonary
Breast Cancer Awareness - SMH Medical Imaging
Poison Prevention Education - SMH Pharmacy

So much for the children to do

Petting Zoo hosted by Central High School FFA (outside the Ag shop)
Trick or Treating with 70+ organizations
Bike Rodeo & Helmet Giveaway (Brain Injury Connections is giving away over 100 helmets and watching kids practice their bike skills at our bike rodeo! The first 50 kids to get a helmet will receive a free cupcake voucher from A Rad Cookie Bake Shop)
250th Anniversary Cupcakes for the 1st 250 attendees (Baked by The Warren & The Maynard)

Enjoy Live Music at the Community Wellness Fair!

The Community Wellness Fair will feature an exciting lineup of musical performances showcasing the talents of Shenandoah County Public Schools students and community musicians! Performances will take place every 30 minutes in the Old Gym at Central High School, beginning at 10 a.m.

Take a break from exploring the Wellness Fair and enjoy a performance - or stay for several! We hope you’ll join us in celebrating the wonderful musical talents in our schools and community.

Performance Schedule:

10 a.m. — Peter Muhlenberg Middle School 8th Grade Concert Band
10:30 a.m. — ShenCo Ukulele Circle
11 a.m. — W.W. Robinson Elementary School 5th Grade Orff Ensemble
11:30 a.m. — Central High School Solos, Duets & Small Choral Groups
12 p.m. — Strasburg High School String Quartet Consort
12:30 p.m. — Central High School Concert Choir
1 p.m. — Central High School Orchestra

Concession Stand

Hosted by Central High School Music Boosters
Serving pizza & hot dog meal deals, Sugar Creek Ice Cream

Participating Organizations

Access Independence

American Red Cross of the Greater Shenandoah Valley

Anytime Fitness Woodstock

Blue Ridge Care/Blue Ridge Hospice

Blue Ridge Habitat for Humanity

Brain Injury Connections of the Shenandoah Valley

Bureau of Insurance, State Corporation Commission

Cambridge Landing Memory Care

CarePortal

Cars Changing Lives

DARS

Dermatology Associates

Dominion Energy

Family Promise of Shenandoah County

Girls on the Run Shenandoah Valley

Hamburg Ruritan Club

Humane Society of Shenandoah County

James River Hospice

Juice Plus

LEAP (Literacy Excellence & Achievement Partnership)

Lions Club

Lord Fairfax Health District

Mount Jackson Dental Care

Mt. Calvary Early Learning Center

Northwestern Community Services Board (NWCSB)

Pflag Woodstock

Seniors First

Seven Bends State Park

Shenandoah Community Health Clinic

ShenCoCares

Shenandoah County Fire & Rescue

Shenandoah County Landfill

Shenandoah County Library

Shenandoah County Parks & Recreation

Shenandoah County Pregnancy Center

Shenandoah County Public Schools

Shenandoah County Social Services

Shenandoah County TRIAD

Shenandoah Education Foundation

Shenandoah Memorial Hospital/ Valley Health

Shenandoah Valley Local Ministries

ShenGO

Shen-Paco Industries

Strasburg Police Dept.

The Kirkland Image

The Warren, an Inspirit Senior Living

Tolley Dental of Woodstock

Virginia Dept of Health/WIC

Wheels for Wellness

Woodstock Library will be at Halloween on the Court (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Chamber Going to Ireland in March 2027 (2 Nov 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

JOIN US FOR ANOTHER TRIP OF A LIFETIME

Depart for Ireland on March 11, 2027

Click Here to Download Details/Reservation Form

*A $400 deposit to reserve your spot and receive the $100 savings is due by Sept. 30, 2026. Reservations are welcome through November, or until the trip is full.

Adverse Childhood Experiences Training (2 Nov 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Baby Song & Rhyme (2 Nov 2026)

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Election Day Dinner at Woodstock United Methodist (3 Nov 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Jillian's Farmstead Kitchen Ribbon Cutting (4 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Jillian's is expanding - Come see what's new at the Farmstead Kitchen!

Connect Over Coffee (6 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Come Connect over Coffee! We invite all businesses to come for a collaborative working session! In this session, we will discuss:

One thing you want to accomplish before December 31
One marketing opportunity you haven't taken advantage of
One thing you need to stop doing
One business connection you want to make

We will end with a 10-minute networking/referral round:
“Who is one person you need to meet before the end of the year?”

Woodstock Library hosts Dr. William Porter, Military Historian (6 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Shenandoah Education Foundation Golf Tournament (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

2nd Annual Car Show by Auto Care Clinic (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Shenandoah Songs and Stories (7 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library reads A Turkey for Thanksgiving (9 Nov 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Business After Hours at Triplett Tech (10 Nov 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Chess Club (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Nonprofit Council November meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Location: Chamber Office

12:00 PM

Agenda:

Welcome and Introductions

Presentation: CarePortal

Presenter: Beth DeLullo, Executive Director, Shenandoah County Dept of Social Services

#GivingTuesday

Share news and events

Ingrid Thompson, Nonprofit Council Chair

Honey Tasting at Shenandoah Bee Supply (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Shenandoah Uncorked (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Woodstock Library Lego Creators and Builders (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Atypical Book Club at the Woodstock Library (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The Nourished Table- Hosted by Dr. Emily Chan (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

2026 Women's Leadership Symposium (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Empty Bowl Soup Supper (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at Theatre Shenandoah (20 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Family Promise Turkey Trot (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

More information on our website Shenandoah County Family Promise

Triplett Tech Career Fair (23 Nov 2026)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Giving Tree at Shenandoah County Social Services (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Star In the Valley Christmas Market (28 Nov 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Star in the Valley’s Eighth Annual Christmas Market returns for 2026 on Small Business Saturday, November 28, 2026. Kick off the holiday season with festive cheer, cozy winterdrinks, live entertainment, and a curated lineup of upscale vendors offering unique gifts from small businesses.

The market begins at 11 AM and runs until 4 PM, featuring over two dozen local and regional vendors with handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind holiday finds. Throughout the day, the winery will be serving seasonal favorites like mulled wine, along with a special “Christmas in Europe” drink tour - a festive tasting experience inspired by traditional holiday beverages from European Christmas markets.

After the market concludes, the celebration continues at the winery until 8 PM, with wine, warm drinks, music, and a relaxed holiday atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends and family.

No tickets or reservations are required - just come ready to enjoy the season.

Interested in being a vendor? Please submit your contact information at: starinthevalley.com/christmasmarket

Star in the Valley is located at 33 Amos Lane, Strasburg, Virginia. To learn more about Star in the Valley, visit us online at starinthevalley.com

#GivingTuesday Nonprofit Registration (1 Dec 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 12:00:00 GMT

DEC 1, 2026

Be a part of the Matching Grant opportunity provided by the Shenandoah Community Foundation and local businesses!

#GivingTuesday is a global movement that celebrates generosity and encourages people to support the causes they care about.

From helping a neighbor to donating to a nonprofit, every act of giving makes a difference. We're proud to partner with local nonprofits to inspire community support and shine a spotlight on the organizations making an impact across Shenandoah County.

The last day to register is Nov 2, 2026.

Your #GT financial report will be due Dec 4, 2026.

At our November 12, 2026 nonprofit meeting, we’ll share details and resources to help you have a successful #GivingTuesday Campaign!

Our goal is to help connect donors with causes they care about most and ensure their gifts make the greatest impact.

James River Home Health & Hospice Winchester Open House (3 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Light Up Woodstock Christmas Parade (4 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Parade Details

Friday, Dec 4, 2026

Parade Time

Parade Line Up begins at 5:00pm

Parade begins at 6:30pm

Parade Location

Main Street in Woodstock beginning at Kingree Drive and ends at Spring Street

No on-street parking on Main Street/Route 11 beginning at 3:30 pm. Cars may be towed if not moved by 4 pm.
No traffic on Main Street/Route 11 after 6 pm until the parade ends.

2026 Woodstock Parade Rules and Code of Conduct

2026 Woodstock Parade Accident Waiver and Release

2026 Line-Up

All parade entrants must enter the County Government parking lot (off of Water Street) to stage in that lot facing the bus garage. Line up begins at 5pm. NO LINE-UP PERMITTED ON WATER STREET
Parade entrants will be directed from the Government Center lot to Kingree Drive.
There will be no parade parking or set up in the Woodstock Shopping Center parking lot
Only up to 2 units per participating organization/business are permitted. (Additional units are no longer allowed due to time limitations)
Only one (1) 18-wheeler per org/business will be permitted and it must be fully decorated (running lights do not count as decorated)
Parade participants are required to register and you will receive an email confirmation about your participation in the parade.
Parade order is on a first come, first march basis. End of parade will be at Spring St.

Entertainment Schedule

5:30 pm - Children's Choirs on Circuit Court House stairs
6:30 pm - Parade Begins*
6:45 pm - Tree Lighting with Mayor McCleary and
special guest.

Shop local this holiday season!

2026 Strasburg Christmas Parade (5 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 21:30:00 GMT

2026 Christmas Parade Procedures

1. Line-up begins at 3:30PM and ends at 4:15PM

2. Parade begins at 4:30PM on the corner of Capon/King Streets

3. Please enter onto Ash Street to continue to your designated stage

4. Volunteers will be wearing purple Santa hats and reflective vests

5. All entries must be decorated with a holiday theme

6. State law prohibits anything being thrown from any parade entry (Promotional materials, candy, flyers, etc. must only be handed out)

7. Participants are responsible for their own litter and animal droppings.

8. Open fires or flames are not permitted by order of the Fire Marshal.

9. Exhibitions of speed, reckless driving, ‘wheelies’, etc. are prohibited

10. Please refrain from including a Santa in your entry

11. Entries are required to display the business or organization name

12. An adult must be present with children on floats or walking units.

13. Units are required to continue moving and maintain the flow of the parade

14. All parade entries must remain in parade route until the intersection of King/Massanutten

15. Alcohol and smoking are prohibited on any parade entry.

16. The parade is a family-friendly event for all ages. All costumes, outfits, behavior, attitude, language, and dance moves must be appropriate for a young audience.

17. This event is rain or shine! If interstate traffic is forced to interfere with the parade route, then the parade route will be shifted to Queen Street. Line-up will remain the same.

18. Consideration for participation in future Christmas parades will be based on your compliance with parade procedures.

Questions?

Please contact Strasburg Business Alliance Parade Chairman, Marty White, at strasburgchristmasparade@gmail.com

Nonprofit Council December meeting at BAH (8 Dec 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

Location: Cave Ridge Vineyard

1476 Conicville Rd, Mt. Jackson

5:00 - 6:30pm

#GivingTuesday checks presented during the Business After Hours

Ingrid Thompson, Nonprofit Council Chair

Business After Hours at Cave Ridge Vineyard (8 Dec 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

✨ Celebrate the Season with Us! ✨

The Chamber’s Nonprofit Council is excited to host our December Business After Hours!

Join fellow business and community leaders for an evening of networking, holiday entertainment, and festive cheer as we celebrate the spirit of giving across Shenandoah County. You'll also help us recognize the organizations making a lasting impact in ShenCo, including the presentation of #GivingTuesday matching-check donations by the Shenandoah Community Foundation.

Make valuable connections, support our local nonprofit community, and enjoy a memorable holiday gathering.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Young Entrepreneurs of ShenCo Holiday Pop-Up Market (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

College & Career Scholarship Fair (10 Feb 2027)

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 22:00:00 GMT