Events

Concerts, festivals, and seasonal celebrations in the mountains.

Upcoming Events

Last updated: October 12, 2026  ·  Source: Bryce Resort Weekly Newsletter

OCT
16

Beans & Bids Chili Cook-Off & Silent Auction

Friday, October 16  ·  11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  ·  Prince of Peace Event Hall, 319 Orkney Grade

Sample entries in a friendly chili cook-off and bid on silent auction items, with proceeds supporting the Mt. Jackson food bank.

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OCT
17

Chili & Cornbread Dinner and Fall Community Square Dance

Saturday, October 17  ·  5:30 p.m.  ·  Mount Hermon United Methodist Church, 3821 Orkney Grade Road

A hearty chili and cornbread supper followed by an old-fashioned community square dance.

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OCT
24

Trunk or Treat & Story Walk

Saturday, October 24  ·  6:00 – 7:30 p.m.  ·  Bryce Resort parking lot

Kids in costume can gather treats from decorated car trunks, with prizes awarded for the best-decorated vehicles.

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OCT
28

Mt. Jackson Garden Club Meeting

Wednesday, October 28  ·  12:00 p.m.  ·  St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 5890 Main Street, Mount Jackson

Guests are welcome at this monthly gathering, featuring a talk from a JMU Lifelong Learning speaker on propagating and dividing plants.

OCT
30

Frankenstein Slept Here Dinner Theatre

Friday, October 30  ·  Doors open 5:00 p.m.  ·  Shenandoah Center, Bryce Resort

The Bryce Players’ Halloween-eve dinner theatre comedy is sold out, with a costume contest and prizes in six categories. Email events@bryceresort.com to join the waitlist.

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OCT
31

Halloween Golf Tournament

Saturday, October 31  ·  11:30 a.m.  ·  Bryce Resort Golf Course

Tee it up on the mountain course in a spooky seasonal tournament on Halloween day.

NOV
7

17th Annual Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament

Saturday, November 7  ·  11:00 a.m.  ·  Bryce Resort Golf Course

A long-running charity tournament honoring veterans. Registration and sponsor forms are available online or at the pro shop.

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NOV
28

Reindeer Games Golf Tournament

Saturday, November 28  ·  11:00 a.m.  ·  Bryce Resort Golf Course

A festive late-season round of golf, with proceeds going to the Shenandoah County Animal Shelter.

Annual Events

Dinners on the Mountain at Bryce Resort
Summer – Fall

Dinners on the Mountain

Ride the chairlift with a glass of champagne, then settle in for a five-course dinner with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beloved outdoor dining series runs on select Thursday evenings each summer — reservations required.

Bryce Fest 4th of July celebration
Summer · July 4th Weekend

Bryce Fest

Bryce Resort’s 4th of July celebration brings the whole community together with activities, a craft fair, specialty eats, live music, a special menu at the Copper Kettle, and a fireworks finale lighting up the mountain sky.

Ullr Bonfire at Bryce Resort
Winter · Early December

Ullr Event

Ring in ski season by summoning Ullr, the Norse god of snow, with a bonfire and cookies. Santa visits from 4–6 p.m., the Copper Kettle serves a special Ullr buffet, and Carter’s Hütte opens for evening beverage service.

New Year's Eve at Bryce Resort
Winter · December 31

New Year’s Eve Party

Ring in the new year in style with a prix-fixe dinner, drinks and dancing, a mountain ball drop, and fireworks over the resort. One of the most festive nights of the year in Basye.

Pond Skimming Contest at Bryce Resort
Winter · End of Season

Pond Skimming Contest

Bryce Resort’s wildly popular end-of-season tradition: skiers and snowboarders race downhill and attempt to skim across a pool of icy water — in costume. One part competition, two parts pure chaos. Dates announced each season.

Ice Skating at Bryce Resort
Winter · Conditions Permitting

Ice Skating

When conditions are right, Bryce Resort opens its natural ice skating pond — a classic winter afternoon for families and couples alike. Skate rentals available. Check the resort website for current conditions before heading out.