Ashland Fourth Fridays in historic downtown Ashland, Virginia
All aboard for an unforgettable evening in the Center of the Universe! 🌍 From toe-tapping tunes and local eats to creative treats and mystery guest sightings, Ashland Fourth Fridays on July 25 from 5–8 PM at Ashland Town Hall Lawn is the perfect summer celebration for all ages. Here’s your guide to the night’s highlights—you’ll want to save this one for your pre-party planning! 🗓🎈
Hanover’s Got Talent winner Hannah Armpriester.
🎸 Let the Music Play
Kick things off at 5 PM sharp with a high-energy showcase from the talented students of Ashland Dance Academy. Tap, jazz, ballet—they’ll be bringing the moves and the sparkle to the Ashland Town Hall Pavilion stage. 💃
Then settle in for an instrumental jam session like no other, as The Blue Guitar performs from 5:15–8 PM with dynamic covers of your favorite pop, R&B, rock, and jazz hits. It’s the kind of summer soundtrack you’ll want to hum all the way home.
Stick around for a grand finale performance by Hanover’s Got Talent soaring singing winner Hannah Armpriester. 🎶🌅
🚚 Savor the Flavor
Ashland’s farm-to-fork restaurants stay packed on Fourth Fridays—and for good reason! If you’re looking for a delicious detour, stop by our visiting food trucks offering everything from crepes to Filipino cuisine and dreamy ice cream delights. 🍨🍴 Come hungry and leave with a happy heart (and a full belly).
And don’t forget to raise a glass to style—Shaken Not Spurred will be serving up marvelous mocktails and retro flair from their converted horse trailer beverage truck. ✨ It’s a sip-and-stroll experience like no other! 🍹🐎
🎨 Local Treasures & Artistic Pleasures
This is your moment to shop small and shine bright! ✨ Browse handcrafted jewelry, original artwork, woodwork, fresh flower bouquets 💐, and all the handmade magic Ashland has to offer. You'll find treasures you won't be able to resist—and won’t be able to find anywhere else.
While you shop, cool off with a complimentary water bottle from Cornerstone Church, who will be spreading kindness and hydration across the lawn. Stop by Downtown Ashland Association’s Cool Zone and mist off July heat.💧💛
🎭 Get a Little Spooky…
For those craving a little mystery, RED VEIN Escape is offering immersive escape room games just steps away from the main lawn. 🔍 Their haunted halls are also the jumping-off point for the Ashland Haunted History Tours, where you can take a spine-tingling stroll through the town’s past. 👻 It’s thrills, chills, and clues—if you dare.
📸 Star Sighting Alert!
Who’s that posing for selfies on Thompson Street? 👀 You’ll have to come see for yourself! Our mystery celebrity guest will be on hand at 110 Thompson Street for photo ops and fan fun. Strike a pose—it might just be your most iconic Fourth Friday moment yet! 🌟📷
Rantrak outside of Tiny Tim’s Trains & Toys at Ashland Fourth Fridays
🚂 Tiny Trains & Painted Ponies
Stop by Tiny Tim’s Trains and Toys for a double dose of delight! Outside, the incredible team from Rantrak will be running their magical model train display—a miniature world that’s sure to wow railroad lovers of all ages. Inside, young creatives can paint their own Breyer Horse model, a neigh-borhood favorite that’s sure to spark imagination. 🐴🎨
🌳 Make It a Picnic Party
Bring a blanket, round up your crew, and spend the evening surrounded by music, movement, and community. Whether you're enjoying live performances, shopping for local gems, or just lounging in the summer sun, Ashland Fourth Fridays is the place to be. 🧺🌞
See you on the lawn, July 25 from 5–8 PM!
You never know what you'll discover—but we do know it’ll be marvelous, musical, and Center of the Universe-level magical. 💫