We’ve already seen our fair share of winter weather here in Central Virginia this year, so it’s about time we put together a list of all the possible indoor activities to enjoy in Downtown Lynchburg during the colder months. Looking for a warm evening out while you enjoy a bottle of wine and some 90’s trivia (@whitehartcafelyh)? How about a couple of cold ones while you refresh your Donkey Kong or Ms. Pac-Man skills (@championlynchburg)? Whether it’s dancing with your friends at Salsa Night (@lynchburgsalsa), or enjoying the Masters of Illusion® (@attheacademy) put on an unbelievable magic show, we’ve covered all the bases to help you get out of the cold and get into the fun happening in your city! Remember to adhere to CDC guidelines and business policies to keep you and others safe.
REGULARLY OCCURRING ACTIVITIES
Whether it’s weekly or happening once a month, below you’ll find regularly occurring activities like live music, trivia, or bingo nights held at various locations all over Downtown Lynchburg. Grab your friends and plan an exciting night to enjoy local musicians, test your Parks & Recreation® trivia, or channel your inner diva at a drag show. Click the business names and follow their social accounts to be the first to know when their next event will be held.
Starr Hill on Main
📍 1300 Main Street
Test you knowledge at Trivia Thursday, enjoy local bands preforming live, or take on a new hobby at Bend N Brew — an hour long yoga session paired with some delicious beer.
3 Roads Brewing
📍 1300 Commerce Street
Dance the night away at Salsa Night, grab a group of friends for Trivia Night, win big during Bingo Night, or enjoy a local brew while listening to live music. 3 Roads has your week nights covered.
The White Hart Cafe
📍 1208 MAIN Street
Want to challenge your trivia skills more than once a week? Add Tuesday Trivia at The White Hart to your list! Then come back for some lovely live music or a weekend Pop-Up Makers Shop.
Greenhaus
📍 1124 Church Street
This one goes out to the local college students looking for a fun night out. Thursdays are College Nights at Greenhaus. For everyone else — you’ll occasionally hear of a comedy night, trivia night, or spelling competition.
Mission House Coffee
📍 1300 Commerce Street
You’ll start to see a trend here — Salsa Nights, Trivia, Bingo, and Live Music. Mission House Coffee covers all the bases. Did you know that you can rent out their event space for larger gatherings of your own?
Dish
📍 1120 Main Street
Let’s spice it up a bit. Dish is home to some of Downtown Lynchburg’s most well-known Drag Shows. But when they’re not dragging and brunching, they’ll be hosting local musicians or Moonlight Bingo.
AT YOUR OWN LEISURE
Looking for some fun to work into your flexible schedule? This is where the retro arcade games, self-guided tours, and indoor recreation come into the picture. Take a dive into our city’s history at the Lynchburg Museum, admire local art through the hallways of Riverviews Artspace, or challenge a friend to a game of shuffleboard while you grab a bite to eat. The possibilities are endless, so share this with a friend and add these activities to your Lynchburg bucket list.
Bailey Spencer Hardware
📍 1216 Main Street
Once you feel like you’ve stocked up on enough salt and snow shovels for your sidewalks and driveways, take a break to enjoy Bailey Spencer’s free arcade game. You might even get a visit from some furry friends!
Add Logo
📍 1021 Main Street
Sometimes you need a day to focus and get work done, or a month to commit to a project in an office of your own — Add Logo has a variety of workspace opportunities for you. There’s no experiencing a creative block in this one-of-a-kind space.
Lynchburg Museum
📍 901 Court Street
Take a self-guided tour through the halls of the Lynchburg Museum. Brush up on your history with this family-friendly winter activity. Current exhibits include We the Women, Circuses, Fairs & Sideshows in Lynchburg, and Seven Hills of History.
Rise Up Climbing
📍 1225 Church Street
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a new climber - the Rise Up crew will get you climbing quickly! Spend a day testing the waters or dive right in and sign up for a membership.
The Water Dog
📍 1016 Jefferson Street
Once you’ve finally chosen a beer from their impressive selection, challenge a friend to a game of Table Shuffleboard. We aren’t exactly sure of the rules either — so brush up on them here and reference when needed.
Rolled Cold Creamery
📍 819 Main Street
There may be freezing temps coming our way, but you know it’s never too cold for some delicious rolled ice cream. Grab one of their in-house board games and stay awhile at this perfect post-dinner date spot.
Riverviews Artspace
📍 901 Jefferson Street
From monthly First Fridays exhibits to their Lynchburg Underground Movie Club showings, you’ll have a great time exploring all of Riverviews’ offerings. Looking for something a little more laid-back? Admire their galleries on your own from 12-5pm (Wed-Sun).
Amazement Square
📍 27 Ninth Street
We tell people all the time. Amazement Square is one of Downtown Lynchburg’s most unique and impressive assets. Take your little ones on a tour (disclaimer: they won’t want to leave) or attend one of their exciting monthly events.
Champion Brewing Company
📍 1021 Main Street
Downtown Lynchburg’s newest brewery made a big splash onto Main Street this past fall. Grab a brew and head to the back where you’ll find an assortment of retro arcade games, darts, and a ring toss to keep you engaged all evening.
UPCOMING EVENTS + CLASSES
Every year, there’s a variety of events in Downtown Lynchburg for the whole family to enjoy. Events that are sure to keep you coming back for more. In the upcoming months, these are the Downtown locations that are ready to entertain, equip, and educate. See a full list of Downtown Lynchburg happenings here.
Vector Space
📍 402 Fifth Street
This expansive makerspace on Fifth Street is a wonderland of creativity. Take your pick of upcoming classes like
Blacksmithing, Intro to Welding, Intro to Sewing, or FreeCAD Introduction. Then stop by during First Fridays for a fun family-friendly activity.
RiverView Vinyl
📍 1300 Commerce Street
Every downtown is equipped with a great vinyl shop — stocked with an impressive vintage music selection. RiverView Vinyl has found themselves dipping into the live music scene with upcoming shows from Oceanic, Take Lead, and Rachel Honza.
Commerce Street Theater
📍 1022 Commerce Street
Immersive yourself into various Commerce Street Theater performances inside their intimate auditorium. Upcoming shows include The Odd Couple and Godspell. Plus, enjoy local art from Findings Art Gallery before the show!
Academy Center of the Arts
📍 600 main Street
Here’s the Academy’s February lineup: Seussical The Musical, Beatles Rewind, A Tribute to Josephine Baker, Masters of Illusion®, Drum Tao, and more! Not ready to commit? Check out their art exhibits, classes, and First Fridays events.
Whew! Did we miss anything?? There is clearly a great amount of things to be done in Downtown Lynchburg during these upcoming cold months. Take a quick look at last year’s How to do Winter Dining Right in Downtown Lynchburg blog to weave in a stop at a delicious Downtown restaurant into your perfect winter outing.
