Radford Highlanders Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary

The Highlanders Festival takes place at Radford University and is a change to celebrate Scots-Irish Heritage.

If you’re still in need of weekend plans, don’t worry because we’re working for you to find out what’s happening ‘round town.

RADFORD, Va. A fall staple will not be happening this year in the New River Valley. The 24th Radford Highlanders Festival will not be happening, according to Radfords director of tourism, Deborah Cooney. The festival scheduled for Oct. 10, would typically attract about 10,000 people, according to Radford University. This years festival was canceled, out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of the campus, community, festival participants and visitors to the City of Radford and region, according to Cooney. The festival is a partnership between the city of Radford and Radford University.

Here are some of the events happening Round Town this weekend. Radford Highlanders Festival, Radford UniversityThe Radford Highlanders Festival comes to Radford University. Enjoy sheep herding, heavyweight games, food, music and more, celebrating the regions' Scottish-Irish heritage. It Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home TourGet some home decor ideas at the Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour. There are vendors, costumes, music, food, demonstrations and more.