Good morning, Lynchburg.

The Bright Nights block party will return downtown on November 23 from 4—8 p.m. with live music, carolers, food trucks, Christmas vendors, and a 6 p.m. countdown to light the tree in the Craddock Terry Hotel parking lot, along with new decor like a color-changing peacock and star beam arches.

Lynchburg charity Daily Bread received a $50,000 donation — funds that will boost its hunger-fighting programs — to help provide meals for those in need.

Virginia State Police escorted a memorial procession honoring a VADOC officer killed in the line of duty on November 20—officials said the escort recognized his service with respect.

Jonathan and Becky Parker from Hurt are producing a documentary—celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Little House on the Prairie TV show, which will highlight this milestone in television history.

Bedford County has received a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to begin renovations on the historic former Montvale School building—county officials say the work will restore the property for future community use.

Linkhorne Middle School was on a temporary hold Thursday morning after a staff member needed medical attention—officials said the hold was lifted later that morning after the principal assessed the situation.

Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Lynchburg’s new mental health crisis center on November 20th, where local leaders and health providers joined the event.

The center aims to offer immediate help to those in crisis — a key step in improving local support services.

Lynchburg Turkey Trot

8-10 a.m. — E.C. Glass High School — Registration opens August 4, 2025 — Gather your flock for a fun-filled turkey trot experience in-person or virtually.

The Blind Boys of Alabama: A Joyful Christmas Celebration

4-6 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $67 — Celebrate the festive season with the Grammy-winning sounds of The Blind Boys of Alabama in a joyous Christmas performance.

A Christmas Carol

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Check local listings — Experience an original adaptation of the beloved holiday classic with your favorite characters.

Reindeer Run 2 Miler

9 A.M. — Hydaway Outdoor Center — Cost varies — Dash through picturesque trails with festive cheer, cookies, and support for a great cause.

DEKA Strong Fitness Challenge

Event — Time Range — Jamerson Family YMCA — Cost Info — Test your strength and endurance without the run in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Dailey & Vincent: Candy Canes and Coal

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $24 – $55 — Experience a festive night filled with holiday classics and heartfelt music from Grammy-winning duo Dailey & Vincent.

Morgan Wade Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39 – $87 — Experience powerful storytelling through Morgan Wade's music reflecting her journey of self-discovery and resilience.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — $ — Experience a candlelit string performance of beloved Christmas carols in a festive atmosphere.