Enjoy some great food while attending a virtual event by ordering from local restaurants that are offering takeout & delivery service!
We are thinking of our neighbors in SWVA and are grateful for the first responders and organizations that are providing assistance. Virginia's Blue Ridge region (Cities of Roanoke & Salem and Counties of Botetourt, Franklin, & Roanoke) was fortunate to sustain minimal damage from the storm and our local businesses are open and ready to welcome visitors. Learn More
You don’t have to visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge to enjoy a shopping spree in Virginia’s Blue Ridge!
Many local shops, boutiques, and retailers feature digital collections and online stores, offering you the option to shop from home and have items available for curbside pickup or delivered directly to your door.
It’s also a great way to show your support for local businesses in Virginia’s Blue Ridge, even when you’re unable to do so in person. Purchasing a gift card to be used at a later date is another great way to support a local business.
Here is a list of local businesses in Virginia’s Blue Ridge offering online shopping service.
Various local screen press and printing companies have created special campaigns where you can purchase t-shirts featuring local businesses and a portion of the proceeds will go toward those businesses.
NOTE - Many local craft beverage businesses, including breweries, wineries, & craft spirits producers, are offering some form of curbside pickup or delivery service. Learn more >
Visit our Shopping section to learn more about local retail businesses in Virginia's Blue Ridge.
Enjoy some great food while attending a virtual event by ordering from local restaurants that are offering takeout & delivery service!
Many local museums & attractions in Virginia's Blue Ridge are providing the opportunity to enjoy activities and exhibits in a virtual format.
Complete the VBR Support Local Bingo card and take advantage of some fun ways you can show your support for local businesses in Virginia's Blue Ridge.
For our local businesses and organizations that are partners with Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, we've created a special page in our Partnership section with additional resources and organizations to connect you with that can provide assistance during this time.
Tourism Impact Survey: Let Visit VBR Know How Your Business Has Been Impacted by COVID-19 >
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