Making the most of summer’s fleeting sweetness reaches new heights in a mountaintop setting. From the Blue Ridge to the Alleghenies, sun-soaked adventures unfold among soaring trees and peaks. Discover what Virginia’s ridges offer at mountain venues this summer.
Chairlift Sunset Sessions, Roseland
July 12 & Aug. 16
Take in sunset views of misty blue mountains as you descend Wintergreen Resort’s chair lift to Checkerberry Cabin, where campfires, local music, and s’mores await. WintergreenResort.com
Dinner on the Mountain, Basye
July 17 & Aug. 14
Glide up Bryce Resort’s ski mountain on a scenic chairlift, champagne in hand, then enjoy a five-course dinner at the summit. BryceResort.com
Rock the Ridge, Massanutten
Aug. 2
Rock ‘n’ roll reverberates through Massanutten at this annual event with three bands and a beer and wine garden, presented by Green Valley Book Fair. MassResort.com
2025 Dirty Dancing Days Summer Festival, Pembroke
Aug. 16
Relive the iconic ’80s film at Mountain Lake Lodge—Kellerman’s in Dirty Dancing—with dancing, themed activities, drinks, and music. MtnLakeLodge.com
Featured photo courtesy of Massanutten Resort. This article originally appeared in the August 2025 issue.
