This small Virginia town attracts mountain music enthusiasts from around the world.

TheOld Fiddlers Conventionhas been held in Galax every August since 1935.

Heres what to do when youre ready for Galax.

Galax Fiddle Player

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The six-day music event attracts upwards of 60,000 mountain music enthusiasts from around the world.

Stop in for handmade bluegrass instruments, music books, t-shirts, and even drums and amps.

For eats, theyve got pizzas, tacos, salads, and burgersessentially pub fare.

Galax Old Fiddlers' Convention

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The signature banana pudding is worth talking about too.

Youll feel worlds away as you take in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Another primo pick isThe Doctors Inn, a historic six-room bed and breakfast.

Creek Bottom Brewing Company

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New River Trail Cabins Galax, Virginia

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