Galax, Virginia is a small town at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, rich in history, tradition, incredible natural beauty and spectacular recreation. A visit to Galax, Virginia inludes shopping in the quaint downtown, enjoying the Old Time Bluegrass Music festivals, tubing down New River or hiking the New River Trail. You can learn about the history of the music in the region at the Blue Ridge Music Center, rent a kayak at the New River Outdoor Adventures, listen to the live music at the historic Rex Theater or learn some lost skills at the Matthews Living History Farm Museum.
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