Make a day of it in Ridgeway
Things to Do in Ridgeway, VA
Discover Ridgeway, VA events—from NASCAR at Martinsville Speedway to intimate theater at BlackBox Theatre and family-friendly festivals. Secure your tickets with a local insider.
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Martinsville Speedway
NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series
Martinsville Speedway
NASCAR Cup Series
Martinsville Speedway
NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series
Martinsville Speedway
NASCAR Cup Series: Cook Out 400
Martinsville Speedway
NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series
Martinsville Speedway
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About Ridgeway Events
Ridgeway, Virginia sits in the heart of Henry County, offering a mix of high-octane motorsports, intimate live theatre, and vibrant community festivals. Home to Martinsville Speedway, Ridgeway is a hub for race fans and live entertainment alike. Nearby Uptown Martinsville features venues like BlackBox Theatre and the Rives-on-the-Road program, keeping performing arts accessible after local venue fires. Whether you’re chasing NASCAR thrills, catching a stage show, or joining a town festival, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket access.
Seasonal highlights include the Henry County Fair at Martinsville Speedway (Sept 24–27, 2025), the Ridgeway Bee Festival (May 3, 2025) with live music and beekeeping demos, and the Holiday Run Festival (Dec 6, 2025), a charity 5K/10K/15K through the speedway grounds. For family-friendly theatre, Time Warp Theatre performances take the stage at Movie Town Theatre in Martinsville in 2025. Use our site to secure seats quickly for these popular Ridgeway events.
Ridgeway is easy to reach from nearby cities in Virginia and beyond. Martinsville Speedway is the marquee live-entertainment venue, hosting NASCAR Cup Series and other marquee events. In addition to big races, the venue grounds become a calendar of community happenings and festival weekends, offering a wide range of ticket opportunities for fans and families alike. If you’re planning a trip to Ridgeway, check our listings for the latest show dates, availability, and secure ticket options with a straightforward buying process—like having a friend in the business.
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Ridgeway is located near Philpott Lake, which offers waterfront camping with electric hookups at COE Philpott Lake Goose Point Park. Ridgeway is within 15-20 miles of several developed campgrounds along Philpott Lake shoreline. Indian Heritage RV Park provides full hookup sites and cabin accommodations near Ridgeway. [1]
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