08/07/2026
No weekend plans? Here's 17 ways to get some!
Start with seafood and live music on Friday, then take your pick Saturday: Coffee & Cars at the lake, a creative afternoon at the vineyard, live music, Motown, karaoke, or a night of dancing at the Pavilion. And if you aren’t quite ready for the weekend to end, Sunday has pool time and more music waiting for you!
Sometimes More of What Matters means simply getting out of the house, trying something different, and spending a little time with people you enjoy ☺️
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Here’s where you can make a memory this week:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
BlueSided live at The Backyard
The Backyard Brews & Bites, South Hill
BlueSided brings blues, southern rock, classic rock, country and more to The Backyard for a Friday night of live music.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Summer Seafood Lovers Friday Nights at Cooper's Landing
Cooper's Landing Inn & Traveler's Tavern, Clarksville
Kick off the weekend with a seafood platter for two, plus the full dinner menu, cocktails, beer and wine.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Buster Curtis Performs
Holly Grove - Honey Hole, Lake Gaston
Pull up by boat or land for live music, great food and cold drinks at the lake.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Brown Brothers at Buggs Island Brewing Company
Buggs Island Brewing Company LLC, Clarksville
Spend Friday night enjoying live music and fun at Buggs Island Brewing..................................................................
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee & Cars
Holly Grove - Honey Hole, Lake Gaston
Start Saturday morning with coffee, breakfast and a gathering of cars at the lake.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Botanicals Workshop at Woodbine Vineyards
Woodbine Vineyards, Buffalo Junction
Create a keepsake frame with pressed flowers, greenery and resin while enjoying a glass of wine. All supplies are included; reservations are required.
1:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Summer Saturdays: Charr’d + Live Music with Ann Meadows
Rosemont of Virginia Vineyards & Winery, La Crosse
Charr’d will be serving food throughout the afternoon and evening, with live music from Ann Meadows from 5:30–8:30 PM.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Chap & Michelle
Holly Grove - Honey Hole, Lake Gaston
Settle in for an afternoon of live music, food and cold drinks by the lake.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Live music from Chaz Knapp
Buggs Island Brewing Company LLC, Clarksville
Enjoy a Saturday night performance from local artist Chaz Knapp, with a cold beer and a lake view!
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Party at the Pavilion - The Switch
Party at the Pavilion, Chase City
The Switch takes the stage for an evening of live music, dancing, cold beer, mocktails and food trucks. Gates open at 6 PM, music starts at 7 PM and admission is $5.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Ari Pappalardo Performs
Holly Grove - Honey Hole, Lake Gaston
Keep the lake day going with live music into the evening.
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
The Brown Brothers at Kahill's Restaurant & Pub
Kahills Restaurant and Pub, South Hill
Enjoy a great meal at Kahill's and stay for an evening of live music with The Brown Brothers.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Masters of Soul
The Colonial Center for Performing Arts, South Hill
Experience Motown favorites brought to life with high-energy vocals, choreography and a live band. Tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for children 12 and younger.
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
KARAOKE NIGHT!
Lake Country Tavern, Clarksville
Grab the mic—or just enjoy the show—with karaoke and a featured cocktail special.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 9
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
SUNDAY SIP & SWIM!
Cooper's Landing Inn & Traveler's Tavern, Clarksville
Spend Sunday poolside with brunch, cocktails and adults-only relaxation. Advance reservations are required.
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Small Town Story Performs
Holly Grove - Honey Hole, Lake Gaston
Wind down the weekend with Sunday afternoon live music, food and cold drinks by the lake.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Chaz Knapp live at The Backyard
The Backyard Brews & Bites, South Hill
Bring the family, friends—or even the pets—and spend Sunday afternoon with Chaz Knapp as he loops and plays favorite tunes.
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MONDAY, AUGUST 10
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
$1 Wing Night
Lake Country Tavern, Clarksville
Ease into Monday with $1 dine-in wings, your favorite sauces, a cold draft and friends.
However you spend the weekend, we hope you find something that gets you out, brings you together, and gives you a little more of what matters.
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