Impressive group of talent booked for 2024 Great American Brass Band Festival

Danville’s 34th Great American Brass Band Festival is less than three months away and the musical lineup for 2024 includes several exciting additions.The following is a preview of the bands you can experience from Thursday, May 30-Saturday June 1 during the free, three-day festival.For more details about the festival, click here. No BS! Brass If you like funk, hip-hop, jazz and pop, this Richmond, Virginia-based band is one not to…

Celebrate locally with your Valentine using these great ideas

Valentine’s Day only comes around once a year, so make sure you have a plan in place to make it special for the one you love. You have plenty of options locally, whether you want to enjoy a night out on the town, a romantic dinner for two, a unique gift or even creating an experience together. This year, consider some of those local Valentine’s Day ideas: Dining Enjoy a…

African American Film Festival planned for February

The Boyle County Public Library in Danville is hosting an African American Film Festival each Saturday in February. The movies celebrate the achievement and recognize the struggles the African American Community has gone through in the history of the United States. The festival is hosted by the Danville-Boyle County African American Historical Society.Films in this series will include: All four movies begin at 3 p.m.Along with the film festival, the…

Tourism office launches new website

If you are reading this post, you are already on the Danville-Boyle County Tourism Office’s website, but you may not know that this is a brand new site that went live on Jan. 16, replacing the former website that was found at this same address.While the old website had plenty of information about things to see and do, lodging, places to eat and more, the new website expands on that…

Ring in the new year in Danville

As another year comes to a close and we move through the holiday season it’s time to make your New Year’s Eve plans. Spend the evening in Danville at one of our several locations hosting NYE parties. Surround yourself with friends, family, live music, good food, and festive cocktails in Danville this New Year’s Eve. Here is a list of local bars and restaurants offering specials, live music and more:…

Find a place to dine in Danville on Christmas day

If you are in Danville while traveling or visiting on Christmas day – or even if you live here – and you need a place to eat, there are restaurants in town that will be open and ready to serve, including: Asuka Steakhouse and Sushi One of Danville’s newer eateries, Asuka is known for their large sushi bar and entertaining Hibachi chef. You’ll find a large menu here with many…

Find your last minute Christmas gifts in Danville

The days are dwindling until Christmas but there is still time to get last-minute gifts for your loved ones. Don’t worry that time is ticking because you can find the perfect gift in Danville just in time for the holidays. Here are some local ideas that will help you save time and find just what you are looking for. For the coffee lover Give a hot cup of Christmas cheer…

Take a break from your Christmas break in Danville

Do you have friends or family visiting for the holidays and don’t want to stay cooped up at home? Spend time exploring Danville and make memories together. Take a lap around the skating rink, try to bowl a strike, discover history in miniature form, learn about a famous surgery, or spend time creating art together during Christmas break.   Art Center for the Bluegrass Closed December 24th, 25th, and 26th…

Pioneer Playhouse announces lineup for 75th season

Danville’s legendary Pioneer Playhouse celebrates its 75th season of theatre under the stars in 2024 and the shows (and live music) have already been announced. Three plays and a giant Elvis extravaganza will be performed from June 7-Aug. 17 and tickets are on sale now. Patron/super passes are discounted and make a great Christmas gift. Call the box office at 859-236-2747 (Monday-Friday, 9-1 p.m.) or go online to pioneerplayhouse.com for…

Shop local in Danville this holiday season

Small Business Saturday, observed on the Saturday following Thanksgiving, serves as a reminder to prioritize local businesses during the holiday season. Initiated by American Express in 2010, this day has grown into a nationwide movement, encouraging consumers to shop small and support their communities.   Explore Danville’s Small Businesses: Quaint boutiques: Danville is dotted with charming boutiques offering unique clothing, accessories, home décor, and more. These locally owned shops provide…