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Top Ten Ways to have Fall Fun in Front Royal

11/12/2020

 
Late fall can be a bleak time of year. But for those who know what to look for, late fall has its own beauty. Among the mostly bare trees, you’ll still find a few that are holding on to their leaves. When the best of the fall foliage has passed, it’s a great time to look out for oaks and beeches. These two species typically hold onto their leaves for the longest. In fact brown leaves can remain on oak trees through the whole winter, until the new growth in spring replaces them.
 
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'LOVE in Front Royal' - Clinton Minnicks - Fall Photo Contest Entry
But as the season of fall slowly winds, down, there’s still time for some fun in the town of Front Royal. Located at the northern entrance to Skyline Drive, Front Royal has even more to offer than just its natural beauty. In the town itself, you’ll discover a wide range of fun activities, together with delicious local food and drink. It’s small-town living at its best. Here are our top ten ways to have fun in Front Royal. It’s a small town, but it can make your leaf-peeping day complete.

1. Throw an Axe!
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The brand new sport of axe throwing appeared in the U.S. in 2006. It’s growing fast, and it’s come to Front Royal. To spend an hour throwing axes, visit Shenandoah Valley Axe Throwing Co in the heart of Front Royal.
 
Axe throwing is a fun and unique way to let off some steam!
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SVAXECO Front Royal

​2. Become Part of a Pizza Tradition
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Melting Pot Pizza is a local favorite haunt. Visit once and you’ll know why. This Front Royal tradition has been serving up delicious East Coast thin-crust pizza since 1972. It’s a fun, family friendly environment. There are even gluten-free options, so all your friends and family can enjoy. With delicious pizza and a friendly vibe, it’s no surprise that this place has been around for almost forty years.

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Melting Pot - Photo Credit: Scott Turnmeyer Photography
 
3. Sip on a Latte
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If you’re looking to unwind with a book and a cup of something warm, look no further than Happy Creek Coffee and Tea. This cozy coffee shop has delicious beverages and plenty of character. In addition to hot drinks, they’re famous for their cold brew coffee on draft. If you’re there around breakfast time, you can enjoy a fun yogurt and oatmeal bar. Gluten free baked goods are available throughout the day.
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A whole latte love!
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Happy Creek Coffee & Tea, Front Royal
4. Feel the LOVE
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Outsize letters spelling out the word LOVE have been popping up all over the state of Virginia in recent years. In turbulent times, they’re here to remind us that our beautiful state is all about love. It’s become a statewide tradition to hunt down the LOVE signs.
 
If you’re on a LOVE sign hunt, you’ll want to stop by Front Royal. If you’re new to the idea, Front Royal is a great place to start. Front Royal’s LOVE letters were made right here in town at AG Laser Technology. Stop by the Front Royal Visitor Center and Main Street Gazebo area to check out Front Royal’s very own LOVE letters.
 
Don’t forget to snap a picture and share on social media using the hashtag #LoveVA.
 
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#LoveVA
5. Enjoy a Craft Beer
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Front Royal is a great destination for lovers of craft beer. The Front Royal Brewing Company offers award-winning craft beer brewed on site (as well as delicious food). The names of the different beers honor the local area.

Pavemint Taphouse is a conveniently located micro-brewery, housed in a creatively renovated gas station. Pavemint offers a wide range of craft beers. Drive by most days, and you’ll see the smoker outside with wood piled up next to it. Delicious meat is on the way for lucky diners.

Tap into history and the beer at the one and only Virginia Beer Museum!  With Virginia having over two hundred craft breweries, this unique stop allows you to experience Virginia beer while appreciating the history of its growth in our state! Don't miss it!
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Virginia Beer Museum
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Front Royal Brewing Company
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PaveMint Smokin' Taphouse

​6. Sample PB and J Ice Cream (or Another Flavor You’ve Never Tried Before!)
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C & C’s Frozen Treats is a fun ice cream shop with a retro vibe, located on Front Royal’s Main Street. The shop specializes in unique flavors of ice cream. Recent offerings have included “Rose” and “Kettle Korn.” You’ll also find flavors to suit more traditional tastes such as brownie batter, peach, or salted caramel. Sugar free and dairy free options mean there’s something for everyone! The menu changes weekly, so fall ​ tastes such as pumpkin pie will likely pop up. You shouldn’t count on a particular flavor, but you can count on being deliciously surprised.

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C & C Frozen Treats, Front Royal
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William Huck - Owner
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Every day something different!
7. Paint Your Own Pottery
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For a fun fall craft project with no clean-up, visit the Kiln Doctor to paint a piece of pottery in store. You can choose from a range of unpainted pottery pieces, including plates and mugs, or seasonal ornaments such as jack-o-lanterns and garden gnomes. Get to work and enjoy yourself. They’ll take care of the clean-up, and they’ll give your piece of art a professional finish.
 
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Seasonal crafts!
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Fun for the whole family!
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The Kiln Doctor, Front Royal
8. Ride the Trolley
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For a retro adventure, take a ride on the Front Royal Trolley. The fare is only fifty cents each way and kids 12 and under ride free, so this can be an inexpensive excursion for the whole family! Relax and enjoy the scenic town of Front Royal in a whole new way.

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Trolley, Main Street, Front Royal
​9. Discover a Classic or a New Favorite
 
Royal Oak Bookshop is the perfect place to hunt for a treasure in a used book. It’s the rambling used bookstore you’ve been looking for, complete with friendly cats!

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Royal Oak Bookshop, Royal Avenue
10. Go for a Riverside Walk
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The Shenandoah River runs right through Front Royal. Visit Eastham Park for a scenic stroll on an easy walking trail by the side of the river. The trail is lined with trees, so you can enjoy fall foliage here too.
 
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Eastham Park

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Front Royal, VA 22630

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