Welcome Home to Galax, Virginia:
Where Community and Mountains Meet
Nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, Galax, Virginia, offers more than just a place to live—it provides a rich, vibrant lifestyle rooted in music, nature, and small-town charm. Whether you’re drawn by the legendary Old Fiddler’s Convention, the miles of pristine trails, or the close-knit community atmosphere, Galax and the surrounding Twin Counties of Carroll and Grayson offer an unparalleled living experience.
Discover your new hometown and see why so many people choose to call this scenic corner of Virginia home.
Community and Area Information
Get to know the area with these essential resources:
- Carroll County, Virginia – www.carrollcountyva.org
- Galax Gazette (Local News) – www.galaxgazette.com
- Galax, Virginia (City Information) – www.visitgalax.com
- Grayson County, Virginia – www.graysoncountyva.gov
- Twin County Chamber (Business & Economic) – www.twincountychamber.com
- Galax Downtown Association – www.visitgalax.com/venue/downtown-galax/
- Galax Virginia Weather – www.weather.com/weather/tenday/l/Galax+VA+24333:4:US
Arts, Culture, and Recreation: Explore the Twin Counties
From world-class music to stunning natural beauty, there’s always something to do:
Music & Culture
- Blue Ridge Music Center – https://www.blueridgemusiccenter.org/
- Galax Old Fiddlers Convention – https://visitgalax.com/experience-the-magic-of-the-galax-old-fiddlers-convention/
- “The Crooked Road” (Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail) – https://thecrookedroadva.com/
Outdoors & Recreation
- Blue Ridge Parkway – www.blueridgeparkway.org/
- New River Trail State Park – www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/new-river-trail
- Grayson Highlands State Park – www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/grayson-highlands
- Galax Recreation Dept. – www.galaxparks-rec.com/
- Tourism – www.visitgalax.com
Education: Investing in Our Future
Galax and the surrounding counties are committed to providing quality education for all ages:
- Carroll County Schools – www.ccpsd.k12.va.us
- Crossroads Institute – https://wcc.vccs.edu/crossroads-institute
- Galax City Schools – https://www.galaxschools.us/
- Grayson County Schools – https://www.grayson.k12.va.us/en-US
Health and Emergency Services
Access to excellent healthcare and safety resources is paramount:
- Twin County Regional Hospital – www.tcrh.org
- Carroll County Wellness Center – www.carrollwc.org
- Carilion Clinic – www.carilionclinic.org
- Virginia State Police – https://vsp.virginia.gov/
Local Utilities
Setting up your new home is easy with these local utility providers:
- American Electric Power – www.aep.com
- Centurylink – www.centurylink.com/
- Xfinity – www.xfinity.com/national/