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Virginia’s Most
Unique and Beautiful Caverns
Package Tour Resumes April 3, 2026
Caverns & American Celebration
Discover Virginia’s most beautiful and unique caverns during an hour-long, guided tour. Marvel at the beautiful flowstone, stalagmites, stalactites, bacon formations and more! After your Shenandoah Caverns tour, go down to the American Celebration on Parade for a 45 minute, guided tour, learning about huge, historical, and handmade parade floats from famous parades, such as Presidential Inaugural Parades!
What’s included in the ticketOne hour long guided tour through Shenandoah Caverns 45 minute guided tour of the American Celebration on Parade
Caverns
Discover Virginia’s most beautiful and unique caverns during an hour-long, guided tour. Marvel at the beautiful flowstone, stalagmites, stalactites, bacon formations and more! Ask questions and learn cool facts from your tour guide!
What’s included in the ticketOne hour long, guided tour of Shenandoah Caverns
- Hours of Operation
- Caverns Tour Hours
- Holiday Hours
- Main Street of Yesteryear Hours
- Caverns Café Hours
- Gemstone Mining Sluice
- American Celebration on Parade
Our Other Attractions
American Celebration on Parade
Where history, culture, and festivity come together in a spectacular display of national pride. Join us for a 45 minute guided tour that showcases the vibrant tapestry of American traditions, including grand parades and breathtaking floats.
Shenandoah Caverns
Enjoy a guided tour of Virginia’s most beautiful and unique caverns! All tours are personally led by knowledgeable guides who will highlight the wonders of our underground world and answer questions as you walk through many spectacular rooms and passageways.
Gemstone Sluice
The Gemstone Mining Sluice is a family favorite here at Shenandoah Caverns. Purchase a bag of mining rough in our gift shop and pan for amethysts, gemstones, arrowheads and more through the running water, just as miners did in days gone past. This exhibit is open seasonally and weather permitting.
Additional Attraction
Cavern’s Cafe
Enjoy a bite to eat in our caverns cafe! With the original 1957 barstools and soda fountain, it’s like taking a step back in time. Better yet, we have the original syrup to carbonation ratio for Coca Cola and Barq’s Root Beer! From hand pressed burgers, BLT sandwiches, french fries, milkshakes and more, you are sure to enjoy it. Take your lunch out on our patio for beautiful views and fresh air. There are picnic tables with umbrellas and sun shades.
History
Discover the rich history of Shenandoah Caverns, a natural wonder that has amazed visitors for over a century. From its early exploration to becoming one of Virginia’s most beloved attractions, explore the stories, legends, and milestones that make this underground marvel truly timeless.
Join Our Events
American Fright Night
October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31
From 6:30 to 9:30- Scare Free Nights
- October 9 and 30
- From 5:30 to 7:30
Perfect for friends, college groups, and thrill-seekers, American Fright Night surrounds you with giant parade floats, eerie soundscapes, and shocking surprises. Located at American Celebration on Parade, this unique haunted attraction has been voted #1 Overall in VirginiaHauntedHouses.com.
Shenandoah Uncorked
- November 15
- From 11:00 to 4:00
Shenandoah Uncorked blends wine tasting, food trucks, and artisan shopping—perfect for festival and wine lovers alike. Purchase your wine tasting and receive a souvenir glass! You must be at least 21 years old to sample the wines and all IDs will be checked when purchasing the tasting.
Christmas at the Celebration
- Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in December
- 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Join us for our first Christmas at the Celebration event! Create magical memories this season at Christmas at the Celebration. Stroll through a life-size holiday parade, enjoy sparkling lights, and discover festive surprises at every turn. The kids can create memorable gifts for everyone in the family at Santa’s Workshop, write and mail letters to Santa, and visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and other special guests! Make sure to stick around for daily musical performances from local churches and schools at 3 PM and 5 PM. There is fun for the whole family!
Spin & Splash – a 1950s Themed Paint Night
- August 22
- From 06:00 PM
Enjoy a fun evening spent twisting to the 50s most popular tunes, photo opportunities with some vintage props, and painting a vinyl record with Studio Sasquatch — all while dressed in your best poodle skirts, cat eyeglasses, and leather jackets – it’s a 50s flashback! Check out the local thrift stores in Mount Jackson, such as Mount Jackson Thrift and Gift, Search Thrift Store, and Goodwill for your 1950s attire. Ticket prices are $40, which includes all artistic materials and light refreshments. Tickets must be purchased ahead of time, and they are limited!
Visitor Info
540-477-3115
events@shenandoahcaverns.com
261 Caverns Rd, Quicksburg, VA 22847- Memorial Day through Labor Day
Open 9:00 to 6:00, no tours after 5:00
Fall, winter, and spring
Open 9:00 to 5:00, no tours after 4:00
Call ahead for holiday hours
Testimonials
Jennifer
“These caverns are just beautiful! There are many intriguing features and rooms to see on the one-hour tour. Our guide Hannah was very knowledgeable and as an added bonus, she was patient in the way she engaged the little kids on the tour.”
Melissa
“An absolute must see. Our tour guide was amazing! Very personable and knowledgeable.”
Kristen
“SUCH a great time! Stopped here on a rainy Wednesday afternoon on our way through for a road trip and these caverns and the staff did not disappoint. Our tour guide was Amber, and she was FANTASTIC! She was knowledgeable about the caverns, and genuinely enjoyed her job, which helped us genuinely enjoy the tour & she was so friendly and hospitable. We had lunch and that was also great. All around 10/5 stars.”