A Little Bit of Everything

Virginia’s moderate, four-season climate is a draw for residents of all interests. From the mountains to the beach, Virginians can experience summer heat, winter snow, and everything in between without leaving the Commonwealth.

Kids on Virginia Beach

Sandbridge, Virginia Beach

The New River flows through the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, North Carolina, and West Virginia. Its path through Virginias New River Valley is marked by mountains and abundant water recreation opportunities in the summer.

New River
Rockbridge County

Rockbridge County

The Peaks of Otter in Bedford County are a popular fall destination because of the spectacular scenery when the leaves turn.

Peaks of Otter
Train passing over a bridge in Richmond

Richmond

Wintergreen Resort is a four-season destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Nelson County. In addition to its ski and snowboard slopes, Wintergreen boasts 45 holes of championship golf and an award-winning tennis program.

People enjoying Wintergreen Resort
Snowy landscape in Scott County

Scott County

The town of Warrenton, on the outer edges of Northern Virginia, has a rich American Revolution and Civil War history. Its Old Town hosts a Christmas celebration each December.

Downtown Warrenton Christmas Decor
Child in Chiles Family Orchards

Chiles Family Orchards, Albemarle County

The cherry blossoms that draw tourists to the Washington area each spring also bloom across the Potomac River in Northern Virginia, like in Old Town Alexandria.

Cherry Blossoms in Old Town
Bikers in High Bridge Trail State Park

High Bridge Trail State Park, Prince Edward County

Spring in Virginia means mild temperatures that are perfect for completing hikes like Dragons Tooth in Roanoke County.

Runners in Roanoke County

Suggested Reading

A Conversation with Careyann Weinberg

Second Quarter 2025

Bonnie Chavez, CEO of Building Beloved Communities in Roanoke, Virginia, discusses quality of life and talent opportunities in Roanoke and Virginia as a whole, including what drew her to the area, the opportunities for talent and her own "Why Virginia" story.

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A Conversation with Bonnie Chavez

Second Quarter 2025

Bonnie Chavez, CEO of Building Beloved Communities in Roanoke, Virginia, discusses quality of life and talent opportunities in Roanoke and Virginia as a whole, including what drew her to the area, the opportunities for talent and her own "Why Virginia" story.

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Podcasts

Peter Beard

Putting Talent in the Right Place

January 5, 2026

A Conversation With Peter Beard, Vice President of Policy and Programs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Tamara Fields

The Importance of Agility

January 5, 2026

A Conversation With Tamara Fields, U.S. Public Service Lead, Accenture

Joe Dunlap

The State of American Warehousing

October 15, 2025

A Conversation With Joe Dunlap, a veteran of the supply chain industry, with stints at UPS, Accenture, and CBRE

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