South Boston
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South Boston
Locals say Halifax County
Where the river bends and the tobacco grows
Red clayTobacco greenTobacco tan
Welcome to Halifax County, where the tobacco fields meet the lake and the sound of engines at the speedway is a summer anthem. Whether you're here for the fishing, the racing, or just the slow pace of country life, you'll find a friendly wave on every road.
Clubs for South Boston
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The room
One room for everyone around South Boston. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around South Boston. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Kerr Lake Large reservoir on the VA-NC border, great for fishing and boating.
- Virginia International Raceway World-famous road course hosting major racing events.
- South Boston Speedway Historic short track with Friday night races.
- Staunton River State Park Park with trails, camping, and river access.
- Halifax County Courthouse Historic courthouse in the county seat.
- The Prizery Community arts venue in South Boston.
- Outdoors Fishing on Kerr Lake
- Outdoors Boating and water skiing on Kerr Lake
- With kids Visit the South Boston-Halifax County Museum
- With kids Attend the Halifax County Fair
- Evenings Friday night races at South Boston Speedway
- Evenings Live performances at The Prizery
- Locals love Tobacco barns
- Locals love Country stores
Through the year
- Halifax County Fair September Annual fair with livestock, rides, and local food.
- South Boston Speedway Racing Season April–September Weekly short-track races from spring to fall.
- VIR Grand Prix Various dates Major road racing event at Virginia International Raceway.
- Kerr Lake Fishing Tournaments Spring and summer Competitive bass and crappie tournaments on the lake.
- South Boston Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through downtown South Boston.
Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are ideal with mild temperatures.
Talk like a local
- “crick”
- creek
- “holler”
- hollow (a small valley)
- “fixin' to”
- about to
- “the lake”
- Kerr Lake
Getaways
- Danville River District with shops, restaurants, and the Danville Science Center.
- Durham Bull City with museums, food halls, and Duke Gardens.
- Lynchburg Historic city with Liberty Mountain and the James River.
- South Hill Lake country with golf and the Occoneechee State Park.
Local flavour
Rooting for Virginia Tech Hokies (NCAA), North Carolina Tar Heels (NCAA), Carolina Panthers (NFL)
Eat and drink
- Country ham Salt-cured and often served with biscuits.
- Barbecue Pulled pork with a vinegar-based sauce, a Virginia Piedmont style.
- Brunswick stew A tomato-based stew with pork, chicken, and vegetables, common in the region.
- Biscuits and gravy A breakfast staple in local diners.
- Sweet tea The quintessential Southern drink.
Where people go
- Tobacco barns Iconic structures where tobacco leaves are cured.
- Country stores General stores that serve as gathering spots.
- Short-track racing venues South Boston Speedway is a well-known local racetrack.
- Kerr Lake A large reservoir on the border, popular for fishing and boating.
- Diners Small, family-run eateries serving Southern comfort food.
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Halifax County, VA. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.