There is nothing that our city loves more than our hobbies. Everyone has a project that they are working on, something they collect or a sport they play. All of these hobbies are made possible by the wide variety of locally owned hobby shops that exist within our city. Here are just a few of the best hobby shops Lynchburg has to offer.
Speakertree
Scene 3
Speakertree, located on Jefferson Street, features a large selection of vinyl, cassettes and CDs. In addition to selling these musical formats, their space also hosts live events and concerts. Pro tip: pick up one of their rewards cards to save on a future visit!
Scene 3
On Main Street, you can find Scene3, a shop that holds a variety of skateboard and biking gear. The shop also is home to products made out of recycled skateboard decks. Bonus, if you return a broken board that was purchased from Scene3 back to the store, they will give you a $5 credit toward a new one.
Play It Again Sports
If you are looking for sports gear, Play It Again Sports is the place to shop. The Lynchburg store carries golf, football, lacrosse, soccer, golf, basketball, ski, snowboard and general fitness gear and apparel.
L. Oppleman
- Oppleman is America’s oldest pawn shop and home to treasures for any hobbyist. Browse their wide selection of musical instruments, electronics, sporting gear and firearms.
Lynchburg Camera Shop
Photographers need to look no further than Main Street for their gear! Lynchburg Camera Shop carries a stock of gear bags, flashes, cameras, printers, scanners and other Canon and Nikon accessories.
Riverside Runners
Lynchburg has been designated a Runner Friendly City by the Road Runners Club of America, so it’s no surprise that we have our own specialty running shop! Stop by Riverside Runners for shoes, apparel, fuel and accessories before hitting the road for a few miles.
Hoppy Books
Hoppy Books appeals to two groups—those who love books, and those who love beer. With a wide selection of (well-organized!) used books and craft beer, it’s easy to lose track of time while browsing.
Bikes Unlimited
Whether you are looking to buy a bike of your own, or just rent a bike for a few hours on the trail, Bikes Unlimited has you covered. They also offer bike maintenance and repairs to keep you riding safely for a long time.
Blackwater Bike Shop
Blackwater Bike Shop carries a wide selection of bikes, gear and accessories including helmets, saddlebags and shoes.
Backstitches Yarn Shop
If you are looking for a wide variety of unique yarns, look no further than Backstitches. The shop welcomes knitters and crocheters of all skill levels, styles and ages.
The Art Box
The Art Box supplies Lynchburg with all kinds of artistic supplies—from pastels to paints to frames. If you’ve ever dreamed of learning how to paint, be sure to check out their classes!