Community Events
Events
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Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run
Oyster Seed Holdings 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, United StatesThe 11th annual race is entering its second decade & re-branded as the Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run. The event features a brand-new 5k course, an all-new name & vibe, and a waterfront post-race celebration. This year, we’re taking the action to the historic Callis Wharf, where participants will run along the stunning Piankatank River and […]
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Gloucester/ Mathews Historic Garden Week
Holly Knoll 3201 Leadership Drive, GloucesterPresented by the Garden Club of Gloucester and Mathews The beauty and history of Gloucester County abound in its rivers and exquisite shoreline homes. Historic Garden Week in Gloucester, presented by the Garden Club of Gloucester and Mathews, includes access to three amazing waterfront properties and the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester. Visitors will enjoy […]
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12th Annual Art Speaks Juried Exhibition Opening Reception
Bay School Community Arts Center 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, United StatesPlease join us for the opening reception and awards ceremony of the 12th Annual Arts Speaks Juried Exhibition on April 26, 5:00-7:00 pm. The exhibit showcases the work of 66 artists living and working in Virginia, 18 years and older. Both 2D and 3D media are represented in the show and $6,350 in prize money […]
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May Faire 2025- A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs
Mathews, VA, United StatesFriday, Saturday, May 2 & 3, May Faire 2025 “A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices and Wharfs” This year, a two-day county fair-type of event, with crafters, food trucks, and entertainment, a children’s corner, Pound Cake contest, photography contest and our traditional May Pole dance. May Faire is sponsored by the Mathews Museum, which […]
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May Faire, A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs
Mathews, VA, United StatesKick off the Spring season with May Faire, in Mathews County, Virginia, the first weekend of May every year; join us for a community heritage festival. The 2025 May Faire theme will be A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs. The county’s 7th annual spring heritage festival will feature a “county fair” atmosphere […]
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Music on Maple with Tristan Dougherty Trio
Thomas James Store 44 Maple Ave, Mathews, VA, United StatesOur first Music on Maple concert of the year will be on May 2nd, and the band is the Tristan Dougherty Trio! Tristan Dougherty is a folk musician and songwriter based in Richmond, Virginia. By combining meditative, finger-style guitar playing with warm, illuminative lyrics and innovative arrangements, he’s developed a refreshingly original sound that draws […]
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Mathews Museum to Host Presentation on Historic Williams Wharf
Mathews Museum 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesAs part of May Faire, join the Mathews Museum to hear Pam Muffelman speak about the history of Williams Wharf Landing from the 1600s to present day! This event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided. Local historian and longtime Mathews resident Pam Muffelman will lead the presentation, guiding attendees […]
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Raku Firing & Pottery Throwdown
Bay School Community Arts Center 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin us for this double-header event! Learn the ancient art of raku firing with our own modern twist and/or compete in wheel-throwing challenges to win prizes and bragging rights. Pottery from Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild will be for sale. Refreshments will be available. Tickets can be purchased at the door (check or cash […]
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“Hey DJ” Dance Recital
Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United StatesMore information coming soon... stay tuned!
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Dine to Donate
Richardson's Cafe 12 Church Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin the Gwynn's Island Civic League and Richardson's, for a DINE TO DONATE Event, Benefitting the MCPS schools! Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Ice Cream - or ALL, Dine In or Take Out, Proceeds Provide Classroom Supplies to MCPS Schools SPECIAL THANKS to Richardson’s Cafe for donating a portion of the day’s sales, and to the […]
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Spring Community Litter Cleanup
Mathews, VA, United StatesPLEASE NOTE- This is a rescheduled event from our original date of 4/12. Help us clean our roadways, waterways and neighborhoods! MCVIC is hosting our annual spring community cleanup, and we’d love to have you join us! Whether you are a civic organization, school group, or just an individual looking to do some good, we […]
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Gypsy Birthday Bash
Gypsy's Wagon 302 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin your friends at the Gypsy's Wagon for birthday cake, refreshments, prizes & general revelry at the shop on Friday afternoon from 2-6 pm! All weekend, visit for shop-wide sales and specials from many unique vendors! Visit Friday from 10-6, Saturday from 10-5, and Sunday from 12-4!
