• May Faire 2026

    Mathews Historic Courthouse 27 Court Street, Mathews, VA, United States

    A Coastal Celebration of America’s 250th For nearly a decade, May Faire has brought families to the heart of Mathews each spring—drawing neighbors and visitors to Court Green and Main Street for a weekend of music, makers, food, and shared tradition. In 2026, as America marks its 250th anniversary, the Mathews Museum celebrates VA250 with […]

  • Family Art & Clay Festival

    Bay School Community Arts Center 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, United States

    This year's Family Art & Clay Festival coincides with Mathews May Faire Celebration. Along the Bay School driveway, you'll find free art activities for kids and adults and artisan vendors showcasing their craft. In and out of the pottery studio, participate in or watch our annual Raku Firing or the new Clay Olympics. Raku Firing […]

  • American Legion World Famous Breakfast

    American Legion, Mathews Post 83 73 Hookemfair Rd, Hudgins, VA, United States

    First Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info

    $12
  • Mathews VA250 Patriotic Concert

    Harry M. Ward Auditorium - Mathews High School 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, United States

    In preparation for Mathews County’s grand July 4th celebration, the Mathews VA250 Committee invites residents, neighbors, and visitors to a special concert on Friday, May 15, at Mathews High School. Co-sponsored by the Mathews Museum, Mathews Historical Society, Sons of the American Revolution, and Daughters of the American Revolution, this event commemorates the 250th anniversary […]

  • MCHS Historic Home & Garden Tour

    Providence Cobbs Creek, VA, United States

    Join the Mathews County Historical Society for a Historic Home & Garden Tour, benefitting the Tompkins Cottage Lift Fund. The event will include small  group tours of the interior of Providence, open gardens, music, and hors d'oeuvres and beverages! Providence, a beautiful two-story mansion overlooking the Piankatank River, was built in the early 1800s by […]

  • American Legion’s World Famous Breakfast

    American Legion, Mathews Post 83 73 Hookemfair Rd, Hudgins, VA, United States

    First Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info

    $12
  • Mathews Paint Out

    Bay School Community Arts Center 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, United States

    For the fourth year, the Plein Air Invitational is partnering with the Mathews County Bay School Community Arts Center for a one-day event in Mathews. The 2026 Plein Air Artists […]

  • 1.776 Mile Walk/ Run

    Courthouse Square Court St, Mathews, VA, United States

    Join the Mathews VA250 in celebrating the Semiquincentennial of our nation with a patriotic walk/run and picnic - ALL FREE - on July 4th! Stay tuned for more info- but […]