Mathews County Visitor Center

American Legion World Famous Breakfast
2026-05-03 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | American Legion, Mathews Post 83, 73 Hookemfair Rd, Hudgins, VA, 23109, 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

Mathews VA250 Patriotic Concert
2026-05-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, 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 of Virginia’s declaration of independence—the first colony to do so.
The Courthouse Community Orchestra, directed by Staff Sergeant Jarrett Kocan of the U.S. Air Force, will perform an engaging program of music starting at 7:00 p.m. (Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.)
Admission is free. Join in for an afternoon of music and history as we celebrate Virginia’s role in America’s fight for independence!

MCHS Historic Home & Garden Tour
2026-05-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Providence, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, 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 William Fitchett. Many architectural features that confirm its early construction still remain.
Tickets and informational brochures will be available by the first of March. Save the Date!

American Legion's World Famous Breakfast
2026-06-07 08:00 - 11:00 | American Legion, Mathews Post 83, 73 Hookemfair Rd, Hudgins, VA, 23109, United States

Mathews Paint Out
2026-06-09 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, 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 will be painting at various locations in Mathews County. Watch the artists at work during the day and then join us at the Bay School at 5:30pm for a reception. Paintings done that day will be available for purchase during the reception. See if you can determine Best in Show and which artist receives the prize money! This event is free and open to the public.

22nd Annual Highland Games
2026-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Piankatank Ruritan Club, 7138 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States

MVFD 2026 East Riverfest Boat Docking
2026-06-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Williams Wharf Landing, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States

1.776 Mile Walk/ Run
2026-07-04 10:30 - 12:30 | Courthouse Square, Court St, Mathews, VA, 23109, 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 mark your calendars for this historic event!

Community Fireworks Show
2026-07-05 | VA

Faerie Tea
2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Faerie Tea returns to The Bay School on Sunday, July 12!

By popular demand, our enchanting annual Faerie Tea is back—an afternoon of whimsy, tea, and fae-inspired fun you won’t want to miss. From 2:00 to 4:00 pm, faerie-dressed guests will enjoy delightful teas and tasties, games, door prizes, raffles, and a silent auction.

Expect lively fae and tea lore, creative activities, and a chance to browse a magical selection of faerie-inspired treasures in the Art Speaks Gallery. Costumes are highly encouraged, with recognition for our most fabulously dressed faeries!

Join us for a charming afternoon filled with imagination, community, and a little bit of faerie magic.

Music on Maple - Rae the Band
2026-10-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Thomas James Store, 44 Maple Ave, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join us for our final Music on Maple of the season, featuring Rae the Band, with local artist Shane Norris during set breaks! Plus, delicious food from Don Chido food truck!
Stay tuned for more info!
