BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mathews County Visitor Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visitmathews.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mathews County Visitor Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260227T044535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T044535Z UID:18546-1777795200-1777806000@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:American Legion World Famous Breakfast DESCRIPTION:First Sunday of every month! \nJoin the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! \n$12 Donation. \nCall: 804-725-7422 for more info URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/american-legion-world-famous-breakfast-7/ LOCATION:American Legion\, Mathews Post 83\, 73 Hookemfair Rd\, Hudgins\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Screenshot-2025-10-03-at-8.47.37-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Legion%2C Mathews Post 83":MAILTO:lewisatl@va.metrocast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20250826T175321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T132139Z UID:17896-1778871600-1778875200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Mathews VA250 Patriotic Concert DESCRIPTION: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. \nCo-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. \nThe 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.) \nAdmission is free. Join in for an afternoon of music and history as we celebrate Virginia’s role in America’s fight for independence! URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-va250-patriotic-concert/ LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Screenshot-2025-01-14-at-11.08.49-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260227T034319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T034319Z UID:18509-1779026400-1779037200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:MCHS Historic Home & Garden Tour DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews County Historical Society for a Historic Home & Garden Tour\, benefitting the Tompkins Cottage Lift Fund. \nThe event will include small  group tours of the interior of Providence\, open gardens\, music\, and hors d’oeuvres and beverages! \nProvidence\, 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. \nTickets and informational brochures will be available by the first of March. Save the Date! URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mchs-historic-home-garden-tour/ LOCATION:Providence\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,History,Live Music,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/New-Painting-Photo-Resize.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260113T143452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T031448Z UID:18373-1780819200-1780830000@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:American Legion's World Famous Breakfast DESCRIPTION:First Sunday of every month! \nJoin the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! \n$12 Donation. \nCall: 804-725-7422 for more info URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/american-legions-world-famous-breakfast/ LOCATION:American Legion\, Mathews Post 83\, 73 Hookemfair Rd\, Hudgins\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Screenshot-2025-10-03-at-8.47.37-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Legion%2C Mathews Post 83":MAILTO:lewisatl@va.metrocast.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260610 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260131T010636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T010636Z UID:18471-1780963200-1781049599@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Mathews Paint Out DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-paint-out/ LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/612353889_1507940787999891_5000309167840657280_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260219T174552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T174552Z UID:18498-1781258400-1781265600@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:22nd Annual Highland Games DESCRIPTION: URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/22nd-annual-highland-games/ LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events,Outdoor,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-19-at-12.44.21-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260120T005616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T005616Z UID:18439-1781953200-1781974800@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:MVFD 2026 East Riverfest Boat Docking DESCRIPTION: URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mvfd-2026-east-riverfest-boat-docking/ LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_9407.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T123000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260130T173222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T173222Z UID:18451-1783161000-1783168200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:1.776 Mile Walk/ Run DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/1-776-mile-walk-run/ LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,History,Outdoor,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Walk_Run-Poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260219T174312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T174312Z UID:18496-1783209600-1783295999@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Community Fireworks Show DESCRIPTION: URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/community-fireworks-show/ LOCATION:VA CATEGORIES:Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260227T043110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T043110Z UID:18539-1783864800-1783872000@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Faerie Tea DESCRIPTION:Faerie Tea returns to The Bay School on Sunday\, July 12!\n\nBy 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.\n\nExpect 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!\n\nJoin us for a charming afternoon filled with imagination\, community\, and a little bit of faerie magic. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/faerie-tea-3/ LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/634261040_1353370930142075_9134960879897861250_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T011019 CREATED:20260120T004224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T004610Z UID:18432-1791532800-1791565200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Music on Maple - Rae the Band DESCRIPTION: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! \nStay tuned for more info! URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-rae-the-band/ LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/554356799_122132519876944897_1865424888649177374_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR