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June 2025
Coastal Reverie: Musings of Virginia’s Coastal Shores from the Photographer’s Eye
A Photography Show and Exhibit to Benefit the Gwynn's Island Museum! Opening Reception on Friday, June 27, 6:30 - 9:00 pm at the Gwynn's Island Museum Join us as we muse over a collection of photographic works showcasing the uniqueness, beauty, and depth of our shores as seen through the lens of a camera. Free entry to reception and exhibition; donations to the Museum accepted and highly appreciated. All works on display will be for sale. Light hors d'oeuvres and…
Find out more »Gwynn’s Island Festival
The Gwynn's Island Festival has a variety of handmade crafts and local vendors, including jewelry, leather, paintings and photography. The festival will also feature live music, Lord Dunmore skits, food vendors, and a kids zone!
Find out more »July 2025
MVFD East Riverfest 2025 Boat Docking & Fireworks Show
Mark your calendars- more info coming soon!
Find out more »Music on Maple with Mackenzie Roark Trio
Welcome to Music on Maple with Mackenzie Roark & The Hotpants (Trio), hosted by the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center and the Mathews County Historical Society! Join us in welcoming Richmond Americana artist Mackenzie Roark to Mathews for the first time! As the front woman of Mackenzie Roark & the Hotpants, she is known for blending the soulful roots of classic country, the storytelling spirit of 70’s folk, and the raw edge of rock and roll! She will be…
Find out more »Faerie Tea
Bring Your Own Teacup • Faerie Dress Encouraged, Tea & Faerie-Inspired Tasties • Games & Activities • Door Prizes • Learn Fae & Tea Lore • Silent Auction • Vendors • Make a necklace with Virginia Coyle • Faerie Shopping Boutique • Raffles Sign up for Faerie Hair for an additional $20, by appointment only.
Find out more »Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by The Tidewinders, and delicious food trucks On the Flip Side and Howard-Dooley Cafe. Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!
Find out more »August 2025
Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Tin Can Fish Band, and delicious food from Positive Pizza and Salty Bob's Oyster & Seafood Co. food trucks! Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!
Find out more »Live Music by Shane Norris @ The Hatchery
The Hatchery is hosting live music by Shane Norris on Fri 8/15 from 6-8pm. Enjoy music by this up and coming young Mathews musician while grabbing dinner and drinks on the water.
Find out more »September 2025
Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Low Bottom, and delicious food trucks Positive Pizza and Coastal Thirst. Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!
Find out more »Mathews Market Days 2025
Mathews Market Days is an annual festival held the first Friday and Saturday after Labor Day. We invite locals, visitors, guests, family, and friends to join us as we share the showcase of a creative community. Arts & crafts, food, and informational vendors will be in attendance alongside live music each day, a children’s area and an annual car show on Saturday. Grab some dinner from our food vendors and enjoy Saturday night’s street dance. We hope to see you…
Find out more »October 2025
Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Black Cat Murphy, and delicious food by Coastal Thirst. Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!
Find out more »Music on Maple with Leverty, Leedes & Austin
EXCITING NEWS! Music on Maple is officially back and better than ever this year! The Mathews County Visitor & Information Center and the Mathews County Historical Society, Inc. are hosting three concerts- mark your calendars for May 2nd, July 11th and October 10th! After a multi-year hiatus due to construction on Sibley's and the Thomas James Store, this intimate local concert series is returning with some great new acts! Each concert will be from 6-9 pm, tickets will be $30,…
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