Mathews County Visitor Center

Dine to Donate
2025-05-06 11:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Richardson’s Cafe, 12 Church Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join 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 Community Partners for their contributions:
New Point Life Services
Noble Pest Control
Oyster Seed Holdings/The Hatchery
Water Pro, Inc.

Oyster Hatchery Tours & Tastings
2025-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, 23064, United States
Every other Friday from May through August, visitors can experience a tour and tasting experience at Oyster Seed Holdings to see how farm-raised oysters get their start.
Guests will start with a 30 minute immersive tour of our facility – one of the largest producers of oyster seed on the East Coast!

Tickets include a serving of raw or cooked oysters paired with white wines at our water side oyster eatery, The Hatchery Food Truck, while enjoying views of Milford Haven at Callis Wharf. Stay for awhile after and order some dinner, or book an added Oyster Farm Tour excursion below!

2025 Dates of Tours & Charters:
• May 16th & May 30th
• June 13th (no charter) & June 27th
• July 11th & July 25th
• August 8th

Times:
5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:30pm
For more information: www.oshoyster.com/visit
Book a Charter: www.mathewscharters.com

TDC'S Party at the Wharf
2025-05-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Tour de Chesapeake for a special, FREE Party at the Wharf! Open to all!
Band: 7th Street Dance Band Food Truck: Creekside Catering

Live Music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr @ The Hatchery
2025-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, 23064, United States
Dates: 5/24/25
Times: 6PM – 8PM
Location: Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA 23068
Organizer: The Hatchery
Link: www.thehatcheryculture.com
Price: free
Contact: 804-725-3046, thehatchery@oshoyster.com
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Description:

The Hatchery is hosting live music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr on Sat 5/24 of Memorial Weekend, from 6-8pm.
Jonathan Paige Brown Jr. is a rising star in Virginia’s vibrant music scene, known for his captivating vocals, soulful melodies, and heartfelt lyrics. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of musical genres including country, soul, pop and folk, Jonathan infuses his own unique style into each of his performances, creating a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Jonathan’s music resonates with listeners on a deeply emotional level. As Jonathan continues to make waves in the music industry, his passion for creating authentic, heartfelt music remains at the forefront of his artistic vision. Keep an eye out for Jonathan Paige Brown Jr. as he continues to leave his mark on the music scene with his soul-stirring performances and unforgettable songs.

Rotary's Party with a Purpose
2025-06-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Williams Wharf Landing, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Rotary Club for an afternoon of fun and fundraising with live music on the East River!
This event features GOOD SHOT JUDY band, food trucks, beer and wine truck, and dancing at Williams Wharf Landing.
Food trucks: On the Flip Side, Small Town Burger and Short Lane Ice Cream.
Bring your own lawn chairs and your dancing shoes!

Live Music by Carolyn August @ The Hatchery
2025-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, 23064, United States
The Hatchery is hosting live music by Carolyn August on Fri 6/6 from 6-8pm.
Carolyn is a local Mathews musician who plays not only solo, but in a band or as a duet with her husband on the occasion. She will be playing the acousitic guitar and singing, often sharing her own originals and playing covers.

Mathews Paint Out Reception
2025-06-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
As part of the 2025 Gloucester Arts Festival, The Bay School is hosting a reception at the Art Speaks Gallery, June 10, 5:30-7:00 PM for the artists participating in the day-long Mathews Paint Out, where plein air artists will be painting in various locations throughout Mathews County.
The reception is free and open to the public where they can meet the artists, purchase their paintings created that day, and enjoy a convivial atmosphere of food, drink, and creativity in the gallery.

Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
2025-06-13 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Part Time, and two delicious 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!

Cuban Progressive Dinner
2025-06-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
We will start in the Art Speaks Gallery with a mojito and light appetizers, then proceed to the White Dog Bistro for an authentic Cuban dinner and dessert.
First Course: Salad (Dairy Free/Gluten Free)
Romaine, Tomato, Avocado, Red Onion, Radish, and Lime Vinaigrette.
Served with Grilled Cuban Flat Bread (not Gluten Free)
Second Course: Soup (DF/GF upon request)
Ajo Blanco con Langosta – Chilled White Gazpacho with Lobster Meat
(recipe contains almonds)
Third Course: Entree Selection of One of the Following:
Meat Selection (GF/DF): Smoky Roast Pork Ropa Vieja
Fish Selection (GF/DF): Grilled Red Snapper with a Drizzle of a Garlicky Mango Guava Glaze
Vegan Selection (GF/DF): Fried Plantain with a Drizzle of a Garlicky Mango Guava Glaze
Fourth Course: Dessert
Cuban Flan with Cafecito (Espresso) Cream and Fresh Berries
(Vegan Option from our Menu Available by Request)

Two highball glasses of the featured Cocktails are included with your dinner. Soda, coffee, iced tea, and water are also available with your dinner. Additional drinks are available at the bar at normal menu pricing.

Tickets are $125 for members, $135 for non-members. Members will receive discount code via email. Tickets must be purchased by June 11.
All online ticket purchases will include a 3.6% credit card processing fee. To avoid this fee, reserve your tickets over the phone and pay in-person with check or cash. Ticket purchase must be made by June 11.

Live Music by Lilah Moons @ The Hatchery
2025-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, 23064, United States
The Hatchery is hosting live music by Lilah Moons on Fri 6/20 from 6-8pm.

Enjoy music by this talented Richmond-based, acoustic soloist while grabbing dinner and drinks on the water.

Family Arts & Barks Festival
2025-06-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
No one wants to leave their furry friend behind on a beautiful summer day and the Family Arts & Barks Festival at The Bay School is the perfect opportunity to join in the fun with EVERYONE—two- AND four-legged, with AND without fur! Join us for a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities at The Bay School and bring your dog along!
There will be a variety of activities to involve the whole family, including your dog:
Feeling artsy? These are just a few arts and crafts activities that will be available for you to explore:

Build a bug
Create a cardboard jellyfish
Construct an egg carton fish
Make a necklace from decoupaged shells
Tie dye a T-shirt
Paint with squeegees
Fashion a memory wire bracelet
Make and swap artist trading cards
Design and create wearable dog ears and a collar
Contribute to our yearly community painting
Entice your dog with peanut butter to create its own masterpiece

Many more activities are planned, including:

CA&J Farm drum circle
Yoga for all with Lisa White
Caricature drawing
Face painting
Photo booth
“Bark” sale of baked goods for dogs and people
“Pup-up” display and sale of dog-themed art
Showing of Canine Companion’s film Andy
Multiple raffles
Puppy splash pool
Rubber ducky race
Guess the number of dog biscuits in a jar
Puppy kissing booth
Giant Connect 4 game
Giant Plinko game

Musical entertainment will be provided by Hunter Owens 11:00 am-2:00 pm and a special musical guest from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm.
El Padrino and Gloucester Brewing Company will be on hand serving up delicious food and beverages.
We’ll be adding even more activities in the coming weeks, as well as a listing of attending vendors providing art, canine products and services, and family-friendly products and services.
BUY TICKETS
Tickets range from $10-$25. Children five and younger are free. Dogs must be leashed, vaccinated, and well behaved.
Sponsor, Be a Vendor, or Donate Dog-Themed Art
If you’re interested in sponsoring the Family Arts & Barks Festival, information on the available levels, benefits, and costs is available HERE.
Have a product or service that would be of interest to dog owners? An art-related or family-friendly product or service you’d like to promote? Submit a Vendor Form.
Would you like to share your talent and donate a dog-themed artwork to the “Pup-Up” Art Show at the festival? Submit your artwork HERE.

4th Sundays of Summer Shopping
2025-06-22 12:00 - 16:00 | Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
This month, The Battered Badger is making their first visit to ETC Vintage and we’re ALL excited, food truck and store! Stop in from 12-4 for a Spectacular Sunday of Summer Shopping, and grab some delicious food while you’re here!

Gwynn's Island Chicken Dinner
2025-06-27 16:30 - 19:00 | Gwynn’s Island Civic Center, 1996 Old Ferry Rd., Gwynn, VA, 23066, United States
Drive by in the drive through for the famous Gwynn’s Island Chicken Dinner with all the fixings!
4:30pm-7:00pm. No pre-sale tickets.

Coastal Reverie: Musings of Virginia's Coastal Shores from the Photographer's Eye
2025-06-27 18:30 - 21:00 | Gwynn’s Island Museum, State Rte 633, Gwynn, VA, 23066, United States
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 beverages will be served.
Music will be provided.
Prizes:
1st Place: Dinner for two at Hole in the Wall Waterfront Grill and a history cruise with Mathews Deadrise Charters. ($350 value)
2nd Place: $250 cash award
3rd Place: Custom Framing Gift Certificate ($150 value)

Gwynn's Island Festival
2025-06-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Gwynn’s Island Civic Center, 1996 Old Ferry Rd., Gwynn, VA, 23066, United States
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!

MVFD East Riverfest 2025 Boat Docking & Fireworks Show
2025-07-05 11:00 - 22:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Mark your calendars- more info coming soon!

Music on Maple with Mackenzie Roark Trio
2025-07-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Thomas James Store, 44 Maple Ave, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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 appearing as as a trio, and is ready to groove with all of you!
Don Chido food truck will also be set up at this event, and we’ll be selling beer from Gloucester Brewing Company, as well as wine, soft drinks and water! Each ticket comes with a free beverage!!
Grab your friends and come on down to Maple Avenue for a night you won’t forget. See you there!

Second Sunday Shopping
2025-07-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
Join ETC. Vintage for a Second Sunday Shopping experience, and stop in for some delicious eats from Edgar’s All Fired Up BBQ Food Truck!

Faerie Tea
2025-07-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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.

Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
2025-07-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf Landing, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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!

4th Sundays of Summer Shopping
2025-07-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
Join ETC. Vintage for a Sunday of Summer Shopping on July 27, and grab some delicious ice cream or a cupcake from Seasalt, LLC Bakery & Sweets while you’re there!

Dine to Donate Doubleheader
2025-07-31 11:00 - 21:00 | Mathews Grill & Deli, 296 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States

National Oyster Day
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-03 | Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, 23064, United States
Our favorite holiday is coming up! Special celebrations happening daily during The Hatchery’s normal hours: Fri: 5-sunset, Sat: 4-sunset; Sun: 12-4pm
NATIONAL OYSTER DAY is August 5th – and The Hatchery is throwing a weekend-long celebration August 1-3rd!

LIVE MUSIC DAILY:

FRIDAY – Ian Blackwood soloist from RVA, 6-8pm

SATURDAY – The Tidewinders will debut at The Hatchery on Saturday, August 2nd from 5:30-8pm!

SUNDAY – Local musician, Hunter Owens, returns from 1-3pm.

Single tickets available for sale for impromptu boat rides on Friday! Take a 30 minute ride with Capt Trey Sowers with Mathews Deadrise Charters to visit some local oyster farms.

Some new menu additions will be featured this week, as well as some new beverage drops.

New Retail will launch this weekend designed by artist, Sam Glover, owner of @scaledupdesigns (on Insta). Sneak peak of the design in the event title image!

National Night Out 2025
2025-08-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States

Part Time Concert
2025-08-09 21:00 - 23:30 | Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join Part Time for show at Mi Casa Azteca!

Second Sunday Shopping & Sweets
2025-08-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
Join ETC. Vintage for a Second Sunday Shopping experience, and stop in for some delicious treats from Seasalt, LLC Bakery & Sweets!

Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
2025-08-15 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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!

Live Music by Shane Norris @ The Hatchery
2025-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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.

Kids' Art & Ice Cream Social
2025-08-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street , Mathews, VA, 23109, United States

4th Sundays of Summer Shopping
2025-08-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
Join ETC. Vintage for a Sunday of Summer Shopping!
