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  • The Virginia Campaign of 1775: Great Bridge & Removing Dunmore

    Mathews Memorial Library 251 Main Street, Mathews, VA, United States

    Join the Mathews VA250 Committee for a lecture with author and military historian Patrick Hannum, featuring information on The Virginia Campaign of 1775: Great Bridge and Removing Dumore! The political-military operating environment in Virginia during 1775 evolved quickly and dramatically. Two days after the clash at Lexington and Concord, Lord Dunmore, Virginia’s last royal colonial […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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

  • 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 […]

  • Tall Ship Godspeed

    Williams Wharf Landing 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United States

    Tall Ship Godspeed Public Afternoon Tours at Williams Wharf Step aboard history this summer as the Tall Ship Godspeed visits Williams Wharf for special public afternoon tours. A replica of one of the ships that carried English settlers to Jamestown in 1607, the Godspeed offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience maritime history up close. […]

    Free

  • Crickets on a Hill

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

    A Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage Experience local history brought to life through music, drama, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Presented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial […]

    $5 – $10

  • 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! A one-of-a-kind event blending fitness, history, and community pride. Picnic with free hot dogs & chips to the first 250 finishers (with free VA250 sunglasses)! Sponsored by Mathews VA250 Committee & […]

  • “America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together” PBS Watch Party

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

    The Court House Players and the Mathews County VA250 Committee invite the public to a free community watch party for the national PBS broadcast of "America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together" on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Harry M. Ward Auditorium at Mathews High School. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m., with the […]

    Free

  • Lunch & Cricket Combo July 5th

    Mathews Yacht Club 390 Yacht Club Rd., Hudgins, VA, United States

    Purchase an Americana Lunch and Cricket Ticket combo and enjoy a delicious meal at the Mathews Yacht Club prior to the Sunday performances. Seating will be from 12:30–1:30 p.m. each Sunday, July 5 and July 19, at 390 Yacht Club Road, Hudgins, providing plenty of time to arrive early for priority seating at the 3 […]

    $30 – $40

  • Crickets on a Hill

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

    A Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage Experience local history brought to life through music, drama, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Presented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial […]

    $5 – $10

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