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April 2019
Lighthouse Keepers Honored in Mathews
Lighthouse Keepers to be Honored, April 13 in Mathews County The memory of six lighthouse keepers will be kept alive in public ceremonies by members of the Chesapeake Chapter, United States Lighthouse Society and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Everyone interested is invited to the graveside ceremonies to be held on April 13. Betty Collins, Board Member of the Chesapeake Chapter and Event Coordinator of the Mathews USLHS Grave Marker Ceremonies, states "recognizing lighthouse keepers and the life saving service that…
Find out more »Spring Community Roadside Cleanup
Grab your local organization, church, non-profit, family, and friends to help make Mathews looking cleaner for Spring! There will be 2 Spring Cleanup dates this year. Please let us know if you can attend by filling out the form below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LCPTBF6 Two Spring Cleanup Dates are: Earth Day, Mon., April 22nd Middle Peninsula Chapter, Master Naturalists would like your help in cleaning Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve, and local birding and wildlife trails. Community Cleanup, Sat., April 27th, 8am-12pm This…
Find out more »May 2019
Music on Maple Ave
Join us for the first Music on Maple Ave. located in the shared space of the Mathews Memorial Library Courtyard, Sibley's General Store, and Thomas James Store on 44 Maple Ave., Mathews. This evening will feature music from Tara Mills and Jimmy Stelling Music, and VW Old Time, food from the food truck Shore Bites, and beer and wine will be provided. Tickets on sale for $25 at the Visitor Center. Tickets include great music, 2 drink tickets, and a…
Find out more »June 2019
Gwynn’s Island Festival 8k, 5k, and 1 Fun Mile
This running event is held annually to coincide with the Gwynn's Island Festival on the last weekend of June. Participants can register on line for race and decide which distance they want (8k or 5k) during the race! Bring the entire family & stick around for the festival - the 1 mile run/walk is free!
Find out more »July 2019
Mathews Micro-Tri Series Event #2
Swim, bike, and run for shorter distances. Four event series, one event per month @ $20 each starting in June. Series prizes awarded in September.
Find out more »August 2019
Mathews Micro-Tri Series Event #3
Swim, bike, and run for shorter distances. Four event series, one event per month @ $20 each starting in June. Series prizes awarded in September.
Find out more »September 2019
45th Annual Mathews Market Days
Come celebrate the 45th year of Mathews Market Days! This is the Mathews event of the year that you can't miss. This two day festival features hundreds of artisan and food vendors, parades, live music, dancing, kids activities, an antique car show, pet parade, contests, Saturday's Street Dance and much more. Walk around the historic court green and our small downtown to support our local organizations, businesses and artisans. Don't forget to attend the Party at the Wharf on Friday…
Find out more »Mathews Micro-Tri Series Event #4
Swim, bike, and run for shorter distances. Four event series, one event per month @ $20 each starting in June. Series prizes awarded in September.
Find out more »October 2019
Autumn’s Song- an Herb Farm & Acoustic Music Festival
Autumn's Song- an Herb Farm & Acoustic Music Festival at CA & J Farm Saturday, Oct. 12th, 2019 10:30am-5pm, ticket price and more details on the website After expenses, the ticket price benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society Star Spangled Banner at 10:45am, Bands begin at 11am Food Truck- "On the Flip Side": Healthy Asian Food Vendors, Activities, Farm Tours, Yellow Barn Sales, Local Mathews Musicians A Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly. Details & questions- www.cajfarm.com 804-815-2839 Price listed on…
Find out more »December 2019
Farmers Christmas Market
Shop local this season! The Mathews Farmers Market will host a special market featuring a wide variety of unique Christmas gifts, decorations, and food on the Historic Courthouse Green. Stop by for a cup of hot cider and join us for a chance to support your local vendors and have some FUN.
Find out more »Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm!
Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm! Saturday, Dec. 14th 3:30-5:30pm (right after the Mathews Christmas Parade) Christmas Carols to the Djembe Drums around the Bonfire! $5 donation (after expenses, your donation benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society) Healthy Refreshments & other activites! Enjoy the Festively Decorated Farm! A Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly. Details & questions- www.cajfarm.com 804-815-2839
Find out more »April 2020
SONrise Easter Service
Join Zion Baptist Church for a beautiful Easter service at William's Wharf.
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