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June 2025
Ribbon Cutting: VA250 LOVE Signs
Join the Mathews VA250 Committee for a double-ribbon cutting event!! Through a generous grant, the Mathews VA250 has arranged for two new LOVEWorks signs in Mathews- one at The Hatchery/ Oyster Seed Holdings, and one at Williams Wharf! Both will be unveiled on this day, and a ribbon-cutting to represent both signs will take place at the Hatchery. Stay after the ceremony for a day of fun, oysters, and drinks on the water- plus plenty of photo ops!
Find out more »July 2025
MVFD East Riverfest 2025 Boat Docking & Fireworks Show
Mark your calendars- more info coming soon!
Find out more »American Legion’s World Famous Breakfast
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
Find out more »Soothin’ Summer Sounds: Plunky & Oneness
Join the Mathews Memorial Library for the second concert in their Soothin' Summer Sounds series with Plunky & Oneness! Free and open to the public!
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 »Battle of Cricket Hill Ceremony
Join the Sons of the American Revolution, Richard Henry Lee Chapter, for the Cricket Hill Ceremony, promptly at 10 am. On July 8, 1776, Gen. Andrew Lewis and Virginia militia established an artillery battery at Fort Cricket Hill to attack Lord Dunmore’s camp on Gwynn’s Island. Without boats, Lewis was unable to launch a land attack on Dunmore’s camp. Instead, Lewis used an artillery barrage from Fort Cricket Hill to attack Dunmore’s camp and ships on July 9. Dunmore and…
Find out more »Second Sunday Shopping
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!
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 »Red Cross Blood Drive
Give the gift of life- donate blood at one of the Red Cross' Blood Drives this year! Drink plenty of water, and come in ready to give blood. January 28, April 15, July 15, September 9, December 2- you can register for any or all of the dates on redcrossblood.org!
Find out more »Party at the Wharf 2025 Concert Series
Stay tuned for a listing of performers and food trucks! All concerts are family-friendly! All cost $5, except 5/17 Party, which is free as part of the Tour de Chesapeake.
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 »Donk’s 50th Anniversary Shows
Performance schedule coming, dates below: 4/5, 5/10, 6/14, 7/19, 8/16, 9/13, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6 All shows subject to last minute changes. Please join the email list or on Facebook for real-time updates. Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA 23109 NEW!!! Shows start at 7:30 PM – Doors open at 7:00 PM Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for Children 12 and under Tickets can be purchased at the door on show…
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