Williams Wharf
April 2015
Tidewater Regatta – CREW
Mathews High School Crew Team TIDEWATER REGATTA High School Crew Regatta at Williams Wharf Landing, Open to the Public, $8 Parking fee, food available. Mathews Crew on facebook
Find out more »Party at the Wharf
PARTY AT THE WHARF - Williams Wharf Landing, Open to the public, $5 at the gate, great band and dancing, food available for purchase, cash bar For more information contact Lynda Smith Greve, 804-725-9685 or [email protected]
Find out more »May 2015
MHS Crew Regatta
27TH ANNUAL MHS REGATTA - Mathews Mathews High School Crew Regatta at Williams Wharf, Open to the public, $8 parking fee; food available. For more information contact Lynda Smith Greve, 804-725-9685 or [email protected]
Find out more »Art de Tour
More than a dozen local artists and home business owners will gather at Williams Wharf to show off their creations and wares. Purchase special treasures from their vast and varied collections! This event takes place during the Tour de Chesapeake Cycling event.
Find out more »Seafood Feast & Party at the Wharf
Come give a proper send off to cyclists of the Tour de Chesapeake. Great food, live music and dancing at Williams Wharf. FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Fresh seafood by Merroir. Choices include TBA. Available for purchase on site – this company takes credit cards. Beer, Wine and soft drinks by the Mathews Rotary Club – Cash only please Live Music by “Lynda Smith & 7th Street”
Find out more »Deadrise 5k at Williams Wharf
Deadrise 5k and 1k fun run at Williams Wharf. - Enjoy the vistas at Williams Wharf and get a good run in while you're at it. This event is for everyone of all ages and the course will be flat and fast. This will be a timed event. The setting is absolutely gorgeous presented on the East River in Mathews County. Enjoy the party afterwards with music, food & beverage on the waterfront.
Find out more »September 2015
Party at the Wharf
Join us for a Party under the stars at the Riverfront Pavilion at Williams Wharf Landing (1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA 23109). Dance to the music of 7th Street. Beer/wine cash bar available. Food available. Bring a chair or enjoy a seat at one of our picnic tables. $5 at the gate. Kids are free. This event benefits the Williams Wharf Project.
Find out more »Wharf to Wharf Swim
Mathews Land Conservancy 9th ANNUAL L. WAYNE HUDGINS WHARF TO WHARF SWIM 1400 meter open water swim across the East River from Williams Wharf to Hicks Wharf and back - swimmers must have $100 minimum sponsorship to swim. Benefits Mathews Land Conservncy Boathouse fund. Call for details Lynda Smith Greve, 804-725-9685 or [email protected]
Find out more »Paddle for Peace
Sunset paddle at 6 pm. Picnic from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm https://www.facebook.com/events/110685829281679/
Find out more »April 2016
May 2016
Seafood Feast & Party at the Wharf
Good times and great food guaranteed at Williams Wharf to celebrate the 2016 Tour de Chesapeake. Admission is free and open to the public. Fresh seafood and other options by The White Dog Bistro. Menu information coming soon! Available for purchase on site – this company takes credit cards. Beer, Wine and soft drinks by the Mathews Land Conservancy – Cash only please Entertainment/Dancing provided by Lynda Smith & 7th Street Saturday, May 21st 5p.m.-9p.m. Get the Details: tourdechesapeake.org…
Find out more »September 2016
10th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim
1400 meter swim across the East River and back, to benefit the William and Catharine Owens Waters Edge Center at Williams Wharf Landing. Contact Lynda Smith Greve Call: 804-725-9685 Email: [email protected] Download Swim Flyer Download Swim Waiver
Find out more »October 2016
Micro-Triathlon (Starter Tri)
1/4 mile swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run. Focus of this event will be on mastering transitions, all at Williams Wharf. Cost: $20 for non-club members, $10 for VTTR club members (on line & race day registration) Prize: N/A. Event fees will cover rental of Williams Wharf facility Schedule: Meet at Williams Wharf transition area 8:00-8:30am to set up your transition area. Race instruction/ course overview/ registration will start promptly at 8:30am and race will start shortly after. Timing:…
Find out more »July 2017
Micro Triathlon at Williams Wharf
1/4 mile swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run. Distances are shorter than a typical triathlon: for beginner triathletes, or experienced competitors who want to practice their transitions. Cost: $20 for non-club members, $10 for VTTR club members (on line & race day registration) - OR $30 if you want to complete with friends as a 2 or 3 person relay! Prize: N/A. Event fees will cover rental of Williams Wharf facility Schedule: Meet at Williams Wharf transition area 8:00-8:30am…
Find out more »August 2018
Mathews Micro-Triathlon Series – 2018
A series of our very popular Micro-Triathlon events at Williams Wharf in Mathews County, Virginia Building on the success of our single event, this series will include five separate triathlons – one per month, starting in June and wrapping up in October. Date(s): 6/16/2018, 7/14/2018, 8/18/2018, 9/15/2018, 10/20/2018 Start & End Time: 8:00-10:00 am Location: Williams Wharf Organizer Info: Virginia Tidewater Trailrunners LLC (VTTR)
Find out more »April 2019
Crew Regatta
Regattas take place at Williams Wharf Landing All regattas start at 8:50 AM and end when racing is over Parking is $10 with a shuttle bus provided for the half-mile journey OR or you may walk Entry to the regatta is free Food will be available for purchase Dogs are not allowed on site Dates: April 6th April 20th May 4th
Find out more »May 2019
Seafood Feast and Party at the Wharf
FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Fresh seafood and other options by Creekside Catering. Menu TBA – Available for purchase on site (takes credit cards). Beer, Wine and soft drinks by the Mathews Visitor Center – Cash only please See website for more information: http://tourdechesapeake.org/
Find out more »June 2019
Mathews Micro-Tri Series Event #1
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
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 »April 2020
SONrise Easter Service
Join Zion Baptist Church for a beautiful Easter service at William's Wharf.
Find out more »May 2020
Toue de Chesapeake
Join us for the annual Tour de Chesapeake in coastal Mathews, VA! With over 100 miles of routes along the backroads, marshes, and Chesapeake Bay scenery, this route is flat and great for all fitness levels. Learn more detailed information about the Tour de Chesapeake here. The County of Mathews, the Mathews Land Conservancy, and the Mathews Visitor Center are your hosts for this event. Celebrate the arrival of spring with a weekend of scenic cycling – great FLAT routes…
Find out more »Mathews Micro Triathlon Series #1
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS) Event #1 Tri Series Event 1 - Online Registration Link: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=207732 - $22 1/4 mile swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run - split timing for each leg of the triathlon and for transitions. Race day signup is available starting at 8am and the transition area will be open at that time as well. Participants should be ready-to-go (for the swim start) at 8:30am. We'll have brief race instructions and Q&A time before the event…
Find out more »June 2020
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series #2
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS) Event #2 vttrunners.com/mmts - $22 1/4 mile swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run - split timing for each leg of the triathlon and for transitions. Race day signup is available starting at 8am and the transition area will be open at that time as well. Participants should be ready-to-go (for the swim start) at 8:30am. We'll have brief race instructions and Q&A time before the event and start as close to 8:30am as possible.…
Find out more »July 2020
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series #3
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS) Event #3 vttrunners.com/mmts - $22 Changing it up for #3 - this race starts with the RUN, followed by longer swim, and wrapping up with a shorter bike ride - split timing for each leg of the triathlon and for transitions. Race day signup is available starting at 8am and the transition area will be open at that time as well. Participants should be ready-to-go (for the run start) at 8:30am. We'll have brief race instructions…
Find out more »August 2020
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series #4
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS) Event #4 vttrunners.com/mmts - $22 1/4 mile swim, 8 mile bike, 2 mile run - split timing for each leg of the triathlon and for transitions. Race day signup is available starting at 8am and the transition area will be open at that time as well. Participants should be ready-to-go (for the swim start) at 8:30am. We'll have brief race instructions and Q&A time before the event and start as close to 8:00am as possible.…
Find out more »Sea Farms Seafood Festival
Mathews 2nd annual Sea Farms Seafood Festival is happening again and will be bigger than last year! Join us for a day of good seafood, music, vendors, and views at Williams Wharf in August. For more information about the Seafarms event, click here. Stay tuned for more information about purchasing your tickets in advance.
Find out more »September 2020
Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim
14th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim A 1 mile open water swim across the East River from Williams Wharf to Hicks Wharf and back – swimmers must have $100 minimum sponsorships to swim – Contact Lynda Greve at 804-725-9685 or [email protected] for registration or sponsorship information
Find out more »14th Annual Wharf to Wharf Swim
14th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim – a 1 mile open water swim across the East River from Williams Wharf to Hicks Wharf and back – swimmers must have $100 minimum sponsorships to swim – Contact Lynda Greve at 804-725-9685 or [email protected] for registration or sponsorship information
Find out more »October 2020
TOGA Oyster Float Workshop
Tidewater Oyster Growers Association presents an Oyster Float Workshop at William's Wharf.
Find out more »June 2021
Open Water Swim
Join the Mathews Outdoor Club for an Open Water Swim at the Williams Wharf Landing! The Open Water Swim is weeknights Monday & Thursday from 5:00-6:30pm at Williams Wharf. Cost is $5/ class and all participants must complete & agree to our participant waiver. June through September. This is a self-paced activity for adults (age 18 & over) who want to practice swimming laps in open water. An Attendant will be present to observe and monitor, each participant is expected…
Find out more »September 2021
Mathews Seafood Festival
Saturday, September 25th Williams Wharf Landing, 3pm-8pm About the Festival Enjoy all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ. Additional drink tickets sold separately at the beer/wine vendor. There will be live music against the beautiful back drop of the East River. The festival also features local craft vendors so make sure you bring cash as there will be no cards or ATM’s available at the Wharf! This year’s band features Good Shot Judy and Rip Tide Band! Purchase your Tickets
Find out more »May 2022
Party at the Wharf
Party at the Wharf Saturday, May 21st A free community event on Tour de Chesapeake Weekend! Music by 7th Street Band at the Beautiful William's Wharf. Bring cash for beer and wine bar and food truck!
Find out more »June 2022
Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS)
We’ve created a SERIES of our very popular Micro-Triathlon events at Williams Wharf in Mathews County, Virginia. This series kicked off in 2018 and is back for another season. MMTS #3 event on July 30 has options for Micro Triathlon OR Sprint Triathlon. What’s a Micro-Triathlon? The micro triathlon contains the same components of a “regular” triathlon: swim-bike-run, with much shorter distances for each of those 3 legs. The open water swim is 0.2 miles, the bike leg is 8 miles and…
Find out more »September 2022
Party at the Wharf
Party at the Wharf Friday, Sept. 9th Keep the party going at Williams Wharf for the 2nd Party at the Wharf event of the year. Come over from Mathews Market Days for food, live music, and plenty of dancing from 5pm-9pm. Enjoy the festivities waterside! Bring cash for beer and wine bar and food truck!
Find out more »Mathews Seafood Festival
Saturday, September 24th 2022 Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 24th! About the Festival Enjoy all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ at this year’s 3rd Seafood Festival in Mathews! Additional drink tickets available from beer/wine vendor. There will be live music against the beautiful back drop of the East River. The festival also features local craft vendors so make sure you bring cash as there will be no cards or ATM’s available at the Wharf! Live music by Good Shot Judy and…
Find out more »October 2022
Oyster Roast and BBQ Bash
Mathews Rotary Club presents the annual Oyster Roast and BBQ Bash! Saturday, October 8th, 2pm to 5pm at Williams Wharf. Tickets are $35 in advance, or $40 at the door, which includes all you can eat oysters and barbecue. Wine, beer and soft drinks are available for purchase, bring cash! Tickets can be purchased online here, from any Mathews Rotarian, or at the Mathews Visitor Center.
Find out more »December 2022
East River Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
Come view the fun and funky East River holiday lighted boat parade from the boardwalk or pier at Williams Wharf Landing this Saturday 12/3. Parade starts at 5:30 with a first pass by Williams Wharf at 6pm, and a second after making the trip north to Town Point and back! Free parking is available onsite, fire pits to stay warm, plus cookies and warm beverages available!
Find out more »May 2023
Tour de Chesapeake
Premier cycling event on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay with 4 concise routes, each around 25 miles, which take cyclists from our own Gwynn's Island to Bethel Beach to the New Point Lighthouse. Each route has fully stocked rest stops, SAG support and lovely views galore! You may ride any route as many times as you like to add up the miles! We are the only ride that offers a WATER TAXI on an authentic Chesapeake Bay Deadrise within one of…
Find out more »Party at the Wharf Summer Series #2
Music by 7th Street, Food by Creekside Catering! Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! This concert only is a Special Tour de Chesapeake sponsored event - there is no fee at the gate, but it's open to all! Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please.
Find out more »June 2023
Party with a Purpose
The 2nd Annual Party with a Purpose is coming up on June 3rd, and proceeds will benefit Mathews' Meals on Wheels! This year's event will feature live music by The Roadducks, food from Backwoods BBQ, On the Flip Side and Short Lane Ice Cream, plus a beer and wine truck! Tickets include one drink. Stop in to the Visitor Center, Chesapeake Bank, Haskins Bayside Auto, or online at the link below to purchase tickets today!
Find out more »Mathews Micro Triathlon Series
Now in its 6th year, the Mathews Micro Triathlon Series kicks off in June for another 4-event series. Ideal for beginners to the sport of triathlon OR for experienced who want an opportunity to train & compete. MMTS #3 has options for Micro OR Sprint distances. Awards presented at the final series event in August to top overall finishers.
Find out more »Party at the Wharf Summer Series #3
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! Music by DJ Anthony Wood Dance Party, food by On the Flip Side and Backwoods BBQ! Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please. $5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)
Find out more »July 2023
Party at the Wharf Summer Series #4
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! Music by Part Time, food by 2 Salty River Chicks and On the Flip Side Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please. $5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)
Find out more »August 2023
Party at the Wharf Summer Series #5
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! Music by William Earl Sadler & Low Bottom w/ special guests Southern Breeze Food by Seafood Shack and Nell's Kitchen Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please. $5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)
Find out more »September 2023
Party at the Wharf
Come party with us with views of the East River at beautiful Williams Wharf, during Market Days weekend! This event is open to the public, and there will be bands, a cash bar, and food trucks available!
Find out more »Party at the Wharf Summer Series #6
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! Music by 7th Street, food by Creekside Catering Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please. $5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)
Find out more »CANCELED!! Wharf to Wharf Swim
This event has been canceled for 2023. Join us for a one mile out and back open water swim across the East River to benefit the Williams Wharf Project. There will be live music, awards, and food and drinks. Registration is at 12 PM.
Find out more »October 2023
Party at the Wharf Summer Series #7
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages! Music by Bad Ace, food by 2 Salty River Chicks Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please. $5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)
Find out more »VIMS Lecture Series: Fishes of the Chesapeake Bay
Join The Mathews Land Conservancy & VIMS for the first in a lecture series: Fishes of the Chesapeake Bay. This presentation by Rachel Dixon is on the diversity of fishes in the Chesapeake Bay, the methods used to sample and study fishes, and the challenges facing fishes and their habitats. Rachel Dixon is a Ph.D. candidate in the Natural Resources section at VIMS. This event is free and open to the Publix.
Find out more »December 2023
East River Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
Boats will pass by Williams Wharf up to Long Point (green marker) and back to Williams Wharf, red mark. Boats will stage at the green area off Poplar Grove.
Find out more »February 2024
History of Williams Wharf Landing: Tales & Artifacts from the Wharf
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for the next of their Lecture Series, featuring Pamela Muffelman. Pamela, a Mathews local, will discuss the Wharf's history of shipbuilding, tobacco exports, customs house, and more! The event is free to attend.
Find out more »April 2024
Party at the Wharf Summer Series
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy at Williams Wharf for the Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2024! Gates open for the events at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm! The event is family-friendly, and kids 12 and under are free. Tickets are $5 (except for the 5/18 event, which is free for all), with a cash bar and food trucks at all events. Bring a lawn chair- cooler not permitted. Bands and Food Truck Listing: April 26 Robbie…
Find out more »May 2024
25th Annual Tour de Chesapeake
Located in Mathews, VA, on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay, the Tour de Chesapeake cycling event, now in its 25th year, offers rural, flat roads that all lead to water. There are 4 concise routes, each around 25 miles, which take cyclists from our own Gwynn's Island to Bethel Beach to the New Point Lighthouse. Each route has fully stocked rest stops, SAG support and lovely views galore! You may ride any route as many times as you like to add…
Find out more »June 2024
3rd Annual Party with a Purpose
Join the Mathews Rotary Club for its 3rd annual Party with a Purpose! This year's event benefits The Owens Center at the Mathews Land Conservancy, and features music by the Roadducks, and food by On the Flip Side and Coastal Thirst! Tickets include one drink, and can be purchased at MCVIC, Chesapeake Bay, Haskins Bayside Auto, and from all Mathews Rotarians.
Find out more »Lecture Series at Williams Wharf Landing
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for a discussion on the rise in modern aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay and why we should make room for it, with Mike Congrove and Stan Allen from Oyster Seed Holdings. Oyster aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay bloomed relatively late on the world stage, but rose very quickly in the 2000s so that Virginia now leads the East Coast in production. This growth was bolstered by the development of breeding techniques that maximize productivity. With this growth was…
Find out more »Mathews VFD 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest
Join the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department for the 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest! There are 15 boats participating in the contest! There will be live music, sales vendors, food vendors, a kids' zone and more! Your ticket includes unlimited beer and entry to the event (kids 10 and under are free). Hunter Owens will perform the National Anthem, and there will be live music from Part Time and DJ Tommy Eriksen! Food trucks include: The Seafood Shack, Coastal Thirst, Salty…
Find out more »Party at the Wharf
$5 at the gate (children 12 & under free)Gate opens at 5:00 PM; Live Music 6:00-9:00 PMMUSIC - William Earl Sadler & Low BottomFOOD TRUCK - Positive Pizza, Coastal Thirst and After Prom All ages welcome! Bring a friend and a chair! No coolers please. Hosted by the Mathews Land Conservancy, a 501(c)3 non-profit org, owners of the wharf - all proceeds benefit the facilities of the MLC.SPONSORS:Frances Hudgins, Hudgins Design CollaborativeShun XingLynette Glockner, Mathews PharmacyRandy, William & Virginia Hudgins,…
Find out more »September 2024
Party at the Wharf Summer Series
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy at Williams Wharf for the Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2024! Gates open for the events at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm! The event is family-friendly, and kids 12 and under are free. Tickets are $5 (except for the 5/18 event, which is free for all), with a cash bar and food trucks at all events. Bring a lawn chair- cooler not permitted. Bands and Food Truck Listing: April 26 Robbie…
Find out more »MLC’s Lecture Series
A Long-Awaited Update to the ‘State of the York’ Report! presented by CIRSE GONZALEZ Cirse Gonzalez, Coastal Training Program Coordinator of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia (CBNERR-VA) at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science will guide attendees through the recently completed update to the “State of the York” report - the first of its kind since 2002! The report provides an overview of various components of the York River and its watershed (including water quality/ecosystem health,…
Find out more »October 2024
Party at the Wharf Summer Series
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy at Williams Wharf for the Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2024! Gates open for the events at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm! The event is family-friendly, and kids 12 and under are free. Tickets are $5 (except for the 5/18 event, which is free for all), with a cash bar and food trucks at all events. Bring a lawn chair- cooler not permitted. Bands and Food Truck Listing: April 26 Robbie…
Find out more »Oyster Roast & BBQ Riot
Join the Mathews Rotary Club for all you can eat oysters & BBQ, and live music with Rob Oliver! Wine, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets are $40 in advance from any Rotarian, or at Mathews Visitor Center, Haskins Bayside Service Center or Chesapeake Bank in Mathews, or are $45 at the door.
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