RIVER REALM EVENTS

Festivals, markets, music and more — events in
Virginia’s River Realm are one of the best ways to unwind like a local.
  • “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation”

    Christchurch School 49 Seahorse Lane, Christchurch, VA, United States

    Special traveling exhibition from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture explores the unique and essential people, events and sites in Virginia that helped bring liberty and democracy to a […]

  • “Give Me Liberty” Travelling Exhibit at Essex County Museum

    Essex County Museum 218 Water Lane, Tappahannock, VA, United States

    Come see the “Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation” Traveling Exhibit at the Essex County Museum, on display June 22 – August 3, 2026. Step into Virginia’s […]

    Free
  • Summer Reads Start at Dee’s Attic!

    Lancaster Community Library 16 Town Centre Drive, Kilmarnock, VA, United States

    Stock up on great reads at Dee’s Attic Bookstore’s Summer Book Sale, running June 27 through August 1 at Lancaster Community Library. Browse a wide selection of children’s books, fiction, […]

  • Kids Overnight Camp (Ages 8-17)

    Kid’s Camps
    Camp Piankatank 1586 Stampers Bay Road, Hartfield, VA, United States

    Experience the best summer of your life at Camp Piankatank! Our summer camp is packed with thrilling adventures, engaging Bible studies, and wonderful friendships. Get ready for an incredible journey […]

  • Day Camp

    Kid’s Camps
    Camp Piankatank 1586 Stampers Bay Road, Hartfield, VA, United States

    The Day Camp program at Camp Piankatank is a unique opportunity to provide your child with an outdoor experience like nothing else. Day campers will have an opportunity to swim […]

    $250
  • Christchurch Sailing Camp Session I

    Kid’s Camps
    Christchurch School 49 Seahorse Lane, Christchurch, VA, United States

    With Christchurch being hailed as one of the premier sailing high schools in the nation, campers in our new “Adventure Sailing on the River” summer program will not only experience […]

    $600
  • LCL Children’s 2026 Summer Reading!

    Lancaster Community Library 16 Town Centre Drive, Kilmarnock, VA, United States

    Lancaster Community Library invites children and families to join the 2026 Summer Reading Program! This year’s theme is “Unearth a Story,” running July 1 through July 23. This fun-filled summer […]

  • Camp Together (Parent/Child Camp)

    Kid’s Camps
    Camp Piankatank 1586 Stampers Bay Road, Hartfield, VA, United States

    Camp Together Parent/Child Camp for children ages 6-16, with their parent.July 1-3 or July 29-31Cost is $250 per person

    $250
  • LCL Teen Center Summer Reading: Unearth A Story!

    Lancaster Community Library 16 Town Centre Drive, Kilmarnock, VA, United States

    Teens are invited to join the LCL Teen Center Summer Reading Program: “Unearth a Story!” This summer, rising grades 6–12 can read books, earn raffle tickets, and take part in […]

  • Walk in Paint Session

    36 North Arts & Crafts 36 N. Main Street, Kilmarnock, VA, United States

    Come in and unleash the artist in you. Choose your ceramic, paint then leave it to be fired and picked up within 7 days. No appointment necessary. Bring a friend, […]