FEATURED EVENTS

Steamboat Era Museum 6th Annual Holiday Marketplace

December 7 @ 10:00 am

irvington Steamboat Era Museum

"The Holly & The Ivy": A Traditional Carol Sing

December 9 @ 3:30 pm

Historic Christ Church

Kilmarnock Lighted Christmas Parade

December 13 @ 5:30 pm

Kilmarnock

Journey to Bethlehem: A Drive-Through Celebration of Christmas

December 14 @ 5:00 pm

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church

Urbanna's Polar Express

December 20 @ 6:00 pm

Town of Urbanna, Virginia

Urbanna Oyster Festival

November 6, 2020 @ 10:00 am

Shuckin' on the Lancaster Green

November 14, 2020 @ 1:00 pm

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Sat

Museum in the Streets

August 28, 2019 - January 27, 2020

The Town of Urbanna

Sat

Sewlovelee Retreats

September 1, 2019 @ 8:00 am - December 31, 2020 @ 5:00 pm

Sewlovelee

Sat

RAL Art Center ‘Annual Holiday Shop’

December 4 @ 10:00 am - December 8 @ 4:00 pm

RAL Art Center

Sat

Steamboat Era Museum 6th Annual Holiday Marketplace

December 7 @ 10:00 am - December 8 @ 4:00 pm

irvington Steamboat Era Museum

Sat

The Chesapeake Chorale at Lancaster Middle School

December 7 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lancaster Middle School Theater

Sun

Jonathan Flacka Live at NN Burger

December 8 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

NN Burger

Sun

John Hardy’s ” A Christmas Carol”

December 8 @ 1:00 pm

Middlesex High School

Sun

The Chesapeake Chorale at St Clare Walker Middle School

December 8 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

St. Clare Walker Middle School

Mon

“The Holly & The Ivy”: A Traditional Carol Sing

December 9 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Historic Christ Church

Wed

Walk in the Park at Kilmarnock Town Centre Park

December 11 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Kilmarnock Town Centre Park

Thu

Thursday Social Northern Neck Shaggers

December 12 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

KC’s Crabs & Cues

Thu

Shane Cooley ~ Holiday Homecoming plays Willaby’s Thursday on the Rise

December 12 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Willaby's

Thu

Mercy Creek at Kilmarnock Brewhuas

December 12 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Kilmarnock Brewhaus

Fri

RAL Art Center Workshop – ‘Holiday Flower Arrangements’

December 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

RAL Art Center

Fri

Jackson Creek Christmas Cruise

December 13 @ 4:45 pm - 8:00 pm

Deltaville Community Center

Fri

C & D’s Kuntry Kitchen (Food Truck) at Good Luck Cellars

December 13 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Good Luck Cellars

Fri

Kilmarnock Lighted Christmas Parade

December 13 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Kilmarnock

Fri

Zack Salsberry plays Willaby’s Friday Night Live

December 13 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Willaby's

Sat

Jingle Bell 5K & Kids Fun Run

December 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Piankatank River Golf Course

Sat

An Artisan Holiday – The Sequel

December 14 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Allure Art Center

Sat

Anthony Farris at NN Burger

December 14 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

NN Burger

Sat

Journey to Bethlehem: A Drive-Through Celebration of Christmas

December 14 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church

Sun

Cecil Charles Live at NN Burger

December 15 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

NN Burger

Sun

Author Talks: New Biographies of Mary Ball Washington

December 15 @ 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Lancaster Community Library

Fri

Hungry Hungry Arrow (Food Truck) at Good Luck Cellars

December 20 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Good Luck Cellars

Fri

Urbanna’s Polar Express

December 20 @ 6:00 pm - December 21 @ 6:00 pm

Town of Urbanna, Virginia

Fri

The Va. Shellphish Coalition plays Willaby’s Friday Night Live

December 20 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Willaby's

Fri

Tacky Sweater Party with Christmas Karaoke

December 20 @ 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm

The 606 featuring Walkabout Creek and The Quays

Sat

Byrd’s Seafood Truck at Good Luck Cellars

December 21 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Good Luck Cellars

Sat

Christmas Pet Parade with Santa

December 21 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am

Sona Bank

Sat

Rappahannock Foundation for the Arts Concert: The Barefoot Movement

December 21 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Lancaster Middle School Theater

Mon

Holiday Classics at Good Luck Cellars

December 23 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Good Luck Cellars

Fri

Mercy Creek at Something Different

December 27 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Something Different

Signature Events

Name: Thursday Social Northern Neck Shaggers
Start: 2020-01-02T18:30:00+00:00
End: 2020-01-02T21:00:00+00:00
Location: KC’s Crabs & Cues

Mar

Rappahannock River Waterfowl Show

March 21 - 22, 2020

Now in its 41st year! One of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events in the South for March, this show brings exhibitors featuring original paintings, carvings, sculptures, decoys and more. The Rappahannock River Waterfowl Show is an unique art festival showcasing wildfowl art. Original paintings, prints, carvings of life-size and miniature birds of all kinds, decoys for display or hunting, antique decoys, exquisite bronze sculptures, photography, taxidermy, and handcrafted jewelry are all available to purchase or enjoy viewing. All proceeds support the White Stone Volunteer Fire Department. Website: rrws.org

Apr

Shuckapalooza

Returning Spring 2021!

Shuckapalooza returns in 2021! Rock this oyster party! The Shuckapalooza ticket is your backstage pass to the hottest new oyster scene. Check out private oyster farms, harvest methods, ecology with a real life waterman, samplings of oysters, plus wine and beer pairings. Take a one day tour of unique, bucket-list worthy, authentic experiences-each at its own location. For more info on how to "Shucka" like a pro, check out our blog post. More information at www.shuckapalooza.com.

May

Deltaville Seafood Festival

May 8 - May 9, 2020

Celebrate life by the river! Crab races, shucking demos, a boat show and more! With an amazing collection of pop-up seafood restaurants, festival food and a diverse group of arts and crafts vendors from the Village to the Deltaville Maritime Museum live bands, red-white-and-brew tent, this event will kick-off your summer fun! You Tube Video: 2018 deltaville seafood festival Website: deltavilleseafoodfestival.com

May

Urbanna Cup

May 15-16, 2020

Cocktail Class Wooden Boat Racing, they're fun, they're fast and intoxicating to watch and each boat is named after a cocktail drink! Watch from the pier at the Urbanna Town Marina while choosing who you think will win! Festivities include good eats, beer and wine, and an awards ceremony. Website: urbannacup.com YouTube Video: Urbanna Cup

May

Arts in the Middle

May 30 - May 31, 2020

Two days of cultural entertainment on the stately grounds of the 17th century Hewick Plantation. Artisans display their works of fine art for sale while visitors enjoy musicians and fresh local cuisine paired with craft brews, Virginia wines and champagne. Website: artsinthemiddle.com YouTube Video: Arts in the Middle

Jul

Raise the Roof Craft Beer Fest

(July 13, 2019)

“Raise the Roof” at Historic Christ Church & Museum's 6th-Annual Craft Beer Fest. Enjoy 12 Craft Beers, delicious BBQ (or vegetarian fare), homemade ice cream, & live music by Good Shot Judy and Bobby “Blackhat” Walters. Ticket includes a souvenir glass & five craft beer tasting tickets, one serving of BBQ (or veggie fare) with fixings from Willaby’s, homemade ice cream & awesome music all at one of Virginia’s most historic sites. Make a family weekend around this event. Photo credit: Bruce Nelson Photography More information and how to purchase tickets . . . . Website: christchurch1735.org

Aug

Irvington Crab Festival

(August 10, 2019)

At the 8th annual Irvington Crab Festival, join 750+ people and pick your way through bushels of crabs. Beer and wine are available for purchase and a silent auction adds to the festivities. Buy your tickets in advance; no sales at the door. Website: steamboateramuseum.org YouTube video: Irvington Crab Festival

Nov

Urbanna Oyster Festival

November 6 - 7, 2020

The Official Oyster Festival of the Commonwealth! Over 60,000 attendees walk the streets of Urbanna for everything “oyster.” Parades, art, oyster shucking contest, children’s activities, antique car show, music, wine and beer tastings. Try the "VIP Oyster Lovers Experience" exclusive festival tickets with over the top amenities! Website: urbannaoysterfestival.com YouTube Video: Urbanna Oyster Festival

Nov

Taste By The Bay-Wine, Arts & Ale

(November 23, 2019)

2019 is SOLD OUT! Sample Virginia wines, Virginia craft brews, and tastings from local restaurants. Enjoy live music, tour maritime attractions, and just in time for the holiday shopping season - a variety of artisan vendors. All on the award winning grounds of the Tides Inn. Website: tastebythebay.com YouTube Video: Taste by the Bay