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Culpeper’s Role in the Story of Religious Liberty Past, Present, and Future
2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:45 UTC | Culpeper County High School, 14240 Achievement Dr., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join us for an evening exploring Culpeper’s role in the history of religious liberty, beginning with the imprisonment of 11 Baptist preachers during the colonial era and tracing how those events helped shape a founding principle of our nation. This collaborative program, hosted by Culpeper Baptist Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the Islamic Center of Culpeper, will also reflect on the ongoing impact of religious freedom in our community today.

LARP Adventures: Rites of Spring
2026-04-23 12:00 - 2026-04-26 15:00 UTC | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Rites of Spring 2026 is a four (4) day LARP festival at Mountain Run Winery, full of fun, feasting, and adventure!
SIGN UP NOW: https://www.larpadventures.com/product-page/event-package
HEAR YE! HEAR YE!
The Great Council of the land of Osterra & the Vidarian Khanate calls all those of adventurous spirit to attend the Rites of Spring!​
Join us as we continue the ongoing narrative campaign of the realm, the world of Osterra, a world of adventure, with fantastic professions, a world of scholars and research, a world of war, and turmoil.
Normally with coming of April, the snows would be melted, and life would return to bloom, but not this year. This year you, and the rest of the adventurers of Osterra will have to fight to claim Spring! Embark on another perilous journey—this time to the kingdom of Eponore, where the unified forces of Osterra gather to wage war on The Court of The Winter Queen. But she, of course, has her own plans to dominate the realm and expand her frozen empire.
We will seek the most clever and brave champions of the realm.
At the Rites of Spring each year are held great tournaments to determine who is most skilled with sword, spear, and bow. This year we will continue in those traditions, testing not only martial prowess, and strength of arms, but speed of whit. Wizards and Healers test their prowess, striving for individual glory, and working together to prepare the Lazerat, as a bastion against the Winter Queen’s powers.
Grab your weapons of choice, your spellbook, and join us for a weekend of Live Action Role Playing, LARP battles, puzzles, games of skill & chance, quests, feasting, and revelry at Mountain Run Winery in Culpeper, Virginia. It is a celebration of Spring!
LARP Adventures is proud to present The Rites of Spring. It’s a perfect event for those who have never LARPed before, and yet challenging with a depth of story, and competitive combat, so that even veteran fighters, and role players will find their skills pushed to the limit. This is both an individual and team-based event. It combines elements of scavenger hunts, adventure racing, puzzle solving, resource allocation, and live action combat with safe foam weapons to provide a fun weekend of adventure. Set within the LARP Adventures’ fantasy realm of Osterra, an immersive live action roleplaying world, where monsters, brigands and dark forces lurk within the forest, swamps, and hills.
Rites of Spring Schedule, registration, and more information can be found at: https://www.larpadventures.com/rites-of-spring-event
SIGN UP NOW: https://www.larpadventures.com/product-page/event-package

Sloth Yoga
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-05-07 18:00 - 19:15 UTC | Pranapiloga, 133 East Davis St. Suite 360, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Slow, mindful yoga. Generally following the Hatha Yoga lineage and incorporating The Eight Limbs of Yoga, we will slow down, moving in our own time and exploring what feels good.
Please bring your favorite blanket.
$25 per person per class

Book Club @ The Vineyard
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Book Club @ The Vineyard – The discussion begins at 6 pm, and we are reading A Death in Vienna by Frank Tallis. The Vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so pop in early for a glass of wine and a snack to enjoy during the conversation.

Rapidan River Master Gardener Plant Sale
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Carver Center, 9432 North James Madison Hwy., Rapidan, 22733, United States
🌿 Join us for our Annual Plant Sale! 🌿
Discover a wide variety of locally grown indoor & outdoor plants—perfect for your home, garden, or veggie patch 🍅🌸
🛠️ Plus! Don’t miss our Garden Yard Sale
Browse gently used gardening tools, pots, and decorative finds—because one gardener’s extras are another gardener’s treasure 😉
🛍️ Garden-Themed Vendors:
🖊️ Lil Whimsical Stationery Shop — plant-themed greeting cards, journals & stickers
💍 SM Artistic Designs — plant-inspired jewelry, keychains & original artwork
🏺 The Riverbanks Pottery — handcrafted mugs, planters & garden accessories
🪶 Windy Hill Gourdcraft — beautiful birdhouses, vases & bowls made from locally grown gourds — every piece is unique!
🪱 Hall Cottage — rich, natural worm castings to feed your garden from the ground up
🌍 Educational Vendors:
💧 Culpeper Soil and Water — protect and enrich your land
🌊 Friends of the Rappahannock — steward our local waterways
🌲 Virginia Department of Forestry — trees, forests & sustainable landscaping
Shop local. Learn something new. Grow your garden. 🌱
🍴 Food Vendors
🔥 Veeney’s Family Grill
🌱 Why it matters:
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit of trained Extension Master Gardener Volunteers serving Culpeper, Madison, Orange & Greene counties. Our mission: share science-based gardening and horticulture information to help our community grow—one plant at a time. 🌱
All proceeds support local community projects including pollinator gardens, school programs, library seed exchanges, senior outreach, farmers market education tents, and the Carver Demonstration Garden.
Your purchase helps us grow a greener, more connected community 🌍💚
💵 Cash | 💳 Cards | ✔️ Checks Accepted
Come early, bring a friend, and leave with plants you didn’t know you needed (it happens to the best of us 😉🌿)

Park Day at Cedar Mountain Battlefield
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Cedar Mountain Battlefield, 9465 General Winder Road, Rapidan, VA, 22733
Meeting place
Meet at Visitors Center at 9:00 AM
Planned Activities
General cleanup of trails and interpretive signage. Demo old greenhouses on adjoining property. More TBD.
Should I bring any tools or supplies?
Work gloves, proper attire.
Is there a rain date?
In the instance of inclement weather, Park Day will continue as planned.

Park Day at Historic Salubria
2026-04-25 09:00 - 23:30 UTC | Salubria, 19173 Salubria Lane, Stevensburg, VA, 22741, United States
Join us for the American Battlefield Trust’s nationwide annual cleanup day!
A variety of indoor and outdoor activities will be available, including:
-Cleaning up the Salubria Community Cemetery (cleaning headstones, clearing brush, picking up deadfall, cutting back saplings)
-Repairing the split-rail fence (digging holes, inserting fence posts)
-Tidying up outside the house (picking up deadfall, raking leaves)
-Tidying up inside the house (sweeping, dusting)
-And more!
Volunteers will be treated to a special behind-the-scenes tour with staff.
We have some tools available, but if you have your own, bring it! We will be using clippers, post diggers, saws, axes, hatchets, loppers, brooms, rakes, dusters, and shovels. Volunteers should also bring gloves and any other protective gear. Wear sturdy shoes, long-sleeves and pants.
Volunteers should meet at the parking area beside Historic Salubria between 8:45am and 9:00am. Follow the gravel driveway through the gate, and park near the modern cottage. We will convene near there.
Learn more: https://www.battlefields.org/…/volu…/historic-salubria-1

“Patriots of Color in the Revolutionary War” by Dr. Shelley Murphy at the Carver Center
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Carver Center, 9432 North James Madison Hwy., Rapidan, 22733, United States
The Culpeper Minutemen Chapter will recognize African American and Native American History in the Revolutionary War as we approach the 250th Anniversary of this Nation. We will also talk about the 20 known Patriots of Color, both free and enslaved, from the Culpeper area, who also served to create this nation. The Culpeper Minutemen Chapter SAR wishes to thank the Museum of Culpeper History for its research and Culpeper County for its support with the VASSAR ColorGuard.

Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:30 UTC | 111 Commerce St, Culpeper, VA 22701, 111 Commerce Street, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Explore the story of Culpeper on this 75-minute guided walking tour through its historic downtown. From Native lands and early settlement to the Revolution and Civil War, discover how this small town became a key crossroads in American history.
This story-driven experience brings the past to life through the people, places, and moments that shaped Culpeper—while uncovering hidden stories and overlooked history you won’t find on your own. Perfect for visitors and locals alike.

Murder Mystery Tea Party at the Library
2026-04-25 11:00 - 13:30 UTC | Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join us for a morning steeped in secrets and suspense at our Murder Mystery Tea Party! Sip refreshing tea, enjoy delicious treats, and put your detective skills to the test as you uncover clues, solve puzzles, and unravel a twist hidden between the lines.
In this library… silence isn’t the only thing that’s deadly. 📚
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026, 11:00am – 1:30pm
📍 Sign up online: https://www.cclva.org/event/murder-mystery-tea-party-10841 or call us at 540.825.8691
🫖 Ages 18+; Semi-formal attire encouraged
📌 Registration is required
Can you crack the case before the final reveal?

Seafood Saturday at DuCard Vineyards
2026-04-25 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ducard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Lane, Etlan, V, 22719, United States
Oh yeah! Our spring Seafood Saturday at DuCard Vineyards is back! Nomini Bay Oyster Ranch will be providing the freshest and most delicious oysters from the Northern Neck: raw, steamed, grilled, and grilled with toppings. They will also be offering steamed shrimp and non-seafood items!. Throw in the music of South Canal Street and add the beautiful mountain and vineyard views, and you have a day made in heaven! So grab a bottle of wine, some fine oysters, find a seat, and enjoy a great afternoon at DuCard. Admission tickets are $12 in advance and $20 at the gate. Ticket includes a souvenir logo wine glass to take home!

2026 Cal Tri Culpeper - 4.26.26
2026-04-26 08:00 - 12:30 UTC | Mountian Run Lake Park, Pavilion #4
Culpeper’s Mountain Run Lake Park, situated in north-central Virginia, is located between D.C./NOVA (75 miles), Richmond (90 miles) and Charlottesville (45 miles). Bring the whole family for a relaxing race-cation.
18 EVENT OPTIONS. 6 Olympic distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 1640 Yard Swim & 10K Run), 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run) and 6 Youth Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run). Triathlon = swim + bike + run. Typically, the swim and run distances are standard but the bike distance varies from race to race. Check out the course maps for more detailed information
TO DO. Culpeper National Cemetery. Old House Vineyards. Museum Of Culpeper History.
AIRPORT. Dulles International Airport
AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG). 57 F / 81 F
WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG). 75 F. Wetsuit legal.

Gnarly Culpeper Block Party and Brew Fest
2026-04-26 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Culpeper Downtown
Get Ready for the 2026 Gnarly Culpeper Block Party & Brewfest! 🍻🎉
Mark your calendars for an epic day of fun and flavor at the 2026 Gnarly Culpeper Block Party & Brewfest on April 25, 2026! Join us as we transform downtown Culpeper into a lively celebration of craft brews, delicious food, and fantastic live music.
– Date: April 25, 2026
– Time: 12pm-5pm
– Location: Train Depot in Culpeper Downtown, VA
Sip and savor a variety of local and regional craft beers from top breweries, while indulging in mouthwatering bites from food vendors offering everything from BBQ to gourmet snacks. Dance to live performances from talented local bands and enjoy activities for all ages.
Stay tuned for more updates, including a complete lineup of breweries, food options, and entertainment details. Don’t miss out on this gnarly celebration of community, craft, and good times!

Art @ The Vineyard – Barbara Hawley
2026-05-01 - 2026-06-30 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Revalation Vineyards is pleased to feature artist Barbara Hawley in both of our tasting rooms for May and June of 2026. Her exhibition, titled “Piece Work,” features wood piece assemblages. Creating them involves problem-solving, arranging, and finding the mystery in the newly created artwork. Barbara is an artist, teacher, and writer who received a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Arts with a minor in Art History from the University of Maryland. She developed the first Artist-in-Residence Program at the University of Virginia’s Cancer Center, where she focused on the importance of creative self-expression. She also started art programs for Virginia Neuro Care and Play Partners (a division of Children, Youth, and Family Services) in Charlottesville, Virginia. Currently, Barbara is the artist-in-residence at MAD Arts in Madison, Virginia, where she teaches and exhibits her artwork. She is interested in a wide variety of media, from drawing to watercolor, acrylic, collage, as well as jewelry, assemblage, photography, and more.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT: Art is not only a very important part of my life – it is my life. It is my joy and expression. It engages me and fulfills me. It is my gift to share.

Book World Meets Wine World - MK England
2026-05-01 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Join us at 6 pm as author MK England discusses several of their works. M. K. England grew up on the Space Coast of Florida, watching shuttle launches from the backyard. These days, they live on a micro-farm in rural Virginia packed with video and board games, plants, D&D books, and their kindergartener’s giant personality. They’re probably covered in dirt right now. MK is the author of thirteen novels for kids, teens, and adults, including the forthcoming Field Guide for the Formerly Villainous. You can find them at mkengland.com. The vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so pop by early for a glass of verjus to enjoy during the discussion.

Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market
2026-05-02 07:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-09 07:30 - 12:00 UTC | Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S West St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Saturday mornings in Downtown Culpeper are about to get a whole lot tastier. The Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market returns Saturday, May 2, inviting families, foodies, and friends to kick off the season at the longest-running and most successful farmers market in the area. Overseen by Culpeper’s nonprofit Main Street program, Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), the market features an incredible lineup of 37 full-time and 25 part-time vendors including farmers, growers, bakers and craft artisans.

From meats to mushrooms, honey to hydrangeas, and breakfast biscuits to bath bombs, each Saturday offers something new to discover. And be sure not to miss out on market staples like eggs, bread, jam, hot sauce, hard cider, dog treats, and more.

Girls on the Run Piedmont Spring 5K (formerly Wicked Bottom)
2026-05-02 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Lenn Park, 19206 Edwin Wy, Culpeper, V, 22701, United States
Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! The entire community is welcome to run, walk, cheer or volunteer.

CARS Cruise In Car Show
2026-05-02 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Southgate Shopping Center, 309 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Cruise In for a cause on the 1st Saturday monthly from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Southgate Shopping Center. CARS: Christ-Centered Addiction Restoration Services. 50/50 and Raffle Tickets available.

The Raleigh Ringers - Live Concert
2026-05-02 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S West St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
The Raleigh RingersExperience an unforgettable evening of music with The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally acclaimed handbell choir known for their energetic performances and unique blend of sacred, secular, and popular music. This dynamic concert showcases precision, artistry, and a sound unlike anything you’ve heard before.

The Commons at Little Fork Church ADA Trail Grand Opening!
2026-05-03 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Little Fork Church, 16461 Oak Shade Rd., Rixeyville, VA, 22737, United States
Little Fork Interpretive & Recreational Trail marks the first completed phase of The Commons at Little Fork Church—a shared community space that brings together nature, history, and the arts. Built through funding partnerships, the generous gift of professional expertise, and a congregation’s commitment to open this historic land to all, the trail offers a free, accessible place for walking, reflection, and gathering.
We invite you to join us on May 3 as we celebrate the opening of this new space.
1:00 Lunch & Lawn Games
2:00 Recognition & Ribbon Cutting
2:30 Gregg’s Grove Dedication
3:00 All Ages Scavenger Hunt

Junk Journal Workshop
2026-05-08 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Junk Journal Workshop
Two sessions: May 8 & 15, 5–8 PM
Create your own themed junk journal using a 5×5″ chipboard album with 6 pages. We’ll paint, decoupage, stamp, stencil, and learn how to make pockets for trinkets, flip-out pages, secret compartments, and more using ephemera, papers, lace, and other fun materials.

You’ll have 6 hours total to complete your journal.
Only 10 seats available
Register by May 5 so the instructor can purchase supplies. Registration closes after this date.
Bring a friend, your favorite beverages, and snacks!
No experience necessary—all materials provided.

Hosted by: Culpeper Artisan Collective
📍 201 Waters Place, Suite 110
Culpeper, VA 22701
Taught by: Kirsten Scannon
Perfect for mixed-media lovers, curious beginners, and anyone who likes their art with a little imagination.
Junk Journal Workshop

Living Succulent Wreath Workshop
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Botanical Dwellings, 404 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Interested in learning how to create and maintain a living succulent wreath? Leslie will provide step by step instructions on how to create these gorgeous arrangements. And give helpful tips and tricks to ensure your wreath creation thrives. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a lover of plants or just looking for a creative outlet, this workshop is right for you.
Registration Details
Registration includes instruction, a 10 inch metal wreath frame, a variety of succulents, dried flowers and decorative moss. All materials and tools will be provided. Just bring your creativity.
Arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in, and we’ll start right on time. Our workshops are held in our new location at 105 E Davis Street.
Kids aged 9 and up are welcome to join, but space is limited to one guardian per participant under 18.
Please note: All registrations are non-refundable.
About The Instructor
Leslie Geer is a botanical designer with a design studio in downtown Staunton, in the historic Stonewall Jackson Schoolhouse on Beverley Street.
She creates custom botanical pieces, with a focus on succulents and airplants, repurposing found and collected vintage treasures. Since 2021, she has collaborated with the Staunton Downtown Development Association, designing and maintaining the planters of over 30 businesses in Staunton’s shopping district from May to October during their Shop & Dine Out season. Leslie also tends gardens year round on the grounds of Pharsalia, a 200 year old flower farm and event venue in Nelson County. She has been developing a program of botanical workshops that have been well received at Pharsalia and also in Staunton Harrisonburg, and Culpeper, VA.

Rosé, Rosé, All Day at Revalation Vineyards
2026-05-09 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Taste rosés from seven exceptional Virginia Wineries without leaving our tasting room! Join us for an exclusive all-day tasting event featuring carefully curated selections from the Commonwealth’s finest vineyards. Experience the full spectrum of rosé—from crisp, mineral-driven Provence-style wines to vibrant, fruit-forward expressions bursting with raspberry and watermelon, and semi-dry rosés for wine lovers seeking sweetness.
Tickets include tastings from all seven wineries and light snacks. They make the perfect surprise for a spouse, or a fantastic outing with Mom, or a memorable day with friends. Don’t miss the chance to explore the variety, craftsmanship, and elegance of Virginia’s rosé wines, all in one place. Participating wineries include: Revalation Vineyards, Afton Mountain Vineyards, Beliveau Farm Winery, Ingleside Vineyards, Lexington Valley Vineyard, Muse Vineyards, and Woodbrook Farm Vineyard.
✨ Tasting Room access will be limited to ticket holders only.
🎟 Advance tickets: $30, Day-of tickets: $35, Noon to 6 pm.
🗓 Tickets on sale now: https://revalationvineyards.com/event/rose-rose-all-day/
