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Culpeperpalooza 2026
2026-06-12 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Culpeperpalooza returns for the fifth year this June 12th and 13th at Mountain Run Winery. But this year Culpeperpalooza is going KID-CRAZY and bringing a Kidpeperpalooza too! We are partnering with Playdate: A Children’s Museum to bring a special kids zone to the event on Saturday June 13 with activities for all kids to enjoy!
For the adults we will still have Culpeper’s biggest celebration of live music, with multiple bands playing amazing local music on the BIG stage! If you love live, local music, this is the event for you.
Saturday we’ll also have a huge vendor village with craft vendors from around the area. Come browse a wide collection of handmade crafts where we’ll have something for everyone.
All proceeds from this event go towards supporting Playdate and SAFE (Services to Abused Families) nonprofits. We’ve raised over $46,000 for local nonprofits over the last four years, thanks to our sponsors and YOUR generous support of this great annual event.
This years event features an amazing lineup of local bands:
Friday Night 6-9pm: JAM SESSION ONLY
Bring your instrument and jam with Lemon Law or just come listen to the fun with a jam session at the pole barn
Saturday 12-8pm: THE MAIN EVENT
Two Peas Duo
Get Down Jack
Gold Top County Ramblers
Bobby G and the Heavies
Waking Napster
Plus the Kidpeperpalooza kid zone and craft vendor village will be running through the afternoon on Saturday as well.

CulpeperFest 2026
2026-06-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Daniel Tech Center – Germanna Community College, 18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
The 46th Annual CulpeperFest
Join us for one of Culpeper’s most anticipated community events as CulpeperFest returns at the 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫!
📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Germanna Daniel Technology Center
🎟️ New this year: No tickets needed. It is still FREE to attend!
What to expect:
• Over 130 local vendors
• Food trucks
• Beer & wine garden
• Large vehicle displays
• Face painting and caricature artists
• Cultural dancers
• Birds of prey display
• Live entertainment
• The return of the Soundwave Showdown music competition for its second year
CulpeperFest is a family‑friendly event open to the community and surrounding areas, bringing together local businesses, organizations, and neighbors for an evening of fun, entertainment, and connection.
🚗 VIP Parking Passes are available for $25, with proceeds benefiting the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund.
For vendor opportunities, sponsorship information, volunteer sign‑ups, and event updates, visit 𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭.𝐜𝐨𝐦.
Mark your calendar and invite your friends. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at CulpeperFest 2026! 🎈

Handpainted Clay Pots Paint and Take at Culpeper Artisan Collective
2026-06-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
🎨 Paint Your Own Clay Pot Workshop 🌼
Join us for a fun and creative afternoon at the Culpeper Artisan Collective! We’ll provide a clay pot, saucer, paints, brushes, and all the tools you need to create your own unique design.
Whether you’re decorating a pot for your favorite plant or creating a special keepsake, this workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike.
📅 Date: June 12
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Culpeper Artisan Collective
201 Waters Place, Suite 110
Culpeper, VA
👩‍🎨 Ages: 8 and up
💖 Mini & Me Friendly: Bring your child, grandchild, or favorite young artist and create together!
Take your painted clay pot and saucer home the same day and enjoy a memorable afternoon of creativity, laughter, and fun.
Spaces are limited at 12, so reserve your spot today! Registration will close June 9th.

"We Declare" Exhibit
2026-06-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Carver 4-County Museum, 9432 James Madison Hwy, Rapidan, VA, 22733, United States
We Declare . . .
that under the Virginia Declaration of Rights and the U. S. Declaration of Independence, we are free and independent.
This exhibit is an exploration of natural rights and 27 grievances that led colonists to say, “ENOUGH” in 1776 to a tyrant.
Examining the context of the times, the exhibit compares those 27 grievances to 2025, and asks, “Am I Giving Up My Freedom and Independence to Tyranny?”
​Open NOW through July 11, 2026 – Open Friday’s 11:00 am – 4:00 pm and by appointment by calling C. Carpenter at (540) 270-3891.

Sloth Yoga
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:15 | 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

Decoupage Basics WEEKLY Workshop at Culpeper Artisan Collective
2026-06-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Discover the art of decoupage and transform ordinary surfaces into beautiful works of art!
In this hands-on weekly workshop, you’ll learn a variety of decoupage techniques while working on different surfaces and projects.
Explore the creative possibilities of:
Decorative napkins
Rice papers
Tissue papers
Specialty papers and embellishments
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your skills, you can start a new project or continue building on an existing one each week. Learn new techniques, experiment with materials, and enjoy creating in a fun, supportive environment.
📅 Every Tuesday
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place, Suite 110 Culpeper, VA
Come create, learn, and connect with fellow makers. New participants are always welcome!

Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
2026-06-07 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-31 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-30 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-24 11:00 - 12:30 | 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.

Culpeper Pride Festival 2026
2026-06-07 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Spend the day in beautiful Culpeper celebrating Pride at scenic Mountain Run Winery. Culpeper Pride 2026 features live music throughout the day, an exciting drag show, local vendors, community organizations, and a variety of food trucks.
Guests can explore artisan booths, enjoy great food and wine, and experience the welcoming spirit of Culpeper’s LGBTQ+ community and allies. Whether you’re visiting for the day or making a weekend of it, Pride is the perfect opportunity to shop local, support small businesses, and celebrate in the heart of Virginia.
All are welcome.

Culpeper Rodeo Boots and Bowties Ball
2026-06-06 18:30 - 21:30 | The Inn at Kelly’s Ford, 16589 Edwards Shop Rd., Remington, VA, 22734, United States
Join us for the annual release of the Culpeper Rodeo tickets with Live Music, dessert auction with a live auctioneer, All proceeds go to the Culpeper Rodeo.
This annual ball has finally found a home.
Tickets!

CARS Cruise In Car Show
2026-06-06 17:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market
2026-06-06 07:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-30 07:30 - 12:00 | 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.

CIVIL WAR SPECIALTY TOUR: The Southern Wing & The Sacred Ridge: A 163rd Brandy Station Anniversary Commemoration
2026-06-06 | The Inn at Kelly’s Ford, 16589 Edwards Shop Rd., Remington, VA, 22734, United States
The Southern Wing & The Sacred Ridge: A 163rd Anniversary Commemoration
When: Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Where: Kelly’s Ford, Stevensburg, and Hansbrough’s Ridge (Culpeper, VA)
Lunch Location: The Inn at Kelly’s Ford
Join Culpeper Battlefield Tours for an exclusive journey through the “Union’s Valley Forge.” To mark the 163rd Anniversary of the Battle of Brandy Station, we are offering a rare, first-ever public tour of Hansbrough’s Ridge.
Hidden beneath a forest canopy described as a “Cathedral in the Woods,” this restricted site contains the nation’s largest concentration of untouched Civil War encampment features. Attendees will walk original military roads and see perfectly preserved hut-sites and fire-pits exactly as they were left in 1864.
The day begins with a tactical exploration of the “Southern Wing” maneuvers at Kelly’s Ford and Stevensburg, followed by a keynote lecture from authoritative historian Clark “Bud” Hall at the historic Inn at Kelly’s Ford.
Tickets & Registration:
Early Bird: $195 (Before May 15)
Standard: $240 (After May 15)
Note: Capacity is strictly limited to 50 guests. This tour requires 2+ miles of hiking on uneven, wooded terrain.
Secure your spot at: https://culpeperbattlefieldtours.com/163rd-brandy-station

The Seldom Scene Live at Jill's Lounge
2026-05-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Ferlazzo 1938, 137 S Main St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Enjoy an intimate evening of live music with The Lonesome Millies in Jill’s Lounge. Relax with great tunes, cozy vibes, and your favorite drinks in downtown Culpeper.

Mike Henry at Mountain Run Winery
2026-05-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Come enjoy the last weekend of May with local favorite Mike Henry playing and singing a wide variety of relaxing tunes from 2:00-5:00pm at the barns.
The winery’s pizza grill will be open from 12-6pm while supplies last so bring your appetites for delicious made from scratch pizza!

Belmont Farm Distillery: Touch a Truck!
2026-05-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Belmont Farm Distillery, 13490 Cedar Run Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Proud to announce our 3rd Touch A Truck Event!! We will have trucks, police cars and ambulances from local Fire Departments and Emergency Responders including Virginia Department of Transportation, Rapidan and Richardsville Fire Depts, Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office, EquipmemtShare, Rusty’s Towing and supporting local businesses/organizations with Jax Wax of Culpeper and Mom2Mom-Virginia!! Food and beverage will be available for purchase. We will also have a bounce house for the kids and be sure to check out our new playground and sandbox. We will have live music from Brandon Wayne and His Lonesome Drifters. We will also have Country Kettle popcorn and TheDreamsicle ice cream available for purchase. Adults enjoy one FREE cocktail or beer!! Parking and admission are free!

Culpeper Torch Run 2026
2026-05-30 08:30 - 10:30 | Yowell Meadow Park, Corner of Blue Ridge Ave and Route 522 North, Culpeper, VA, 22701
Join us for our 2026 Culpeper Law Enforcement Torch Run! Every dollar goes to Special Olympics Virginia!
The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics began in 1981 in Kansas when Wichita Police Chief Richard LaMunyon saw an urgent need to raise funds and increase awareness for Special Olympics. Chief LaMunyon created the Torch Run as a way to involve his officers in the community by running a torch relay for their local Special Olympics.
More than 40 years later, 97,000+ law enforcement officers from around the world are involved and have raised more than $1 billion to support community-based sport programs for people with intellectual disabilities!

Details

This race is open to everyone, runners and walkers!
Team or group registration is available for $20 for teams of 5 or more! Group pricing is up until the race. T-shirts are only guaranteed for registrations made by the end of May 14, 2026. Registration increases to $35 on May 15, 2026.
Race starts @ 8:30am | Fun Run starts @ 9:30am | Awards @ 9:45am
Yowell Meadow Park parking lots will be accessible. Additional parking will be accessible in the Culpeper County lot across the street from Yowell Meadow Park on the N. Blue Ridge Avenue side.

Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at jdavis@culpeperva.gov

Bailey Hayes Live at Jill's Lounge
2026-05-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Ferlazzo 1938, 137 S Main St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join Bailey Hayes for a live acoustic performance in Jill’s Lounge. Spend the evening enjoying talented local music in a laid-back setting.

Bikes and Coffee MEETUP!
2026-05-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Fulton Moto, 107 S East St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Riders, gear up! Join us for another Bikes and Coffee Morning Moto Meetup. a chance to connect with other motorcycle enthusiasts. No matter the brand, no matter the style, we’re just here to hang out with folks who love the ride.
Coffee and food available at Fulton Moto!
Come by, meet fellow riders, and check out what we’ve got. See you there

The Lonesome Millies Live at Jill's Lounge
2026-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Ferlazzo 1938, 137 S Main St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States

Little Birdies at Mountain Run Winery
2026-05-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Live Appalachian bluegrass, gospel, folk, and country music by the Little Birdies 3-6 pm at Mountain Run Winery on Saturday May 23rd.
2B-Q Brazilian BBQ and Bakery will also be onsite all afternoon serving up delicious Latin American churrasco inspired food.
The winery is open from 12-7pm so come out and enjoy a lovely spring afternoon of fun!
