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"We Declare" Exhibit
2026-04-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | 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.

East Coast Scrap Circuit #1 - Armored Combat Event
2026-03-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
We’re excited to unveil the very first Scrap Circuit, a new armored combat event building full-contact medieval fighting on the East Coast. Fighters from multiple teams, gyms, and organizations will step into the list with period-accurate medieval armor and real steel weapons to test themselves in the fast-paced, unscripted, brutal sport of Buhurt.
The Scrap Circuit is a monthly scrimmage event where anything can happen. With no rankings or titles on the line, fighters push limits, test new strategies, and face fresh opponents, making every bout unpredictable and intense. Whether you’re a longtime fan of combat sports or seeing Buhurt for the first time, The Scrap delivers raw medieval mayhem you can feel from the sidelines.
Cost of entry is free, but donations will be very gratefully accepted. The participating fighters might very well have some of their home teams’ merchandise to sell, so make sure you get a look and support your local medieval combat organizations!

Spring's Coming! Book Folding Art Class
2026-03-28 12:30 - 15:30 | Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
You’ve seen them! You love them! Now you can learn how to create your own!
March 28th from 12:30 to 3:30 PM Debbie of DL Creations will teach you how to create your own book folded art. You choose your design!
Choose your design:
Tulips
Butterfly
Cross
You’ll make your selection when you register at www.dlcreations540.com
Hosted by Culpeper Artisan Collective at PeaPod Atelier 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701

CulpeperCon 2026: The Fantastic 4th Edition
2026-03-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
CulpeperCon 2026: The Fantastic 4th Edition returns to the Culpeper County Library with Host Supreme Friends of the Culpeper County Library for two epic days of fandom, creativity, and community fun! This FREE, family-friendly convention celebrates storytelling through comics, cosplay, and pop culture, welcoming everyone from lifelong comic readers to young artists and fans of all ages.
The excitement begins on Friday evening, March 27, with the fan-favorite Cosplay Runway & Contest, where heroes, villains, and icons from every universe take the stage to showcase their
creativity.
The story continues Saturday, March 28, when the library becomes a hub of action for the Main Event Day with a keynote presentation, artist alley, workshops, games, and more.
This year’s featured keynote speaker is John Gallagher: art teacher, art director, and co-founder of Kids Love Comics, an organization that promotes literacy through graphic novels. John is also the creator of the hit Max Meow series and brings his passion for storytelling to life through workshops that inspire kids to create their own comics.

Oak Shade Farm - Open Farm Day
2026-03-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Oak Shade Farm, 14455 Waterford Run Lane, Rixeyville, VA, 22737, United States
Join us at Oak Shade Christmas Tree Farm for our very first Open Farm Day of 2026. This special day will introduce you to the fascinating world of Shiitake mushroom farming. We will explain every step involved in mushroom cultivation, from harvesting the logs on which the mushrooms will be grown to harvesting the delicious Shiitake mushrooms after they mature.- a true culinary delight!
While you’re here, meet our adorable animals, especially our baby mini woolly donkey, Parsley, born on February 20th, who can’t wait to greet you.
We hope you will come out and catch a bit of spring fever here at Oak Shade Farm. We look forward to sharing a special day with you!

Book Club @ The Vineyard
2026-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Join us at 6 pm as we discuss Doppelganger by Naomi Klein. The Vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so drop in early for a glass of wine to enjoy during the discussion.

Eggstravagant Egg Hunt at the Culpeper Sports Complex
2026-03-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Culpeper Sports Complex, 16358 Competition Dr., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Ages 2-12: Join Culpeper County Parks & Recreation, community vendors, volunteers, and more at the Culpeper Sports Complex – 16358 Competition Dr., Culpeper, VA 22701 for a fun night of egg hunting and family-friendly activities.
The Egg Hunt will be broken into age groups 2-3, 4-5 and 6-8, and 9-12. Children will then be directed to their respective soccer field (divided by age group) to hunt for candy.
Field Line-Up Times
– Adaptive Field: 6:00pm
– Ages 2-3: 6:30pm
– Ages 4-5: 6:30pm
– Ages 6-8: 7:15pm
– Ages 9-12: 7:15pm
What is the ADAPTIVE FIELD – The Adapted Candy Hunt Field designed for children ages 2 – 12 who may need a little more time, support, or space to enjoy the fun of gathering candy!
To make things easier for everyone, we’ll also have candy grabbers and balance support tools available to help kiddos reach candy and move around safely.
This field will be supported by amazing volunteers from Special Olympics Area 17 athletes, Compass staff, and the Reimagining Recreation team from CCPR.
We kindly ask that families be mindful and considerate when choosing this field. This space is intended for children who benefit from additional support, so everyone has a fair and joyful chance to participate.
LIVE HERE. PLAY HERE.

Paul Fey, Organist - Live Concert
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Culpeper Baptist Church, 318 S West St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Organist Paul FeyEnjoy an evening of inspiring music with acclaimed organist Paul Fey at Culpeper Baptist Church. This special performance showcases the power and beauty of the organ in a memorable live concert experience.

Decoupage Workshop: Decorate a Paper Mache Birdhouse Steampunk Style
2026-03-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Culpeper Artisan Collective 201 Waters Place Suite 110 Culpeper, VA 22701, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
🕰️ Steampunk Birdhouse Decoupage Workshop
Learn the art of decoupage while transforming a paper mâché birdhouse into a one-of-a-kind steampunk-inspired masterpiece.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll:
Learn foundational and creative decoupage techniques
Cast gears, pipes, and mechanical embellishments using quick-casting resin
Paint and finish your pieces with rich metallics.
Discover how to create an olde-world, antiqued patina for authentic vintage character.
Assemble everything into a richly layered steampunk birdhouse to take home.
No experience necessary—all materials provided.
Hosted by: Culpeper Artisan Collective
📍 201 Waters Place, Suite 110
Culpeper, VA 22701
Taught by: Kirsten Scannon Creative
Perfect for mixed-media lovers, curious beginners, and anyone who likes their art with a little grit, gears, and imagination.

Fly a Kite for Freedom
2026-03-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join the museum for an afternoon of kite flying fun at Mountain Run Winery as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary.
Bring your kids, kites, and lawn chairs.
$10/car CASH ONLY!
Don’t have a kite, don’t worry, there will be a limited number of patriotic kites for sale.
As well as hot dogs, sodas, wine, beer, and hard cider.
This is a fair-weather ONLY event. If the weather is bad, the event will be cancelled. Check the museum website (culpepermuseum.com) for updates.

2026 Local Flavor Fest at the Carver Center
2026-03-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Carver Center, 9432 North James Madison Hwy., Rapidan, 22733, United States
Join us at the Carver Food Enterprise Center on Saturday, March 21st for an evening of great food, community, and behind-the-scenes access at Carver.
With your ticket, you’ll sample bites from 11+ local food businesses launched right here at Carver, all in one place. It’s one of our favorite ways to introduce the community to new food entrepreneurs while supporting the work that helps them grow. This is a family friendly event (no alcohol) and kids (12 and under) are free!
To keep things comfortable, tickets are available for two entry times:

4:00–5:30 PM
5:30–7:00 PM

🎟️ Early bird tickets are $50 through March 1st!
We believe in paying our vendors, so every ticket helps cover their catering costs, with any additional proceeds supporting Carver programs like farm-to-school, Feeding 500, food business incubation, small farmer co-packing, and strengthening the Carver Center as a community agricultural hub.
Throughout the evening, you’re invited to:

Tour our newly upgraded kitchen
Preview the auditorium ahead of its renovation
Learn more about our programs and impact

Kitty Coasters Workshop to Benefit MadCats
2026-03-21 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
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll design your own set of beautiful slate coasters using decoupage techniques. Choose from a variety of decorative papers, learn how to apply them to natural slate, and add extra flair with stenciling and paint markers to personalize your coasters.
Whether you create a gift, something for your home, or a playful design inspired by your favorite furry friend, you’ll leave with unique, handmade coasters and new creative skills.
All materials are provided–each person will craft 4 coasters.
No experience necessary
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Mad Cats, helping support local rescue efforts.
Come craft, relax, and make something meaningful while helping cats in need!

Sip & Learn – Civil War Nurses
2026-03-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Join us at 5 pm for Andrea Quinn’s presentation, Civil War Nurses. Andrea is a historian and writer specializing in Civil War–era women, with a primary focus on the life and legacy of Arabella Griffith Barlow and the work of other nurses of the U.S. Sanitary Commission. Her biographical research draws on letters, diaries, and institutional records to illuminate the intellectual, emotional, and physical labor of women engaged in wartime care.

St. Patrick’s Shenanigans! Route 33 Bluegrass Band Live
2026-03-15 13:30 - 16:30 | Death Ridge Brewery, 5393 Higher Ground Trail, Jeffersonton, VA, 22737, United States
Open at 11am! St. Patrick’s Shenanigans are upon Brunch & Bluegrass Sunday! Free pint giveaways, photo wall, live music, and food truck!

Terrarium Workshop
2026-03-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Botanical Dwellings, 404 S. Main St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Terrariums are not just gorgeous living decor—they’re a blast to create! Dive into our hands-on workshop and craft your very own personalized terrarium. MacKenzie will guide you through every step – from layering and plant selection to adding those perfect finishing touches for a thriving mini-ecosystem.
Registration Details
Your registration covers 90 minutes of engaging instruction, three 2″ terrarium plants, soil, rocks, and a variety of decorative goodies. Note: the terrarium container isn’t included. Choose from our selection of containers and extra plants at a 10% discount during the workshop. Feel free to bring your own container if you prefer!
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. Let’s make some magic in a jar!
About the Instructor
MacKenzie is our in-house Store Manager and Plant Specialist at Botanical Dwellings. She has been with Botanical Dwellings for three years and loves teaching many of our tropical-focused workshops. Whether in the shop running a repotting demo or nerding out over trees in Shenandoah – MacKenzie is happy to talk plants with you anytime

Decoupage Serving Board Workshop
2026-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Culpeper Artisan Collective, 201 Waters Place Suite 110, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop where you’ll transform an unfinished wood board into a beautiful serving board or decorative home accent!
You pick your paper!
You’ll start with a raw wood board and learn how to: • Apply decorative decoupage
• Properly seal your design
• Add elegant gilded details
• Attach stylish handles
All supplies are included — just bring yourself and your creativity! By the end of class, you’ll take home a one-of-a-kind piece perfect for entertaining or displaying in your home.
Cost: $45 per person
Spots are limited — reserve yours today!

Ken Burns American Revolution Community Conversations
2026-03-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Culpeper County Library, 271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
The Museum of Culpeper History will host a series of gatherings to discuss the new documentary series, “The American Revolution,” directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This six-part, 12-hour documentary explores our nation’s founding struggle and the eight-year War for Independence.
Each gathering will feature casual group discussions to share observations and insights about the information and ideas presented in the series, with one episode covered at each meeting. A volunteer facilitator will lead the discussions.
These gatherings will provide an opportunity to connect with fellow community members who share an interest in the history of the American Revolution, especially as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Participants are encouraged to watch each episode on their own before attending the gathering for that episode.
Please register for each date you plan to attend.

LECTURE SERIES Following the Army: Camp Followers in the American Revolution
2026-03-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Museum of Culpeper History, 113 Commerce Street, Culpeper, VA, 22701
Join us on Tuesday, March 10, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series!
Join us this month as we continue to focus on the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. Local historian Jane Pease will discuss the women and children who travelled with the Continental and British armies during the American Revolution: Who they were, how they lived, what they did, and why they did it.
This program will be held at the museum. Space is limited, so get your ticket today! Admission is $5 per person, but Museum members get in FREE.

Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-15 | Downtown Culpeper, Downtown Culpeper, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Bring your appetite (and your friends). Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. invites the community to dig into Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week, happening March 9–15, featuring special prix-fixe menus at 12 downtown restaurants.
For one delicious week, participating spots will showcase curated multi-course meals and signature favorites at price points that vary by restaurant—making it easy to plan a casual lunch, a midweek treat, or a full-on date night downtown.
Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to explore Culpeper’s ever-growing dining scene—sip, savor, and sample your way through the historic district while supporting local, independent businesses.
Participating Restaurants
The 4c’s Restaurant | Dtom Dtun Noodle | Far Gohn Brewing Company | Galaxtea | Grass Rootes | It’s About Thyme | Natraj Indian Cuisine | Piedmont Steakhouse | Pinto Thai Culpeper | Sweet Roux Restaurant and Bar | Uncle Elder’s BBQ Restaurant | Zandra’s Taqueria
Plan your Week
Make it a challenge—pick a few places you’ve never tried, invite a group, and turn Restaurant Week into your own downtown food tour.
Grab a fork, make a plan, and taste your way through downtown Culpeper—one prix-fixe menu at a time.

LARP Tavern Takeover
2026-03-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Mountain Run Winery, 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Our biggest “secret” event is back for another year and clearly not a secret anymore. Come celebrate the start of Spring on Saturday, March 7th with a LARP Tavern Takeover at Greenlee Tavern.
Your spirits will be lifted by LARP bards Brady Lloyd (Radby/Maple) and Dan Joyner (Spire) playing tavern music all night and we’ll have lyric sheets available if you want to join some of the more popular tavern sing-along songs. Yes, we reused their images in the event banner for last year because they are so amazing I could almost picture seeing them on a mead bottle!
We’re looking at getting a food truck and the bar will stay open until midnight. There will be lots of mead, wine and beer and cider available for purchase, including our four new meads for 2026: Blood Orange Spice, Blackberry Juniper, Wildflower, and our Ginger Cyser (on draft). We’ll have a bonfire at dusk and a loud and rowdy LARP tavern all night.
All attendees must be in garb and 21+. The event formally starts at 6:00 pm but Greenlee will be open all day to the public if you want to come early.

Woodburning Charcuterie Board Workshop
2026-03-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Wine & Design Culpeper, 219 Waters Place #109, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
We are so excited to bring you our all new wood burning workshops! You are going to absolutely love this- it’s very therapeutic. In this workshop you will design your own (or use our sunflower design) to create a one-of-a-kind charcuterie board. We will offer options for stencils and tracings to create your own unique design.
This workshop is limited seating so do not wait to get your ticket!
Please note the we will be using hot tools in this workshop so this is recommended for artists 18 & older.
$55 per person
Purchase your spot at:
https://www.wineanddesign.com/…/new-woodburning…

Book World Meets Wine World - Dave Hirschman
2026-03-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Join us at 6 pm, as author Dave Hirschman discusses his novel, The Tenacious Bloom. The Vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so drop by early for a glass of wine to enjoy during the talk.

Grill 309 10th Anniversary
2026-03-06 11:00 - 2026-03-09 22:00 | Grill 309, 309 S Main St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Join us for Fun. Food, and Friends and help us celebrate 10 years in Culpeper. Enter to win a huge Culpeper Gift Basket giveaway (drawing on March 9th).

Sunday Brunch at Old Trade
2026-03-01 11:00 - 18:00 | Old Trade Brewery & Cidery, 13270 Alanthus Rd., Brandy Station, VA, 22714, United States
First Sunday of each month, enjoy brunch items all day, including mimosas and Bloody Mary cocktails!

Art @ The Vineyard - Chee Kludt Ricketts
2026-03-01 - 2026-04-30 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Revalation Vineyards is thrilled to feature artist Chee Kludt Ricketts in our tasting rooms for March and April. Chee enjoys exhibiting her watercolors and acrylics whenever possible. Her work has been featured in solo exhibitions at This Century Gallery in Williamsburg, Blue Skies Gallery in Hampton, and the Purcell Gallery of the Louisa Arts Center. She is a Signature Member of the Virginia Watercolor Society, where she has received four awards. Locally, she is a member of the Firnew Farm Artists’ Circle in Hood and the Art Guild of Greene.
Chee’s paintings hang in numerous public and private collections nationwide, including the International Storytelling Festival Visitors’ Center in Jonesboro, TN, Augusta Health System, Rockingham Regional Medical Center, UVA Health System, Ferguson Enterprises Headquarters in Newport News, the City of Hampton, and Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, VA.
A native of Camden, South Carolina, and a graduate of Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, Chee earned credit in additional classes and graduate courses at The College of William and Mary, Old Dominion University, Christopher Newport University, La Salle University, and Thomas Nelson Community College, and has studied with nationally recognized artists. She feels, however, that practice is the best teacher; therefore, she devotes as much time as possible to working in her Greene County studio, or en plein air on the hills surrounding her farm.

Puppy Yoga
2026-02-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Pranapiloga, 133 East Davis St. Suite 360, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Puppy Yoga. Join us for a FUN, maybe relaxing, maybe not (hey, it’s PUPPIES) gentle yoga class. $25 Cash, Check, Venmo – $5 of each ticket donated to Culpeper Humane Society
