Downtown Culpeper History Walking Tour
2026-10-04 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-10-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-27 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-19 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-09-12 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.

CARS Cruise In Car Show
2026-10-03 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.

6th Annual Broken String Bluegrass Festival
2026-10-03 11:00 - 22:00 | 5255 HIgher Ground Trl., 5255 Higher Ground Trl, Jeffersonton, Virgina, 22724, United States
Stay tuned for details and lineup!

Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market
2026-10-03 07:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-26 07:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-19 07:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-12 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.

"We Declare" Exhibit
2026-10-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-11 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
2026-10-01 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-09-24 18:00 - 19:15, 2026-09-17 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
2026-09-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-15 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!

Darkside Experience: The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience
2026-09-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Ferlazzo 1938, 137 S Main St, Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Step into the music of Pink Floyd with Darkside Experience, a spectacular tribute concert featuring iconic songs, immersive sound, and an unforgettable live show in Kirsten’s Ballroom.

Seafood Saturday at DuCard Vineyards
2026-09-26 12:00 - 18:00 | Ducard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Lane, Etlan, V, 22719, United States
Oh yeah! Our Fall 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! Wine Club members should email Beth with reservations.

2026 Cedar Mountain rally 5K & 10K
2026-09-26 08:30 - 11:00 | Cedar Mountain Battlefield, 9465 General Winder Road, Rapidan, VA, 22733
Cedar Mountain 5K and 10K Rally is Cedar Mountain Battlefield Foundation’s (CMBF ) first race. CMBF is a non-profit, all volunteer organization that is the steward of the Cedar Mountain Battlefield that relies entirely on donations and proceeds from events such as this to maintain, preserve and interpret this community asset.
The Cedar Mountain Battlefield is more than just a historical site of a horrific Civil War battle on August 9, 1862. It is also a 160 acres of nature reserve with a large variety of wildflowers and birds. It is a community park that is always open to the public with well-maintained trails for birding enthusiasts, dog walkers and runners. And lastly, it is very scenic with both wooded and open areas.
By participating in our race, we are financially assisting CMBF in carrying out its stewardship mission.

Book Club @ The Vineyard
2026-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Revalation Vineyards, 2710 Hebron Valley Road, Madison, 22727
Join us at 6 pm to discuss A Room in Bombay by Manil Suri. The vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so drop by early for a snack and your favorite Revalation beverage to enjoy during the gathering. Feel free to bring a friend!

Culpeper Downtown Summer Concert Series
2026-09-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown District in Historic Culpeper, 111 South Commerce St., Culpeper, VA, 22701, United States
Summer nights + live music in Downtown Culpeper = the best kind of Thursday. Join Culpeper Renaissance for our 2026 Third Thursday Summer Concert Series at The Depot (111 Commerce Street)!
Each show runs 5:00–9:00 PM and features a Kids Area, Food Trucks, Craft Beer, and Live Music—bring your crew, grab a bite, and enjoy a fun, laid-back night in the heart of our downtown.
2026 Lineup (Third Thursdays):
– June 18 — Deadman’s Hand
– July 16 — The Reflex
– August 20 — The Original Moonlighters
– September 17 — En’Novation
Tickets:
– $10 per show
– Season Pass: $20 thru 5/21
– Under 21: FREE
– Rain date: **September 17
No pets • No coolers • No solicitation
Presented by Culpeper Renaissance

Chocolate & Wine Pairing Event at DuCard Vineyards
2026-09-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Ducard Vineyards, 40 Gibson Hollow Lane, Etlan, V, 22719, United States
We are excited to welcome back Master Chocolatier Ann Czaja, DipWSET, to DuCard for a unique Chocolate and Wine Program. This class has become a beloved tradition at DCV. Ann and DuCard owner, Scott Elliff, select each pairing and share the reasons why they work.
While tasting and sipping, Ann will talk about the history of chocolate, her role at Lindt, and offer samples of the “building blocks” of chocolate for everyone to try. Scott will share the story of the vineyard and how wine is made.
Think you have it down? Good because there will be an opportunity for you to come up with you own perfect pairing.
Limited seating, advance reservations required. $75 per person. Sorry, no discount for Wine Club members at this event.
Purchase tickets HERE.
Check out an article about our chocolate and wine events here
