Juneteenth Freedom Festival in Hopewell 2023
A celebration of music and cultural rituals for Juneteenth, this is a free family-friendly event. The First Friday Open Mic Team returns with spoken word performances by local poets and…
The XDA Summer Nationals at VMP
…and Saturday nights and from 10 am-6 pm on Sunday. VIP parking is available for $10; otherwise parking is free. Kids 11 & under Free. For details, call (240) 349-2538….
Shove Off Day Commemoration at City Point
…of the site until 4 pm. The street address is 1199 Pecan Avenue, Hopewell, VA 23860. On May 25, 1865, in the right place at the right time, the Twenty-fifth…
Shove Off Day – City Point to Juneteenth
This event commemorates the day that the U. S. Colored Troops left City Point traveling to Texas to take part in what we now know as Juneteenth. May 25, 1865…
A Play on the Porch at Battersea
…speech earlier in the day at St. John’s Church in Richmond. Listen in as they talk about what “Liberty” means to them, their businesses, their families and their communities. This…
DOU.S. Army Womenโs Museum
…operations in Iraq and Afghanistan interpret their contributions. Admission is free. Gift shop on-site. Visitors must use the Sisisky Gate on Route 36 (picture ID, vehicle registration/ insurance required). …
DOPeople’s Cemetery
…incorporates the second Beneficial Society lot. In 1985, People’s Cemetery was deeded to the city of Petersburg. People’s Cemetery contains over 3,000 burials. The cemetery was originally deeded by William…
The XDA Summer Nationals at VMP
…and Saturday nights and from 10 am-6 pm on Sunday. VIP parking is available for $10; otherwise parking is free. Kids 11 & under Free. For details, call (240) 349-2538….
Take It Off the Streets at VMP
…No Race Cars, No Motorcycles! The Grill will be open. Parking is free. If you want to race, the cost is $30. VIP Parking – $10; General Parking – Free….
DOPocahontas Island
…of Historic Places. Museum (225 Witten St.) open by appointment. There is a public park with picnic shelter, 0.5 miles of the Appomattox River Trail and a natural canoe/kayak launch….
Sounds of Summer: Concerts on the Appomattox at Weston Manor
Music at beautiful Weston Manor—the perfect setting! This afternoon, come and enjoy the Iron Horse Outlaws on Weston’s rolling lawn overlooking the Appomattox River. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, snacks,…
Ed Hatch Studio Fall Open House
…annual Oysters, Barbecue…Battersea Oyster Roast that day from 1 pm – 5 pm, visit Blandford Church, or enjoy a meal in one of the many charming restaurants in Old Towne….
Rome & Duddy at The Beacon
Come and enjoy an evening of Country music! Doors open at 6:30 pm. There is plenty of free parking around The Beacon….
Creed Fisher at The Beacon
Come hear Country’s “Rising Outlaw Country Star”! Doors open at 6:30 pm. There’s plenty of free parking….
Steven Adler at The Beacon
Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses comes to The Beacon!! Doors open at 6:30 pm and there is plenty of free parking nearby….
Battersea Fall Bouquets & Petersburg Displays
…Powell will give talks on Petersburg Coin Silver and Stoneware at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. Then, at 3:30 pm, there will be a drawing for a free 7-day stay…
Joey Davis with Cody Christian at The Beacon
Come check out the great music at this very affordable concert! Doors open at 6:30 pm, and there is plenty of free parking available near the theatre.
The Groove (An Open Mic Experience)
…drinks & food). Entry is Free. Calling all Creatives (Poets, Singers, Musicians, & Visual Artists) & lovers of the arts. We want you in the building on Thursday, February 22nd,…
Karla Bonoff & Livingston Taylor at The Beacon
An evening of Soulful Ballads, that will include Comfort Folk, Pop, Gospel, Jazz & more! Doors open at 6:30 pm and there is plenty of free parking around The Beacon….
Yachtley Crew at The Beacon
…be Soft Rock from the ’70s and the ’80s so come and enjoy! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Free Parking is nearby. Be sure to check out Downtown Hopewell. …
Completely Unchained at The Beacon
…will rock tonight with the Ultimate Van Halen Tribute – “the most authentic representation of the Mighty Van Halen”! Doors open at 6:30 pm and free parking is available nearby….
The Czech & Slovak Folklife Festival 2023
Through Authentic & Delicious Foods (Jidlo), Beer (Pivo), Music (Muszika), Dancing, Wonderful Baked Goods, Agricultural Exhibits, and the amazing Czech & Slovak Gallery in the Heritage Center, immerse yourself in…
Live Wire & Completely Unchained at The Beacon
The Beacon will rock the music of Van Halen & AC/DC – Don’t miss it! Doors open at 6:30 pm. There is ample free parking nearby….
The Rush Experience at The Beacon
Come hear The Rush tribute band from the U.K. Doors open at 6:30 pm and there is plenty of free parking nearby….
BLOGPocahontas Island – One of the Oldest Black Communities in the U.S.
…is home to one of the oldest African American communities in the United States. Pocahontas became a town in 1752, a center of tobacco trade and, later, shipping and railroads….
DOAppomattox River Peanut & Wine Company
Best in gourmet peanuts, imported and domestic premium wines, and made-to-order gift products. The Appomattox River Peanut and Wine Company was established in 2002 and is the only peanut processor…
EATBrotherโs Pizza Italian Restaurant
…back to our community.” When asked about the family’s propensity for becoming restaurateurs, Sal smiles and says, “It’s kind of fate, you know? We all grew up in the restaurants….
EATCroakerโs Spot
…and self-described as “The Soul of Seafood”, Croaker’s Spot serves a variety of seafood dishes, in very generous portions. Not a fish lover? No problem, there are also plenty of…
4th of July Fireworks in Colonial Heights!
…and snacks and come out to watch the Fireworks on the 4th of July!! There will be plenty of parking at Southgate Square/Wal-Mart Shopping Center. Fireworks commence at 9:15 pm….
DOFive Forks Battlefield
…the Confederacy” was fought on April 1, 1865, when Union soldiers under the command of General Philip Sheridan attacked Confederate troops being commanded by General George Pickett at Five Forks…