August 11, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
Sigsbee Visits Reedville
Last week, the 75 foot Sigsbee made its first ever visit to Reedville on a route that began in Tangier and included stops in Onancock, Cape Charles, and Smithfield.
Commemorating Juneteenth at growing Colonial Beach event
For the last five years, since Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, there has been a gathering in Colonial Beach at Town Hill Park. Over the years, attendance has grown as more vendors and local institutions set up their tents.
Colonial Beach Celebrates 75th Annual Potomac River Festival
By: Richard Burrell Colonial Beach has done much to brand itself as the “Playground of the Potomac,” and last week saw the town more than… Login to continue reading Login…
‘Virginia Resolved’ Starts the Nation’s 250th Summer
Stratford Hall’s President announced the event will be an annual affair
Celebration & fireworks coming in June
The Northern Neck has many links to the historic origins of the country. In honor of the nation’s 250 anniversary, Stratford Hall will be hosting a major event on the 6th and 7th of June–Virginia Resolved–celebrating a precursor to the Declaration of Independence.
Historic Church Documentary: A fundraiser that gave then gave some more
Last Wednesday, “Historic Churches of the Northern Neck” concluded its two-screening run at Compass Entertainment Complex with a sold-out theater filled with viewers of all ages.
Experience spirited spring contests and shows
If you’re looking for an array of electric entertainment in one convenient location, head over to The Meadow Event Park in Caroline County.
Kinsale Waterfront Fund sponsoring 250th-inspired writing contest
The Kinsale Waterfront Fund is sponsoring its first youth writing contest, “Making 1776 Relevant in 2026,” a project in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
National Kids to Parks Day coming May 16
Kids across Virginia will have a reason to get outside and explore nature later this month--National Kids to Parks Day which returns for its 16th year on Saturday, May 16.