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    Wine Weekend

    Your Guide to a Wine Weekend in Culpeper, Virginia

    October 1, 2026

    Fall colors, crisp air, vineyard views and a glass of Virginia wine in hand. There is no better time to plan a getaway to Culpeper than during Virginia Wine Month. Every October, Virginia Wine Month offers the perfect excuse to discover the vineyards, tasting rooms and winemakers that make Virginia wine country so special. When […]

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    Spring in Culpeper, Virginia

    March 30, 2026

    After a long winter inside, spring in Virginia explodes with warmth, color, and activity. Culpeper is a perfect place to slip away for a springtime weekend, with something around every corner to highlight the dining, shopping, and exploring of the season. Stay in Style The Suites at 249’s accommodations are an ideal home-away-from-home for transitional […]

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    Culpeper Downtown Celebrates the Season with the 2026 Christmas Parade!

    October 8, 2026

    Get ready for one of the most magical evenings of the year in Downtown Culpeper! The annual Culpeper Christmas Parade returns on Sunday, December 6, 2026, beginning at 5:00 PM, bringing festive floats, twinkling lights, holiday music, and plenty of Christmas cheer to historic Main Street. This beloved community tradition brings thousands of spectators together […]

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    What’s Happening in Culpeper this October: Festivals, Fall Fun & More

    October 2, 2026

    Fall has arrived in Culpeper, and October brings plenty of reasons to get out and explore. From airshows and bluegrass to fall festivals, local flavors, history, and a few spooky experiences, the October calendar is packed with events that make the most of the season. Whether you’re planning a fall weekend in Culpeper or looking […]

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    What’s Happening in Culpeper this October: Festivals, Fall Fun & More

    October 2, 2026

    Fall has arrived in Culpeper, and October brings plenty of reasons to get out and explore. From airshows and bluegrass to fall festivals, local flavors, history, and a few spooky experiences, the October calendar is packed with events that make the most of the season. Whether you’re planning a fall weekend in Culpeper or looking […]

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    Your Guide to a Wine Weekend in Culpeper, Virginia

    October 1, 2026

    Fall colors, crisp air, vineyard views and a glass of Virginia wine in hand. There is no better time to plan a getaway to Culpeper than during Virginia Wine Month. Every October, Virginia Wine Month offers the perfect excuse to discover the vineyards, tasting rooms and winemakers that make Virginia wine country so special. When […]

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    Unique Places for Wedding and Event Guests to Stay in Culpeper, Virginia

    January 9, 2026

    Weddings and special events give friends and family the perfect excuse to extend their stay. Consider recommending some of these unique and memorable inns, bed & breakfasts and farm stays for your guests. Historic Downtown – Choose from a wide variety of overnight options that are walking distance to local restaurants, shops, parks and more! […]

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    • May 2025

    • Sat 3
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      DinoWalk

      May 3, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
      Luck Stone Quarry - Culpeper Plant 18244 Germanna Hwy, Culpeper, VA, United States

      Explore the largest quantity of dinosaur footprints discovered in North America! Each year the Museum partners with the local Luck Stone Quarry to provide a public access day to view Culpeper’s famous dinosaur footprints! More than 215 million years ago, giant beasts roamed the region we call home today. Then, in 1989, evidence of their […]

      $50
    • Sat 3
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      Zandra’s Cinco De Mayo Weekend Extravaganza!

      May 3, 2025 @ 11:00 am - May 5, 2025 @ 12:00 am
      Zandra's Taqueria 302 E. Davis Street, Culpeper, VA, United States

      Get ready for a fiesta like no other! 🎊 We’re kicking off our Cinco De Mayo celebrations with a weekend full of fun, prizes, and plenty of good times at Zandra's! Join us from Saturday, May 3rd, through Monday, May 5th as we celebrate in style! 🎁 What’s in store? 🎁 - A fun-filled game […]

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      Fallen But Not Forgotten: The History of Memorial Day

      May 6, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
      Museum of Culpeper History 113 Commerce Street, Culpeper, VA

      On May 26 Americans will honor service men and women who died while defending our nation. Join us as Culpeper National Cemetery volunteer and Air Force veteran Jeff Joyce shares the history of Memorial Day, from the early decoration of Civil War graves with flowers to today’s annual day of mourning and remembrance.

      $5.00
    • Fri 9
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      Preservation Month Tours of Salubria

      May 9, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
      Salubria 19173 Salubria Lane, Stevensburg, VA, United States

      To honor National Historic Preservation Month, Historic Germanna invites you to step back in time to explore the architectural legacy of Salubria. Thanks to funding from the Semiquincentennial grant from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, we are amid the process of preparing a comprehensive Historic Structures […]

      $10
    • Sat 17
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      Culpeper National Cemetery Walking Tour

      May 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
      Museum of Culpeper History 113 Commerce Street, Culpeper, VA

      The Culpeper National Cemetery is a distinguishing feature of the downtown landscape. The museum is excited to partner with the cemetery and offer a walking tour of this sacred space. Join Jeff Joyce, Culpeper National Cemetery volunteer and Air Force veteran, and Jessica Shimko, Culpeper National Cemetery Program Support Assistant, as they lead a walking […]

      Free – $82
    • Sat 17
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      “The Hatfields and the McCoys – From Civil War to Family Feud”

      May 17, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
      Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department 20057 Fleetwood Heights Rd., Brandy Station, VA, United States

      At the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Hall, special guest speakers Reo Hatfield II & Ron McCoy present “The Hatfields and the McCoys – From Civil War to Family Feud”. This is part of the Brandy Station Foundation Lecture Series. The names of speakers Reo Hatfield II and Ron McCoy are instantly recognizable because of […]

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    • Fri 23
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      Preservation Month Tours of Salubria

      May 23, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
      Salubria 19173 Salubria Lane, Stevensburg, VA, United States

      To honor National Historic Preservation Month, Historic Germanna invites you to step back in time to explore the architectural legacy of Salubria. Thanks to funding from the Semiquincentennial grant from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, we are amid the process of preparing a comprehensive Historic Structures […]

      $10
    • Mon 26
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      Memorial Day Event – Culpeper, VA

      May 26, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
      VACNCC - Culpeper National Cemetery 305 U.S. Ave, Culpeper, VA, United States

      VA is proud to host public Memorial Day commemoration ceremonies at more than 130 of our national cemeteries this Memorial Day weekend.  For any questions call:  540-825-0027

    • Fri 30
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      Preservation Month Tours of Salubria

      May 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
      Salubria 19173 Salubria Lane, Stevensburg, VA, United States

      To honor National Historic Preservation Month, Historic Germanna invites you to step back in time to explore the architectural legacy of Salubria. Thanks to funding from the Semiquincentennial grant from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior, we are amid the process of preparing a comprehensive Historic Structures […]

      $10
    • June 2025

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      Culpeper Pride

      Culpeper Pride Festival 2025

      June 1, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
      Mountain Run Winery 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, United States

      Stay up to date with what is happening via our newsletter! (sign up at culpeperpride.org) You can find the details of our 2025 event at culpeperpride.org/festival!

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      The Culpeper Minutemen in History and Memory

      June 3, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
      Museum of Culpeper History 113 Commerce Street, Culpeper, VA

      Join us on Tuesday, June 3, at 6:30 PM as the museum continues its lecture series! As we approach the 250th anniversary of the formation of the Culpeper Minutemen, it is important to acknowledge the legacy they left behind. This month, Museum of Culpeper History Executive Director John Christiansen will discuss how the Culpeper Minutemen […]

      $5
    • Fri 6
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      Colonial Dinner at Mountain Run Winery

      June 6, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
      Mountain Run Winery 10753 Mountain Run Lake Rd, Culpeper, VA, United States

      Join us for a traditional colonial dinner to benefit the Museum of Culpeper History on the evening of Friday, June 6! This unique experience will feature a set three-course meal inspired by traditional colonial American dishes prepared by Zippy's Smoke Shack, period 18th-century tavern music performed by Colonial Faire, and a lively presentation on colonial […]

      $65
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