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  • Ashland Fourth Fridays

    Ashland Fourth Fridays
    Downtown Ashland

    Ashland Fourth Fridays is a celebration of arts and culture throughout downtown Ashland, Virginia. Come celebrate what makes Ashland wonderful and unique! *** For more information on this event click […]

  • Secretariat Birthday Celebration 2026

    Downtown Ashland

    This family event takes place around the "Secretariat Racing Into History" monument in the Reynolds Family Plaza at Randolph-Macon College. Festivities will include everything from live music and vendors to […]

  • Fowl & Foam

    Center of the Universe Brewing Co. 11293 Air Park Rd, ashland, VA, United States

    Have a cluckin’ good time at COTU’s Fowl & Foam festival featuring delicious beer, all kinds of chicken, and live music! ***For more information on this event click here.*** Looking […]

  • Annual Fiber Festival

    Patrick Henry's Scotchtown 16120 Chiswell Ln, Beaverdam, VA, United States

    Save the date for April 11, 2026 as we celebrate spring, shearing of the sheep, and fiber production at Scotchtown's 5th Annual Fiber Festival! *** For more information on this […]

  • Henry Clay’s Birthday

    The Henry Clay Inn 114 N Railroad Ave, Ashland, VA, United States

    Additional details, including event information and menus, will be shared soon.

  • April Fools Festival

    Now celebrating its 23rd year, the April Fools Festival is Central Virginia’s longest-running wine party. This beloved spring tradition brings together wineries from the heart of Virginia for a lively […]

  • Haunted Hanover Tour

    Hanover Tavern 13181 hanover courthouse road, hanover, VA, United States

    Head to the Hanover Tavern for a tour of Historic Tavern as they share tales of paranormal happenings at the Tavern, both new and old. *** For more information on […]

  • VA USA Level 3 & 4 State Gymnastics Meet

    Meadow Event Park 13191 Dawn Blvd, Doswell, VA, United States

    The Henry Clay Inn invites you to check out the Virginia USA Gymnastics State Meet, a celebration of dedication, athleticism, and community spirit right here in our region. Gymnasts from […]

  • Ashland Fourth Fridays

    Ashland Fourth Fridays
    Downtown Ashland

    Ashland Fourth Fridays is a celebration of arts and culture throughout downtown Ashland, Virginia. Come celebrate what makes Ashland wonderful and unique! *** For more information on this event click […]

  • Spring Roundup Market

    573 Ranchwear 12233 washingon hwy, ashland, VA, United States

    Get ready for boots, bites and small town delights with a full day of outdoor family friendly fun in ashland VA during the Spring Roundup Market. *** For more information […]

  • Ashland Train Day

    Downtown Ashland

    The 22st annual Ashland Train Day street festival and railroad extravaganza celebrates love for trains in the Center of the Universe rain or shine *** For more information on this […]

  • Beer, Bourbon, and bbq Festival

    Meadow Event Park 13191 Dawn Blvd, Doswell, VA, United States

    RVA’s BIGGEST, BADDEST, BONE-IN, BBQ Fest is Back For More!!! This 17th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, […]