Upcoming Events

A Taste of the Arts
Feb
22

A Taste of the Arts

Arts on Main is excited to explore the creative culinary arts with you this February!

The event includes a casual evening of tasty small plates from area caterers and restaurants, complimentary (2) beverages, a signature cocktail cash bar and ample seating. Join in the fun at the chef’s photo booth and enter a chance to win an Arts on Main art class for two!

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2025 Gloucester Restaurant Week
Mar
3
to Mar 9

2025 Gloucester Restaurant Week

Mark your calendars for March 3rd–9th, and get ready to savor the best of Gloucester’s local dining scene! Join us for a week filled with exclusive menus, delicious specials, and exciting offers from your favorite eateries around town.

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Brews, Brine & Wine
Jun
6

Brews, Brine & Wine

Enjoy oysters, beer, wine and new this year, whiskey! Visit the Plein Air artists from the Gloucester Arts Festival who will interpret the beautiful surroundings on their canvases, creating small works available for sale at the event. Art, food, music and beautiful scenery will make for a lovely evening for the whole family. Co-hosted with the Fairfield Foundation.

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Paint Main
Jun
7

Paint Main

On Saturday, June 7th, the 2025 Plein Air festival painters will compete in a fast-paced paint-out along Main Street from 10 a.m. to noon. 

Community painters are also welcome to register for this Paint Main event and compete for separate prizes. Judging will follow on the Tabb House Lawn.  After prizes for both groups have been awarded, the paintings will be available for sale fresh off the easel - and ready to hang in your home!

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Symphony Under the Stars
Jun
7

Symphony Under the Stars

The June 7th concert by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra is touted as one of the most anticipated events of the year in the community, drawing well over a thousand families and community members to Main Street for an evening of great food and music. The evening will begin at 6pm with a performance by Gloucester’s very own The Liberty Dolls!

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Gloucester Arts Festival Plein Air Gala
Jun
14

Gloucester Arts Festival Plein Air Gala

Mingle with the talented Plein Air artists of the Gloucester Arts Festival while relishing a glass of sparkling wine and savoring an array of delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres. Take your time to peruse all the stunning paintings created throughout the week and seize the opportunity to purchase your favorite piece!

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Arts at Abingdon
Jun
19

Arts at Abingdon

Presented in partnership with Gloucester Arts Festival and The Cook Foundation, during June, Arts at Abingdon presents the SOMA Quartet. Join us for a music-filled evening at the historic Abingdon Church. All concerts are free of charge. Reservations are not required.

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It's A Wrap Reception
Jun
28

It's A Wrap Reception

The 2025 Heart of the River Collection will be on display at the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester from June 15th through June 28th. Don’t miss this fun end to the events of the 2025 Festival and the last chance to purchase a painting before they leave for good!

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Find Love on Main Street
Feb
8

Find Love on Main Street

This scavenger hunt is a fun challenge for everyone—whether you’re teaming up with a partner, friends, family, or flying solo! If you’re going solo, you can team up with others for more fun.

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Italian Wine & Dinner
Jan
25

Italian Wine & Dinner

Kelsick Specialty Market is excited to present an Italian Wine Dinner on Saturday, January 25th, from 6 to 8 PM. Enjoy a delightful evening featuring classic Italian dishes and wines. Indulge in a 4-course meal paired with 4 wines. Purchase your tickets here!

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Animal Kindness Workshop
Jan
25

Animal Kindness Workshop

The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is hosting an Animal Kindness Workshop on Thursday, January 25th from 1 to 3 PM in the GMHS Lobby. Drop by to help create toys and enrichment items for homeless pets. All materials will be provided, and the event is open to all ages. No registration is needed!

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The Lafayette Bicentennial & Gloucester County
Jan
12

The Lafayette Bicentennial & Gloucester County

Join Robert Kelly, Director of the Gloucester Museum of History, at the Gloucester Historic Courthouse (6504 Main Street) on Sunday, January 12th, from 2 to 3 PM for a discussion on General Lafayette’s legacy and his connections to Gloucester. Learn about the Lafayette Bicentennial and Stuart Wells Jackson, co-founder of the American Friends of Lafayette, who lived in Gloucester from 1944 to 1957.

This free and family-friendly event is open to all!

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Erik Gaines Music
Dec
19

Erik Gaines Music

Come for the craft beer, stay for the music. Erik will be strumming the night away with a setlist that'll have you singing along or just enjoying the vibes. It's the perfect pre-Christmas chill-out session!

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Gloucester Farmer's Market
Dec
14

Gloucester Farmer's Market

The Gloucester Farmers Market presents Christmas at Ware! Enjoy 70+ vendors, ready to celebrate Christmas with you on the beautiful Campus of Ware Church. Free family activities including family photos, as well as, holiday presentations by various community groups and choirs in the Historic Church.

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2024 Christmas and Holiday Parade
Dec
7

2024 Christmas and Holiday Parade

The 2024 Christmas & Holiday Parade on Main Street is a festive celebration to kick off the holiday season. Join us for an enchanting afternoon filled with lights, music, and creative floats as they make their way down Main Street. Stick around after the parade for the annual tree lighting, sponsored by the Cook Foundation & Gloucester Main Street Association.

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Arts On Main: A “Celebration of the Arts" Soirée
Nov
16

Arts On Main: A “Celebration of the Arts" Soirée

Join Arts on Main at our annual Fall Fundraiser! At this popular event, guests will enjoy the musical stylings of award-winning musician Professor Amy Insley as well as drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres by Gidi Gourmet! Soirée attendees will also be able to participate in a live/silent auction to win trips, experiences, and art that will be on display at Arts on Main for the month of November.

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Trick or Treat on Main Street
Oct
31

Trick or Treat on Main Street

Join us on Main Street for this year’s Halloween Trick or Treat on Thursday, October 31st! From 5 to 7 PM, enjoy a safe, fun-filled evening with plenty of costumes and candy. Main Street will be closed during the event to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

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The Fairfield Foundation's Historic House Party
Oct
12

The Fairfield Foundation's Historic House Party

The Fairfield Foundation hosts its 9th Annual Historic House Party at Exchange in Gloucester. Each year, Fairfield holds this exclusive event to celebrate the accomplishments of the year and raise funds for a new project. This June, the Richmond-based Cabell Foundation awarded Fairfield a $100,000 matching grant to restabilize the Rosewell Ruins. All money raised during the House Party will support this grant.

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Amazing Grace Flower Farm
Oct
8

Amazing Grace Flower Farm

Amazing Grace Flower Farm invites you to a delightful Sunday afternoon of fun, fellowship, and floral creativity! Learn how to design your own unique bouquet using locally grown flowers, guided by the farm’s owner, Varetta Hamlin. The workshop will take place at the York & Main Art Gallery on Sunday, October 27, from 2 - 4 PM.

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Oktoberfest
Oct
5

Oktoberfest

  • Heron Cove Way Gloucester, VA, 23061 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Riverside's Sanders for their first annual Oktoberfest on October 5th, from 10 AM to 5 PM! Enjoy a day filled with fantastic food, unique vendors, and much more. Gloucester Brewing Company will be serving their finest local beers, and various local vendors will showcase their handmade creations. Best of all, entry is free!

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