Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown offers interior tours, Fridays through Sundays, starting in March through December each year. A guided 45-minute exterior walking tour of the history and architecture is offered, but please call 804-227-3500 to confirm availability. Self-guided cell phone tours are always available. Pack a picnic and eat under the covered pavilion. Also, check Scotchtown’s events page for special programs and workshops including Patrick Henry’s Ride for Liberty on March 15 and Scotchtown’s Annual Fiber Festival on April 12. Fees apply.
The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education is hosting its 2nd Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance on Saturday, March 15 starting at 6:30 p.m., with snacks, crafts, games, pictures and dancing. Be sure to check out the Center’s various art classes including a Watercolor Spring Eggs class on April 12, 2025.
Cross Creek Nursery (the West End Location is located in Ashland) hosts various seminars workshops, and events throughout the year. Looking for workshops for kids? The nursery is offering workshops for youth on March 15 and March 22.
Great American Ranch in Mechanicsville is hosting its 2nd Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Block Party on Saturday, March 15 starting at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy live music from Teaze from 4-7 p.m. and Sweet Justice from 9-12 p.m., DJ music, backyard games, and food and drink specials including green beer of course!
Center of the Universe Brewing hosts music, game nights and other special events. On March 15 starting at 12:00 p.m., join COTU for their Irish Festival. View the brewery’s event calendar on their Facebook page.
Hanover Arts & Activity Center is hosting the 46th Annual Ashland Railroad Run on Saturday, March 22, 2025. The 5K/Fun Walk starts at 8:00 a.m., Kids one mile Fun Run at 8:15 a.m., the COTU Challenge at 8:00 a.m., and the 10K at 9:00 a.m. Virtual Runs are also available. Registration/Fees required. For other events such as Ashland Spring Artist’s Showcase & Marketplace and Hanover’s Got Talent, visit the Hanover Arts events page.
Pamunkey Regional Library hosts a variety of classes and events for the whole family. Visit the library’s events page for full schedule.
Kings Dominion opens its 2025 season on March 29th. Beginning March 29 throughout April 6, 2025, the park is open every day throughout Spring Break, then resumes a Saturday/ Sunday schedule for the remainder of April and a Friday/Saturday/Sunday schedule for most of May. Starting May 23, the park begins its peak summer season with hours every day with Soak City opening to guests on May 24. Check the park’s events page for other fun offerings included in admission.
The 2025 Down on the Farm Concert Series with certain proceeds benefitting the Five O’s Tiki Foundation is starting up in April featuring country and rock performances at Hanover Vegetable Farm. Visit this link for the lineup.
Meadowgate Farm opens for the season in April for visits that take you up close and personal with their Alpacas. Go to Meadowgate Alpacas to schedule a visit.
The Hanover Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 5th Annual Airpark 5K on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The race will start at 9 a.m. – with staggered start times for runners, walkers, kids, and strollers. Friends, family, and coworkers can cheer on the racers from our “Fan Zone”. Registration is required.
Randolph Macon College’s Blackwell Auditorium is hosting the Richmond Symphony on Sunday, April 6 at 3:00 p.m. for Haydn’s Drum Roll with Jeanette Jang playing Haydn’s joyful Violin Concerto in C and conducted by Hae Lee and the Richmond Symphony. For other events at the college, visit the college’s Arts and Events page.
History & Hops: 1775 presented by Hanover County Parks & Recreation is Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Historic Courthouse Grounds. Engage with living historians and reenactors, enjoy family-friendly entertainment and crafts, view a variety of demonstrations – and enjoy a beer! This is a free event. To view this event and others, click here: Hanover Parks and Recreation Events
James River Cellars Winery is hosting its annual April Fools Festival on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Listen to live music, enjoy wine tastings and food trucks, shop vendors, and take home a souvenir wine glass! Ticket purchase required. Visit the winery’s calendar for more events.
Hanover Tavern’s Easter Brunch is Sunday, April 20, 2025 (10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) The 2025 Easter Brunch at Hanover Tavern is better than ever! Choose two or three course meals from the delectable menu (coming soon). For more information, visit HanoverTavern.org. Reservations are required – call 804-537-5050. Also, visit the venue’s events page for more offerings.
- Hanover Tavern’s Brunch with the Bunny is Sunday, April 13, 2025. Details are coming soon.
The 21st Annual Ashland Train Day is April 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This annual street festival and railfan extravaganza celebrates Ashland’s love for trains! The family-friendly event features more than 12 trains passing through the Town, a museum, model trains, Touch-A-Truck featuring all types of emergency and construction trucks, a fun-filled Kid Zone, kiddie train rides, scavenger hunt and more! Admission is FREE. Visit the Downtown Ashland Association website for more information.
Camp Hanover will host a Fun Day (April 27), Family Camp (May 16-18), and other events. Visit the Camp Hanover Retreat and Events page for more information.
Classic Car Cruise-In coordinated by Hanover County Parks and Recreation is Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 pm at Hanover High School. This is a free event. Enjoy classic cars, music and food truck fare. To view this event and others, click here: Hanover Parks and Recreation Events
Hanover Vegetable Farm is hosting its The Strawberry & Wine Festival on May 17 and 18, 2025 with wine, live music, vendors, food, fun, and of course, strawberries! Mark your calendar for this festival and these upcoming events. Fees apply to all events.
The Ashland Strawberry Faire, now in its 43rd year, is Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Faire is a free, outdoor, family, and pet-friendly event. All are welcome to the historic campus of Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia. Enjoy fresh strawberries, vendors galore, food, beverages, pageants, music, entertainment, and activities for the kids. For more information, visit ashlandstrawberryfaire.com.
For a list of more things to do in Hanover County, visit the Here in Hanover, VA app!