Visit Tappahannock

09/02/2026

✨ Come experience the charm of Tappahannock! 💙

Spend the day strolling through our historic downtown, discovering unique shops and local art, savoring delicious local flavors, and taking in the beautiful views along the riverfront. 🌊

From peaceful sunrises to unforgettable sunsets, there’s always something special waiting to be discovered in Tappahannock. ✨

📍 Come see why you’ll fall in love with Tappahannock.

Start planning your visit today at VisitTappahannock.com 💙

09/01/2026

Discover all there is to see, do, and enjoy in Tappahannock. ✨🌊

Ready to plan your next visit and include Tappahannock? Learn more about Visit Tappahannock through the link in the comments.

08/29/2026

🛍️ A new chapter at Norwood’s! 💙💚

is now exclusively focused on its specialty children’s boutique, filled with curated pieces and personalized gifts for all the moments that make childhood special. 🎀

From sweet everyday finds to gifts for life’s biggest milestones, add Norwood’s to your shopping list on your next trip to Tappahannock!

📍 834 S Church Ln, Tappahannock
🕐 Thurs–Sat | 10 AM–5:30 PM
🕐 Sun | 12–5 PM
Closed Mon–Wed

🛍️ Shop local, dine, and explore — plan your trip at visittappahannock.com. 💙💚

08/28/2026

🍷 Come hungry, leave with a new favorite Tappahannock stop! 💙💚

The Rivah Visitor's Guide recently featured Act XII W**e and Provisions, highlighting everything from gourmet sandwiches and cheeses to specialty w**es, tastings, local provisions, and grab-and-go favorites.

It’s just one more reason to plan a trip to Tappahannock. Spend the day exploring our river town, shop local, enjoy a great meal, and make Act XII one of your stops along the way.

📖 Get a taste of what’s waiting for you in the Rivah Guide feature: https://www.rivahguide.com/stocking-up-with-act-xii-w**e-provisions/

Then start planning your Tappahannock getaway at VisitTappahannock.com 💙💚

What started strictly as a w**e and craft b**r shop three years ago has evolved into a popular eatery in the Middle Peninsula.

08/27/2026

✨ Make Tappahannock your weekend getaway! Spend a summer weekend along the Rappahannock River filled with local dining, shopping, art, w**e, and live entertainment. With Date Night taking over Historic Downtown on Friday and plenty happening throughout the weekend, it’s the perfect excuse to plan a trip to Tappahannock. 💙💚

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27
🍷 Happy Hour at Act XII W**e and Provisions | 4–6 PM
🧠 Trivia Night at Maltese Brewing Company 2 Tappahannock | 6–8 PM
🎶 Thirsty Thursday with Live Music at Fitzgerald's Tappahannock | 7–10 PM

FRIDAY, AUGUST 28
🍷 Happy Hour at Act XII W**e & Provisions | 4–6 PM
💖 Date Night in Downtown Tappahannock | 4:30–10 PM
🎨 Squares for the Cure at Tappahannock Artists Guild | 5–7 PM
🎉 Friday Night Bingo at Maltese Brewing Company 2 | 6–8:30 PM
🎤 Karaoke at Wind Vineyards at Laurel Grove | 7:30–10 PM
🎸 Southern Rock Mafia Live at Fitzgerald’s | 8 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29
🎉 Bingo at Wind Vineyards at Laurel Grove | 7–8:30 PM
🎸 The Bobby Kyle Band Live at Fitzgerald’s | 8 PM

Whether you’re planning a night out downtown, discovering local art, enjoying live entertainment, or sipping your way through the weekend, this is the perfect time to experience Tappahannock. 💙💚

🌐 See the full event calendar and plan your visit: https://visittappahannock.com/events

08/26/2026

For all the ice cream lovers out there🍦 — here is your sign to visit Tappahannock and stop in at Matinee Ice Cream 💙💚

08/25/2026

✨🍷 Tappahannock Date Night is back this Friday! 🎨🌙

📅 August 28 | 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Make it a date night in Historic Downtown Tappahannock! 💙💚 Enjoy good w**e, discover local art, share a great meal, and soak up a little small-town charm along the way.

Here’s your itinerary:

🍷 SIP & SNACK — Act XII W**e and Provisions
Start the night with their special Date Night offering: two glasses of w**e and a shared appetizer. While you’re there, do a little shopping! Both Blushing Tide and By Day Permanent Jewelry will be popping up at Act XII after 4 PM, with unique finds, gifts, and permanent jewelry to browse while you sip.

🎨 EXPLORE — Tappahannock Artists Guild
This month’s stop at TAG is extra special! Squares for the Cure features more than 250 unique, original 6×6 paintings created by local artists—and every piece is available for just $25.

The best part? Your purchase gives back. Proceeds support the Greater Richmond Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation, and the Ledwith-Lewis Free Clinic right here in Tappahannock.

Find a piece that speaks to you, take home an original work of art, and support local artists and important causes at the same time. It might even be the perfect start to your holiday shopping!

🍽️ DINE — 1710 Tavern
Finish your evening with dinner at one of Tappahannock’s most historic and charming dining spots. Great food, a cozy atmosphere, and plenty of character make it the perfect way to wrap up Date Night. ✨

🎨 While you’re downtown, take a stroll and discover Tappahannock’s growing collection of murals. Don’t forget to snap a date-night photo along the way! 📸

🌊 And why make it just one night? Turn Date Night into a weekend getaway and enjoy more of Tappahannock’s restaurants, shops, river views, and small-town charm.

📍 Tag your date and start making Friday night plans!

🌐 Plan your visit: www.VisitTappahannock.com

08/24/2026

☀️ Summer isn’t over yet! There’s still time to TAPP into Summer by the River. 💙💚

Make the most of these last summer days with a trip to Tappahannock, where river views, outdoor adventures, local flavors, and small-town charm are waiting.

Before summer slips away, add a few of these to your list:

🌊 Spend the day at Duke Street Beach
🛶 Kayak or paddleboard on the Rappahannock River
🧺 Pack a picnic at Rappahannock River Park
🎣 Cast a line and enjoy a day of fishing
💦 Cool off at the splash pad at Tappahannock Central Park
🎾 Play a round of tennis or pickleball
⛳ Hit the greens at Hobbs Hole Golf Course
🥾 Explore the Hutchinson Unit of the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge
🍦 Stop for a sweet treat at Matinee Ice Cream
🦀 Enjoy fresh seafood and local flavors
🛍️ Browse our local shops
🥕 Visit the Tappahannock Farmers Market
🎶 Catch live music, trivia, karaoke, and other local events
🛏️ Stay the night and turn your visit into a weekend by the river

Whether you’re squeezing in one more day trip or planning a relaxing weekend getaway, there’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy in Tappahannock.

☀️ TAPP into Summer by the River and start planning your trip:
https://visittappahannock.com/tapp-into-summer-by-the-river/

08/22/2026

🎶⚓ Experience three days of history, music, and community at the Essex County Museum & Historical Society’s Rise & Fall Festival! 💙💚

Join us September 25–27 for the inaugural Rise & Fall Festival, celebrating the history, culture, music, and natural beauty of Virginia’s Tidewater and the Rappahannock River. 🌊

There’s something happening all weekend!

⚓ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Kick off the festival with The Ship’s Company Chanteymen | 5:00–6:30 PM, featuring traditional sea chanteys, maritime music, and storytelling.

🎟️ FREE, but reservations required:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-fall-festival-the-ships-company-chanteymen

📚🏴‍☠️ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Enjoy a Book & Craft Fair, family-friendly activities, local authors and historians, and a Pirate Stunt Show by the Moravian Armory Stunt Team.

🎶 Then at 7:00 PM, Grammy Award-winning Dom Flemons, “The American Songster®,” takes the stage for an evening of American roots music and storytelling.

🎟️ FREE, but reservations required:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-fall-festival-an-evening-with-dom-flemons

🎵 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Enjoy live music from local performers, including the Good Hope Nu Generation Youth Choir, and more festival fun.

🇺🇸 ALL THREE DAYS: Explore the VA250 Mobile Museum, on site throughout the festival!

🧳 Make a weekend of it in Tappahannock! Between festival events, explore our local restaurants, shops, historic sites, and the beautiful Rappahannock River. With a variety of hotels, charming inns, vacation rentals, and unique stays, there are plenty of ways to settle in and enjoy a full weekend getaway. 🌊💙💚

08/20/2026

Make Tappahannock your weekend destination! ✨ From Third Thursdays in Historic Downtown and live music to trivia, bingo, karaoke, and happy hour, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a summer weekend in Tappahannock. Come explore, dine, sip, and stay awhile!

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
🍷 Happy Hour at Act XII W**e and Provisions | 4–6 PM
🎉 Historic Downtown Tappahannock’s 3rd Thursdays | 5:30–8:30 PM
🧠 Trivia Night at Maltese Brewing Company 2 Tappahannock | 6–8 PM
🎶 Thirsty Thursday with Live Music at Fitzgerald's Tappahannock | 7–10 PM

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
🍷 Happy Hour at Act XII W**e & Provisions | 4–6 PM
🎉 Friday Night Bingo at Maltese Brewing Company 2 | 6–8:30 PM
🎤 Karaoke at Wind Vineyards at Laurel Grove | 7:30–10 PM
🎸 Dakota Kensy Band Live at Fitzgerald’s | 8 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
🎶 Southern Tide Live at Bella Pizza of Tappahannock | 7 PM
🎸 Brian Harrell Live at Fitzgerald’s | 8 PM

Whether you’re exploring Historic Downtown, supporting local businesses, catching live music, or enjoying a night out with friends, this is the perfect weekend to experience Tappahannock. 💙

🌐 See the full event calendar and plan your visit: https://visittappahannock.com/events