Events in Orange, VA

Enjoy a soothing yoga session that moves at a relaxed pace, emphasizing soft stretches, mindful breathing, and simple foundational poses with a touch of gentle strengthening. Everything is designed to be approachable and supportive, and the class closes with a guided relaxation to release tension and support a refreshed, restored feeling. The drop-in cost is $20, or you can prepay $60 at the beginning of the month. Pay the teacher on arrival by cash, check, or Venmo.

One Page Rules sessions at Collector's Den feature relaxed play for Age of Fantasy and Grimdark Future. No prior experience is required, and newcomers have a straightforward way to learn how the system works. The emphasis is on a welcoming community, rolling dice, and approachable tabletop battles that help nurture the local gaming scene.

This free Lorcana play session features a changing lineup of formats and ways to play. The community is growing and welcoming to new players, creating a friendly space to meet others and enjoy the game.

This weekly Magic: The Gathering draft night features a different set each time. The format typically uses pick 2 drafting, and prerelease-style events with older set kits may also be offered. Entry is $15. Participants are seated in pods of four to draft and build a 40 card deck, adding lands as needed. After drafting, players compete in 1v1 Swiss pairing, and a top prize is determined at the end. All participants receive prizing through raffle giveaways, with three raffles planned per event, subject to turnout. Players keep the cards they used to build their decks.

Professionals come together for a supportive leadshare gathering that emphasizes relationship building, referrals, and shared insights. Participants exchange leads and practical ideas to help one another succeed in a collaborative setting. Hosted at Shawn's Craft Barbecue.

Settle into a calm, caring yoga class that invites you to move, breathe, and unwind. The session flows at an easy pace with gentle movement, simple stretches, and mindful breathing to support flexibility and a quieter mind. Expect foundational postures with light strengthening, offered in accessible, supportive ways for comfort and ease. The practice wraps up with a guided relaxation so you can release tension and finish feeling refreshed and restored.

A community golf tournament in memory of Dickie Atkins brings golfers to the Country Club of Culpeper in support of the Salem Volunteer Fire Department. The format features a shotgun start with captains choice play. Entry is $100 per golfer, teams consist of four players, and lunch is included. Team awards will be presented, including closest to the pin and longest drive. Sponsorship opportunities at several levels offer a way to promote a business while backing the local volunteer fire department. All proceeds benefit Salem VFD and help sustain emergency fire and EMS services.

Collector’s Den offers an open play session for trading card games. Players can bring decks to test new builds, learn a game for the first time, or enjoy casual matches and card trading in a welcoming community setting. All TCGs are supported, including Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, Lorcana, and more. The focus is on friendly play, meeting local players, and sharing strategies. Entry is free and no registration is needed.

This Friday Night Magic Commander meetup is hosted by Final Boss, a WPN Premium retailer. It offers a friendly environment with players and mentors who enjoy growing the community and having fun. The event is free and welcomes newcomers. Participants who check in with the Companion App are entered into a complimentary raffle for promos, booster packs, and other Magic: The Gathering supplies. The shop emphasizes a distinctive in-store play experience.

Featuring canicross and trail running, this event offers a 10K, a 5K, a casual dog friendly 5K, and a virtual 5K. Registration is now open, and an early sign up discount is available. Choose the option that matches your plans, whether you prefer to run with your dog on the trail or complete the distance virtually.

Explore local foods and products at a weekly farmers market in Orange, Virginia near the Orange Train Depot. The market highlights farm to table connections and a friendly community atmosphere. Those interested in selling can apply through the online vendor application.

Parents and kids can enjoy a full day of climbing together at State Climb on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Day passes are $10 for each participating climber, and the discounted rate is available only when the parent climbs as well.

A festive 5K and family-friendly Spooky Sprint at Yowell Meadow Park brings a Halloween-themed day of running and costumes. This second annual event encourages creative outfits, features a kids Halloween costume contest, and wraps up with an after party offering food trucks along with complimentary water and bananas. Proceeds support the new Culpeper Downtown Collaboration Grant, which helps downtown businesses with collaborative events, promotions, and innovative initiatives.

The first session highlights Halloween designs and teaches techniques for creating festive or spooky cookies. This three hour class costs $50, and everyone leaves with cookies they decorated. It is a good fit for individuals, families, and groups of friends. Private classes are also available for birthdays and friend groups.

Cooling Pond Brewery hosts The Cold North on select Saturdays, featuring beer and a lively crowd. Audience requests are part of the experience, so favorites are likely to be in the mix.

Settle in at Tim’s at Lake Anna for a free live acoustic show with no cover. Expect laid back takes on classic rock, pop, and country spanning the 70s, 80s, 90s, and beyond, with familiar songs from artists like Journey, GnR, CCR, Janis, Dolly, Jewel, Heart, Alanis, and 4 Non Blondes. Pick your favorites from a mobile friendly request list featuring hundreds of titles, then sing along or relax and soak up the waterfront atmosphere. Come for the music, enjoy the food and drinks, and savor an easygoing night of porch style vibes by the water.

Professionals come together to expand their networks by exchanging referrals, sharing actionable insights, and supporting one another's business growth. The focus is on meaningful connections, practical idea sharing, and collaborative progress. This ongoing meetup takes place at Elevate Culpeper.

Kids get hands-on with nature in a creative fall session from the Backyard Gardening for Kids series, exploring different leaf shapes and transforming real leaves into take-home crafts. All children are welcome to take part, and there is no cost to participate. The session is presented by the Louisa Extension Master Gardeners. For disability-related assistance or accommodations, contact the Louisa VCE office at (540) 967-3422 or TDD (800) 828-1120.

An introductory defensive shotgun course focused on running a pump or semi automatic platform for personal and home protection. Instruction covers the strengths and limitations of the shotgun, how to set up the gun, sighting options, choosing appropriate ammunition, understanding and managing patterns for your needs, controlling recoil, and performing efficient loading under pressure. Core blocks include firearms safety and foundational skills such as grip, sight picture, and trigger control, along with recoil management, administrative and emergency loading and unloading, confirming point of impact and patterning, live fire exercises, clearing malfunctions, ammunition selection, and working from cover or concealment. Participants should bring a reliable shotgun, with 12 gauge preferred and 20 gauge acceptable. Because the class emphasizes fast, aimed shots on multiple targets, a traditional full buttstock is recommended. Rifle style stocks with pistol grips are acceptable, while pistol grip only shotguns are not permitted for safety reasons. A side saddle shell carrier is strongly recommended, ideally a Velcro attached style. Plan for approximately 250 light target shells and 50 rounds of buckshot in a few varieties, and the ability to carry at least one box of 25 shells on your person during drills. A quality sling is recommended, otherwise the shotgun will need to be placed on the ground at intervals. Eye and ear protection are required, with electronic hearing protection suggested, and a brimmed cap is advised. Knee pads are optional but helpful, and bring water for hydration. This eight hour training day takes place at Stone Quarry Range in Culpeper, VA and is designed to build practical, defensively focused shotgun skills through structured instruction and live fire.

Celebrate autumn at the 22nd Annual Fall Festival, a free, family-friendly gathering filled with seasonal fun, good food, and community spirit. Explore a craft show spotlighting handmade work from local makers, perfect for early gift shopping or a little treat for yourself. Festival highlights include a crowd-pleasing scarecrow contest, complimentary activities for children, and a costume contest with plenty of creative flair. Expect a wide selection of food vendors and inviting craft booths stocked with unique finds.

A hands-on workshop focused on crafting a succulent pumpkin that brings a touch of whimsy to holiday decor. Participants learn design techniques while working with heirloom pumpkins from a local farm, then finish their creations with living succulents and air plants, along with dried flowers, preserved moss, and other botanicals. Because the pumpkins are not carved, the arrangements last a long time and are easy to care for. Registration includes guided instruction, one 8 inch pumpkin, a selection of succulent cuttings and air plants, dried florals, and decorative moss, with all materials and tools provided. Attendees receive a 10 percent discount on all plants in the store. Plan to arrive 5 to 10 minutes early for check-in so the session can begin promptly. Participants ages 9 and up are welcome, with space limited to one guardian per attendee under 18. All registrations are nonrefundable. Instruction is led by botanical designer Leslie Geer, whose studio is in downtown Staunton in the historic Stonewall Jackson Schoolhouse. Her work centers on succulents and air plants, often incorporating repurposed vintage finds. Since 2021 she has collaborated with the Staunton Downtown Development Association to design and maintain planters for over 30 businesses during the Shop and Dine Out season. She also tends gardens year round at Pharsalia, a 200 year old flower farm and event venue in Nelson County, and leads botanical workshops in Staunton, Harrisonburg, and Culpeper, VA. Participants leave with a piece that smells as good as it looks.

A monthly karaoke night takes place on the second Saturday of each month in an open-air setting. Food, adult beverages, and fire pits accompany the singing. The festivities are held outside, and outside food is not allowed.

Strixhaven Pre Con League is a 12-event series with a $30 entry fee. Participants need to be in the event Discord for match reporting and communication. Store credit goes to first, second, and third place, with amounts based on tickets sold. All participants receive a foil promo and a regular promo pack at the conclusion, and there is a raffle at the end of the league. Official rules and more details are available.

Mark Patterson and The Midnight Special take the stage at Blue Ridge Cafe for their first performance there, delivering live country music.

This event focuses on classes from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.

The Friends of the Culpeper County Library hosts a book club discussion at the Culpeper County Library featuring Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes. Readers can check out a copy for a 10-day period to prepare for the conversation.

Braggs Corner brings back its Trunk or Treat with more decorated trunks and more treaters planned. Those interested in hosting a trunk can email boom.fitness.culpeper@gmail.com to request a spot while they last. Trophies will be awarded to trunks again, and judging will be decided by the community, with photos posted on the BOOM Fitness & BOOM KIDZ page so people can choose the best trunks.

SP performs a full-band opening set at Culpeper Train Depot to launch the Hop n' Hog Block Party and BBQ Competition. The set runs about an hour and coincides with tastings of local and regional barbecue, craft beers, and bourbon. After the opener, the headliner takes the stage.

Experience the signature piano sound of Jim Brickman in a live concert celebrating more than three decades of music. The set features cherished hits like Valentine, The Gift, and Love of My Life, along with other timeless favorites. Known for blending pop and classical influences, Brickman pairs heartfelt melodies with personal storytelling to create an intimate, memorable concert experience. With a devoted following around the world and a history of beloved hits, he is eager to bring these songs to life on stage for fans old and new. Tickets are $35.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome to this family-friendly Trunk or Treat filled with treats, games, music, and more. Outside, explore a lineup of decorated trunks, with Reva Volunteer Fire & Rescue and the Culpeper Police Department showcasing their emergency vehicles. Inside, kids can bounce and slide in a bouncy house from Bounce VA, also known as Danny's Bouncy House Rentals, and enjoy face painting, crafts, and additional games. A lively mix of indoor and outdoor activities creates plenty of festive fun for all ages.

Fraternal Order of Eagles Culpeper #4551 hosts an adults-only Halloween celebration filled with costumes, music, drinks, and spooky treats. Highlights include a costume contest welcoming outfits that impress, frighten, or make people laugh, plus a spooky potluck snack spread to enjoy with friends. It will be a lively night of good times in the spirit of people helping people, with more details to be announced.

Celebrate a week of Halloween fun at BOOM Fitness and BOOM KIDZ, where every KIDZ class takes on a spooky theme. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes and bring a friend to enjoy the festivities across dance, gymnastics, and cheer sessions.

The Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market, presented by Culpeper Renaissance Inc., celebrates the final week of its regular season at the Culpeper Baptist Church parking lot. Vendors will hand out treats to children in costume to celebrate Halloween. Visitors can stock up on favorite items and bid a friendly farewell to the vendors.

Pick up farm-fresh finds while supporting OCPS students. This Orange Farmer's Market event highlights school clubs and organizations alongside the regular vendors, turning a trip to the market into a community fundraiser. These OCPS fundraiser markets are held during the last market of the month.

A Halloween party with SCS at The Barn at 678 Vineyard focuses on trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged, and indoor seating is limited to about 200.

Historic Culpeper Downtown sets the scene for young trick-or-treaters to start Halloween with a safe, festive stroll through local shops. Organized by Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. in partnership with Culpeper Downtown Merchants, the experience offers treats from participating downtown businesses, Culpeper Renaissance, Inc., the Culpeper Police Department, and others. Costumes are encouraged, whether spooky or sweet, for a lively outing among the area’s charming storefronts.

Adults can pick up a take-home craft kit at the Main branch to create a paper strip pumpkin framed artwork. The kit includes all materials and a display frame, but you will need your own scissors. The frame can stand on a tabletop or hang on a wall. Kits are complimentary for adults, available until quantities run out, with a limit of one per person.

Business Boost is a monthly meetup designed to help local professionals connect with Chamber members, build meaningful relationships, and increase visibility in the community. Each session features timely topics, useful resources, and conversations that support growth while highlighting opportunities and trends affecting Louisa businesses. Attendees can also explore how to make the most of Chamber benefits, including ribbon cuttings, event promotions, calendar listings, news features, and spotlight opportunities. Non-members are welcome to attend and learn what the Chamber offers.

Set aside four days for a nurturing immersion that invites you to relax, reconnect, and strengthen intuitive abilities. Everything is included, from lodging and healing spaces to activities and meals prepared by a private chef who serves three daily meals along with snacks, tea, and coffee. The experience welcomes absolute beginners, those already exploring their intuition, and seasoned intuitives or psychic mediums. Expect a warm atmosphere with moments of laughter, restorative practices, and time in nature, supported by dedicated practitioners. The gathering begins with a welcome ceremony that includes personal clearing, followed by an opening-night social with interactive games. Learning and practice sessions cover how to read oracle and tarot cards, create a gratitude jar, experience aura photography and a cacao ceremony, settle into guided meditation, explore art-based healing, receive sound bowl relaxation and biomat sessions, and participate in both partner and individual exercises. There is focused time for EFT tapping to release blocks around intuition and practical guidance on spiritual hygiene. Community fun includes a pajama and onesie party and a white attire celebration. Goodie bags and materials for sessions are provided, there is free time to enjoy on-site amenities, and the final day closes with reflection and celebration. Lodging is primarily shared in distinctive spaces, with a limited number of single rooms available by confirmation. Pricing options include $1,500 early bird or $1,700 for shared accommodations, and $2,200 early bird or $2,400 for a single room. All sessions and materials are included in the fee, and flexible payment plans are available. Transportation is not provided. Alcohol is not offered to maintain a clear, focused environment. Tarot decks and divine oracle cards created by Christalene are not included. Attendees bring their own white outfit and pajamas or a onesie. Participation calls for an open heart, a willingness to engage and grow, and a judgment-free approach with no symptoms of contagious illness and no drug use. The registration sequence begins with an RSVP to express interest, followed by a detailed form sent by email. Christalene then connects for a short screening to ensure a good energetic fit, after approval payment details are shared. A $500 deposit holds a place, all payments are final, and capacity is limited.

Create a custom tile trivet to use at home or to give as a gift, with guidance from Katie. This adult, in-person session offers plenty of ways to personalize your piece, including painting or coloring, so your style can shine through. No prior art experience is required and all materials are provided. Participation is limited to 12 adults.

Now in its third year, this Hornet vendor and craft fair brings together a growing mix of makers and small businesses. Last year featured more than 60 vendors, with a goal of welcoming even more this time. Vendors interested in participating can scan the QR code to complete the registration form, and questions can be directed to drabe@ocss-va.org.

Lucky Paws Casino Night with Friends of Orange County Animal Shelter takes place at Madison at the Mill.

Society President and professional archaeologist Ray Ezell presents a program in the Sandra and William H. Speiden auditorium on three episodes when the Town of Orange suffered severe damage from fires. The talk explores how destruction and property losses are reflected in period insurance maps, how established businesses and institutions moved their operations afterward, and how these events influenced later commercial development with a focus on sturdier construction. A live stream will be available.

Design a personalized cork board at this Teen Craft Series workshop in the meeting room at Main. Materials such as old book pages, washi tape, and other craft supplies will be provided. For teens in grades 6 to 12. Supplies are limited, so registration is required.

Celebrate community, abundance, and gratitude with a free Friendsgiving Flow yoga session. Cozy attire is encouraged, including flannel shirts, fuzzy socks, and scarves layered over yoga clothes, to create a warm and relaxed atmosphere. Participants are invited to bring a gratitude pumpkin to share what they are thankful for, nurturing appreciation, connection, and a positive group energy.

Friends of the Culpeper County Library offers a monthly book club at the Culpeper County Library. This meeting spotlights “Switchboard Soldiers” by Jennifer Chiaverini, and copies are available to borrow for a 10-day loan period to help readers prepare for the discussion.

Bryan Bielanski brings his upbeat, rock and folk flavored songwriting to Blue Tavern, pairing catchy melodies with a sound that feels both instantly familiar and refreshingly new. A tireless touring artist with over 2,500 performances to his name, including 311 in 2025, he has taken his music to audiences across many U.S. states and countries around the globe. The spirit behind his album Bryan's Super Happy Fun Time matches the lively, positive energy he shares on stage.

Rachael Karpo gives a live solo performance on the Blue Ridge Patio.

Step into an 80s time capsule as The Heart of Rock & Roll salutes Huey Lewis & The News with a spirited recreation of their signature sound and vibe. Frontman Roger Langdon captures Huey’s voice, charisma, and stage presence with striking precision, and original HLN member Sean Hopper has described the show as surreal. Touring nationwide from Las Vegas to New York, the band delivers a high-energy multimedia concert packed with favorites like “The Power of Love,” “Hip to Be Square,” “Stuck with You,” and more. Expect sing along moments and seat-dancing as you revisit the songs that defined an era. Tickets are $49.

Kick off holiday preparations on the lawn at The Avenue ArtHouse, where local artists showcase their creations and the Dead Shell Oysters food truck serves oysters. Browse and shop in an outdoor setting as you get ready for the season.

Hosted by the Greene County Chamber of Commerce, Lights on Main Street celebrates the season with a street festival and parade line-up, followed by a festive parade, a community tree lighting, and time with Santa alongside activities in Santa’s Workshop. Registration opportunities will open later in the fall for sponsorships, parade participation, and Santa’s Workshop. Official updates and requests will come only from authorized Greene County Chamber of Commerce accounts, so please disregard messages from unverified sources. More information will be shared as links and forms are released.

Chris Hanks brings his distinctive sound to the lake with a live set packed with familiar favorites and a country rock vibe. The atmosphere leans upbeat and easygoing, ideal for porch sitting and soaking up the waterfront views. It is a night that suits music fans, those enjoying food, and anyone unwinding with a drink.

Kids can bring a friend for a Winter Wonderland week filled with fun. Participants can try gymnastics, cheer, and dance classes. Dance is offered at the dance location, while gymnastics and cheer are offered at the gymnastics and cheer location. Festive outfits are encouraged for a fun time.