The Culpeper Minute Men was organized in the fall of 1775in response to Governor Patrick Henry’s call for the Virginia militia to protect the capital at Williamsburg. Their uniform consisted of hunting shirts bearing the words “Liberty or Death” and a distinctive rattlesnake flag stating both “Liberty or Death” and “Don’t Tread On Me.” “That […]
Awaken your senses during Culpeper Downtown Fall Restaurant Week, beginning Monday, September 29th through Sunday, October 5th. Enjoy specially priced multi-course menus, delicious combos, and exclusive specials from 15 of your favorite downtown dining choices. With options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and all the snacks in between, there is no reason to stay in when […]
Charged with overseeing the Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market after its arrival to downtown in the 90s, nonprofit Main Street program Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), invites you to explore, shop, and connect with a vast array of vendors, including farmers, growers, bakers, and craft artisans every Saturday at this open-air Market. Each week look forward to […]
5th Annual Broken String Bluegrass Festival! Doors open at 11am for a full day of the best in bluegrass! Shows kick off at 12pm! Lineup: Nothin’ Fancy: 12-1:30pm Shannon Bielski and Moonlight Drive: 2-3:30pm Hammaville: 4-5:30pm Appalachian Road Show: 6-7:30pm Lonesome River Band: 8-9:30pm Local food trucks: *Talk of the Mountain Crab Cakes & More […]
Charged with overseeing the Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market after its arrival to downtown in the 90s, nonprofit Main Street program Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), invites you to explore, shop, and connect with a vast array of vendors, including farmers, growers, bakers, and craft artisans every Saturday at this open-air Market. Each week look forward to […]
Once again, the skies over Culpeper County will roar with the thunder of historic and high-performance aircraft this October 11th, along with an expanded program that promises fun for the whole family. Free again to the public this year, the show will thrill with heart-stopping stunts and precision flying performed by historically significant aircraft by […]
Celebrating 250th Anniversary of the Culpeper Battalion, a diverse force of volunteers who committed their families, their fortunes, and their lives to support the common cause of INDEPENDENCE.  Registration opens on June 1, 2025.  This is a multi-day event.  Please visit www.CulpeperMinuteMen.US for event specifics and registration.
Charged with overseeing the Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market after its arrival to downtown in the 90s, nonprofit Main Street program Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), invites you to explore, shop, and connect with a vast array of vendors, including farmers, growers, bakers, and craft artisans every Saturday at this open-air Market. Each week look forward to […]
Join us for a festive day of history, fun, and community at Salubria, where the scenic grounds transform into a lively celebration of Virginia’s past and present.  This inaugural event launches Culpeper’s 250th History Week as part of the county’s VA250 commemorations. What to Expect: Historical reenactors and living history demonstrations Join in Colonial Dancing with our talented […]
Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), a 501c3 nonprofit Main Street Program, is excited to announce the return of the Hop N Hog Culpeper Block Party & BBQ Competition!  Enjoy beer, bourbon and BBQ, plus live music, food & artisan vendors, adult games, a kid’s area and more Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12pm to 5pm, in Culpeper […]
Charged with overseeing the Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market after its arrival to downtown in the 90s, nonprofit Main Street program Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. (CRI), invites you to explore, shop, and connect with a vast array of vendors, including farmers, growers, bakers, and craft artisans every Saturday at this open-air Market. Each week look forward to […]
It’s All Just a Bunch of Hocus Pocus during Culpeper Downtown’s Fall Family Movie Night! Join your friends at Culpeper Renaissance, Inc, for the first ever Fall Family Movie Night, taking place Saturday, October 25th in Culpeper Downtown! Bring your coziest fall blankets and favorite lawn chairs as we feature the 1993 Disney classic, Hocus […]
Culpeper Renaissance, Inc, along with Culpeper Downtown Merchants invite all the little ghouls and goblins to kick off your Halloween fun with us!  Enjoy a safe and festive trick or treating experience, winding through the charming and quaint shops of historic Culpeper Downtown. Friday, October 31, from 5pm to 6:30pm, show off your costume while […]