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Milestone Anniversaries
- 125th Anniversary of Main Street Station
Richmond’s Main Street Station is often recognized as one of the most beautiful train stations in the country. This restored 1901 Beaux-Arts landmark has continuously served as a gateway to Richmond, connecting history to modern life under its iconic clock tower. - 100th Anniversary of Agecroft Hall
Agecroft Hall will celebrate its centennial on Virginia soil with “Cheers to 100 Years!,” a Roaring 20s–themed party on Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026. Guests will enjoy live jazz, themed drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, lawn games, a silent auction, and the spectacle of more than 5,000 tulips in bloom. - 100th Anniversary of Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Founded from John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s 1926 vision to restore 18th-century Williamsburg, Colonial Williamsburg has grown into the world’s largest U.S. history museum and a global leader in education, preservation, and research. Programming and special accommodations packages are being offered in celebration of this milestone. - 100th Anniversary of Maymont
In 2026, Maymont celebrates 100 years of its founding as a public park and museum gifted to the city by the Dooleys. The Dooley Mansion reopens this year after undergoing renovations, plus an enhanced Virginia Wildlife Trail with new habitats for porcupines and coyotes. - 100th Anniversary of the John Jasper Memorial Room & Museum at Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church in Richmond
This museum is one of the earliest church-run museum initiatives in the country and houses a collection of artifacts tied to Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church’s rich history and the legacy of its founder John Jasper. - 100th Anniversary of Hampton Cup Regatta
North America’s oldest continuously run hydroplane boat race returns for its 100th year Aug 1-2, 2026. The Hampton Cup brings racing action and family-friendly activities to the East Mercury Bridge at Fort Monroe. Dating back to 1926, the event remains one of the most prestigious courses on the American Power Boat Association circuit, attracting top hydroplane racers from around the world. - 90th Anniversary of Virginia State Parks
Every year on June 15, Virginia State Parks hosts History and Culture Day to commemorate the system’s founding and highlight its historical and cultural significance. - 90th Anniversary of the Galax Old Fiddlers Convention
This year’s event takes place Aug. 3-8, 2026. The Galax Old Fiddlers Convention is considered the longest running music festival in the Commonwealth’s history. - 80th Anniversary of the Richmond Raceway
America’s premier short track, Richmond Raceway, celebrates the milestone during the 2026 NASCAR Race Weekend kicking off on Friday, Aug. 14. - 75th Anniversary of the Taubman Museum of Art
The Taubman Museum of Art celebrates this milestone with special themes and programming each month. In November, a time capsule will be “buried” inside a sculptural installation in the museum, to be opened on the museum’s 100th anniversary. - 50th Anniversary of the Downtown Mall in Charlottesville
Expect the city to celebrate the Downtown Mall’s milestone with programming throughout the year and a July 3, 2026 anniversary event. A community storytelling and historic recollection effort invites residents and visitors to share memories and photos for use in exhibitions and commemorations. - 50th Anniversary of James River Association
As stewards of the James River, the organization is planning celebrations across the watershed throughout 2026, including involvement in events like the James River Batteau Festival in Lynchburg, EcoFest at the James A. Buzzard Education Center, and James River Week. - 50th Anniversary of the Atlantic 10 Conference
The Henrico Sports & Events Center hosts the Atlantic 10 Women’s Basketball Championship Mar. 4–8, 2026. - 45th Anniversary of the Children’s Museum of Richmond
The museum began a major renovation at its Downtown location as part of its Dream Big Capital Campaign. Renovations are expected to be completed by June 2026. - 45th Anniversary of L’Auberge Provencale
This French inn & restaurant in White Post, VA hosts a celebratory picnic in July 2026. - 40th Anniversary of the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia
The Richmond museum plans to host exhibits, film screenings, community panels, and other cultural programming throughout 2026. - 40th Anniversary of Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
A pillar of the Hampton Roads community since 1986, the Aquarium celebrates this milestone all year with fundraisers, special events, and unique merchandise. - 40th Anniversary of the Gloucester Daffodil Festival
The Gloucester Daffodil Fest will celebrate its 40th anniversary Mar. 28-29. Gloucester’s Main Street will buzz with live music, a petting zoo, parade, living history, kids’ entertainment, a 5k race, and over 250 artisan vendors. The festival also features the Daffodil Show, the largest American Daffodil Society-sanctioned flower show in the nation. - 25th Anniversary of Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton
This venue and home to the American Shakespeare Center, celebrated for its historical accuracy, kicks off their next season February 2026. - 10th Anniversary of the Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail
The trail marks its anniversary with a new digital passport inviting visitors to explore breweries to earn a commemorative T-shirt. Additionally, a special lodging package offers brewery transportation via The Carriage Shuttle. The Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail is a regional partnership promoting craft breweries and businesses across Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta County, Harrisonburg, Lexington & Rockbridge, and Rockingham County.