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Tappahannock Partners with Pack Brothers Hospitality for Hoskins Creek Development

The Town of Tappahannock is proud to announce its partnership with Pack Brothers Hospitality to manage the upcoming Hoskins Creek Restaurant, lodging facilities, and dock operations. Known for their exceptional… Continue reading Tappahannock Partners with Pack Brothers Hospitality for Hoskins Creek Development

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Rotary Poor House Park is a Gem for Hikers & Bikers

… and don’t forget your camera Guest post and pictures by Woodie Walker There are two trails at Rotary Poor House Park in Essex County. One is more challenging, with… Continue reading Rotary Poor House Park is a Gem for Hikers & Bikers

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𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲!🌽🎶🛍️

Looking for the perfect spring day trip? Come experience small-town charm at the @tappahannockfarmersmarket this 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟗𝐭𝐡, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟗 𝐀𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝟏 𝐏𝐌 (rain or shine!) in the heart of our historic downtown!

🌟 With 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟔𝟎 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬, you’ll find:
🍓 Fresh local produce
🍞 Homemade baked goods
🦐 Fresh meats & seafood
🎁 Unique crafts & gifts
🌿 Plants to brighten your garden

🎶 Enjoy live music, grab a bite at one of our on-site dining spots, and let the kids join in family-friendly activities!

📍 Prince Street
🗓️ Every 3rd Saturday, April–October

Whether you're a foodie, a treasure hunter, or just in need of a fun weekend getaway, 𝑻𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖! Come for the market, stay for the river views, shopping, and small-town hospitality. 💙

👉 Plan your visit at www.VisitTappahannock.com

#visittappahannock #tappahannockfarmersmarket #virginiaevents #rappahannockrivervibes #shoplocalva

🎪 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐔𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬!🎪

Are you at the circus or an antique mall? 🤹‍♂️🎠 @acme_antiques_tappahannock is anything but ordinary! With over 100 booths, this treasure trove will keep you exploring for hours. Look in every direction—yes, even up!—as Tonka trucks, vintage décor, man-cave must-haves, and stunning oyster jewelry by the Northern Neck’s own Marilou Bray sparkle from every corner. ✨

After your antique adventure, step next door to 𝐀𝐜𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐫, where it’s always 1950! 🍦 From handspun ice cream in 36 flavors to hot dogs, nachos, and classic soda fountain treats, this charming shop is a trip back in time. With carnival and circus décor, it’s the perfect place to linger and indulge! 🎡

📍 𝐀𝐜𝐦𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 & 𝐀𝐜𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐫 – A must-visit duo in Tappahannock!

🔗 Learn more at www.VisitTappahannock.com

#visittappahannock #acmeantiques #hiddentreasures #vintagefinds #antiqueshopping #icecreamlovers 🍨✨

🍴 Tappahannock & Essex County Restaurant Week i

✨ Something’s 𝒂𝒍𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 going

🎶✨ 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗸!💃🏽🕺🏾

Looking for a reason to visit? We’ve got the 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕 one. Join us for the 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 & 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 — a night of music, flavor, and unforgettable fun right here in Tappahannock!

🎤 Live performances inspired by Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, The O’Jays, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and more.

🎧 2 guest DJs spinning all your soul favorites
🍽️ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 served with local flair
👗 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – bring your style and your soul!

✨ Come for the music. Stay for the memories.

🗓️ Make it a weekend getaway and explore all that Tappahannock has to offer.

📍Event and travel info: www.visittappahannock.com

#VisitTappahannock #TappahannockEvents #MotownInTappahannock #PhillySoulVibes #DanceEatLoveLife #SoulInSmallTownVA

🍴 𝐀 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤 & 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐱 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲!🌟

Come for the charm—stay for the food! From historic downtown to hidden gems across the county, this is your invitation to explore 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐬 and 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬.

Whether you're craving fresh 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐚 𝐣𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫, 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐟é 𝐯𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐬, there's something here to satisfy every craving.

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬:
17 South
1710 Tavern & Essex Inn
Almost There Diner
Bella Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Java Jacks Cafe
Maltese Brewing Company 2
NN Burger
Prince Street Cafe at Hobbs Hole
Roberto Italian Restaurant
Segar’s Legacy Event Center and Restaurant
To-Do-Cafe
Wind Vineyards at Laurel Grove

Make this your reason to visit.

#VisitTappahannock #EssexEats #TasteTheRiverRealm

🌊✨ 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐚

🚣‍♀️✨ 𝑨 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑹𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑻𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑩𝒊𝒈 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒎 – that’s the spotlight on Tappahannock in this new feature from the Virginia Guide!

We’re so excited to share this beautifully written article by Julie Matthews, diving into what makes our riverside town so special—from serene kayaking on the Rappahannock River to the vibrant Tappahannock Central Park, unique shopping, bird watching at the National Wildlife Refuge, and dining at local favorites. 🍔🍷🌿

Tappahannock is perfect for a day trip, weekend getaway, or a full-on vacation. Come TAPP into something special. Your riverfront escape awaits!

➡️ Read the full article at www.visitvirginia.guide/town-of-tappahannock/

📍 Plan your visit at www.VisitTappahannock.com

#visittappahannock #virginiariverrealm #coastalgetaway #explorevirginia #rivertownvibes #weekendescape #familyfun #virginiabucketlist

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