Louisa County is perfect for lake lovers

The June 2026 Visit Louisa guide is now available! Find events this month and see what's coming up this summer. See the issue online at visitlouisa.com/monthly-guides. ... See MoreSee Less

How are you celebrating VA250? Here in Louisa County, we're kicking VA250 events off this summer season with the Jack Jouett Day Festival this Saturday at Southern Revere Cellars from 11am to 4pm, featuring a vendor village, demonstrations, food, and activities. Later this month and continuing into early July, the Virginia Scenic Railway will run special steam engine excursion trains from the Louisa train depot, allowing passengers and train enthusiasts an opportunity to experience the sights, sounds, and sensations of a previous time. This July Fourth weekend will offer three amazing fireworks displays: 1.) Red White & Brew: Independence Day Festival & Fireworks, July 3 at Southern Revere Cellars starting at 4pm; 2.) Town of Louisa Fourth of July Celebration, Saturday, July 4 in the Town of Louisa from 4pm-9pm; and 3.) Fireworks at Lake Anna, Dike 2, Saturday, July 4, fireworks to begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 PM). In addition to these family-friendly events, the Louisa County Museum & Visitor Information Center operated by the Louisa County Historical Society will continue to serve as a VA250 Passport location!

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You know what pairs with great BBQ? That's right ... wine! Check out Wine Down Wednesday at Country Boys BBQ every Wednesday from 4:00-7:00, featuring local wine. Find other happenings this week in Louisa County below.

**FRIDAY**

Sip & Savor Express - Wine Tasting featuring Lake Anna Winery
Virginia Scenic Railway, 105 Church Ave, Louisa
All aboard for an unforgettable journey! Join us for Sip & Savor, an exclusive cider tasting event aboard the Virginia Scenic Railway.

Live Music: John Sutton Band
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Beach Music!! Surf, Reggae, Roots, Americana, FUN!! John Sutton Band, Friday & Saturday, 5:30-8:30pm, May 29 & May 30th.

Music Trivia
Tim's at Lake Anna, 200 G Boardwalk Way, Mineral
SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW MUSIC? Prove it. Join us every Friday night at Tim’s at Lake Anna for Music Trivia that hits different. Starts at 7PM. Multi-genre. Multi-generation.

Karaoke at Prospect Drafthouse
Prospect Drafthouse, 225 Oak Grove Drive, Mineral
Love to sing? We love to hear it! Come out for Karaoke Night hosted by Raise the Roof Entertainment and show off those shower-concert vocals.

**SATURDAY**

Guest Food Truck: Country Roads Wood-Fired Pizza +
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Country Roads Wood-Fired Pizza + Saturday 11am-5pm, During the Giving Words Car Show!

Giving Hope Car Show & Fundraiser
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Giving Hope Car Show & Fundraiser at Southern Revere Cellars benefitting Giving Words VA Saturday, May 30 | 11AM-4PM Car Show Judging.

2nd Annual Smokin' Spirit Fundraiser
Louisa Youth Athletic Association, 121 W Main St, Louisa
County Boys BBQ will generously donate. They continue to be a HUGE supporter of our organization, and we give them a loud ROAR of appreciation for everything they do for our athletes and our community. So mark your calendars!

Live Music: Pat Russell
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Saturday May 30th 1-4pm Pat Russell solo, During the Giving Words Car Show!

**SUNDAY**

Louisa ~ Sunday Brunch
Virginia Scenic Railway, 105 Church Ave, Louisa
Step aboard for a leisurely mid-morning escape where timeless brunch favorites pair with the charm of rail travel.

Guest Food Truck: Beaverdam Grill
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Guest Food Truck: Beaverdam Grill Smash burgers and more! Sunday 11am-6pm (every last Sunday of the month!)

Paint + Sip: "Buzzing Into Spring" at Southern Revere Cellars
Blue Ridge Brushes, 1100 East Jack Jouett Road, Louisa
Come paint with us, no experience necessary, all materials included!

**MONDAY**

Summer Art Camp- Jungle Jamboree
The Avenue ArtHouse, 102 Church Ave., Louisa
Week 1- Jungle Jamboree, June 1-5. From 9am-12pm, kids will jump into a bright jungle adventure! Each day, campers will create colorful art using a variety of mediums as they explore amazing animals and rainforest scenes.

**WEDNESDAY**

Wine Down Wednesday
Country Boys BBQ, 121 W Main St., Louisa
Every Wednesday from 4:00-7:00: Wine Down Wednesday

June Gathering: Make Your Writing Soar!
Write In Louisa, Louisa Arts Center, 212 Fredericksburg Ave, Louisa
What makes your writing soar? During our June 3 gathering, writer and artist C.S. Ellison will help us discover safe writing spaces, both mentally and physically. Enjoy discussion, writing prompts, and exploring new avenues of creativity.

**THURSDAY**

Thirsty Thursday
Southern Revere Cellars, 1100 E Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa
Thirsty Thursday at Southern Revere. Join us every Thursday for our weekly drink special!

Trivia Night at Prospect Drafthouse
Prospect Drafthouse, 225 Oak Grove Drive, Mineral
Ready for a night of brain-bending fun? Join us for our weekly trivia hosted by the one and only Trivia Guy, Brandon Hamilton!

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This year's Jack Jouett Day Festival will offer an amateur hobby horse competition! With both kid and adult heats, this will be fun for all ages. So, grab a horse from your toy closet or make your own (pro tip - use a broomstick, pool noodle, or recycled materials). Prizes will be awarded for best designed horse, fastest racer through the obstacle course, and more! Sign up through the Visit Louisa website (direct 🔗 in comments).

🐴About Jack Jouett Day
This is an annual family-friendly event put on by Louisa County, the Louisa County Historical Society, and Southern Revere Cellars to bring recognition to local Revolutionary folk hero John "Jack" Jouett and celebrate the rich history of Louisa County and also celebrate the VA250 - American Revolution 250 Commission!

🐴When and Where
Saturday, June 6th, 11am-4pm
1100 E. Jack Jouett Rd, Louisa, VA 23093
Admission is FREE to all visitors.

🐴What to Expect in 2026
Historic groups, trade demonstrators, & reenactors!
- Louisa County Historical Society
- Spoons and Brooms RVA (Natural Broom Crafting)
- Wesley Costea (Blacksmith)
- Zapantis Designs (Natural Dye Processing)
- Henrico County Historical Society
- Historic Bracketts Farm
- VA250 Collectors beer mugs
- Small batch Cask Ale!
- Giant LOVEworks letters on site for photos!
- Amateur Hobby Horse Competition 2pm
- Face Painting by Paint Pixels & Pixie Dust
- Bounce Houses by Borderline Over the Top
- Caricatures by Jay 1-3pm
- Puff Away Cigar Lounge 12-8pm
- Carrie's Soul Food
- River City Wood Fired Pizza
- From the Farm BBQ
- A&K Sips Lemonade & more
- Two Sisters Italian Ice
- Marshall and Company (18th Century Musicians) 11am-1pm
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Make Your First Stop the Louisa County Museum & Visitor Information Center

While trip planning online and through an app can be incredibly helpful, sometimes nothing beats getting recommendations, directions, and insider tips from a real person. That’s exactly what you’ll find at the Louisa County Museum & Visitor Information Center. Located at 214 Fredericksburg Avenue, Louisa, VA 23093 in the heart of Louisa County and within the Town of Louisa, the Museum & Visitor Information Center is staffed by certified Louisa County Tourism Ambassadors who are ready to help connect visitors with attractions, dining, events, outdoor recreation, and many of the county’s historic sites. Whether you are looking for hidden gems, family activities, wineries, rail excursions, local shops, or historical landmarks, knowledgeable staff can help point you in the right direction during hours of operation Tuesday through Saturday.

The Museum & Visitor Information Center is alongside two other cultural and historic destinations: the Town of Louisa Town Hall (housed in a historic school building) and the Louisa Arts Center. Along with a town park, the campus offers a convenient and enriching place to begin your visit.

Visitors can also pick up brochures highlighting attractions and events, browse a digital kiosk featuring up to date information from around the county, and grab a Louisa County map that showcases the county’s communities and destinations.

Of course, the center offers much more than visitor resources alone. Operated by the Louisa County Historical Society, the Museum & Visitor Information Center is also known as The Sargeant Museum of Louisa County History. This gives visitors the unique opportunity to gather local travel information while discovering the stories, people, and places that shaped the county. As The Sargeant Museum of Louisa County History, it also features engaging exhibits that bring Louisa County’s past to life. From local heritage to historical artifacts and stories, the museum provides visitors and residents alike with an opportunity to learn something new about the county’s rich history.

Whether you are visiting Louisa County for the first time, returning to discover something new, or simply looking for current happenings around the area, the Louisa County Museum & Visitor Information Center offers a welcoming place to start your journey. Stop in, explore the exhibits, talk with a Louisa County Tourism Ambassador, and discover what makes Louisa County special. ... See MoreSee Less