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Slither your way into Reptile Festival April 25 & 26



Get ready for a wild time at the Reptile Festival!
Meet amazing live reptiles and amphibians—like snakes, lizards, turtles, and more—plus explore preserved specimens and fossils from the museum’s collections.


Chat with real scientists, dive into hands-on crafts and activities, snap a pic at the photo booth, and enjoy free balloon animals and face painting! Don’t forget to check out the food trucks and shop for souvenirs in the Museum Store!

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Spencer-Penn Centre’s 14th Annual Pig Cookin’: A Full Day of Fun, Food & Family!



Mark your calendars and bring your appetite—Spencer-Penn Centre’s 14th Annual Pig Cookin’ is happening on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join us for a day packed with mouthwatering BBQ, exciting activities, and community fun.

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Opening Day at the Uptown Martinsville Farmers Market – May 3



Get ready to kick off the season with fresh finds and local vibes! The Uptown Martinsville Farmers Market opens for the 2025 season on Saturday, May 3 from 8 a.m. to noon.


The market will run every Saturday from May 3 through November 15, from 8 a.m. to noon, offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, baked treats, plants, and so much more—rain or shine!

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Buzz on Over to the Inaugural Ridgeway Bee

Festival – May 3!



The Town of Ridgeway is excited to host its first-ever Ridgeway Bee Festival on Saturday, May 3rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Town Park behind the Ridgeway Rescue Squad—and you’re invited!


Come out for a day full of fun and learning with:
🎶 Live Music
🛍️ Local Crafts
🌮 Tasty Food
🪴 A Plant Exchange
🐝 Beekeeping Demo & Observation Hive
🎁 Door Prizes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Activities


Whether you’re a bee enthusiast, a nature lover, or just looking for a great way to spend your Saturday, there’s something for everyone at the Bee Festival!

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Upcoming Events in MHC: 

From game nights to live performances and comedy shows to car shows, there's something for everyone in Martinsville-Henry County, VA! 


Apr 24 | Kiwanis Pancake Day


Apr 25 | Marie Anderson Live at TAD Tavern


Apr 26 | Book Signing with Forest Jones


Apr 26 | Kountry Girl Hospitality Presents: Mom & Daughter Tea Party


Arp 28 | Monday Uptown Pub Run at Renewal Brewing


May 3 | Storytime at Spencer-Penn Centre


May 3 | FAB Lab Family Days: Personalized Mother’s Day Sign


May 3 | Mother’s Day Tea & Paint Party


May 3 | Free Veterans Benefit Concert by the Pond at Infinity Acres


See more events on our online calendar » 


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Becoming Othello – One-Woman Show at Piedmont Arts, May 8



Actor and playwright Debra Ann Byrd will perform the one-person play “Becoming Othello: A Black Girl’s Journey,” Thursday, May 8 at Piedmont Arts.


The play is a gripping and realistic tour de force that chronicles Byrd’s journey from a single mother in Harlem to an award-winning classical actor tackling the role of Othello. Interspersed with multimedia elements and verses from Shakespeare’s original play, she bares her soul in this vulnerable and resonant story of perseverance, discovery and unconditional love.

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Martinsville Half Marathon and 5K

Get ready to run through Martinsville’s scenic streets and trails! The Martinsville Half Marathon & 5K starts and finishes at the Gazebo on Depot Street, leading runners along the UpTown Connection and Dick & Willie Passage Trails.

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BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR ROOSTER WALK 15



More than just a festival — it’s a place to unwind, connect, and experience world-class music, award-winning food, and local libations in a beautiful outdoor setting.

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5 Ways to WIN Rooster Walk Tickets


Your path to free admission to Rooster Walk is enclosed. Whether you’re feeling lucky, generous, or just want to get your hadns on a ticket without the price tag — we’ve got you covered.


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Artists may enter work in ‘Expressions 2025’ on May 17 at Piedmont Arts


Artists, including students in grades 9-12, who live within a 100-mile radius of Martinsville are invited to enter work in “Expressions 2025” from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, May 17 at Piedmont Arts.



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Discover all there is to do and more in Martinsville – Henry County by downloading the official tourism mobile app or by planning your trip with our interactive widget on VisitMartinsville.com. Easily map out directions for your next visit or explore our catalog of events, shops, restaurants, hotels, and attractions. Find the information you need, even while on the go!


If you are interested in printed information, you can request a free Martinsville – Henry County Activity Guide in the mail or request information for a local pick-up by clicking here.

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