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This social media site is an official Hanover County government product. Hanover County Parks and Recreation is proud to offer a great variety of recreational activities year round. Please browse our website for details on upcoming programs, clubs, athletic leagues, park usage, special events, registration procedures and more!

05/28/2026

The Sounds at Sunset Concert Series returns on Friday, June 5, with The Mashup Band at Poor Farm Park! This dynamic five-piece ensemble lights up events with seamless mashups spanning seven decades of hits, from Motown to modern pop. Gather your friends and join us for an amazing evening in the park!

Friday, June 5, 5:30-8:30 PM
Poor Farm Park
13400 Liberty School Road

‼️ Free admission - all ages welcome!

🍻 Beer garden hosted by Rotary Club of Mechanicsville, Virginia

🍔 Food trucks available

➡️ Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/1713/Sounds-at-Sunset

05/25/2026

Today’s Memorial Day Ceremony provided a meaningful opportunity to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation and our freedoms. Although inclement weather required the ceremony to be moved indoors, the significance and impact of the event remained just as strong. We extend our sincere gratitude to all veterans for their service and thank the community members whose support and participation helped make today’s ceremony so special.

05/24/2026

‼️Event Update‼️

Due to inclement weather, tomorrow’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be relocated to the Board Room in the Administration Building at the Hanover County Government Complex.

Monday, May 25, 10:00 AM
Board Room
Hanover County Administration Building
7516 County Complex Road

Event details: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/941/Community-Events

Hanover County Government

05/22/2026

The latest issue of The Hanover Review will soon be delivered to your mailbox! 📬🎉

This edition spotlights the County’s tourism initiative, Visit Hanover Virginia, and is packed with inspiring stories, project updates and the latest news from Hanover County, Hanover County Public Schools, the Town of Ashland, Virginia and Hanover County Parks and Recreation.

is your connection to County information, celebration and community spirit. 💙💚

05/21/2026

‼️Event Update‼️

Tonight's Montpelier Together event will move indoors at The Montpelier Center for Arts and Education. Entertainment, concessions, and activities will all be held inside the building. Event parking will be available at the Montpelier Recreation Center and Library and Montpelier Park.

Please note that lawn chairs will not be needed indoors. Outside food and drink are prohibited.

➡️Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/941/Community-Events

05/20/2026

Join us as we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country at our annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

📅 Monday, May 25
🕙 10 a.m.
📍Hanover Veterans Memorial at Hanover Wayside Park

In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the Hanover County Administration Building, 7516 County Complex Road.

05/19/2026

We’re teaming up with our friends at the Montpelier Center for Arts and Education and the Pamunkey Regional Library to bring you Montpelier Together - a monthly celebration where families can play, listen, laugh, and connect. Whether you're dancing near the stage, bouncing through activities, or enjoying dinner under the open sky, there's something for everyone!

Montpelier Together
Thu, May 21, 5:30-8:00 PM
Montpelier Park
Band: “Out of Uniform”

‼️ Free admission. Concessions available for purchase. All ages welcome. Event will be held rain or shine.‼️

➡️ Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/941/Community-Events

05/18/2026

Raise a glass to freedom! Yesterday’s History and Hops brought the sights and sounds of the American Revolution to life at the Historic Hanover Courthouse! Special thanks to all of our partner agencies, interpreters, vendors, our hard-working events team, and everyone who joined us for this very special afternoon.

05/15/2026

Raise a glass to freedom! History and Hops returns to the Historic Hanover Courthouse on Saturday, May 16, from 2-6 PM. Step back in time 250 years and experience the sights and sounds of colonial Hanover during the American Revolution.

🇺🇸 Interactive demonstrations
🇺🇸 Costumed interpreters
🇺🇸 Local historians
🇺🇸 Unique performances

Concessions and craft beverages available for purchase.

‼️ Free and open to all ages

➡️ Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/1655/History-and-Hops

📍 7496 County Complex Drive

05/12/2026

It’s going to be a beautiful Saturday at History and Hops this weekend! Check out these awesome entertainers and interpreters throughout the event.

🇺🇸 7th Virginia Regiment
🇺🇸 Doorway Singers
🇺🇸 Parson’s Cause Trial (student performers)
🇺🇸 Liberty or Death Speech (student performers)
🇺🇸 Signora Bella

In addition to these awesome opportunities, make sure to stop in and check out all of the vendors, activities, and displays at this unique event!

Saturday, May 16, 2-6 PM
Hanover Museum of History and Culture
7496 County Complex Road

‼️Free admission! Open to all ages.

➡️ Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/1655/History-and-Hops

05/07/2026

History and Hops returns to the Historic Hanover Courthouse on Saturday, May 16, from 2-6 PM! Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with interactive demonstrations, lively entertainment, and costumed interpreters. Learn about local history and experience the sights and sounds of colonial Hanover.

🇺🇸 7th Virginia Regiment Infantry Demonstrations
🇺🇸 Parson’s Cause Trial student performances
🇺🇸 Give Me Liberty Oratory Contest Speeches
🇺🇸 Doorway Singer performances
🇺🇸 World Serpent Armory demonstrations
🇺🇸 Learn about some of Hanover’s most historic sites and figures

🍻 🍔 Food and beverages available for purchase. Craft beverages provided by the Hanover CREW Foundation.

✅ Free admission
✅ Open to all ages

➡️ Learn more: https://www.hanovercounty.gov/1655/History-and-Hops

Address

7515 Library Drive, Room 120
Hanover, VA
23069

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18043657150

Website

http://www.hanovercounty.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/875/

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