The 2025 Father's Day Feast!
2025-06-15 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Hanover Tavern
Bring the whole family together for a mouthwatering all-Dad-can-eat buffet at Hanover Tavern… The Father’s Day Feast!
Dine on Dad’s favorite dishes, including savory ribs, while listening to live music by The Blayz Family Band. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration! View the menu: Father Feast Menu
Get tickets: Father’s Day Feast!

Special Presentation: Patrick Henry, Firebrand of the Revolution!
2025-07-13 14:30 | Hanover Tavern
JOIN US FOR AN INSIGHTFUL LOOK AT
PATRICK HENRY, FIREBRAND OF THE REVOLUTION!
In Partnership with Hanover Tavern Foundation

A Conversation with
Author Dr. Jon Kukla &
Judge David B. Caddel Jr.
Sunday, July 13
2:30pm in Hanover Tavern’s Bradley Theater
Presentation Tickets: $5
An exclusive Dinner with the Author to follow in the Arch Room: $125 ea. A portion of your dinner ticket will be a tax-deductible donation to fund the event.
Visit hanoverhistorical.org/events for details & tickets. Get Your Tickets

Let Your Light Shine as Amaryllis Studios Presents "Godspell"!
2025-07-17 - 2025-07-20
…a musical based upon the Gospel of St. Matthew
Join us for this new production of the classic musical brought to you by Amaryllis Studios, making their debut at Hanover Tavern’s Bradley Theater!
Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden), and it took the world by storm.
A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing allowing Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love to come vibrantly to life. First performed in 1971, it has enjoyed many productions and interpretations including a revival on Broadway in 2011, but its message is timeless.
Get your tickets now! Godspell Tickets

Paranormal Investigation: Four Haunted Locations - One Haunting Night!
2025-07-19 21:30 - 2025-07-20 02:00 | Hanover Tavern
Join us July 19th to investigate not one, but FOUR locations in one night. The Hanover Tavern, the Old Stone Jail, the Historic Courthouse, and the Historic Clerk of Courts are all tied together in history; and now you’ll be able to investigate each of them.
The Hanover Tavern
The earliest portion of the Tavern being built in 1791, there was a Tavern on the property spanning back to 1733. One of only a few surviving colonial-era Taverns in the United States, the Hanover Tavern hosted such historic figures as George Washington, Lord Cornwallis, Patrick Henry, P.T. Barnum, Marquis de Lafayette, and more. Both Union and Confederate troops utilized the Tavern on their way to and from the battlefields.
The Old Stone Jail
Built in 1835, the Old Stone Jail was not a place you wanted to spend any time; criminals of all kinds were kept within these walls. The jail consists of 4 rooms; 2 cells occupy the lower floor, one cell on the upper floor, and one room that housed the jail’s warden and his men. It wasn’t until 1916 that glass windows were installed in the building. Prior to this, the only thing protecting inmates indoors from the cold, harsh winters outdoors were iron bars.
The Historic Courthouse
The Third-longest continuous-use courthouse in the United States sits here in Hanover County; the Historic Hanover Courthouse. Built in 1735, the courthouse saw countless cases. Most significantly, this Courthouse played host to Patrick Henry when he argued the Parsons’ Cause case – a spark of the American Revolution. Many troops passed by the Courthouse – both during the Revolutionary War and Civil War. Sustaining mild damage during the American Revolution, the courthouse was repaired in time to see further conflict during the Civil War. The Battle of Hanover Courthouse brought heavy skirmishes to the area on May 27, 1862, and when the Union forces returned to the Courthouse at the end of May 1864, they imprisoned Hanover County’s Clerk of Court.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠
The Historic Old Clerk’s Office has served Hanover County since 1835. It remains in use today, recently being renovated with the opening of the new Hanover Museum of History & Culture.
For years, guests of each of these locations report eerie experiences of ghost apparitions, smells, and un-explainable noises. Now we have access to investigate those claims. Are previous Hanover Tavern keepers still roaming the halls? Are inmates still inhabiting the cells of the Old Stone Jail? Or are court cases still being played out to this day in the Historic Courthouse? It’s time to find out for yourself.
We have investigated all of these locations numerous times and have come away with proof of the paranormal on every visit. Guests of these locations often report eerie experiences of ghostly apparitions, smells, and noises that could never be explained.
This is a fundraising paranormal investigation! All proceeds of this event directly and entirely benefit Hanover Tavern Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Get your tickets: July Paranormal Investigation
PLEASE NOTE:
You are welcome to bring your own equipment to investigate.
We will break into small groups at each site to investigate. Each group will be led by an investigator with equipment which will utilized for the investigation!
We will be outside to organize for the event, as well as traveling from building to building, so please dress accordingly.
Please do not put on fragrances before the investigation. Smells are often reported at these locations and it will be difficult to identify if we are wearing fragrances.
Please do not wear loose jewelry, baggy clothing, etc. These often make extra sounds and noises that will make listening to and identifying EVPs difficult!
There will be identified spots if you need to smoke a cigarette. Please make sure you dispose of your cigarette butts accordingly.
Please do not plan to investigate under the influence of drugs or alcohol. We will ask you to leave the premises if so.
Weapons of any kind are strictly forbidden.
Bring your equipment! We’ll have some that you can use within your groups, but you are welcome to bring any equipment you have for investigating that you can carry with you. A flashlight is highly encouraged. Additionally, if you do not have an audio recorder, bring your phone! We’ll ask you to put it in airplane mode, but you can still record audio onto your cellphone – a large number of people on our investigations have recorded EVPs on their phones!
Most importantly, have fun! This paranormal investigation is for you, so bring your ideas and thoughts for investigating! You never know what, or who, you will run into, and we value your unique ideas and suggestions for investigating these locations! We urge you to be ready to be involved in the investigation! Think of some questions you’d like to ask in advance, if you have any theories that we can test out, and more!
For more information, questions, or concerns please contact Hanover Tavern or Transcend Paranormal.

Support a Great Cause: CJ's Flutterby Steampunk-Themed Tea!
2025-07-20 15:00 - 17:00
Hanover Tavern is proud to host this fundraising event supporting a wonderful cause – CJ’s Thumbs Up Foundation.
Join us for an enchanting afternoon at the second annual CJ’s Flutterby Tea with special Guest Host Gail Carriger!
Sip on delicious teas, savor scrumptious treats, and immerse yourself in the Victorian industrial coolness of Steampunk. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to relax and enjoy the company of friends in a charming setting while supporting a great cause! Learn more about CJ’s Thumbs Up Foundation: https://www.cjstuf.org/
This Steampunk-themed tea features three courses – savory, scone, and sweet – and your first specialty cocktail is included! In addition, there will be a raffle, a prize for best costume, and more.
Special guest host of the tea will be Gail Carriger! Gail Carriger has multiple NYT bests sellers and millions of books in print in dozens of different languages. She is best known for the Parasol Protectorate and Finishing School series.

Traditional tea attire is welcomed but guests are encouraged to sport their best Steampunk style!

Get your tickets today! CJ’s Flutterby Tea

Speaker Series: The Virginia Continental Line in the Revolution's Southern Campaign
2025-07-31 19:00 - 20:30 | Hanover Tavern
Join us for a Discussion of the Virginia Continental Line!
Author John Settle discusses his new book that uses primary sources and first-hand accounts to give voices to the honorable, but often forgotten, veterans of the Virginia Line.

This is a FREE event but seat reservations are appreciated! Reserve Your Seat

SOLD OUT! Haunted Hanover Tavern Tour
2025-08-21 20:00 - 21:00 | Hanover Tavern
Join us for the Haunted Hanover Tavern Tour as we share tales of paranormal happenings at the Tavern, both new and old.
The tour lasts for approximately 1 hour. This is a walking tour through the Tavern, with 2-3 flights of stairs. We will also be outdoors for a period of the tour, so dress accordingly.
Please arrive 15 minutes early and check-in at the Reception Desk for the tour. Tours will begin promptly on-time.
Tickets are $12 a person and benefit the Hanover Tavern Foundation 501(c)(3).
Advanced tickets required. Get Your Tickets

2025/26 Season Premiere: Chamberlayne Actors Theatre Presents "The Lifespan of a Fact"
2025-08-29 - 2025-09-14 | Hanover Tavern
Based on the 2012 book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal, The Lifespan of a Fact was adapted as a Broadway play in 2018. Lifespan is a sharp, fast-paced showdown between fact and fiction, pitting an ambitious young fact-checker against a celebrated writer with a flair for dramatic storytelling. As deadlines loom and tempers flare, the two must confront the blurry line between truth and narrative.

Running August 29th – September 14th.
Get your tickets: The Lifespan of a Fact Tickets
Click Here for a list of upcoming productions.

Atlas Partnership Presents: "Gabriel"
2025-09-26 - 2025-11-16 | Hanover Tavern
ATLAS Partnership is thrilled to partner with Foster Solomon, Jerold Solomon, and Ron Klipp — the creative team behind Gabriel, a soaring new musical that tells the story of Gabriel’s Rebellion, one of the most important slave uprisings in Virginia and American history.
Born in 1776, Gabriel embodied a vision that transcended the American Revolution, becoming a powerful force for justice and social conscience. While Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, and Patrick Henry fought for independence, Gabriel grew up witnessing the promises of liberty denied to 300,000+ enslaved Virginians. In 1800, Gabriel risked—and ultimately sacrificed—his life for freedom.
Gabriel the musical was originally developed and produced at Firehouse Theatre in Fall 2022. Early in its development, the project was awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (one of only 17 musical theatre grants awarded nationally in 2020). The 2022 run at the Firehouse sold out, and the show received the Best New Work Award from the Richmond Theatre Community Circle in 2023.
The premiere of the newly revised script and score will debut at historic Hanover Tavern in September 2025, and will be part of Chamberlayne Actors Theatre’s 2025-26 Season.
Get Your Tickets: Gabriel
Be sure to make your dinner reservations at Hanover Tavern. 804-537-5050.

Prepare to Dare When the Ghosts Walk at Night!
2025-10-12 - 2025-10-14 | Hanover Tavern
Ghosts Walk at Night returns to the Tavern…
The days grow short, the nights grow long, and darkness hides in every corner. The veil is thinning – the perfect time for you to find out for yourself…is the Hanover Tavern haunted?
Those who dare will tour the Haunted Hanover Tavern, Historic Courthouse, and Old Stone Jail. Along the way, you’ll meet a ghastly cast of characters as they recount ghostly tales of actual events and recorded paranormal activity at these locations by Transcend Paranormal.
You never know what might be lurking when the Ghosts Walk at Night!

Guided tours begin at 7:00PM and the last tour departs at 9:00PM. DRINKS & APPETIZERS FROM HANOVER TAVERN RESTAURANT & PUB AVAILABLE EACH NIGHT!
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour start time.
Tickets are $25 per person.
This is a fundraising event! 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Hanover Tavern Foundation to support their mission to preserve, interpret, and utilize the Hanover Tavern as a historical, educational, community, and cultural resource center for the enjoyment of all.
Tickets are required. Recommended for children 10 and up. Get Your Tickets
Safety is our biggest priority for our guests and our staff.
Please wear flat shoes and clothes comfortable for the weather. We will be indoors/outside, climbing stairs, and moving over uneven surfaces.

"Distill My Heart" Halloween Liquor Pairing Dinner!
2025-10-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Hanover Tavern
Calling all ghouls, goblins, and cocktail lovers! Our “Distill My Heart” Halloween Liquor Pairing Dinner is brewing up a cauldron of deliciously surprises.

Sink your fangs into four devilishly good courses (menu coming soon) paired with a variety of hauntingly perfect spirits from Copper Fox Distillery. Costumes strongly encouraged—because nothing pairs better with whiskey than a witch hat! See the menu: Distill My Heart Menu
Reservations required: Reserve Your Table

Paranormal Investigation
2025-11-01 00:00 - 2025-11-02 23:59 | Hanover Tavern
Join Hanover Tavern Foundation and Transcend Paranormal as we delve into the paranormal once more at two of Central Virginia’s most haunted locations: the Hanover Tavern and Pole Green Church!
Join us November 1st to investigate not one, but several locations in one night. The Hanover Tavern, the Old Stone Jail, the Historic Courthouse, and Pole Green Church are all tied together in history; and now you’ll be able to investigate each of them.
Click for full details & tickets: November Paranormal Investigation
This is a fundraising investigation! All proceeds of this event directly and entirely benefit Hanover Tavern Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Final Speaker Series of 2025: Author Bert Dunkerly!
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Hanover Tavern
Don’t Miss Out on a Historical Evening with Author Bert Dunkerly!
Experience an Enlightening Conversation about the Civil War
Join us for the final speaker series of 2025 featuring esteemed author Bert Dunkerly as he delves into two newly-updated books shedding light on the Civil War: “No One Wants to be the Last to Die,” chronicling the intense fighting at Appomattox, and “The Final Bivouac,” exploring the surrender and departure aftermath. Originally published in the 1980s, these riveting books have been revamped and reprinted by Savas Beatie. Don’t miss this chance to gain insight into this pivotal time in history and reserve your spot today! Reserve Your Seat: Reserve Seat

Final Haunted Hanover Tavern Tour of 2025!
2025-11-20 20:00 - 21:00 | Hanover Tavern
End your year with a shiver and join us for the final haunted tour of Historic Hanover Tavern as we share tales of paranormal happenings at the Tavern, both new and old.
The tour lasts for approximately 1 hour. This is a walking tour through the Tavern, with 2-3 flights of stairs. We will also be outdoors for a period of the tour, so dress accordingly.
Please arrive 15 minutes early and check-in at the Reception Desk for the tour. Tours will begin promptly on-time.
Tickets are $12 a person and benefit the Hanover Tavern Foundation 501(c)(3).
Advanced tickets required. Haunted Tavern Tour Tickets

Make Thanksgiving a Tradition at Hanover Tavern in 2025!
2025-11-27 11:00 - 16:00
This Thanksgiving, get out of the kitchen and focus on making memories instead!

Join us at Hanover Tavern for a traditional three-course Thanksgiving meal featuring all your favorites and a few surprises! See the menu: 2025 Thanksgiving Menu
Reservations are required and fill up quickly, so call today to reserve your table. 804-537-5050.

Your Presence is Requested: Christmas at the Abbey, The 2025 Holiday Tavern Tea!
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Hanover Tavern
Tickets for this event are now sold out however there are usually a few cancellations. Should you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please email badams@hanovertavern.org and include the number of tickets you would like. Waitlist guests will be contacted in the order they were received.
Step into the World of Edwardian Elegance at Christmas at the Abbey: The 2025 Holiday Tavern Tea
Indulge in an Afternoon of Luxury and Festivity
Join us for a magical journey back in time to the era of Downton Abbey at our exclusive Holiday Tavern Tea event. Immerse yourself in the aristocratic charm of the Granthams as you savor a decadent three-course menu featuring savory sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and delightful sweets, all paired with a selection of traditional English teas and a special themed tea flavor. Menu coming soon! Be sure to enjoy the custom cocktail, The Grantham Gimlet, included with your ticket.

Don your finest Edwardian attire and mingle with Father Christmas himself! Capture unforgettable memories with our photo opportunities, enjoy period music to transport you to a bygone era, and showcase your elegant style for a chance to win the prize for the best dressed guest. Each attendee will take home a charming favor to cherish the memories of this enchanting and festive occasion. As always, there will be a themed raffle basket for a lucky winner!

Don’t miss out on this exclusive experience that promises to enchant and delight. Get your tickets now for an afternoon that promises to be filled with elegance, tradition, and holiday cheer.
Our holiday teas have become a family & friends tradition, so do not wait to get your tickets! Christmas at the Abbey Tickets
All proceeds go to benefit the Hanover Tavern Foundation, the non-profit responsible for the preservation, maintenance, and operation of Hanover Tavern.

Breakfast with Santa
2025-12-20
Ho, ho ho! It’s Breakfast with Santa!
Join us for a magical morning at Breakfast with Santa! Families are invited to enjoy a delicious holiday breakfast while little ones share their Christmas wishes with Santa himself. There will be plenty of photo opportunities to capture the joy of the season. This Tavern tradition is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. Don’t forget your wish list—and your appetite!
Reservations required. Call 804-537-5050.

New Year's Eve at Hanover Tavern!
2025-12-31 16:00 - 20:00 | Hanover Tavern
Join us on New Year’s Eve at Hanover Tavern for a 3-Course Celebration!
On the eve of the new year, we’ll be serving a delicious selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts and including a pre-midnight Champagne toast to round out the festivities! See the menu: NYE Menu
$65 per person (one selection from each course)
$115 per couple (a shared appetizer & dessert, two entrees)
Reservations required. Space is limited so reserve your seat! Call 804-537-5050.

Go Up Stairs & Down Stairs on a Behind the Scenes Tour!
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Hanover Tavern
Do you ever wonder about the unseen areas within the Tavern? Curious about the spaces that are “Not Open to the Public” or for “Staff Only”? Are there secrets? Are there mysteries? Are there features that cannot be seen on a normal tour? Of course, there are!
Explore the inadmissible, hidden spaces with David Deal, the Executive Director of Hanover Tavern Foundation. From basement to attic, the old Tavern has a lot to reveal, if you know where to look.
Tour will include 2-3 flights of stairs and a short period outdoors, so dress accordingly. Long pants and closed-toe shoes preferred. No skirts or heels. Please bring a flashlight as we will explore basement and attic areas.
Limited space. Get your tickets now! Up Stairs Down Stairs Tour Tickets

2026 Paracon at Hanover Tavern!
2026-01-30 - 2026-01-31 | Hanover Tavern
Start 2026 off right and join us for the Hanover Tavern ParaCon on January 30th and 31st!
This is our first year as a Two-Day ParaCon!
Whether you’ve joined us at the Hanover Tavern before, or this will be your first time exploring this beautiful building, welcome to the Hanover Tavern ParaCon!
​We’re going to have a jam-packed weekend of Paranormal fun and learning. You’ll be among some of the most selfless and knowledgeable individuals, groups, teams, and organizations within the Paranormal. This event is about coming together as a community to unite under one roof in support of the Tavern.
​100% of the proceeds from the Hanover Tavern ParaCon will be going directly to the Hanover Tavern Foundation, with the intent and purpose to support the Foundation in their continued efforts to protect and interpret the Tavern and to provide educational programming for all. Historic sites are a beacon of knowledge and provide opportunities for growth, not only for the paranormal field, but also the community at large. ​Join us as we rally around the Hanover Tavern to support these endeavors and find yourself part of something bigger than all of us.
There has been a Tavern on the property since 1733, when the first license for a Tavern at Hanover Courthouse was issued. The existing Tavern was built in stages and includes more than 12,000 square feet on three floors. The earliest portion of this building dates back to 1791, with additions in the 1820’s, 1830’s, and the 1990’s. Such historical figures as George Washington, Lord Cornwallis, Marquis de Lafayette, and Patrick Henry visited the original 1750 Tavern. Visitors to the current building include Edgar Allen Poe and P.T. Barnum as well as Union and Confederate troops during the Civil War.
With so much history packed into this building, we wonder if every guest that checked into Hanover Tavern truly checked out. The numerous paranormal teams who have investigated the Tavern would tell you, ‘no’, citing disembodied voices, full body apparitions, and countless EVPs suggesting that no one is ever truly alone in the Tavern.
100% of the proceeds from this event will go directly to Hanover Tavern Foundation for their continued restoration and protection efforts, as well as educational programming! Get your tickets: Get 2026 Paracon Tickets
We’ll also be investigating the Hanover Tavern after the ParaCon, so make sure your paranormal investigating equipment is charged and ready to go!

First Speaker Series of 2026: "African Americans of Hanover County"
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Hanover Tavern
Discover the Untold Stories of African Americans in Hanover County
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of African Americans in Hanover County, Virginia. Join us for an unforgettable Speaker Series with author and local teacher, Joe Gorman, as he takes you on a journey through the lives of remarkable individuals who have shaped the community through generations with a discussion of his new book, “African Americans of Hanover County, Virginia”. From the inspiring Freedwoman Betsy Hogg Tinsley to the groundbreaking Barksdale Theatre in the historic Hanover Tavern, you’ll explore stories of triumph, perseverance, and resilience.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain insight into Hanover County’s black history. Reserve your spot today and be part of a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates the contributions of African Americans in Virginia’s past and present.
Reserve your spot today! Reserve Your Seat

"Pleasures Prove" Special Sweethearts Menu!
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-14 | Hanover Tavern
Enjoy a romantic special sweethearts menu with your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day!
Join us for an elegant 3-course meal including your choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert. See the menu: Pleasures Prove Special Menu
February 13th & 14th
Seatings from 4pm – 9pm
$65 per person (one selection from each course)
or
$115 couple sharing (one appetizer, two entrees, one dessert)
Reservations required. 804-537-5050

Introducing the "Wicked Oz" Tavern Tea!
2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for a sip down the Yellow Brick road at the first Tavern Tea of 2026 – “Wicked Oz”!
Step into the magical world of Oz at the Wicked Oz Tavern Tea event! Dress up as your favorite character and indulge in a three-course themed menu that includes scrumptious savories, delectable sweets, traditional tea brews, and a special tea flavor that will transport you straight to the Emerald City. Don’t miss out on the chance to win a custom raffle basket and the title of the best costume in the land of Oz! Tickets for this enchanting experience are selling fast, so round up your friends and secure your spot today! See the menu: Wicked Oz Menu
For full details & tickets: Get Your Tickets

Paranormal Investigation: Haunted Hanover!
2026-03-07 22:00 - 2026-03-08 03:00 | Hanover Tavern
We’re not normal…we’re Paranormal!
Join Transcend Paranormal for an investigation unlike any other, as we venture hundreds of years into the past…
The evening will begin at Hanover Tavern. The earliest portion of the Tavern being built in 1791, there was a Tavern on the property spanning back to 1733. One of only a few surviving colonial-era Taverns in the United States, the Hanover Tavern hosted such historic figures as George Washington, Lord Cornwallis, Patrick Henry, P.T. Barnum, Marquis de Lafayette, and more. Both Union and Confederate troops utilized the Tavern on their way to and from the battlefields.
Not only will you have the opportunity to investigate Hanover Tavern, but also the Historic Courthouse, Old Stone Jail, the Clerk of Courts building, and the Pamunkey library as well – each a hotbed for paranormal activity.
For years, guests of each of these locations report eerie experiences of ghost apparitions, smells, and unexplainable noises. Are previous Hanover Tavern keepers still roaming the halls? Are prisoners still confined to their cells, locked in time? Find out for yourself!
All Experience Levels are Welcome.
This is a fundraising event! 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the Hanover Tavern Foundation for their continued historic preservation and restoration efforts, as well as educational programming and community outreach!
Tickets are extremely limited for this investigation. Don’t wait! Get Full Details & Tickets

St. Patrick's Day Menu Specials!
2026-03-11 - 2026-03-22 | Hanover Tavern
A menu so good, we’re serving it for two weeks!
Join us for Corned Beef Hash, Black & Tans, and Shepherd’s Pie, along with other delightful takes on Irish cuisine.
View the menu: 2026 St. Patrick’s Week Menu

Speaker Series: "Once We Pledged Forever"
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Hanover Tavern
Author & Marine, Ivan Ingraham, returns to Hanover Tavern to discuss his 2025 novel, “Once We Pledged Forever”.

Based on actual events that occurred during and after the author’s twenty-four-year career as a Marine Special Operations (MARSOC) Officer, with intimacy of a memoir and the gritty verisimilitude of historical fiction, “Once We Pledged Forever” is a military adventure tale of betrayal and revenge, the ethical uncertainties of war, and the lifelong consequences of actions taken both under fire and within the military chain of command.
This is a FREE event but registration is appreciated! Reserve Your Seat
Don’t forget to book dinner at Hanover Tavern before the event! 804-537-5050

American Revolution Living History!
2026-03-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Hanover Tavern
Hanover Tavern Foundation and The Virginia Line Regiment invite you to see what life was like for the Revolutionary War soldier in Hanover County.
Learn how soldiers dressed, drilled, and trained for war. See how they lived in camp, what they ate & drank, and how they spent their time when they weren’t preparing for the rigors of combat.
There will be drill and live-fire demonstrations, a soldiering clinic for kids, and experts from Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown will be on hand to teach colonial children’s games throughout the day.
Hanover Tavern Restaurant & Pub will be open and we invite you to bring the family and, while you’re filling your mind, fill your belly as well with brunch or lunch while you’re here! Reservations are recommended. 804-537-5050.

2026 Brunch with the Bunny!
2026-03-21 | Hanover Tavern
Hop along to Hanover Tavern for Brunch with the Bunny!!

Buffet-style Brunch with:
Scrambled Eggs
Western Scrambled Eggs
Bacon
Sausage
Fresh Fruit
Yogurt
Hashbrowns
Sausage Gravy
Biscuits
Jelly & Butter
Seatings at 9am and 11am. Reservations required. 804-537-5050.

Virginia Repertory Theatre presents "The Cottage"
2026-03-27 - 2026-04-26 | Hanover Tavern
Tea’s hot. So is the scandal at The Cottage!
Fresh from its triumphant Broadway run, The Cottage is a wickedly entertaining evening of pure, (un)adulterated fun. When Sylvia Van Kipness decides to expose her love affair to her husband and her lover’s wife—only to discover that they aren’t the only ones having an affair—a series of hilarious misunderstandings escalates into comedic chaos. Spend a weekend filled with razor-sharp wit and outrageous physical comedy in the English countryside, as Victorian propriety takes a hilarious tumble.
Get Your Tickets: Get Tickets
Be sure to make your reservation for lunch or dinner at Hanover Tavern Restaurant & Pub before/after the show! 804-537-5050.

Haunted Hanover Tavern Tour
2026-04-22 20:00 - 21:00 | Hanover Tavern
Join us for a tour of Historic Hanover Tavern as we share tales of paranormal happenings at the Tavern, both new and old.
The tour lasts for approximately 1 hour. This is a walking tour through the Tavern, with 2-3 flights of stairs. We will also be outdoors for a period of the tour, so dress accordingly.
Please arrive 15 minutes early and check-in at the Reception Desk for the tour. Tours will begin promptly on-time.
Tickets are $12 a person and benefit the Hanover Tavern Foundation 501(c)(3).
Advanced tickets required. Get Your Tickets
