Calendar Of Events
One sign of a vibrant community is a calendar packed with events, and Charlottesville is no exception!
Each year, major annual festivals and events draw thousands of visitors, starting with First Night Virginia, a fun and safe New Year's Eve celebration on the Downtown Mall. Music, food, fireworks, performing arts and more draw people of all ages: families with infants, senior citizens, teens and adults alike. In the spring, the Virginia Festival of the Book offers five days of mostly free events celebrating reading and the culture around books - not simply as a consumer passion but as an in-depth exploration of literature. Authors, editors and others give readings, engage in panel discussions and mingle with residents and visitors throughout the community.
Longing for more events? Scope out CvilleCalendar.com for more options on how to spend your time in Cville!
Take me thereThe 4th of July celebration and naturalization ceremony at Monticello honors America's Declaration of Independence each summer at the home of its author.
In the fall, the Virginia Film Festival celebrates the power of cinema to inspire, enlighten and entertain, extending a broad cultural and intellectual reach across a wide variety of topics. Outside the city, Shenandoah National Park and the Skyline Drive is filled with "leaf-peepers," bird-watchers and outdoor enthusiasts drinking in the beauty of fall foliage.
While these annual events draw tens of thousands to the area, they're just the beginning of the community-focused culture of Charlottesville's charm. From weekly "Fridays after Five" gatherings on the Downtown Mall to the buzzing City Market each Saturday morning to steeplechase racing, orchard outings and the Ash Lawn Opera Festival, Charlottesville celebrates its unique cultural capital with events throughout the year.
Sunday Feb 05, 2012
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 05, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
Monday Feb 06, 2012
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 06, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
Tuesday Feb 07, 2012
High Country Bluegrass Jam
- February 07, 2012
- Venue: Southern Cafe and Music Hall
- Times: Doors Open 7pm
- Address: 103 South 1st Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 434-977-5590
The Festy Presents with The Southern: The High Country Bluegrass Jam jam featuring members of The Infamous Stringdusters. RSVP NOW! This event is free and open to the public and it's a JAM, so bring your instruments and get ready to pick! In case you can't get your fill in just one night of pickin', head out to The Devil's Backbone in Nelson county where the jam will take place on the first Wednesday of the month.
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 07, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
Wednesday Feb 08, 2012
UVA Men's Basketball vs. Wake Forest
- February 08, 2012
- Venue: John Paul Jones Arena
- Times: 7:30pm
- Location: John Paul Jones Arena
- Address: 295 Massie Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Phone: 800-542-UVA1 (8821)
Watch the University of Virginia Men's basketball team in action at the state-of-the-art John Paul Jones Arena! For tickets call 1-800-542-UVA1
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 08, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
Thursday Feb 09, 2012
Making a Graphic Novel, with Caroline Preston
- February 09, 2012
- Venue: WriterHouse
- Times: 7:00 PM
- Address: 508 Dale Avenue, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 434-296-1922
Caroline Preston, author of The Scrapbook of Frankie Pratt: A Novel in Pictures will talk about the process of creating a graphic novel.
REHAB with Rittz and Down til Now
- February 09, 2012
- Venue: Jefferson Theater
- Times: Doors 7:30pm; Showtime 8:30pm
- Address: 110 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 800-549-8499
The Southern hip-hop duo called Rehab were literally a product of their namesake. Original members Danny Boone and Brooks Buford, both recovering alcoholics and drug addicts, met at a local rehab facility and connected over their love of music. Mashing rap with rock, the duo released their debut album, Southern Discomfort, in 2000 on the Sony label. Cee-Lo, Goodie Mob, and Cody ChesnuTT were some of the guests on the album, which would spawn the Top 15 modern rock hit "It Don't Matter."... View More
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 09, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
London's National Theatre: Travelling Light
- February 09, 2012
- Venue: Paramount Theater
- Times: 2pm and 7pm
- Address: 215 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 434-979-1333
A new play by Nicholas Wright The play portrays a now famed American film director, Motl Mendi’s journey of success, as he reminisces his past and confronts the cost of fulfilling his dreams. The play takes one back to a remote village in Eastern Europe, around 1900, and illustrates the journey of the young Motl as he becomes entranced by flickering silent images on his father’s cinematograph. Motl is encouraged to pursue his passion for film by Jacob, an ebullient local timber mer... View More
Friday Feb 10, 2012
Well Adjusted
- February 10, 2012 - February 18, 2012
- Venue: Four County Players
- Times: 8:00 pm
- Address: 5256 Governor Barbour Street, Barboursville, VA 22923-0001
- Phone: 540-832-5355
A great, funny show about a group of friends telling increasingly absurd lies and getting into ridiculous predicaments in order to appear like they have it together. Ben hasn’t seen his ex-girlfriend Abby in a little over a year, but that’s about to change. His friend Mark invited her to a party at Kate’s house, but Kate isn’t having a party, Ben is wearing sweatpants, Beth is a delicate emotional place and they have about an hour to turn movie night into a classy party. ... View More
JEFF FOXWORTHY - BILL ENGVALL - LARRY THE CABLE GUY
- February 10, 2012
- Venue: John Paul Jones Arena
- Times: 8:00 pm
- Address: 295 Massie Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Outback Concerts present powerhouse comedians Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and Larry The Cable Guy at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10. These hilarious comics come together for one special night that is guaranteed to be filled with non-stop laughter. This is definitely one event not to miss.
Todd Snider with Rosi Golan
- February 10, 2012
- Venue: Jefferson Theater
- Times: Doors 7pm; Showtime 8pm
- Address: 110 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 800-594-8499
General Admission Seated Show Initially The Excitement Plan (June 9th on Yep Roc Records) wasn't supposed to be about anything. I was just trying to come up with the best... most open hearted ... well-thought-out lyrics I could come up with. I wanted every song to be sad and funny at the same time, vulnerable and entertaining at the same time, personal and universal at the same time. I wanted every song to be as uniquely written as possible and then I wanted to perform them in a studio loose and... View More
Youth Orchestra of Central Virginia Winter Concert
- February 10, 2012
- Venue: Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing Arts Center
- Times: 7:30 PM
- Address: 1400 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
- Phone: 434-974-7776
Join the Youth Orchestra of Central Virginia for their Winter Concert on Friday, February 10, 2012. Mr. Donald Brubaker, Conductor of the Evans Orchestra will lead us in a musical journey through the four major periods: baroque, classical, romantic and 20th century. Vivaldi’s Concerto in D Major for Guitar and String Orchestra with guest soloist Greg Brown on guitar, Haydn’s “Surprise” Symphony No.94 in G Major, Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony No. 9 an... View More
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 10, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More
Saturday Feb 11, 2012
Well Adjusted
- February 11, 2012 - February 18, 2012
- Venue: Four County Players
- Times: 8:00 pm
- Address: 5256 Governor Barbour Street, Barboursville, VA 22923-0001
- Phone: 540-832-5355
A great, funny show about a group of friends telling increasingly absurd lies and getting into ridiculous predicaments in order to appear like they have it together. Ben hasn’t seen his ex-girlfriend Abby in a little over a year, but that’s about to change. His friend Mark invited her to a party at Kate’s house, but Kate isn’t having a party, Ben is wearing sweatpants, Beth is a delicate emotional place and they have about an hour to turn movie night into a classy party. ... View More
Amnesty International/CTC Valentine Couples 5K
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: Old Trail Golf Course
- Times: 8am
- Location: Old Trail Golf Club
- Address: 5494 Golf Drive, Crozet, VA 22932
28 years & still running strong! This 5-kilometer course will begin and end at the pro shop of the Old Trail golf course. Race numbers and day-of-race entries will be available at the pro shop on the morning of the race. Enter the race with a partner or have us find one for you if you prefer. You do not have to run with your partner, but your times will be added together to determine winners in each of six race categories. •Race Categories Male-Male Female-Female Male-Female Husband ... View More
Be Mine with Wine
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: Keswick Vineyards
- Times: 11:00am-4:00pm
- Address: 1575 Keswick Winery Drive, Keswick, VA 22947
- Phone: 434-244-3341
Come spoil yourself or someone you love with Keswick Vineyards' special wine and dessert tasting for a Valentine's Day indulgence. Discover how these luscious confections complement each wine. After your tasting, enjoy the romantic setting while you savor a glass of wine on our newly enclosed porch! The cost is $15 for our wine club members and $20 for non wine club members. Please call ahead as reservations are recommended.
Bridges Across Generations - Opea by Popular Demand
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: McIntire Department of Music
- Times: 8pm
- Address: 112 Old Cabell Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Phone: 434-924-3376
Bridges Across Generations GIOACHINO ROSSINI - Overture to William Tell JOHANN STRAUSS - Overture to Die Fledermaus Plus, timeless solos and duets from Carmen, La Boheme, Madama Butterfly and more with soprano Jennifer Lynn Waters and tenor Gerard Powers. This concert will be a romantic program of solos, duets, and overtures from some of the the best loved operas of all time - La Bohrme,Carmen, Madame Butterfly, Die Fiedermaus and more.
Saturday Guided Tour
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10:30 am every Saturday
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
Join us at 10:30 am for a free, guided tour of our current exhibitions. Admission is free, parking is ample, and no reservations are required. Tours are given by one of the following: Margo Smith, Director and Curator Dominique Cocuzza, Curator of Collections Lauren Maupin, Education Coordinator Fenella Belle, Museum Assistant and Professor at PVCC visiting Aboriginal artists from Australia
The Met Live in HD: Gotterdammerung (Wagner)
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: Paramount Theater
- Times: 12pm
- Address: 215 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 434-979-1333
With its cataclysmic climax, the Met’s new Ring cycle, directed by Robert Lepage, comes to its resolution. Deborah Voigt stars as Brünnhilde and Gary Lehman is Siegfried—the star-crossed lovers doomed by fate. James Levine conducts. Met Live in HD · Opera
Valentine, Wine, and Music
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: White Hall Vineyards
- Times: 11am-5pm
- Address: 5190 Sugar Ridge Road, Crozet, VA 22932
- Phone: 434-823-8615
White Hall Vineyards is hosting a special Valentine's wine, chocolate & music event. For $10/person you get three Gearharts of Charlottesville chocolates paired with two wines each, along with music by local favorite Curtis Prince.
Wanda Jackson (Queen of Rockabilly) with Heath Haynes & the Hi Dollars
- February 11, 2012
- Venue: Jefferson Theater
- Times: Doors 7pm; Showtime 8pm
- Address: 110 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
- Phone: 800-594-8499
When Wanda Jackson, the justly crowned Queen of Rockabilly, recorded "Let's Have A Party," a tune she made into a hit of her own in 1958 even after one-time boyfriend Elvis Presley had released a version of it, her delivery of the chorus wasn't so much a suggestion as a command. As the title – and, more importantly, the contents -- of her latest album, The Party Ain't Over, indicates, this feisty septuagenarian artist is as galvanizing as ever.
ill-like by Vernon Ah Kee
- February 11, 2012 - April 08, 2012
- Venue: Kluge Ruhe Aboriginal Art Museum
- Times: 10am - 4pm Tuesdays - Saturdays, 1 - 5 pm Sundays, Free Guided Tour every Saturday, 10:30 am
- Address: 400 Worrell Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Phone: 434-244-0234
The Kluge-Ruhe Collection’s upcoming exhibition titled ill-like, a collection of works by Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee, will celebrate diversity and explore issues of race and discrimination in conjunction with Martin Luther King, Jr.‘s birthday and Black History Month in February. The exhibition will run from January 24 – April 8, 2012, with an opening reception on Friday, January 27, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Vernon Ah Kee is a member of the Kuku Yalandji, Waanyi, Yidinjii and... View More





