1. Celebrate Pride Month

Show your Pride all month long at local dance parties, drag brunches, musical performances, winery visits, and pop-up markets. Click here to check out our events calendar and create the perfect itinerary to enjoy during your visit!

June is also a great month to show your support to local LGBTQ-owned businesses. Some local favorites include the French-inspired bakery MarieBette Café & Bakery & Petite MarieBette, Oaxacan-inspired Conmole, queer bookstore & maker's market The Beautiful Idea, LGBTQ-owned Ethos Wine & Tea, local restaurant and game room FIREFLY, and the only LGBTQ-owned winery in Virginia, Montifalco Vineyard.

2. Attend Monticello's Civic Season

From June 14th through July 4th, join Monticello as they celebrate Civic Season with an outstanding summer lineup of events that you won’t want to miss! They'll be hosting a series of talks, dinners, and conversations about the nation’s history, the founding ideals of the country, and the challenges that persist today! Head to their website for more information about this year's events!

3. Attend a Rare Book School Lecture

4. Listen to Live Music

It’s the season of outdoor live music at many area wineries, breweries, and craft beverage spots. Find regular music at wineries like Jefferson Vineyards, Stinson Vineyards, and Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard all summer long. We also recommend checking out Pro Re Nata Brewpub and Music Hall in Crozet, VA for live music nearly every night of the week!

If you plan to be in town on a Friday, be sure to catch Fridays After Five – the weekly free concert at Ting Pavilion located right on Charlottesville’s historic pedestrian Downtown Mall. Don't forget to keep an eye on our calendar for a comprehensive list of June's music events!

5. Celebrate Juneteenth

Juneteenth – June 19th – commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Explore these events and exhibits that celebrate and explore the history of Charlottesville & Albemarle County’s African American community, including the annual Juneteenth Parade and Black Business Expo!

Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Charlottesville and Albemarle County With a rich history and a vibrant Black community, the Charlottesville area comes alive during Juneteenth. Explore all of the events happening this month to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Learn More
Memorial to Enslaved Laborers at UVA The Memorial to Enslaved Laborers (MEL) acknowledges the work and individual lives of the enslaved African Americans who built the University of Virginia and sustained daily life from its founding.The Memorial responds to a deep need to address a previously… Learn More

6. Experience the Charlottesville Opera

The Charlottesville Opera returns in late June for the first of their two mainstage summer performances: Carmen. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community.

7. Celebrate Great Outdoors Month

June is great Outdoors Month and the perfect opportunity to enjoy the stunning landscapes and rich rural history of Charlottesville and surrounding Albemarle County.

Take a look at our Trails & Outdoor Routes page to find inspiration about where to hike, bike, and kayak. Or read our blog about all the places you can plan a paddling adventure.

If you’re looking for a guided outdoor tour, plan a visit to Ivy Creek Natural Area and Historic Riverview Farm. Their regular nature walks dive deep into the local flora and fauna, as well as the history of the influential Carr/Greer family who owned the farm for a century.

9. Go See an Improv Show

Plan Your Stay

Get ready to plan your stay this June! Summer is a slower time for visitors, so enjoy great rates, especially when you book a mid-week stay.

Visit our “Places to Stay” page and choose from a wide range of accommodations, from quaint country B&Bs to boutique hotels near the historic pedestrian Downtown Mall. And be sure to check out our Ultimate Summer Bucket List for a full list of things to do when you visit Charlottesville and Albemarle County this summer.