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If you long for the romance of the speakeasy of the 1920s, and the vintage jazz that used to spill from its doors, Zuzu's Hot 5 will take you there.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like a table. Otherwise, bring some chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot.

• Because we are mostly outside, music is weather dependent. Please check our Facebook page for up to date information.
• Leashed pets allowed outside.
• Light snacks and hard cider are available for purchase.
• Outside food is allowed; feel free to bring a picnic.
• Our ABC license only allows for consumption of alcoholic beverages purchased at ACW.

Enjoy this energetic and eclectic Irish jam session at Albemarle CiderWorks, every 2nd Sunday of the month: Patrick & Aaron Olwell and Friends play their fine renditions of traditional tunes from 2:30-4:30 pm.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like a table. Otherwise, bring some chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot.

• Because we are mostly outside, music is weather dependent.
• Leased pets are allowed outside.
• Light snacks and hard cider are available for purchase.
• Outside food is allowed; feel free to bring a picnic.
• Our ABC license only allows for consumption of alcoholic beverages purchased at ACW. Thank you for your consideration.

Join Anne O'Brien and Frank Bechter in the orchard for some live music that will warm your heart.

This duo will keep you humming along to popular songs.  The cider will be flowing so bring a thirst, and treat yourself to a little relaxation.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like a table. Otherwise, bring some chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot.

• Because we are mostly outside, music is weather dependent. Please check our Facebook page for up to date information.
• Leashed pets allowed outside.
• Light snacks and hard cider are available for purchase.
• Outside food is allowed; feel free to bring a picnic.
• Our ABC license only allows for consumption of alcoholic beverages purchased at ACW.

Come join the socially-distanced fun at our Trivia Night with Trivia Master, Andy Marshall. Test out your knowledge of history, pop culture, and of course, cider!

• Reservations are encouraged. Reserve your table by calling 434-297-2326 or making a reservation for that evening at www.albemarleciderworks.com/visit
• All answers will be submitted via text message.
• Groups are limited to 8 people.

Matthew O'Donnell is a singer, multi-instrumentalist and performer of traditional Celtic music based in Charlottesville, Virginia, USA, sharing songs and tunes for all people and all places.

An experienced practitioner of the classic pub singer’s trade, Matthew brings a modern energy to traditional drinking songs, sea shanties, Irish jigs & reels, timeless folk favorites and original songs. A typical live show sees Matthew switching between the accordion, bouzouki, guitar, banjo, fiddle, bodhran and tin whistle as he roars out singable choruses to the rhythm of kick drum and tambourine (played with his feet).

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like a table. Otherwise, bring some chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot.

• Because we are mostly outside, music is weather dependent. Please check our Facebook page for up to date information.
• Leashed pets allowed outside.
• Light snacks and hard cider are available for purchase.
• Outside food is allowed; feel free to bring a picnic.
• Our ABC license only allows for consumption of alcoholic beverages purchased at ACW.

The C'ville Jazz Congregation is a collective of local musicians that have been playing together since 2005. In their duo configuration you will hear your favorite jazz standards in a new light as they explore the unbound freedoms that only the intimate conversations held in this smaller setting can produce."  Join them at Albemarle CiderWorks for an afternoon of great cider and jazz.

Reservations are encouraged if you'd like a table. Otherwise, bring some chairs or a blanket and stake out a spot.

• Because we are mostly outside, music is weather dependent. Please check our Facebook page for up to date information.
• Leashed pets allowed outside.
• Light snacks and hard cider are available for purchase.
• Outside food is allowed; feel free to bring a picnic.
• Our ABC license only allows for consumption of alcoholic beverages purchased at ACW.