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Day of I Do'sDay of I Do's
Looking for a wedding (or vow renewal) that feels meaningful, beautiful, and a little whimsical, without the overwhelm of endless decisions?
On June 6th, we’re hosting a day of Micro-Weddings. Exchange vows in a private, picturesque setting (beneath the arbor in our peach orchard) then return to the Cidery lawn to celebrate! We’ll take care of the core wedding details, so that the focus of your day is matrimony magic and fun When:
- Date: June 6th, 2026 | Rain date June 7th
- Ceremony Times: 30-minute slots between 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Reception Tent Access: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Your Micro-Wedding Package Includes:
- Private ceremony at our Orchard Arbor
- Personal 8x12' Reception Tent on the lawn with seating for up to 12 (you, your spouse + up to 10 guests)
- 10 beautifully captured ceremony pictures by Amy Mitchell Photography
- Build-your-own bouquet bar
- Mini cake for the Newlyweds, in chocolate or vanilla (just bring your own topper)
- Celebratory bottle of cider Plus, live music throughout the afternoon by The Wavelength, 2:30 - 4:30pm
Investment:
$750 per couple
Read more details & register here
About our Officiant:
Rev. Kate Adamson has been officiating weddings for over 10 years, and she loves creating ceremonies filled with meaning, awe, and laughter. As an interfaith minister, Kate is happy to support couples of all religious traditions, and also offers non-religious ceremonies focused on the power of love About our Photographer:
Amy is a lifestyle photographer, whose goal is to capture authentic, candid moments. She believes an image speaks a thousand words, and is here to help surface those belly laughs, and genuine interactions.
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Taste of North Garden DinnerTaste of North Garden Dinner
We invite you to experience the North Garden Dinner, an annual celebration of remarkable flavor
Throughout this engaging evening, Chef Ian Rubenoff presents a thoughtfully crafted seasonal menu designed to highlight and elevate the nuanced flavors of locally produced wines and ciders.
Feast, drink, and enjoy stories and insights from Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery winemaker Karl Hambsch and Albemarle Ciderworks cidermaker Chuck Shelton, offering a deeper connection to each pour. This carefully curated multi-course dinner showcases Chef Rubenoff’s creative approach to regional ingredients, paired with elegant wines from Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery and traditional dry ciders from Albemarle Ciderworks.
Early Bird Tickets can be purchased here: $90/per person (available through April 30, 2026)
Taste of North Garden 2026 Menu
Welcome pour
2022 Brother Ben
Course 1
2025 Loving Cup White · 2020 Royal Pippin
Smoked rainbow trout with spring greens, peas, pickled onion, dates, pistachios, cider honey, and rye crumbs
Course 2
2024 Loving Cup Red · 2019 Harrison
Confit chicken thigh and mushroom crêpes with apricot, chèvre, wilted greens, and caramelized onion soubise
Course 3
2023 Dog Hollow White
Warm molasses spice cake with lemon curd and caramel popcorn ---------------------------------------------------------- To be seated with other guests or to share any dietary restrictions, please contact us in advance at Events@AlbemarleCiderWorks.com
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Live Music in the Orchard: Her Checkered PastLive Music in the Orchard: Her Checkered Past
Grab a glass and join us for live music by Her Checkered Past! 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. - Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight.
- Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic!
- ABC laws prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages not purchased onsite.
*Musicians will set up in the Orchard Room during inclement weather and the winter season
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Irish Music : Aaron Olwell & FriendsIrish Music : Aaron Olwell & Friends
Enjoy this energetic and eclectic Irish jam session every 2nd Sunday of the month. Patrick & Aaron Olwell and friends play their fine renditions of traditional tunes all afternoon.Light bites and hard cider will be available for purchase by the glass, bottle, or flight. Outside food is welcome; feel free to bring a picnic! ABC laws prohibit the consumption of outside alcoholic beverages. *Musicians will setup in the Orchard Room during inclement weather.
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Solstice BonfireSolstice Bonfire
There's something so dreamy and ethereal about the Summer Solstice. It's the longest day of the year (for us here in the Northern Hemisphere), idyllic timing for a dusk bonfire with live music, friends and food. Come out the orchard for this free, after-hours event on Friday, June 19th from 6-9 to welcome in Summer - Her Checkered Past will be playing folk music live on the lawn all evening
- Arepas on Wheels will be offering their amazing Venezuelan options
- Nonprofit blooms4good will have flower crowns & bouquets available, all proceeds benefitting SARA & International Neighbors
- A bonfire will burn all evening - Come burn an intention for the second half of the year
- InCider Members can pick up their Summer Shipment at the Bonfire!
We can't wait to welcome in the second-half of the year with our community!
*Bonfire is fire safety dependent: If there is a high fire danger warning, the event will continue, but without a live fire. We love our community!
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Live Music in the Orchard: Mojo PieLive Music in the Orchard: Mojo Pie
Grab a glass and join us for live music by Mojo Pie! Mojo Pie was created when Susan Munson invited Frank Bechter to a songwriters workshop, and they've been bringing harmonies to wineries, restaurants and events in Central Virginia ever since. Both have been featured artists in Charlottesville's First Night Virginia and Jason Burke's Six-Pack Songwriter Series, and they make up 2/3 of the acoustic trio Oh Wow, Boy! Susan also rocks many a stage with Alligator, Jeebus, and Mama Tried, as does Frank with Das Homage, The Good Guys, and Her Checkered Past
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Silent Book Club 6/28/2026Silent Book Club 6/28/2026
Sip cider and read in quiet camaraderie. No assigned reading, no obligations. Bring your own book of choice. This is a free social event hosted in our Orchard Room. We are excited to be Charlottesville's second chapter of Silent Book Club, an international organization bringing bibliophiles together. From the official website of Silent Book Club: "At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome—ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, comic books... it's BYOBook. Friends and strangers gather at a set time and location, order food or drinks, share what they're reading, and settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!
Schedule:
12:30 Arrive early to order food/ drinks/ chat
1-2pm Reading
Afterwards: Mingle (or keep reading)
You can read about the experience in Cville Weekly's "Tried it in Cville Column" thanks to talented local journalist Kristie! Please note: this event is not truly silent. Chips are eaten, pages are turned, soft instrumental music is played, and there are ambient bar sounds in the next room. Headphones are recommended if any of those noises will disrupt your read!
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