Albemarle Ciderworks hosts an array of festivals, workshops, and talented local musicians; check the schedule often, as we are constantly adding new dates.
Events
July 2025
Sat, 07/19/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come on by, Sip some cider and enjoy live music with Melissa Hansen!
Melissa Hansen's music is a blend of blues, pop, country and soul that comes from her own life experiences. Born and...
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Sat, 07/26/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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...
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Sun, 07/27/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
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...
moreAugust 2025
Sat, 08/02/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Spend an afternoon with folk duo Bomar and Ritter.Mary Bomar and Bob Ritter met in 1989 in Nashville, Tennessee and since then have been performing a combination of contemporary folk and pop music.... more
Fri, 08/08/2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Blue Ridge Brushes Proudly presents a paint and sip event nestled in the the scenic Orchards of Albemarle Ciderworks!
Please follow the...
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Sat, 08/09/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come Join us, sip some cider and enjoy some classic Harmony.
Harmony was originally The Middle Fork Band formed in 2016. A group of four friends were asked to provide live music for...
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Sun, 08/10/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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... more
Fri, 08/15/2025 - 9:00pm to 11:00pm
Presented by The UVA department of astronomy, Super Bit C'ville and Albemarle Ciderworks.
Join us for one of life's great viewing experiences as we spend an evening gazing out into the abyss...
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Sat, 08/16/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come and join us for Live Music and sip some cider with Sue Harlow.
Sue Harlow is an Americana-Folk Singer/Songwriter whose haunting vocals delve into the depths of what makes people real. A...
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Sat, 08/23/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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,...
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Sun, 08/24/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
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...
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Sat, 08/30/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Grab a glass and join us for live music by LUA Project!
Lua is a cultural pollinator, bridging musical styles from different continents and different centuries. They write about contemporary...
moreSeptember 2025
Sat, 09/06/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy live music by The Wavelength! The Wavelength is a consortium of Charlottesville's finest musicians. Led by vocalist/harmonica Waverly Milor, they perform vintage rock, blues, originals and...
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Fri, 09/12/2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Blue Ridge Brushes Proudly presents a paint and sip event nestled in the the scenic Orchards of Albemarle Ciderworks!
Ticketing page coming soon! Doors open at 5:45pm.
With your ticket,... more
Sat, 09/13/2025 - 12:00pm to 3:30pm
Come and enjoy great food with friends, family and neighbors. Local chefs will be competing for the first-place prize in a Caribbean cook out. Doors will open to the public at 12...
moreSun, 09/14/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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... more
Sat, 09/20/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come share a Cider with friends, we have the sound and beverages to sooth and satiate your mind and palate.
Enjoy live music by Her Checkered Past. Join Anne O'Brien and Frank Bechter in the...
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Sat, 09/20/2025 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Dark Skies, Bright Kids is a primarily volunteer-run program seeking to enhance science education in Virginia elementary schools in underserved areas. Operating out of the UVA Astronomy Department,... more
Sun, 09/21/2025 - 2:30pm
It's back!
We're thrilled to have Mise En Place offer this culinary excursion with the Blue Ridge Mycological Society. Tickets include...
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Sat, 09/27/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come down and grab a glass of cider with Matty Metcalfe & company.
Mirabelle and Matty, a daughter and father duo, love to play...
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Sun, 09/28/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
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...
moreOctober 2025
Fri, 10/03/2025 - 8:00pm
Next Stop Comedy brings the best comedians, with new lineups every time, straight to your neighborhood for an unforgettable night of laughter! Our shows feature top-tier talent...
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Sat, 10/04/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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...
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Sat, 10/11/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come down and grab a glass of cider with Matty Metcalfe & company.
Mirabelle and Matty, a daughter and father duo, love to play...
moreSun, 10/12/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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... more
Sat, 10/18/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Sip cider and enjoy this duo.
The sounds of New Orleans comes to central Virginia with The Queen City Porch Swingers. This duo brings the sounds of The Big Easy to life with lush tenor banjo,... more
Sun, 10/19/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
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...
more
Sat, 10/25/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come Join us, grab a glass of cider and a warm reception from Melissa Hansen!
Melissa Hansen's music is a blend of blues, pop, country and soul that comes from her own life experiences. Born...
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Thu, 10/30/2025 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Ghosties, and ghoulies, and playwrites in bound, if you get to the end, then treats will be found!
Virginia is a state steeped in mystery and folk lore. Come and experience the gruesome...
moreNovember 2025
Sat, 11/01/2025 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Join us November 1st for our quarter century Apple Harvest Festival celebration!
More information can be found here....
Sat, 11/08/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Grab a glass and join us for live music by Jelly St. Jazz!
Spend an afternoon in our orchard room with Jelly Street Jazz. At the crossroads of low-down dirty blues, straight-ahead ballads...
moreSun, 11/09/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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... more
Sat, 11/15/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy live music by Lua Project!
Lua is a cultural pollinator, bridging musical styles from different continents and different centuries. They write about contemporary themes, about families...
more
Sat, 11/22/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy 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... more
Sat, 11/22/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy 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...
more
Sun, 11/23/2025 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm
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...
more
Sat, 11/29/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy live music by The Wavelength! The Wavelength is a consortium of Charlottesville's finest musicians. Led by vocalist/harmonica Waverly Milor, they perform vintage rock, blues, originals and...
moreDecember 2025
Sat, 12/06/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come Join us, grab a glass of cider and a warm reception from Tara Mills!
Inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the rich musical traditions tied to them, Tara Mills describes her music as...
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Sat, 12/13/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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,...
moreSun, 12/14/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
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... more
Sat, 12/20/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Hailing from Virginia, 7th Grade Girl Fight captivates audiences with a fun and intelligent blend of garage pop and indie rock. With contagious energy and hooky...
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Sat, 12/27/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Join Brian Franke at Albemarle CiderWorks for an afternoon of live and local music.
Since his start in 2009 he's held regular rotations in Virginia's winery scene playing a range of folk and...
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Sun, 12/28/2025 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm
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...
moreJanuary 2026
October 2026
Sat, 10/10/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Enjoy 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... more
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