Albemarle Ciderworks hosts an array of festivals, workshops, and talented local musicians; check the schedule often, as we are constantly adding new dates
Reoccuring events: We host a monthly Silent Book Club gathering, & monthly Irish Music Circle. Check our calendar for upcoming dates!
Events
October 2026
Sat, 10/31/2026 - 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...
moreNovember 2026
Sun, 11/01/2026 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Originally from Jamaica, Chef Racquel White has become an integral part of the Charlottesville community. Alongside her husband, she has introduced locals to authentic...
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Sun, 11/01/2026 - 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, now the first Sunday of...
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Sat, 11/07/2026 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Vintage Virginia Apples
and the CoveGarden Ruritan Club
invite you to our 26th annual
Apple Harvest Festival!
November 7th,...
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Sun, 11/08/2026 - 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... more
Sat, 11/14/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
The Pollocks are led by Jason Pollock, former guitarist, and songwriter for Seven Mary Three. In the mid-1990s, Jason penned such hits as "Cumbersome" and "Water's Edge", sold a few million albums...
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Sat, 11/14/2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Cider Smackdown 2026: The Single Varietal Showdown
Join us for an evening of cider tasting, charcuterie, and conversation with cider enthusiasts and makers from across Virginia!
Cider...
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Sun, 11/15/2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Of course, you’ve heard of Granny Smith and Red Delicious, but what about Esopus Spitzenburg and Belle de Boskoop? At Albemarle CiderWorks, we cultivate over 250 unique apple varieties, and we...
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Sat, 11/21/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Calling all home cidermakers - grab your carboys! We're crushing heirloom apple varieties, for bulk unpasteurized juice, blended specifically for cider making.
Throughout the year, we get...
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Sat, 11/21/2026 - 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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Fri, 11/27/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
With a unique blend of Guitar and Mandolin, The Bob & Kenn Duo play a variety of music genres including...
moreSat, 11/28/2026 - 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...
moreDecember 2026
Sat, 12/05/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of live music
Zuzu’s Hot 5 is Pete Vigour (swing guitar), Doug Bethel (trombone), Brandon Rose (trumpet), Sam Green (upright...
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Sun, 12/06/2026 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Originally from Jamaica, Chef Racquel White has become an integral part of the Charlottesville community. Alongside her husband, she has introduced locals to authentic...
moreSun, 12/06/2026 - 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, now the first Sunday of...
more
Sat, 12/12/2026 - 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...
moreSun, 12/13/2026 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Originally from Jamaica, Chef Racquel White has become an integral part of the Charlottesville community. Alongside her husband, she has introduced locals to authentic...
moreSun, 12/13/2026 - 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... more
Sat, 12/19/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come and enjoy some warming mulled cider and Live music in the Orchard room.
Matty Metcalfe is an accomplished and versatile musician and
ethnomusicologist who is equally at home in...
Sun, 12/20/2026 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Originally from Jamaica, Chef Racquel White has become an integral part of the Charlottesville community. Alongside her husband, she has introduced locals to authentic...
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Sat, 12/26/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Jim Richardson is a folk/country/rock singer-songwriter from Charlottesville. Fans of John Prine and Bob Dylan will hear a lot to like at one of his shows. You’ll hear classic hits and some... more
Sun, 12/27/2026 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Originally from Jamaica, Chef Racquel White has become an integral part of the Charlottesville community. Alongside her husband, she has introduced locals to authentic...
moreJanuary 2027
Sun, 01/03/2027 - 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, now the first Sunday of...
moreFebruary 2027
Sun, 02/07/2027 - 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, now the first Sunday of...
moreMarch 2027
Sun, 03/07/2027 - 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, now the first Sunday of...
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