Shakespeare at the Ruins
Experience the magic of Shakespeare at the Ruins, set among the historic remains of Governor James Barbour’s mansion, designed by Thomas Jefferson and destroyed by fire in 1884. Following a […]
Lust for Lana dance party
Get your dreamy, vintage groove on in tribute to pop queen Lana Del Rey at the Lust for Lana Dance Party, a rave-inspired evening for the coquette set. The soiree […]
Michael Franti & Spearhead brings sunny vibes to the Pavilion
By Thomas Crone arts@c-ville.com For Michael Franti and his band Spearhead, summers are about touring across America. Churning out smiley hits like “Say Hey (I Love You)” and “The Sound […]
Infinite Repeats studio in Belmont is equipped with creativity
Printmaking is a messy art requiring space that isn’t always available at home. Artists Thomas Dean and Jeremy Taylor are hoping to help solve this problem at Infinite Repeats, a […]
An ode to the hotel bar
“What is it,” Luke Barr wonders, “about the hotel bar?” I’m wondering, too, and that’s why I’ve asked Barr, a pro, to vamp about the romance and allure of hotel […]
Mosh Bit
Charlottesville’s first music and gaming event in more than a decade, Mosh Bit features casual gaming tournaments and punk performances by NIJI SAGA, Steel Samurai, and 14£bs. Each band combines […]
Jared Stout Band
Alternative country group Jared Stout Band creates tunes for the soul rooted in the heart of Appalachia. The band’s discography journeys through the countryside of sound and promises to provide […]
July 4th at Monticello
As our country celebrates its collective independence, Charlottesville has the additional honor of welcoming new citizens into the nation at July 4th at Monticello. The historic home’s West Portico transforms […]
July 4th events in Charlottesville
Independence CelebrationJam to live music by Lord Nelson with opener Cake Fight. There will be an open grill serving up burgers, hotdogs, and snacks as well as food trucks. Fireworks […]
New ice cream shop has the scoop on exciting flavors
By Ella Powell arts@c-ville.com Emily Harpster launched SugarBear, an artisanal ice cream brand that prizes local ingredients and collaboration, in 2022, hoping to honor “food, small business, and community.” She […]