Albemarle Ciderworks hosts an array of festivals, workshops, and talented local musicians; check the schedule often, as we are constantly adding new dates.
Events
November 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....
Fri, 11/07/2025 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Calling all singers, songwriters and performers from the local area.
Come share your talent in a welcoming and friendly setting. This evening has been put on by our local musician Nicole...
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Sat, 11/08/2025 - 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, 11/08/2025 - 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...
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Sun, 11/09/2025 - 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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Sun, 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
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Join Maura Shawn Scanlin & Conor Hearn for a night of contemporary folk music.
Maura Shawn Scanlin: Known for her toneful and award-winning fiddle...
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Sat, 11/15/2025 - 12:30pm to 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon with Gail Goodrich Harwood Botanical Artist & Instructor.
In this mini workshop, you will:
- Study light and form.
- Practice drawing techniques....
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...
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Sun, 11/16/2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Unwind with Cider & Yoga!
You'll be guided by Ellen Goldlust, an RYT-200 Yoga Alliance-certified instructor who has been teaching yoga since 2016 (and practicing for much longer!)....
Sun, 11/16/2025 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Join us for a night of tasting, snacks, and a chance to chat with cider enthusiasts across Virginia.
Virginia cideries go head-to-head in this annual competition to showcase the state's best...
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Fri, 11/21/2025 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Enjoy a fun Friday evening with family and friends in relaxed setting!
Join us for a musical get together with our local, multiple award winning musician Nicole Giordano who will be hosting...
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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...
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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...
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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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Thu, 12/11/2025 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Join us for a festive celebration with John Doyle & Cathie Ryan.
John Doyle is the most influential Irish American guitarist of his generation. Born in Dublin, John came...
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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 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Albemarle Ciderwork’s Winter Craft Market is Back, Dec 20th, with warm Pretzels, Story telling, crafts and Fun for the Whole Family!
We invite everyone of all ages for...
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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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Fri, 12/26/2025 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
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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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
Sat, 01/03/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Kick off the start of the year with Matty Metcalfe and Jim Richardson!
Join us for a very special jam session with two celebrated musicians, introducing us to various singers, songwriters...
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Sat, 01/10/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of jazz!
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...
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Sat, 01/17/2026 - 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,...
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Sun, 01/18/2026 - 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...
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Sat, 01/31/2026 - 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,...
moreFebruary 2026
Sat, 02/07/2026 - 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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Sat, 02/14/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come sip cider and enjoy an afternoon with Her Checkered Past.
Enjoy live music by Her Checkered Past.Join Anne O'Brien and Frank Bechter in the orchard for some live music that will warm...
moreSat, 02/21/2026 - 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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Sat, 02/28/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come and celebrate a very special birthday & live music with The Wavelength!
Happy Birthday Waverly!!!
The Wavelength is a consortium of Charlottesville's finest musicians. Led by...
moreMarch 2026
Sat, 03/07/2026 - 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
Sat, 03/21/2026 - 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, 03/28/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Grab a glass and enjoy live music by Uncle Pen.
Uncle Pen is a project born out of fiddler and singer Alex Caton’s lifelong love for the music of late great father of bluegrass, Bill Monroe...
moreApril 2026
Sat, 04/04/2026 - 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, 04/18/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Join us for Cider and Jazz, oh yeah!
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...
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Sat, 04/25/2026 - 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 songwriter's workshop, and they've been bringing harmonies to wineries...
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