Albemarle Ciderworks hosts an array of festivals, workshops, and talented local musicians; check the schedule often, as we are constantly adding new dates.
Events
October 2025
Sat, 10/11/2025 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Come down and grab a glass of cider with Abby & Shea.
Combining the brutal honesty of folk
songwriting with the earthy shades of a youth
spent in Virginia, Acelia’s songs give...
Sun, 10/12/2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Unwind with Cider & Yoga!
moreYou'll be guided by Ellen Goldlust, an RYT-200 Yoga Alliance-certified instructor who has been teaching yoga since 2016 (and practicing for much...
Sun, 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...
more
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
Wed, 11/12/2025 - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Join Maura Shawn Scanlin & Conor Hearn for a night of contemporary folk music.
Maura Shawn Scanlin: Known for her toneful and award-winning fiddle...
more
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...
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...
more
Thu, 12/11/2025 - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
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...
more
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
Come and discover the wonders of winter at Albemarle Ciderworks! RWS will be letting you know all the secrets to keep native species happy and healthy this holiday season.
We invite you to...
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...
more
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...
more
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...
more
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
December 2026
January 2027
December 2027
January 2028
December 2028
January 2029
December 2029
January 2030
December 2030
January 2031
December 2031
