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From air to sea to land, discover ways first responders help those in distress. Do you have what it takes to be a hero? Dive into a high-intensity experience where science meets real-life heroics. Rescueputs you at the center of daring land, sea and air missions. This hands-on exhibition lets guests of all ages step [...] 
Open weekend September 19–November 8. Get lost in the fun at the best Virginia corn maze. New this year – Music in the Mountains every Saturday night from 6–9pm. Fall is full of fun family adventures! Check out our guides to fall festivals in Central Virginia, pumpkin patches and corn mazes, and the best [...] 
The Patch of Fun at Chiles Peach Orchard is a brand new festive fall experience for the whole family! Step into the pumpkin patch for pick-your-own and photo ops, take a hayride out to the apple cannon to try launching fruit at targets, stay and play in the outdoor play area, and try seasonal sips [...] 
Celebrating Reading at the University of Virginia through Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Allan Poe at UVA: 1826 | 2026 Exhibition When: 9/23/2026 – 4/9/2027, during library hours Where: Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library What: From his studies and life on the Lawn to the debts that forced his early departure, this exhibition reveals [...] 
The VMHC is thrilled to host the exclusive Mid-Atlantic engagement of Barbie™: A Cultural Icon, a major exhibition tracing Barbie®’s 65-year history through fashion, media, and cultural evolution. This vibrant, multi-sensory experience celebrates one of the most iconic and influential figures in global popular culture. Drawn from the private collection of David Porcello and Mattel, [...] |
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Bring along your sketchbook, paints, or camera and spend the day nature journaling, drawing, or plein air painting! Stop by the main office anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a quick liability release and pick up a trail map before heading out. You’ll have 120 acres and 1.5 miles of woodland trails [...] 
Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...] |
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Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...] 
Fish for large bass, crappie, and sunfish on our peaceful lake-no fishing license required, as the lake is located on private property. Stop by the main office between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a liability release form before you begin. Please follow all posted rules in the canoe area. Life vests are required [...] 
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative Coordinator Emily Pearcy, a certified 95-hour registered children’s yoga teacher. She has 4 years of experience teaching children ranging from infancy to age 13 and [...]
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Bennett’s Village has partnered with UVA and the City of Charlottesville for Treehouse Tales, an inclusive storybook reading event! Join students from the Instructional and Assistive Technology Applications course at the UVA School of Education and Human Development for a fun afternoon of crafts and interactive storytelling as they share favorite fall stories. Spanish options [...]
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Celebrating Reading at the University of Virginia through Edgar Allan Poe Why Read Poe? Talk with Emily Ogden When: 5:00 – 6:00pm Where: Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Auditorium What: UVA English Professor and 2026 Guggenheim Fellow Emily Ogden will discuss the enduring legacy of Edgar Allan Poe. The first 15 audience members [...]
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Designed for high school students and their families. Join Madeline Casper of Beyond the Letter College Advising for an interactive presentation about navigating the college application process. Topics include grade level goal setting, application deadlines, the timeline and process for financial aid applications and the importance of staying true to yourself in essays. No registration required. [...] |
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Join Albemarle County Police Department and other partners for a FREE Trunk or Treat event that is sure to be spooky fun! The event is designed to spread awareness around pedestrian safety, highlight local organizations and, of course, spread a little Halloween cheer. Two dates & locations: Oct. 29 at Crozet Park & Oct. 30 [...] 
Annual Family Halloween Carnival Every October, get in the Halloween spirit at Boo Bash, the Virginia Discovery Museum’s family-friendly carnival that’s too cute to spook! Dress up in your most creative costumes and join us for one of two evenings of frighteningly fun carnival games, activities, and crafts. Conduct eccentric experiments in the Mad Science [...] 
Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults while the kiddos play. (No planned programming - drop in or stay all morning.) No tickets required!
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Celebrating Reading at the University of Virginia through Edgar Allan Poe Poe Book Club: Halloween Edition When: 11:00am – 12:00pm Where: Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Seminar Room 318 What: UVA students, faculty, and staff, middle schoolers and high schoolers, and community members are all welcome to join us for a book discussion [...] 
Celebrate fall weekends at the 35th Annual Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival, returning September 19 through November 1, 2026 in Christiansburg, Virginia. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia's Favorite Fall Festival welcomes families from across the region for seven weekends at an award-winning pumpkin patch and corn maze with unforgettable farm [...]
$15 – $20
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Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...] 
When: Friday, October 30, 2026, 6–9 PM, and Saturday, October 31, 2026, 6–9 PM. Rain or shine. Where: Bumpass Volunteer Fire Department, 96 Fredericks Hall Road, Bumpass, VA 23024. Free on-site parking. Cost: Free admission. Food trucks sell their own food and drinks. No tickets needed. The Bumpass Volunteer Fire Department presents two nights of [...]
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Join DMR Adventures for Legally Blonde, JR! Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage by glittery pink storm in this fun and upbeat adaptation of the hit film and award-winning Broadway musical. Multiple dates and times 
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to family health advice and seasonal activities in and around Cville, we cover it all. Don’t miss a thing—sign up for [...]
Celebrate fall weekends at the 35th Annual Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival, returning September 19 through November 1, 2026 in Christiansburg, Virginia. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia's Favorite Fall Festival welcomes families from across the region for seven weekends at an award-winning pumpkin patch and corn maze with unforgettable farm [...]
$15 – $20
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No tricks, just treats! Join us for a Halloween celebration designed with your family in mind! We're creating a fun, low-stress alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, right here at the Y. Enjoy multiple trick-or-treat stations, community resource tables, a bounce house, and crafts and games, all held in our enclosed gym for a safe, secure environment [...] |
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Registration is now open for the 4th Annual Halloween Hustle 10K & 2 Mile Family Walk! This year, we’re hitting the course on Halloween Day, so start your Halloween with a hustle. Whether you’re racing the 10K or joining the 2 Mile Family Walk, this is a fun way for the whole family to get [...]
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Come out for a day-long event in honor of everyone’s favorite fall gourd on Saturday, 10/31! We’ll have tons of fun events and activities all day long, plus tasty lunch options, drinks, and treats from our seasonal fall menu. Enjoy Bee Train Rides, "Fear Factor" Boxes, games, crafts, trick or treating in the farm market, [...]
Celebrate fall weekends at the 35th Annual Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival, returning September 19 through November 1, 2026 in Christiansburg, Virginia. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia's Favorite Fall Festival welcomes families from across the region for seven weekends at an award-winning pumpkin patch and corn maze with unforgettable farm [...]
$15 – $20
Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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Saturdays are prefect for crafting! Join us at the Blue Ridge Brushes Studio in downtown Charlottesville! (Ages K-5) Your kids will have a blast at our guided craft hour, led by experienced teacher/artist/studio owner Catelyn! Each ticket includes: Materials for craft of the day complimentary coffee/water 1 hour of guided exploration, crafting, + fun! Bring [...]
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SATURDAY, October 31 | 4 pm - 9 pmIX Art Park + The looking glass Afterparty (21+) | 9 PM – 2 AM | $15 Tickets Step into a realm of magic and mischief this Halloween at Fantasy Fest, a celebration of imagination and creativity for all ages! Fantasy Fest Highlights: Live performances & roaming [...] |
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Give the gift of reading! Donate new, unwrapped children’s books at your local library branch from November 1 to 30 to support JMRL's Winter Book Drive 2026. Books received will go to local preschools, Head Start programs, and UVA’s chapter of Remote Area Medical so they can provide free books to the children they serve. [...]
Celebrate fall weekends at the 35th Annual Sinkland Farms Pumpkin Festival, returning September 19 through November 1, 2026 in Christiansburg, Virginia. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia's Favorite Fall Festival welcomes families from across the region for seven weekends at an award-winning pumpkin patch and corn maze with unforgettable farm [...]
$15 – $20
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For all ages, no registration required. Drop by the Central Makerspace for a variety of paper crafts to inspired by Day of the Dead. Make a bouquet of paper marigolds, create your own colorful papel picado garland, and more!
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Bees, Trees, & EVs: Family Trivia Night brings together fun, games, and eco-friendly activities for all ages! Join us at Firefly Game Room on Sunday, November 1, from 3–6 p.m. for family-friendly trivia, sustainable craft, face painting, caricatures, JMRL Book Mobile, and a mini EV expo. Activities are free, with donations encouraged to participate. All [...]
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Sunday, November 1st | Beginning at 6 PM $25 per vehicle Purchase Your Ticket Here Join us for a spectacular evening as four hot air balloons from Monticello Ballooning take to the sky above our polo field. Enjoy the glow from the field with food trucks, King Family wines, and an unforgettable evening under the [...] |
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This November, help us fill nutrition boxes for neighbors who need them. Our food drive benefits the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and the community. Drop off donations in the barrel in the Brooks Family YMCA lobby any time between November 2 and November 25. Most Needed Items Fruits and Vegetables Proteins: Nut butters, canned [...] |
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Bring along your sketchbook, paints, or camera and spend the day nature journaling, drawing, or plein air painting! Stop by the main office anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a quick liability release and pick up a trail map before heading out. You’ll have 120 acres and 1.5 miles of woodland trails [...]
Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...] |
10 events,
Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...]
Fish for large bass, crappie, and sunfish on our peaceful lake-no fishing license required, as the lake is located on private property. Stop by the main office between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a liability release form before you begin. Please follow all posted rules in the canoe area. Life vests are required [...]
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative Coordinator Emily Pearcy, a certified 95-hour registered children’s yoga teacher. She has 4 years of experience teaching children ranging from infancy to age 13 and [...] |
9 events,
Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults while the kiddos play. (No planned programming - drop in or stay all morning.) No tickets required!
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Curiosity Club is a drop-in program created by the Research in Education and Learning (REAL) Lab at the University of Virginia. This research-practice initiative is designed to spark children's natural sense of wonder through playful, open-ended exploration.Designed primarily for children ages 4-9, but open to all, each session introduces a new theme with engaging activities [...] |
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Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...]
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to family health advice and seasonal activities in and around Cville, we cover it all. Don’t miss a thing—sign up for [...]
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Savor, Sip & Support! Fundraising raffle proceeds benefit promising young underrepresented culinary arts students in public high school career technical education (CTE) and post-secondary school programs lacking critical resources. Chef Will’s Foundation focuses on educating, training and empowering students’ development as confident career culinary specialists and professional chefs.
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Grab your blankets, family, and friends... we’re having a movie night! ReadyKids is so excited to host a FREE movie under the stars on our playground. 🎥 Looking for the movie? We’re announcing soon... stay tuned! Turn our post notifications on and you’ll be the first to know 👀 Our doors open at 5:30, and [...] |
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Join for a day full of sport and family fun at the former home of James Madison. Looking to join us at The Races? Plan a fun-filled fall day by checking out our full schedule of horse races, family-friendly events, the Montpelier Market, parking options and ticket requirements. 90th Running of the Races In 1929, [...]
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Join for a fun-filled day at the Garden, where nature meets adventure! This year’s Fall Festival celebrates trees and is proud to be featured as part of ReLeaf Cville’s Tree Week. Enjoy a day of hands-on activities and outdoor exploration, including arts and crafts, tree walks, a tree planting, and a tree care workshop and [...]
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Rain or Shine: Join us for one of the most anticipated festivals of autumn, the Apple Harvest Festival hosted by the CoveGarden Ruritans and Albemarle CiderWorks! Find many of your favorite farmers' market vendors, local artisans, and craftsmen demonstrating their skills. Enjoy Brunswick stew and apple butter or grab some to go.* Dig your teeth [...]
Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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Experience a powerful afternoon of music, dance, honor, & remembrance in this stunning FREE concert tribute to our heroes, presented by Piedmont Virginia Community College! This heartfelt tribute concert celebrates the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Through dynamic choreography and an eclectic musical landscape, the concert explores themes of community, culture and connection. [...]
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Join for Toy Lift Bingo at Decipher Brewing on November 7! 8 cards for $5 1 card for $1 Bring a new toy or a game and receive a FREE bingo card! Gather your friends, grab a beer, and enjoy a fun night of bingo while helping bring holiday joy to local children. Every bit [...] |
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For all ages, no registration required. Drop by the Central Makerspace for a variety of paper crafts to inspired by Day of the Dead . Make a bouquet of paper marigolds, create your own colorful papel picado garland, and more! |
7 events,
Bring along your sketchbook, paints, or camera and spend the day nature journaling, drawing, or plein air painting! Stop by the main office anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a quick liability release and pick up a trail map before heading out. You’ll have 120 acres and 1.5 miles of woodland trails [...]
Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...] |
8 events,
Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...]
Fish for large bass, crappie, and sunfish on our peaceful lake-no fishing license required, as the lake is located on private property. Stop by the main office between 9 AM and 4 PM to sign a liability release form before you begin. Please follow all posted rules in the canoe area. Life vests are required [...]
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative Coordinator Emily Pearcy, a certified 95-hour registered children’s yoga teacher. She has 4 years of experience teaching children ranging from infancy to age 13 and [...] |
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This show was first performed back in 1997 and was the first play written for young audiences ever to receive awards and funding from The Kennedy Center. It has been called "a children's theatre masterpiece." Monticello High School's production of "Still Life With Iris" won second place at the Virginia High School League Theatre competition, [...]
Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults while the kiddos play. (No planned programming - drop in or stay all morning.) No tickets required!
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Best for children ages 2-8 and their caregivers. Registration required. Experience the magic of The Nutcracker story in a whole new way as ballerinas pirouette through the library during an interactive dance class and storytime featuring professional dancers from Charlottesville Ballet! This free community event is part of Charlottesville Ballet's education and outreach programming.
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Support Toy Lift Charities! Every toy donated is a vote for your favorite local brewery: Blue Ridge Mountain, Devils Backbone, Three Notch'd, Potters Craft Cider, Sam Adams, or Sierra Nevada. The brewery with the most votes (toys/donations) will have a guaranteed tap at Timberwood Taphouse for sox months.
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November Crafternoon: Construction Paper Portraits Get creative with Charlotte from Scrappy Elephant at Starr Hill Bar inside Dairy Market! This drop-in event is free, with all supplies included. Stop by anytime during the event to craft while you enjoy food and drinks from your favorite Dairy Market merchants. Free ticket reservations are strongly encouraged so we [...] |
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Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...] 
Virginia's Premier Holiday Light Show The beauty of light and whimsy of nature come together in perfect harmony at our Winter Wander Trail of Lights, returning for another fantastic season of wintertime fun with family and friends. Experience the nature of our rolling landscape during this illuminated lakeside stroll as an extraordinary palette of colorful [...]
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to family health advice and seasonal activities in and around Cville, we cover it all. Don’t miss a thing—sign up for [...]
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Join the DMR Adventures Pre-Professional Troupes for an unforgettable evening of song, dance, and theatrical magic. |
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On the second weekend in November, artisans in Central Virginia open their doors for you to explore their working spaces. Many visitors make the Tour a two-day experience so they can enjoy other offerings while in the area. What a great way to spend a fall weekend! Easily accessed by following the map and directions on this [...] Saturday & Sunday, November 14–15 | Free Admission Hear ye, hear ye! Come one, come all to Chiles’ Enchanted Orchard Days! Do you love stories of adventure, merriment, and companionship? Do Robin Hood and Lord of the Rings strike your fancy and ignite the heart? Join us for a weekend of fantasy and fun, embracing [...]
Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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Join us for this early Wreath-Making Workshop for a good cause: helping the Charlotesville-Albemarle SPCA! The event will be at the Bellair Farm Greenhouse located at: 5290 Bellair Farm Charlottesville VA 22902 Bellair Farm will provide all the greenery, tools, and wire form that you need for your wreath! We will instruct you on a [...]
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Experience a powerful afternoon of music, dance, honor, & remembrance in this stunning FREE concert tribute to our heroes, presented by Piedmont Virginia Community College! This heartfelt tribute concert celebrates the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Through dynamic choreography and an eclectic musical landscape, the concert explores themes of community, culture and connection. [...] 
The Greenwood Community Center offers public roller-skating on Saturday Nights 6pm-8pm. Admission is $3 to rent skates and $2 if you have your own skates. Roller blades are allowed. No metal wheels! Skating Rink is available for private skating parties! CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to [...]
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Join for a book talk with Patrick A. Reed, author of Spider-Man Total Universe. An audience Q&A will follow. This in-person event will be free and open to the public. We recommend arriving early for the best seating. About the Book: The only issue-by-issue, story-by-story history of Spider-Man comics, from the wall-crawler’s first appearance in Amazing Fantasy [...] |
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Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to [...]
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Moms Lit Society meets quarterly at 6:30pm at Starr Hill Brewery inside Dairy Market—a cozy, welcoming space where you can enjoy a drink, browse books, and join in meaningful conversation. You do not have to have read the book to join. Meet the author! Join us on November 17 for a book club featuring Rachel [...] |
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Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...]
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative [...]
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Join us for a free Community Schools workshop presented by the Sam Heath of the Commonwealth Justice Coalition. Learn practical ways to bring restorative parenting practices into your family. Workshop Details Date: Wednesday, November 18 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Doors open & dinner served starting at 5:30 PM) Location: Charlottesville Middle School Library (1000 Cherry Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903) [...] |
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Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults [...] |
8 events,
Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...]
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education [...] |
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Register for and attend the monthly DIY-U Kids’ Workshops by Lowe’s. For each workshop you attend, you’ll receive a limited-edition workshop badge. After collecting six qualifying badges, your mini-builder will become a Junior Builder. Present your six qualifying badges to a Lowe’s Red Vest associate during your next registered workshop, and they’ll present your mini-builder [...]
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Presented by VMFA and the Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival, this powwow features family activities, artist demonstrations, and performances showcasing celebrated dancers from multiple Native American nations. Schedule & Locations Atrium, Level 1 Dancing, Drumming, and Hoop Dancing With Tsenacommacah Intertribal Dance Group, LoneEagle Singers, Moontee Sinquah, and Master of Ceremonies Sam Bearpaw 10:30 am–noon Conference [...]
Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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TREE LIGHTING SPECTACULAR! The holiday magic is coming to Stonefield! Join us November 21, from 5–7 PM, for a festive evening featuring a holiday concert, a dazzling tree lighting at dusk, and pictures with Santa! Plus, discover beautiful Christmas trees from Hawk Hollow Farm. Bring the whole family and make some magical holiday memories together! [...]
The Greenwood Community Center offers public roller-skating on Saturday Nights 6pm-8pm. Admission is $3 to rent skates and $2 if you have your own skates. Roller blades are allowed. No metal wheels! Skating Rink is available for private skating parties! CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to [...] |
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Join us for a little storytime magic! We're teaming up with Character Connections for a FREE afternoon of stories and character meet & greets. Each Sunday features a special guest bringing favorite fairy tales and superhero adventures to life! Sundays at 3 PM November 15 – Princess of New Orleans November 22 – Princess Beauty [...] |
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Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the beautiful setting of the Garden. It combines early childhood learning with the magic of nature, offering a fresh experience each week. [...] |
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Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...] 
Celebrate five years of lights with a brand new walk! Veritas Illuminated celebrates its fifth annual season, with a new glow for the grove! Wind your way along an all-new light trail through the grove and vines of the Veritas Vineyard and Winery, and see the estate light up after the stars come out. Even [...]
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative Coordinator Emily Pearcy, a certified 95-hour registered children’s yoga teacher. She has 4 years of experience teaching children ranging from infancy to age 13 and [...] |
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Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults while the kiddos play. (No planned programming - drop in or stay all morning.) No tickets required! |
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Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...] 
Everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving weekend tradition is rolling back into town. Where better to host a model train show than in a former train station? The 49th Annual Model Railroad Show presented by Dominion Energy is bringing a full weekend of trains, science, making and discovery to the Science Museum of Virginia. Train lovers, science enthusiasts [...]
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education [...] 
Solar Observing sessions are scheduled for every fourth Friday of every month in 2026. The Charlottesville Astronomical Society will present and bring their special Solar telescope(s), which will allow us to safely see sunspots, solar flares and prominences, and other features on the living cauldron that is our sun. We'll start at noon in the education building for a short presentation, [...] |
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Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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Support Toy Lift Charities and stuff a Jeep full of stuffies and games. Plus, enjoy 20% off stuffed animals and games at Shenanigans. Santa will also be visiting for photos!
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A Hilarious, Heartfelt Family Adventure! Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while [...]
The Greenwood Community Center offers public roller-skating on Saturday Nights 6pm-8pm. Admission is $3 to rent skates and $2 if you have your own skates. Roller blades are allowed. No metal wheels! Skating Rink is available for private skating parties! CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to [...] |
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Little Nature Explorers is a weekly outdoor program created for young children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers. This free event takes place every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to [...] |
7 events,
Join for an open studio-style cake decorating session with all the tools and materials to make your own mini wedding cake. The perfect midweek treat, our self-guided sessions include piping practice sheets to practice your technique, along with a variety of fresh flowers and edible petals to adorn your design. Indulge in a selection of [...]
Toddler Yoga & Movement explores and encourages physical wellness and emotional regulation in early childhood development through mindfulness, stretching, games, and play. This program is led by Programs & Administrative Coordinator Emily Pearcy, a certified 95-hour registered children’s yoga teacher. She has 4 years of experience teaching children ranging from infancy to age 13 and [...] |
7 events,
Kindness at Rugby has a sweet play space for little ones with games, puzzles, board books, & toys. Join us on Thursday mornings at 9am. Enjoy lattes with other adults [...]
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This year’s Lighting of the Lawn theme is In Harmony! In Harmony calls us to recognize that despite our different backgrounds, different experiences, and even different music tastes, we can come together as one harmonious community. At this year’s LOTL, we’ll sing, dance, and celebrate in harmony. |
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Join every Friday for freshly-baked cake scraps and fillings paired with a flight of premium ice cream from our friends at Sugar Bear Ice Cream! Our Ice Cream and Cake Tasting pairing is $14/pp or $12/pp with Student ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged. TO BOOK: Click "Make a Reservation," select your time, [...] 
Support Toy Lift Charities by donating toys and gift for local kids. Every donation goes directly towards toys, books, stuffed animals, games, and bikes for children from newborn through 8th grade. 
The sun will come out tomorrow! Join Annie and her friends for a heartwarming musical adventure filled with laughter, hope, and unforgettable songs. Annie JR. reminds us that family, friendship, and a little optimism can change everything. Multiple dates and times
Join Hannah Barnaby, local author and bookseller, every Friday for an engaging storytime featuring the reading of 2–3 delightful books. CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education [...] |
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Be a Claus for a Cause and support the Arc of the Piedmont’s 13th Annual Santa Fun Run! You can help those right here in your community with developmental disabilities by signing you and your family up now! When: Saturday December 5th, 2026 Where: The Downtown Mall – in front of Ting Pavilion How: Register [...] 
Join us for the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, presented by Blue Ridge Bank. This magical adventure is filled with twirling snowflakes, dancing sweets, and the enchanting journey of young Clara through a world of wonder! Join Charlottesville Ballet for The Nutcracker, presented by Blue Ridge Bank, on December 5 & 6 at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Performing [...]
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Drop in anytime between 10 am and 2 pm and we will set you up in a workspace and show you the basics of creating your own wreath with greenery and dried flowers from around the farm. Instruction & materials included. Please bring your own gloves and clippers if you have them. Cost is $40 [...]
Join for Storytime! New Dominion’s weekly Storytime, held at 11 AM on Saturdays, features both recent storybooks and the classics kids know and love. Rain or shine. All ages welcome. Bring a friend! Running late? No problem—they’ll be reading from a variety of books during each Storytime hour. Happy Learning! Explore helpful resources in our [...]
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Step into a world of holiday wonder with Charlottesville Ballet's Nutcracker Sweetspresented by Blue Ridge Bank, a sensory-friendly performance designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for everyBODY. Since 2017, Charlottesville Ballet has proudly presented sensory-friendly productions, creating inclusive arts experiences for audiences of all ages and abilities. This special 45-minute adaptation of The Nutcrackeroffers a [...]
The Greenwood Community Center offers public roller-skating on Saturday Nights 6pm-8pm. Admission is $3 to rent skates and $2 if you have your own skates. Roller blades are allowed. No metal wheels! Skating Rink is available for private skating parties! CharlottesvilleFamily connects you with what matters most! From education resources and school guides to [...] |