Nelson County Events

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

RVCC’s all-you-can-eat community Pancake Breakfast includes bacon, eggs, sausage, grits, buttermilk pancakes, real blueberry pancakes, Trager Brothers coffee, OJ, and good company! First Saturday of every month, 8:30AM to 10:30AM.

Saunders Brothers would like to celebrate all teachers and show you our appreciation! Get 10% off your purchase. Just show us your teacher ID. Thank you for all you do! 11AM to 2PM Enjoy live Music from Joey Knott under the pole barn.

Live music by Michael Wayne Dill.

Deep Roots Milling hosts a monthly Mill Race Market at the historic Woodson's Mill. You'll be able to see the wheel turning and buy our signature Virginia grown flour and meal along with goods from several other artisan producers.

Live music on our deck each Sunday featuring a different artist each week. No cover charge. June 2 Brian Franke

June 2 Craig Hanson and The Gypsies

Live music by 3 Days Notice

At the Devils Grill. Register for our eighth annual evening of food, drink and merriment accompanied by silent and live auctions. All proceeds benefit the environmental education outreach programs of The Nature Foundation at Wintergreen. Celebration of the Nature Foundation’s environment education outreach achievements. Reserved seating with your friends and bidding partners. Hearty feast of […]

Cyanotype is the "original” sun-printing process and one of the earliest photographic techniques. Since the 1800’s, cyanotype has been used as a medium for creating copies of photos and maps as well as indexing plants. It still remains a widely popular photography alternative. Join us as we explore the magical world of botanical cyanotype printing […]

April – October join us for mid-week music on the patio every Wednesday! Draft beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5PM to 9PM. June 5 Carter Freeman

Join us for a six course Seafood and Wine pairing dinner from Scratch Kitchen's chef and owner, Gina Thompson. With Gina's guidance, you'll receive meaningful tips that will help build your culinary confidence and will be sent home with detailed recipes and the option to purchase wine from each pairing. This class has limited seating, […]

Every first Thursday, take home the souvenir logo glass free with a draft purchase while supplies last. Check our social media for this month’s glass.

Enjoy our tropical inspired food specials, drink specials, and relax in our oasis on the hill. June 7 Goat Yoga 6:30PM to 7:30PM.  Reserve your spot:https://www.zenhooves.com/event-details/goat-yoga-at-wood-ridge-farm-brewery-1

Join us every Friday April-October for $4 Full Nelsons from 5PM to 9PM and live music 5:30PM to 8PM. June 7 Joint Venture

Cheers to Friday! Live music every week all year long.  No cover charge. June 7 Ben Reade

Start your month off right with a win, or get a quick one in before the month ends...It's Trivia Night at the Farm!

June 7 Enya Agerholm

Join staff and the Charlottesville Astronomical Society as we view deep, deep space objects like galaxies, star clusters, and nebulae with CAS’s high powered EV scope. We will meet at High Country Park off of Blue Ridge Drive (behind Wintergarden Spa). Payment is due at time of registration. Register in advance.

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

Saunders Brothers would like to celebrate all First Responders and show you our appreciation! Just show us your ID and get 20% off your purchase. Thank you for all you do! 11AM to 2PM Enjoy live Music from Keith Bradley under the pole barn.

The East Coast Classic is coming to Wood Ridge Farm Brewery! Come out and see the best of the best blast the plastic off golf balls and send them flying down the driving range.

Celebrity dunk booth, fire truck rides, live music by Bryan Knowles and Jackson Parker, face painting, puppy petting with Almost Home Pet Adoption Center, Tie Dying T shirts.

Join Sherry Maynard, owner of M&M Flowers at Mountain & Vine for a relaxing day full of fresh cut flowers and award-winning estate wine! During this event you will use local flowers to learn how to make the perfect arrangement to fit around the neck of a wine bottle. A bottle of wine will be […]

Join us for a solo acoustic show with Eli Cook, one of the finest blues-rock guitarists of his generation, and he just so happened to grow up around here! His solo act displays his songwriting, robust baritone voice and a whirlwind of his busy hands and feet, playing his 12-string or resonator guitar plus tambourine […]

Different libraried wines by the glass or bottle every weekend. Bring a picnic and savor your time with us! June 9 2017 Sauvignon Blanc

Live music on our deck each Sunday featuring a different artist each week. No cover charge. June 9 Shane Click

June 9 Drew Pace

We welcome the Flutes section of the C-ville Band for a special performance at our tasting room for this relaxing Sunday. The performance will be held outside (weather permitting) on our patio.

Visit the Farm Market and make a pinwheel to take home with you! All participating kids will receive a complimentary scoop of Homestead Creamery ice cream !

April – October join us for mid-week music on the patio every Wednesday! Draft beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5PM to 9PM. June 12 Mike McCray

Join local area astronomers and their powerful telescopes in celebrating the dark skies of Nelson County.  

Join us every Friday April-October for $4 Full Nelsons from 5PM to 9PM and live music 5:30PM to 8PM. June 14 John Goslin and Bill Yetzer

Cheers to Friday! Live music every week all year long. No cover charge. June 14 Jason Tomlin

June 14 Travis Valle

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

  10AM to 5PM Scavenger Hunt 10AM to 2PM. Join us and make something just in time for Father’s Day. Fees may apply. 11AM to 2PM Enjoy live Music by The Ridge Runners under the pole barn. All azaleas are $15 for a limited time. While supplies last. Peaches are here! Early Redhaven and Spring […]

Gather 'round for a day of Southern-style delights and toe-tapping tunes. Dive into a barbecue feast fit for a king. From tender chicken to mouthwatering pulled pork. Let the sweet sounds of live bluegrass music take you on a journey to the heart of the South. Enjoy the harmonious melodies that will make your soul […]

Live music by Alex Arbaugh.

Join us in the taproom every Sunday as we host our BOLD Brunch, featuring unique brunch features, live music, delicious signature cocktails using our Bold Rock Spirits, and more! June 16 Father’s Day BBQ Brunch. We’ll have some delicious BBQ features sizzling out of the kitchen, along with our normal Brunch features, refreshing beers, ciders, […]

Different libraried wines by the glass or bottle every weekend. Bring a picnic and savor your time with us! June 16 2016 Chardonnay

How do you tell Dad how much you appreciate him? Smoked, savory, lip smacking rack a ribs! BBQ Beast will be on site with delicious smoked meats - PLEASE Pre-Order Ribs! Pre-Order: https://blue-toad-hard-cider-101887.square.site/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1RVKHfEdv1HK28bW-GsinkbdPRCkpHT1a_BRgh9UPSPjNjg6QX1AudS_I_aem_AS8QJJSTEw8m71QP0BGse525al781d9SRpcwa-xJXUmKWDz_dsU9-jD588WRPnLucuIk2CdCzDBTHIInQP6AeQiY Full RACK FOR DAD! (Choose 2 Sides on Site) FREE Bonobos Bakery COOKIE! $32.75. 1/2 RACK FOR MOM! (Choose 2 Sides on […]

Live music by Bob and Carolyn 1PM to 4PM.

Join us as we celebrate our 3rd anniversary and kick off summer in style! We will be offering several activities for both kids and adults including Bounce Houses and a special Donut and Wine pairing flight with the help of CarpeDonut!

Live music on our deck each Sunday featuring a different artist each week. No cover charge. Performers to be announced. June 16 Rick Martin

June 16 Andrew Bev

Honoring Black Fathers and Father Figures. Spoken Word: Nelson County High School Poets, Chris “The Poetic Genius” and more. Cook Out and Games: free food, bouncy house, cornhole, horseshoes, etc. Live Music: The Jen Tal Band and R&B Band from C’Ville.

April – October join us for mid-week music on the patio every Wednesday! Draft beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5PM to 9PM. June 19 Trevor  Hicks.

A sunrise guided hike through the Historic Blue Ridge Tunnel. This 3 mile hike is geared toward all ages. The hike will be guided by a member of the Blue Ridge Tunnel Foundation who will be able to provide information and history of the tunnel along the way. We will begin from the East Trailhead […]

Bounce Houses, Games, Nelson 4-H Archery lessons, food trucks. https://nelsoncountyva.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29910

Join us for a 6-course gourmet meal paired with Blue Mountain Brewery beers and hosted by Brewmaster Taylor Smack. Tickets on sale now. https://bmbbeerdinner.simpletix.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3N6Tyw2EIF0S8glQPTSksdH6zmkvfEXbKY1_S0Tw6JW83YLVH3Kc3qswA_aem_AcgvP4UMECTEa1imzdlePbHF65gQxS7UwnhQoEhu-HHixAiDz7gzuUDn7b5rs31n9_LQf84NENYBear4y7Iuh8PG

Join us every Friday April-October for $4 Full Nelsons from 5PM to 9PM and live music 5:30PM to 8PM. June 21 Barefoot and Sunshine

Cheers to Friday! Live music every week all year long. No cover charge. June 21 Don’t Look Up

Throughout this series, we are partnering with chefs and creatives from a variety of backgrounds and influences to showcase their unique culinary and beverage achievements. In June we will be joined by Sarah Rennie of Scottsville's Two Fire Table. A Southern Appalachian native, Chef Rennie began her love of cooking with fire in Asheville, North […]

June 21 Craig Hanson and The Gypsies

The Cville Band Concert at Hazy Mountain is part of the band’s 102nd concert season. The family-friendly program will include band classics, marches, Broadway and popular selections. This concert is free to attend and will be held indoors.

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

Help us celebrate the 25th Anniversary of James River State Park! Join us for a day long celebration that will include cake, barbecue, music, river activities, a car show, free wagon rides, and much more. A free shuttle service will also be running the day of to assist folks on and off the river. Stick […]

Celebrate the summer solstice with wine and flower crowns. Clink glasses and take pictures by the maypole with your favorite people!

Author Patrick Kelly has recently released the fourth book in the series: Murder at Dawn. Retired detective Bill O’Shea’s summer is off to a great start. He’s made new friends, taken up the game of pickleball, and adopted a dog. But then a victim is found murdered, and the short-staffed police department ask Bill to […]

Live music by Jim Theobald.

Live music by Alchemy’s Muse in the tasting room. We will have the essential's Charcuterie, Cupcakes, Wine & Cider Tastings.

Join us for our summer music series. Live music by Jimmy O. Bring a friend, a chair and a picnic for a beautiful vineyard evening. Rain (in the pavilion) or shine (on the lawn). No cover, glass and bottle sales.

Take in the stunning views and colorful sky as you descend on the chair lift to Checkerberry Cabin. Sit around the campfires and enjoy live music from local artists that is sure to keep you moving and grooving all evening. This is an outdoor venue, so bring your own chair or blanket, or purchase one […]

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association? Learn more about the importance of dark skies while we explore our vast and endless universe with our telescopes. Who knows what we will find. Our astronomy clubs will bring their telescopes and share their knowledge about what […]

Different libraried wines by the glass or bottle every weekend. Bring a picnic and savor your time with us! June 23 2014 Pinot Gris

Live music on our deck each Sunday featuring a different artist each week. No cover charge. June 23 Colette Georgia Semon

June 23 Paxton Henderson

Bryant's Farm is hosting our first Duos Cornhole Tournament! Come for a day on the farm and shoot some air mails while enjoying a crisp cider. Winners of the tournament win a prize! DM us on Facebook or Instagram with your team name to enter!

Come on out to Pharsalia and enjoy a beautiful day in the country while learning how to use fresh lavender, eucalyptus and dried flowers to create a custom wreath for your home or even as a gift for that special someone. This wreath will grace your wall for many years. After a demonstration and explanation […]

April – October join us for mid-week music on the patio every Wednesday! Draft beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5PM to 9PM. June 26 Brian Franke

Last day of the season will be Friday June 28. 10AM to 4PM. Hours are subject to change due to weather and staffing. Call to verify we are open. Fresh apple selection, homemade apple butter, and more.

Join us every Friday April-October for $4 Full Nelsons from 5PM to 9PM and live music 5:30PM to 8PM. June 28 Bannon Strings Band

Cheers to Friday! Live music every week all year long.  No cover charge. June 28 Rockfish Gap

Start your month off right with a win, or get a quick one in before the month ends...It's Trivia Night at the Farm!

June 28 Howling at the Earth

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

Saturday, June 29th will be the last day we are open for the season. Last chance to Pick-Your-Own Blueberries! We will be open 8am to 4pm!

We're turning twelve, and you're invited to join the ultimate anniversary bash! Come celebrate 12 amazing years of great cider, unforgettable memories, and fantastic friends at Bold Rock Nellysford. Featuring live music, specialty birthday cocktails, real birthday cake served in the Meadow, yard games, a VIP Tent, and more!

Get ready for a feast of delicious crawfish and shrimp as Chef JD works the boiler! Plus, enjoy live music by Glen Shelton Band at 5PM to keep the good vibes going all night long! Limited tickets available. Purchase tickets at the restaurant. Ticket Pricing: Full Experience (All You Can Eat Crawfish & Shrimp Boil […]

Come join the amazing setting with great wine, beer, food, Latin rhythms and dancing at Hazy Mountain. We are thrilled to be hosting Salsa under the Stars in our grand Ballroom. All are welcome to have a good time here. For more info or to purchase Tickets ahead of the event go to: https://shop.hazy-mountain.com/.../Salsa-Under-the-Stars

Different libraried wines by the glass or bottle every weekend. Bring a picnic and savor your time with us! June 30  2014 Reservue D'Oriane

Live music on our deck each Sunday featuring a different artist each week. No cover charge. June 30 The Boomerangs

June 30 Hunter Overstreet

Come enjoy the thrill of the NASCAR race with us! June 30 live music by Jim Lewis 3PM to 5PM.

Join Olivia Cunningham on a deep dive into her study on milkweed at Wintergreen. Olivia is a rising senior at William and Mary who is continuing work at Wintergreen studying the hybridization among common and poke milkweed along with pollination patterns. Come learn about this vital plant and the role it holds in the Wintergreen […]

April – October join us for mid-week music on the patio every Wednesday! Draft beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5PM to 9PM. July 3 Michael Mulvaney

Every first Thursday, take home the souvenir logo glass free with a draft purchase while supplies last. Check our social media for this month’s glass.

Live music by Keith Bradley. 4th of July Annual Sale! Growers special on 4th of July color!

MVFD will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, cole slaw, soft drinks, iced tea, and the fixings. Bring a covered dish to share with your neighbors for a fun afternoon of fellowship, food, games, and musical entertainment. Everyone welcome!

The Lovingston Volunteer Fire Department Co. 1 and the Nelson County Board of Supervisors are thrilled to announce the fireworks are returning for 2024. This year we are hosting them at the Stars and Spurs event area. The fireworks are still being run by the fire department along with our fireworks technicians. The venue change […]

Live music by Jacob Paul Allen

Join us every Friday April-October for $4 Full Nelsons from 5PM to 9PM and live music 5:30PM to 8PM. July 5 Rockfish Gap

Cheers to Friday! Live music every week all year long. Performers to be announced. No cover charge.

Start your month off right with a win, or get a quick one in before the month ends...It's Trivia Night at the Farm!

July 5 Craig Hanson and The Gypsies

Our market started in 1997 when a handful of farmers in Nelson County decided to form a private cooperative to help local residents have better access to fresh local produce. The rest is history. The Nelson Farmers' Market Cooperative has grown to over 50 vendors and continues to bring a wonderful variety of produce, baked […]

RVCC’s all-you-can-eat community Pancake Breakfast includes bacon, eggs, sausage, grits, buttermilk pancakes, real blueberry pancakes, Trager Brothers coffee, OJ, and good company! First Saturday of every month, 8:30AM to 10:30AM.

11AM to 2PM Live music by Keith Bradley.

Cut your own lavender bundles and souvenirs for sale.

Live music by Keith Bradley.

We'll have live music all day, local craft vendors, yard games & kids activities, & our Outdoor Bar & Grill will be open! Interested in becoming a vendor? Email brittany.niemeyer@dbbrewingcompany.com Crossroads of Route 151 and Route 664.

Food Truck Brats and More 12PM to 6PM. Music Alex Arbaugh 2PM to 5PM.

On the Shamokin Terrace. A great opportunity to network, collaborate, cultivate relationships, and learn more about our local community during our July Jubilee. If interested in participating please email ntynes@wintergreenresort..com

Join Nancy Donnelly-Walters in constructing and painting a colorful bottle hummingbird feeder. Ages 6 and up. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Payment is due at time of registration. Register in advance.

Join us in the Meadow as we host a watch party for the classic alien film – Independence Day! We will have refreshing cider, snacks, & food to enjoy while hanging out with us! Seating is first-come, first-served. Movie will be moved indoors depending on weather.

At the Dunlop Pavilion. Join the Wintergreen Festival Orchestra under the baton of Artistic Director Erin Freeman for a free, festive, and family-friendly patriotic pops concert! You’ll hear music from Star Wars and The Sound of Music along with American classics like America the Beautiful and Stars and Stripes Forever. There will even be a […]

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association? Learn more about the importance of dark skies while we explore our vast and endless universe with our telescopes. Who knows what we will find. Our astronomy clubs will bring their telescopes and share their knowledge about what […]