Charlottesville’s Spring Traditions and Events
With hundreds of popular occasions in Charlottesville this spring, it can be difficult to know exactly which ones to attend. From music to food, here's a list of Charlottesville's spring traditions and events you absolutely cannot miss!
Montpelier’s Exchange Cafe
After a long day of the numerous tours and hikes, enjoy delicious sandwiches, salads, and bbq at Montpelier's Exchange Cafe.
Gardens and Grounds – Highland
Take a self-guided tour of the extensive gardens and grounds of James Monroe's Highland, which are both serene and historical.
Take the Tour – Highland
Come explore the newly revamped guided tour of James Monroe's Highland, consisting of the fifth president's guest home and former residency.
Jefferson’s Tombstone
After the tours, stop by Thomas Jefferson's tombstone in the Jefferson family cemetery, which highlights his greatest accomplishments.
Common House Social Club
Founded by University of Virginia alumni, Josh Rogers, Derek Sieg and Ben Pfinsgraff, Common House draws on the historical role of the social club while defining its own place in the community and seeking to create a space where a diversity of people from the creative classes of art and commerce can come together to eat, drink, and thrive in
Kilwins Charlottesville
A profoundly unique energy governs the Charlottesville Downtown Mall in the summer, especially in the evenings, when locals break free from their 9 to 5 routines. Tonight the air is filled with the enticing smell of hot, fresh waffle cones emanating from the Kilwin's storefront. Despite Kilwins status as a small franchise with locations across the United States, each individual
Charlottesville Sweets and Chocolates
Warning: if you are visiting Charlottesville and have a sweet tooth, then the following article may pose a threat to your waistline and your wallet. But I promise it’s worth the risk- you won’t want to miss out on these unique dessert selections from across the city.Pie ChestIf you’re a pie lover, the Pie Chest on Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall needs