Things to Do

If you're driving from out of town to see a show, or you're a UVA student, and your family is visiting to see the big game or concert at JPJ, you're probably wondering about hotels in the area. Here's a list of Charlottesville's top hotels near John Paul Jones Arena. We'll help you chose the most comfortable, convenient lodging options.

Covid-19 Shutdown offers an opportunity for wine tasting and touring from home. Charlottesville is wine country. Even though visiting your favorite vineyards will have to wait until after the coronavirus is beaten back, there’s no reason you can’t experience some of this season’s batch of wines- from the comfort of home. Read on for a who’s-who of virtual winetastings.  Keswick Vineyards

The Guide chats with Mighty Joshua, VA's 2-year running Reggae Ambassador, who's kicking off his tour TOMORROW, September 7 with Love Canon at the Sprint Pavilion in a beautiful mashup benefiting The Front Porch. On Mighty Joshua's last visit to Charlottesville:The last time that I came to Charlottesville, I stopped on my way back from playing Floyd Yoga Jam to visit