The best book, hobby & craft shops in Charlottesville

5 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Sidetracks Music (opens in a new tab)

310 2nd St SE

Sidetracks Music is the relaxed, real-deal record spot locals swear by. Flip through collectible finds, new and used vinyl, CDs, and box…

Sidetracks Music is the relaxed, real-deal record spot locals swear by. Flip through collectible finds, new and used vinyl, CDs, and box sets, then walk out with something that upgrades your week, and keep an eye on their in-store events if you like surprises between tracks.

From the Charlottesville newsletter, October 18, 2026

The Scrappy Elephant (opens in a new tab)

1745 Allied St Ste C

Give your craft stash a second life this week at The Scrappy Elephant, where unwanted art materials get rescued and reimagined through an…

Give your craft stash a second life this week at The Scrappy Elephant, where unwanted art materials get rescued and reimagined through an affordable shop and studio. Swing by for Fresh Finds, Studio Time, or a class... Charlottesville creativity, sustainability, and community all in one delightfully scrappy spot.

From the Charlottesville newsletter, October 22, 2026

Michaels (opens in a new tab)

1035 Emmet St N Barracks Road Shopping Center

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Stacy's Music Shop (opens in a new tab)

1816 Rio Hill Center

Charlottesville's own Stacy's Music Shop has been outfitting players for 80 years, with everything from guitars, drums, keys and ukes to…

Charlottesville's own Stacy's Music Shop has been outfitting players for 80 years, with everything from guitars, drums, keys and ukes to amps, strings and studio gear, plus a full repair shop and legit private lessons for guitar, drums, bass, voice, piano, banjo, and mandolin. Check it out this week.

From the Charlottesville newsletter, October 29, 2026

Music & Arts (opens in a new tab)

1512 Seminole Trail

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.