This weekend in Charlottesville, VA

This producer-only market is Charlottesville, Virginia’s largest independent destination for farm-fresh goods. It prioritizes farms and locally produced food, and a weekly vendor lineup highlights who will be participating. SNAP is accepted, and Virginia Fresh Match increases SNAP purchasing power for fresh fruits and vegetables. The market is managed by the nonprofit Market Central.

Now in its 53rd season, City Market continues as a lively place to connect with neighbors and find fresh, local food. Explore vendor stalls featuring seasonal produce, locally raised meats, baked treats, handmade crafts, and many ready-to-eat options. Sunrise Tostada makes its Charlottesville debut with fresh takes on classic breakfast favorites, including complimentary samples of Cheesecake Tostadas while supplies last. Parking is available across the street at the Water Street garage, and the first hour is free.

MorningGloryCville Saturdays at The Front Porch offers 5Rhythms, the movement meditation originated by Gabrielle Roth, inviting participants to deepen connection with yourself, fellow participants, and the wider community through movement. Wear comfortable layers and bring a water bottle. Open to everyone. Pricing is $7 for students, $15 for a single class, or $120 for a ten class pass.

Each week brings a mix of new storybooks and familiar favorites, with readings continuing rain or shine. Open to all ages, and friends are welcome. The shop’s Storytime Leader hosts every session, sharing a variety of books across the hour so anyone arriving a bit late can still settle in for several stories.

A pop-up serving vegan comfort food from the barbecue spot recognized as the number one vegan BBQ joint in the country by VegNews and USA TODAY arrives in Charlottesville. Expect a lineup of Southern staples and special sandwiches, including fried chickun, smoked vegan meats, mac and cheeze, Beyond Burgers dipped in beer cheeze batter, jambalaya, po' boys, Cajun corn, totchos, and more. The menu is prepared without nuts, and gluten-free choices are available.

An afternoon at Fallen Tree Vineyards brings together wine and music.

USA Dance Charlottesville presents an evening at The Center at Belvedere that begins with a ballroom lesson led by a professional instructor, followed by social dancing to a varied playlist that spans Ballroom, Standard, Smooth, Rhythm, Latin, West Coast Swing, Nightclub, Hustle, and more. This month features Gia Ray. The event welcomes all, and no partner or prior experience is required. The class is included with admission. Light refreshments are provided, and there is no smoking or alcohol. Suggested attire is smart casual to dressy, with soft-soled shoes. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for USA Dance members with ID, and $5 for students with ID, payable by cash, check, or Venmo. Free parking is available. Sponsored by USA Dance Charlottesville, Chapter 6044.

New Dominion Bookshop hosts an in-person evening with poet Kari Gunter-Seymour, who will share work from her new collection, All That Teethes Within, followed by a conversation with Sharon Perkins Ackerman. Presented in partnership with WriterHouse, this program is free and open to all. Early arrival is suggested for the best seating. All That Teethes Within explores grief through an Appalachian lens, confronting personal loss alongside the societal and environmental pressures that shape the region. The poems mourn a sibling’s suicide, reflect on opportunities limited by poverty and gender inequality, and consider how identity can fade with age. Images from the natural world, like wind moving through hemlocks, offer moments of calm amid sorrow, while friendships, family, land, grandchildren, and wildlife provide points of light. The collection encourages speaking honestly about pain and joy as part of survival. Kari Gunter-Seymour is the immediate past poet laureate of Ohio and a recipient of the Academy of American Poets Laureate Fellowship Award, the IPPY Bronze Award, the NYC Big Book Award, the National Federation of Press Women Award, and the Feathered Quill Book Award. She serves as executive director of the Women of Appalachia Project and edits its Women Speak anthology series. A retired instructor from the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University, she founded and curates the seasonal performance series Spoken and Heard, featuring poets, writers, and musicians from across the country. Her work has appeared in American Book Review, Poem-a-Day, World Literature Today, Katie Couric’s Wake-Up Call, and the New York Times. Sharon Perkins Ackerman is poetry coeditor for Streetlight Magazine. Her poems appear in Southern Humanities Review, Atlanta Review, Meridian, Appalachian Places, Kestrel, Broad River Review, and other journals. She won the international Hippocrates Poetry in Medicine Prize in 2019. Her book A Legacy of Birds was shortlisted for the Arthur Smith prize in 2025, and her most recent collection, Sweeping the Porch, was published by Pine Row Press in 2026 and is available through New Dominion Bookshop. She lives outside Charlottesville and traces Appalachian roots to Perry County, Kentucky.

At Rivanna Trails Foundation, the 2026 Loop de'Ville Trail Fest celebrates National Public Lands Day and the 34th anniversary of the Rivanna Trail with a day of guided hikes, bike rides, and runs around the city. Families will find plenty to enjoy, including kids activities and relaxed family walks, along with food, beer, and music. All offerings are free and open to everyone. Additional information about specific programs and registration will be shared.

The Starr Hill Market is making its return. Set a reminder and watch for its comeback.

Enjoy live music alongside wine made entirely from estate-grown grapes and Blue Ridge Mountain views. The Michael Elswick Gathering performs a mix of jazz, blues, Latin, swing, ballads, and Cambodian surf rock, featuring Michael Elswick on saxes, Royce Campbell on guitar, Tom Harbeck on bass, and David Drubin on drums. Wine is available by the glass and by the bottle, and there is no admission fee. In accordance with VA ABC law, outside alcohol is not permitted. Children and dogs are welcome but must remain with their group. For questions, email info@chisholmvineyards.com or text 833-340-0086.