event guide

Here’s what’s happening at Bald Top this week! Thursday, Oct. 1: Trivia Night at 6:30 PM Friday, Oct. 2: Friday Meal Combo at 5:30 PM Saturday, Oct. 3: Petting zoo from 5–6:30 PM, f...

Join us on the patio and listen to the smooth music of John Kelly. He is a long-time local musician, writer, and producer who has worked with many other artists from the area, as well as various natio...

Live Music - Way 2 Longs   Saturday, October 3, 2026  5:00 PM 8:00 PM

"Madison American Legion to Host Annual Fall Catfish Supper and Fundraiser MADISON, VA — The Madison American Legion has announced the return of its highly anticipated Fall Catfish Supper, schedul...

Madison County Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park presents Toy Story 5! Join us at The Oaks Performing Arts Center at Hoover Ridge Park as everyone’s favorite toys return for another unforgetta...

Saturday, October 3 – Yoga @ The Vineyard with Sterling Howell. Yoga is back at the vineyard with instructor Sterling Howell. Combine your love of wine, beautiful vistas and venues, with your desire...

57th Annual Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival October 3 & 4, 10 & 11, and 17 & 18, 2026 10:00 am - 4:30 pm each day Celebrating ALL things APPLE at our 15th Annual Apple Harv...

“Wine Down” this weekend by soaking up the views and taking in the tunes of local musicians Mo & Mary Mac. Choose your favorite spot and listen to these talented singer-songwriters while you s...

Sunday, October 4 – No Book Left Behind - Join us for our Fourth Annual No Book Left Behind Festival! This family-friendly event celebrates great books and encourages everyone to help our children r...

Grab a glass of your favorite wine and settle in to enjoy the music of Ken Matthews. Ken brings along his saxophone and clarinet and focuses on jazz from the 1930s-40s with a nod to New Orleans. Pair ...

Household & Collectibles Auction - Wednesday, October 7th  9:30 a.m. Preview - Tuesday, 10/6   10 to 6 p.m.    

THE SUN IS FINALLY COMING BACK! After all the gray, gloomy weather, this week is looking like the perfect excuse to get outside, grab a beer, and spend some time at Bald Top. Here’s what we�...

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge    Friday, October 9, 2026   7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local music...

Second Saturday Music in the Mountains with Smokin’ Trout October 10 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us for Second Saturday Music in the mountains with local band Smokin’ Trout. The band’s backgr...

Madison County Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park presents Toy Story  5!    Saturday, October 10th @6:30 pm Join us at The Oaks Performing Arts Center at Hoover Ridge Park as everyone�...

DuCard Vineyards - Music In The Mountains by Scuffletown October 10th   6-9pm Enjoy this Second Saturday evening with rollicking great live music by Scuffletown. Choose your favorite DuCard wi...

Live Music - Waterfalls Trio   Saturday, October 10, 2026   5:00 PM 8:00 PM

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.    Saturday, October 10th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to ...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge   Saturday, October 10th,    5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.   FRE...

57th Annual Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival October 10 & 11, and 17 & 18, 2026        10:00 am - 4:30 pm each day Celebrating ALL things APPLE at our 57th Annual Apple Harve...

Sunday, October 11 – Artist Day at Revalation - En Plein Air 2026 – Join us to create art in the vineyard from dawn till dusk. Artists are welcome to capture our beautiful Hebron Valley landscape,...

DuCard Vineyards - Music In The Mountains with Ben Mason October 11th    2-5pm Join us in the foothills for an afternoon of wine, entertainment, and relaxation. Ben Mason is a local singer son...

Sunday Brunch   October 11th, 11am - 2pm

Sunday, October 11 – Chee Ricketts: An Introduction to Plein Air Painting - Plein air painting, described as the largest painting movement in art history, has captured the attention of nearly eve...

Monday, October 12 – Columbus Day Holiday – Yes, we are open from noon until 5 pm today! It’s always a great day at the Vineyard!

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge Friday, October 16, 2026   7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicia...

Wind down at DuCard with a wine flight, and entertainment after the long work week with the music of John Kelly. He is a long-time local musician, writer, and producer who has worked with many other a...

Library Wine Deep Dive   October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm  $32 Join us for a special Library Deep Dive tasting as we open the cellar and revisit some of our favorite older vintages.  This is ...

Overview It's a Halloween Costume Party with the Best 90's Band Around! Hoover Ridge Park presents Music in the Park - Brisk Band's Halloween Bash! Join us for live entertainme...

Friday, October 16 – Words & Wine – Poets, novelists, spoken-word artists, and storytellers of all kinds are invited to share their work at our quarterly Open Mic nights. RSVP by email at info...

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.   Saturday, October 17th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to j...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge   Saturday, October 17th, 5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.  FREE Even...

57th Annual Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival   October 17 & 18, 2026 10:00 am - 4:30 pm each day Celebrating ALL things APPLE at our 57th Annual Apple Harvest Festival..- here at Gra...

Music in the Mountains with Pat Anderson   October 17 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm The mountains are calling and so is the music by singer-songwriter Pat Anderson. Pat’s a roots rocker with a strong aff...

Live Music - A. P. Project     Saturday, October 17, 2026    5:00 PM 8:00 PM

Sunday, October 18 – Sip & Learn – Viticultural Practices and the Quality of Your Wine – *THIS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM AUGUST 30* Join us at 5 pm as Françoise shares how viticultural p...

Exclusive DuCard Vineyards & Estate at Meander Gold Medal Experience October 18 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm     $299 Join DuCard Vineyards and The Estate at Meander for an intimate autumn experi...

Armchair Expedition- Sparkling Wine 2pm    October 18 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm  $49 Sparkling wine is not just for special occasions, it can be an everyday drink of choice. There are several method...

Household & Collectibles Auction   Wednesday, October 21st   9:30 a.m. Preview - Tuesday, 10/20   10 to 6 p.m.

Friday, October 23 – Book Club @ The Vineyard – Join us at 6 pm to discuss James by Percival Everett. Stop by the tasting room early to grab a snack and a glass of wine or verjus to enjoy during t...

“Breakfasts at The Madison American Legion Post 157, 310 Thrift Road, Madison!  Dates: August 22, September 26, October 24. Menu includes eggs (cooked to order), bacon, sausage, tater tots, t...

TRICK OR TRUNK 2026! It’s almost that time again! Join us for an evening of Halloween fun, treats, and decorated trunks at Madison County High School!

Saturday, October 31 – Halloween Hot Cocktails @ Revalation Vineyards! Hot cocktails are perfect for fall. In our hands-on Halloween class, you’ll learn to craft hot cocktails that make crisp f...