event guide

As the weather warms up, there's no lack of things to do and see in Madison County.


Oct

1

DuCard Vineyards - Sipping for Saplings

 Event Series: Sipping For Saplings Sipping For Saplings at DuCard October 1 Buy Wine, Plant a Tree! Sipping for Saplings is our continuing program at DuCard – consistent with our enviro...

Oct

2

Pete's Auction Service

Come see us for a great auction on October 2nd starting at 9:30 AM! We are located at 2858 North Seminole Trail, Madison, VA. Antiques, collectibles, coins, and so much more! Pre-View will be on Tuesd...

Oct

2

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery - Hocus Pocus Sip n Paint Party

Hocus Pocus Witches Sip-n-Paint Party Wednesday, October 2nd 5:30-7:30pm Let’s paint these sister witches on an 11x14 ($40) or 16x20 ($50) canvas. Sip & Paints are SO FUN at Prince Mich...

Oct

3

Bald Top Brewery - This Weekend Events

Oktoberfest continues this weekend at Bald Top—don't miss the fun! Thursday, 6:30PM – Gather your friends for Trivia Night hosted by Daniel! Test your knowledge while enjoying our refresh...

Oct

4

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

The Unsuitables   Friday, October 4th   5-8pm The Unsuitables kick off our Oktoberfest weekend with a bang, playing a variety of covers that include Motown, classic R&B, rock and roll, and blues! Come ready to rock!

Oct

4

DuCard Vineyards

Friday Night Out w/Ken Matthews & 1/2 Price Wine Flights Friday, October 4th 5 pm - 8:00 pm Wine down at DuCard with 1/2 price wine flights and entertainment after the long work week! We�...

Oct

4

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery - Octoberfest

Octoberfest    October 4th - 6th Join us for a weekend of fun at Tap 29 Brewery & Pub from October 4th - 6th! Enjoy menu specials, beer specials, and live music all weekend long. Pretzels, ...

Oct

4

Revalation Vineyards - Book World Meets Wine World

Friday, October 4th – Book World Meets Wine World presents Sara Read and Katharine Schellman. Sara Read will present her book, Principles of (E)Motion. Sara Read is an author, a nurse, a runne...

Oct

4

Revalation Vineyards - Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin

Friday, October 4th - Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin. The cabin will be open from noon until sunset that day. Bring your picnic dinner to accompany your favorite Revalation beverage as you enjoy the stunning sundown views from our cabin porch!

Oct

4

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery

Live Music - Ron Gentry   October 4th 6 - 9pm Join us as we welcome back Ron Gentry, a sensational solo/acoustic musician, to our stage!  With his melodic voice and fantastic playlist, he's sure to set the perfect vibe for your Friday night.

Oct

5

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Meisha Herron Band Saturday, October 5 1-4 pm Get ready to be mesmerized by Meisha Herron’s soulful melodies and powerful vocals. It's an afternoon you won't want to miss!

Oct

5

DuCard Vineyards

Music in the Mountains w/ Kat & the Travelers    October 5th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm The mountains are beckoning. Come bask in the views and enjoy the lively music of of Kat and the Travelers....

Oct

5

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Steel Peach   Saturday, October 5th 5-8 pm Steel Peach, playing a great blend of Today's Country, Classic Rock, Southern Rock and Top Hits of today.  

Oct

5

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024 Tickets are NOW available to purchase online!!! https://www.gravesmountain.com/tickets/ DATES for 2024: October 5 & 6, 2024 October...

Oct

5

Graves Mtn. Farm & Lodges - Nature Walk

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from  11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, October 5th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! Join...

Oct

6

DuCard Vineyards

Music in the Mountains w/ The Recherche Duo October 6th       2 - 5PM Join us at DuCard for live music by the Recherche Duo. Multi-instrumentalist Matty Metcalfe (guitar/accordion/drum loops...

Oct

10

Bald Top Brewery - This Weekend Events

This weekend at Bald Top is packed with fun, food, and live music! Kick things off with Trivia Night this Thursday at 6:30PM! Gather your squad, sip on some cold brews, and test your knowledge...

Oct

11

DuCard Vineyards - Half-Price Wine Flights

Friday Night Out w/Joint Ventures &  1/2 Price Wine Flights Friday, October 11th 5 pm - 8:00 pm Wind down the work week with music by Joint Venture, great wine, and terrific vineyard view...

Oct

11

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery - Friday Night Dance

Friday Night Dance w/ DJ Billy "Blue Eyes" Friday, October 11th 5-8pm Come dance to all your favorite songs! Planning a special event or party, have it here! We supply the music!

Oct

11

Revalation Vineyard - Sip into the Sunset

Friday, October 11th – Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin. The cabin will be open from noon until sunset that day. Bring your picnic dinner to accompany your favorite Revalation beverage as you enjoy the stunning sundown views from our cabin porch!

Oct

12

DuCard Vineyards

Music in the Mountains w/ Blake Esse    October 12th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us for an October afternoon of Music in the Mountains as we welcome back Culpeper’s own country singer Blake Ess...

Oct

12

DuCard Vineyards

Second Saturday Music in the Mountains by Scuffletown   October 12 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm   Come out and join us on this Second Saturday fall evening! We’ll have rollicking great live music by...

Oct

12

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

CMJ Trio - all tips go to St. Jude's Hospital     Saturday, October 12th 1-4 pm Chris Mark & Jan Trio featuring Chris Forzano, Mark Tarallo and Jan Davis are a musical trio dedicated to perf...

Oct

12

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Bobby G & The Heavies     Saturday, October 12th 5-8 pm Bobby G & the Heavies is the area’s best rhythm and authentic blues band. Performing top favorites in classic rock, pop, country, soul as well as blues!

Oct

12

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024 Tickets are NOW available to purchase online!!! https://www.gravesmountain.com/tickets/ DATES for 2024: October 5 & 6, 2024 Oct...

Oct

12

Graves Mtn. Farm & Lodges - Nature Walk

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, October 12th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! J...

Oct

12

Revalation Vineyards

Saturday, October 12th – Arts & Vines – Stop by the vineyard to visit local artisans! Robert's Hot Sauce, Westwind Flowers, and Art by GM Grant. Get a head start on those holiday lists!

Oct

12

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery - Oysterfest

Join us at Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewing Company, October 12th, 2024 to indulge in fresh, delicious oysters and live music at this year's Oysterfest! Oysters will be served raw or ro...

Oct

13

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Elements of Kindred Saturday, October 13th 1:30-4:30 pm High energy, acoustic trio performing an eclectic mix of your favorite songs

Oct

13

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery - Bluegrass Jam

 Live Music - Blue Grass Jam    October 13th    2-5pm  Dive into the heart of bluegrass bliss every second Sunday of the month!  Join us for an open jam where musicians and bluegrass enthu...

Oct

16

Pete's Auction Service

Preview - Tuesday, Oct. 15th   10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Household & Collectibles & TOOLS Auction Wednesday, October 16th  9:30 a.m. Visit our website:

Oct

17

Revalation Vineyards - Sip & Learn

Thursday, October 17th – Sip & Learn – The presentation of The Black Tax: 150 Years of Theft, Exploitation, and Dispossession in America by Dr. Andrew Kahrl will start at 6:00. Dr. Andrew...

Oct

17

Bald Top Brewery - This Weekend Events

Prepare for an action-packed weekend you won’t forget at Bald Top! Kick off the weekend early with Daniel hosting our Trivia Night! Challenge your friends to some mind-bending questions while enj...

Oct

18

Revalation Vineyards

Friday, October 18th – Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin. The cabin will be open from noon until sunset that day. Bring your picnic dinner to accompany your favorite Revalation beverage as you enjoy...

Oct

18

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Jimmy O, always a great time! Preserving endangered music!    

Oct

18

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery - Weekend Events

Live Music    October 18th & 19th Looking for the perfect weekend spot? Look no further! Enjoy great music, stunning views, delicious food, and awesome beverages. There's something for every...

Oct

19

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery

Live Music - October 18th & 19th Looking for the perfect weekend spot? Look no further! Enjoy great music, stunning views, delicious food, and awesome beverages. There's something for everyone�...

Oct

19

Graves Mtn. Farm & Lodges - Nature Walk

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, October 19th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! J...

Oct

19

DuCard Vineyards

VA Wine Month Harvest Party Music in the Mountains w/Bailey Hayes, Plein Air Exhibit.   October 19th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Celebrate the 2024 harvest with us and enjoy the fall afternoon with gre...

Oct

19

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024

Graves Mountain Apple Harvest Festival 2024 Tickets are NOW available to purchase online!!! https://www.gravesmountain.com/tickets/ DATES for 2024: October 5 & 6, 2024 October...

Oct

19

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Jeremy Fox, playing your favorite country, classic rock, and other tunes!! Voted Fauquier Times best band of the year 2022!

Oct

19

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

MarJo Delux Saturday, October 19th 5-8 pm Join Mark, Joel, Burt and McKenzie for a little rock, a little blues, a little country and a little R&B for your listening and dancing pleasure.

Oct

20

DuCard Vineyards - Chocolate & Wine Pairing

Chocolate & Wine Pairing - Fall October 20th 2 - 3:30 PM We are excited to welcome back Master Chocolatier Ann Czaja, DipWSET, to DuCard for a unique Chocolate and Wine Program. This class h...

Oct

20

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Brian Franke Sunday, October 20th 1:30-4:30 pm Brain Franke from FarAway, performing solo.

Oct

24

Revalation Vineyards

Thursday, October 24th – Français with Françoise – An evening of French conversation starting at 6:30.  

Oct

25

DuCard Vineyards

Friday Night Out w/Pat Anderson  &  1/2 Price Wine Flights Friday, October 25th 5 pm - 8:00 pm Wind down your work week and kick off your weekend with an evening at DuCard! Join us for m...

Oct

25

THE INN & TAVERN AT MEANDER KICKS OFF - October Wine Dinners

Title: The Inn & Tavern at Meander to Host Revalation Vineyards for October Wine Dinners Who: The Inn & Tavern at Meander and Revalation Vineyards What: The Inn & Tavern at Meande...

Oct

25

DuCard Vineyards - Norton Three Ways Tasting & Tour

Norton Three Ways Tasting & Tour October 25th  12 - 9 PM & October 26th  12-6pm DuCard Vineyards is honored to be part of the Norton Network—a collective of Virginia Norton growers, ...

Oct

25

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Andrew Washington, traditional country artist who keeps country country!

Oct

25

Revalation Vineyards - Book Club @ The Vineyard

Friday, October 25th – Book Club @ The Vineyard – Join us for a fun discussion of your favorite Alexander McCall Smith's No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency book. If you are a newcomer to the seri...

Oct

25

Revalation Vineyards - Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin

Friday, October 25th - Sip into the Sunset @ The Cabin. The cabin will be open from noon until sunset that day. Bring your picnic dinner to accompany your favorite Revalation beverage as you enjoy the stunning sundown views from our cabin porch!

Oct

25

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Run Brewery - Weekend Events

Live Music   October 25th & 26th Hey leaf peepers! Join us this weekend for stunning fall views and live music that’ll make your autumn day even better. Don’t miss out on the perfect combo of nature and tunes!

Oct

26

DuCard Vineyards

Music in the Mountains w/Mike Proffitt October 26th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us for an afternoon of rhythm and views! Listen to the superb music of singer/songwriter Mike Proffitt and his ...

Oct

26

THE INN & TAVERN AT MEANDER - October Wine Dinners

Title: The Inn & Tavern at Meander to Host Revalation Vineyards for October Wine Dinners Who: The Inn & Tavern at Meander and Revalation Vineyards What: The Inn & Tavern at Meande...

Oct

26

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Jukebox Classics    Saturday, October 26th 1-4 pm Their fun and friendly sets will take you through the pop Jukebox classics from the 1940's through 1970's: Ellington, Sinatra, Hank Williams, Pa...

Oct

26

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

Deja Vu    Saturday, October 26th 5-8 pm Deja Vu always keeps us rocking with their throwback tunes and incredible musicianship.

Oct

26

Graves Mtn. Farm & Lodges - Nature Walk

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, October 26th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! J...

Oct

26

Haunted Woods of Hoover Ridge 2024

Haunted Woods of Hoover Ridge    October 26, 2024 7-10 pm Dare to be scared! The Haunted Woods of Hoover Ridge returns on Saturday, October 26! Guided tours will be available from 7:00 PM wi...

Oct

27

Early Mountain Vineyards

Edible Insight - Halloween “Spooky Pasta” Edition With Executive Chef Tim Moore and Chef de Cuisine Kristen Hall Join us for an interactive culinary experience that promises a blend of fun a...

Oct

27

Oak Grove Fellowship Church Trick or Trunk & Fall Festival

Oak Grove Fellowship Church Trick or Trunk & Fall Festival October 27th 4-7pm Join us for our annual trick or trunk and fall festival. Along with a trick or trunk event we will also have a b...

Oct

27

Prince Michel & Tap 29 Brewery

A.P. Project    Sunday, October 27th 1:30-4:30 pm Drawing inspiration from the rich musical heritage of Virginia and broader America, AP Project infuses classic genres with a modern sensibility,...

Oct

31

Bald Top Brewery - This Weekends Events

Halloween Weekend at Bald Top! This weekend, we’re bringing the Halloween spirit to life at Bald Top—grab your friends, put on your best costume, and let’s make it one to remember! Thursday,...

Oct

31

Blue Quartz Winery & Shotwell Brewery - Thirsty Thursday

Join us for Thirsty Thursdays and enjoy $5 pints of beer and $5 Sangria