event guide

Jukebox Classics     Sunday, September 1st     1:30-4:30 pm Jukebox Classics' fun and friendly sets will take you through the pop Jukebox classics from the 1940's through 1970's: Ellingto...

Music in the Mountains w/Mo & Mary Mac September 1st       2 - 5 pm “Wine Down” this weekend by soaking up the views and taking in the tunes of local musicians Mo & Mary Mac. Cho...

Sunday, September 1st:  Art @ The Vineyard—Come and enjoy the exhibition of Richard Young's wonderful artwork, which runs through the end of October.

The Danny Goodson Band - Labor Day Monday, September 2nd 1-4pm This versatile band plays everything from country, blues, rock and funk.  

Music in the Mountains w/ Tropical Attitudes Monday, September 2nd      2-5pm It’s the unofficial end of the summer season and there’s no better way to spend the afternoon than with cool ...

Monday, September 2nd:   Labor Day – Open noon to 5 pm  

Household & Collectibles Auction Wednesday, September 4th,   9:30 a.m. Preview - Tuesday, 9/3    10 to 6 p.m. Visit our website:

Pumpkin Patch - Sip n Paint Party Wednesday, September 4th 5:30-7:30 pm Let's paint this Popular Pumpkin Patch in Your Style on a 10x20 inch stretched canvas! A long rectangle wood option is ava...

Prepare for an epic weekend at Bald Top Brewing! Thursday, 6:30PM - It’s Trivia Night, hosted by the one and only Rey Ann! Bring your A-game, your besties, and enjoy some craft beers and mouthwa...

Wine down at DuCard with 1/2 price wine flights and entertainment after the long work week! We’ll have wine flights for 1/2 price beginning at 4pm now through the end of October. Of course, you’re...

Friday w/ The Unsuitables   Friday, September 6th 5-8 pm Always a favorite here! The Unsuitables play a variety of covers that include Motown, classic R&B, rock and roll, and blues. Their mi...

Friday, September 6th:   Book World Meets Wine World – Join us as Virginian poet, Rebecca Bock, discusses her book The Way Land Breaks.

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, September 7th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! ...

Saturday, September 7th     5-8pm Join us as The Chardonnays return to the stage with an entertaining mix of top hits from the 60's to present day. Our Tasting and Tap Room Kitchen will be servi...

Music in the Mountains w/ Smokin' Trout September 7th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us in the mountains for an afternoon of lively Celtic music from the local band Smokin’ Trout. The band’s backg...

The Shacktones     Saturday, September 7th 1pm - 4pm Local Madison area band, the trio plays mostly blues and blues-rock by artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Tha...

Deja Vu is a classic rock band based out of Richmond, Virginia that covers '60s & '70s groups like The Beatles, Bob Seger, Otis Redding, Joe Cocker, The Rolling Stones, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimmy Buffe...

Cozy up at DuCard Vineyards for some contemporary rock and classic tunes by local singer/songwriter John Kelly. You don’t want to miss this talented artist! Grab a bottle of your favorite DuCard win...

Fork in the Road   Sunday, September 9th 1:30-4:30 pm Hailing from Virginia, this country rock band is your ticket to a boot-stompin’ good time. With influences from red dirt country and southe...

Excitement is brewing at Bald Top this weekend! Kicking things off with Trivia Night this Thursday at 6:30PM—grab your buddies, test your knowledge, and indulge in our delicious beers and hot, ar...

Always a fun time! Our kitchen opens at 12 noon and closes one hour before the close of the winery. Check out the full menu here: : https://www.princemichel.com/tap-29-brewery-and-pub

Dance Night with D J "Blue Eyes"    Friday, September 13th 5-8 pm Dance night, party night! Perfect time to celebrate birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, etc! The music is provided. You ...

Friday night out with Ken Matthews   Friday, September 13th 5 pm - 8:00 pm Wine down at DuCard with dinner, 1/2 price wine flights, and entertainment after the long work week! We’ll have wine...

Andrew Washington  -  Saturday, September 14th 1pm - 4pm Traditional country artist who keeps country country!

Our workshop instructor, Sandra Kechter, creates deco mesh/burlap/grapevine wreaths. "I have found it to be a scavenger hunt for me. A challenge if you will. I love creating one of a kind wreaths just...

Jodie Davis - Acoustic Therapy    Saturday, September 14th 5-8 pm Jodie Davis entertaining us with a diverse repertoire ranging from classic rock and pop to folk and blues.  

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from   11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, September 14th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! ...

Music in the Mountains w/ Pat Anderson September 14th 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 stron...

Music in the Mountains w/Jimmy O September 14th       6 - 9 pm  The September Second Saturday concert will feature the fantabulous music of Jimmy O. This fun, high-energy, talented musici...

Come join us at our 3rd Annual Youth Rally for JesusSaturday, September 14th 4-8pmat Hoover Ridge Madison Va This is a FREE event sponsored by local churches in cooperation with the Fellowship of Chr...

The Central VA Blues Society Sunday, September 15th 1:30-4:30 pm The Central Virginia Blues Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization that recognizes and celebrates the Blues as one of...

Music in the Mountains with Joint Venture Sunday, September 15th 2-5 pm Join us in the mountains for live music from Joint Venture! Joint Venture is a musicians’ project playing bluegrass, cou...

Always a fun time! Our kitchen opens at 12 noon and closes one hour before the close of the winery. Check out the full menu here: : https://www.princemichel.com/tap-29-brewery-and-pub

Preview - Tuesday, 9/17   10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Household & Collectibles Auction   Wednesday, Sept. 18th 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, September 19th:   Sip & Learn - The presentation Medicinal Plants of the Blue Ridge: The Wild Wisdom that Surrounds Us by Samantha Guerry will start at 6:00.  

Jimmy O Friday, September 20th 5-8 pm Jimmy O-preserving endangered music  

Grab a 1/2 price flight (available after 4pm) of your favorite DuCard wines and settle in for an evening of entertainment! Gina Sobel is a natural improviser. Accomplished on multiple instruments (gui...

Mercy Trail Saturday, September 21st     1pm - 4pm Mercy Trail-dedicated to music excellence. Delivering classic songs from the past as they were when the original artist brought them to us!

Local band sharing the music they love with tight harmonies, great covers, and original music.

Don't miss out on the FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Saturday, September 21st Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! ...

Music in the Mountains w/ Ron Gentry September 21st 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us at DuCard for live music by Ron Gentry! Influenced by the sounds of Motown, The Beatles, CCR, The Stones, Hendri...

Music in the Mountains w/Kristen Haze September 22nd 2 - 5 pm Spend Sunday afternoon at DuCard! Come on over to the winery and enjoy the music of Kirsten Haze. She plays a variety of folk,...

SWANSONG Sunday, September 22nd 1:30-4:30 pm Looking for a one-of-a-kind musical experience that will leave you breathless? Look no further than Swansong - the premier music duo based in Charlot...

Friday, September 27:   Book Club @ The Vineyard – This month’s book is Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice by David S. Tatel. We are so honored that Judge Tatel will be present at Book Club. Join us for a lively discussion!  

Sunday, September 29:   No Book Left Behind – A celebration of our freedom to read.