event guide

Join us for the first Friday Night Out of the 2026 season with music by Mirabelle & Matty. This amazing duo will entertain you with fabulous and fun sing-along tunes. Wine flights are half price a...

Friday, May 1 – Book World Meets Wine World – MK England - Join us at 6 pm as author MK England discusses several of their works. MK England grew up on the Space Coast of Florida, watching shu...

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge     Friday, May 1, 2026   7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musician...

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.    Saturday,  May 2nd Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to joi...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge   Saturday, May 2, 5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.  FREE Event!  A...

May 2 - South River Strings (6 - 9pm) - Bringing their own unique blend of rock, americana, and bluegrass; South River Strings always bring a hire energy, explosive performance which is sure to includ...

Madison Day  -  Saturday, May 2, 2026 6am - 3:30pm Being a neighbor means seeking out those in need and going out of your way to help them. Madison Day is an event in Madison, Virginia to help our...

Live Music - Meisha Herron    Saturday, May 2nd      5-8pm Meisha is bringing her talent to the Tasting and Tap Room!  Join us as she graces the stage with soulful melodies that will leave you captivated.

Music in the Mountains with Bailey Hayes   May 2 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Come on out to DuCard, sit by the stream, or in one of our other welcoming spaces, and enjoy the afternoon with music by loc...

Whether arriving as a knight, a fairy, a wandering bard, or simply a curious traveler, all are invited to enter the realms and take part in the magic. Event Details :  Virginia Fantasy Festi...

Sunday Brunch Plans? We’ve got you covered. Every Sunday 11am-4pm.

Music In The Mountains with Annie Stokes   May 3 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us for live music with Annie Stokes who hails from the NoVa/Shenandoah Valley Area. Annie is talented, not only with ...

Mother's Day at Early Mountain   DATE: May 7 - May 11 Treat Mom to the one thing she really wants this Mother’s Day: quality time… and a very good bottle of wine.     Chef Tim's Mothe...

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge    Friday, May 8, 2026   7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians...

Friday night out with The Lonesome Millies and half price wine flights!    May 8th @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Kick off the weekend with live music from The Lonesome Millies and half price wine flights....

Free Concert this Friday Night May 8th from 7-9pm Pratts Community Music Night proudly presents local (Culpeper) band Two Brothers, who play traditional gospel bluegrass music, as well as open mic n...

Guns, Ammo & A Tractor!   Saturday, May 9th   9:30 a.m.    Preview: Friday, 5/5    10 to 6 BIDDING IS OPEN NOW! This is a simulcast sale for the tractor and guns only which will sell...

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.    Saturday, May 9th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to join ...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge    Saturday, May 9th,     5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.  FREE E...

Second Saturday Music In The Mountains with Ron Gentry     May 9th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us as we open the 2026 Second Saturday season at DuCard with live music by Ron Gentry! Influenced by...

May 9 - Don’t Look Up (6 - 9pm) - Come grab a beer and hear some of your favorite rhythm and blues tunes with Don’t Look Up. Hailing from Staunton, DLU brings energy and musicality to the Bald Top...

Madison County High School   May 9, 2026   10:00 am - 3:00 pm Our website will be the reference point:  www.HeRestores.com We have two contacts for this show: Shelley Burnham, 540-445-173...

Second Saturday Music in the Mountains by Scuffletown May 9 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm We are kicking off the first Second Saturday of 2026 with rollicking great live music by Scuffletown. Choose yo...

Saturday, May 9 – Rosé, Rosé, All Day! – Taste rosés from six exceptional Virginia Wineries without leaving our tasting room! Join us for an exclusive all-day tasting event featuring carefully...

Saturday, May 9 – Pop-Up @ The Vineyard – Chocolatesville - Chocolatesville will join us from noon until 6 pm. Their delectable Belgian-style chocolate truffles are divine and make a special Moth...

Live Music - Becky Miller   Saturday, May 9th 5-8pm Excited to announce that Becky Miller will be returning to the Tasting and Tap Room stage! Get ready for an amazing night filled with your favo...

Mother's Day Brunch   Sunday, May 10th    11am - 2pm Treat Mom to delicious food, beautiful music, and a memorable experience! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon as harpist Theresa Klopp performs live ...

Treat Mom to a memorable Mother’s Day at Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery on Sunday, May 10th from 12–3 p.m. Enjoy a delicious buffet with ham, beef, chicken, vegetable lasagna, classic sides, ...

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet at The Farmhouse Restaurant located in the Main Lodge.   Sunday, May 10th, 2026    11:30 am - 2:30 pm MOTHER'S DAY BUFFET   $38 per person Children 6-14 years o...

Armchair Expedition- Rose – 12:00 pm    May 10 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm    $49 Back by popular demand, we will explore the wide world of rosé wines! Rosé is the herald of warm weather, a stapl...

Friday night out with Pat Anderson and half price wine flights! May 15th @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wine down your work week and kick off the weekend with a special evening at DuCard! Join us for 1/2...

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge   Friday, May 15, 2026   7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians....

Chick-fil-A is coming back to Cardinal Home Center in Madison this Friday, May 15 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and we’re excited to welcome them back. Food will be available while supplies last. Gue...

Music In The Mountains with Mike Proffitt    May 16th @ 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...

May 16 - Dara James and Soul Disciples (6 - 9pm) - The Soul Disciples will be ascending on Bald Top once again. With roots in blues and rock, expect power and precision with the Soul Disciples thick, ...

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.    Saturday, May 16th Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to join...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge   Saturday, May 16th, 5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.  FREE Event! ...

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of bluegrass as we welcome back the sensational Waterfalls Trio to the Tasting and Tap Room in 2025!

Sunday, May 17 – Sip & Learn – Honoring Our Heritage: the Madison County African American Historical Association – Join us at 5 pm as Dr. Mesha Jones, MCAAHA president, and Nancy Garnett Wi...

Beyond the Vineyards Wildlife Presentation by Wildlife Center of Virginia May 17 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join us on Sunday afternoon for an amazing experience with some animal neighbors of DuCard...

Music in the Mountains with Hokie Joe   May 17 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Keep the weekend going at DuCard Vineyards with regional favorite Hokie Joe. Joe is a talented blues guitarist who plays and ...

Aromas of Wine & Perfume: A Sensory Experience of Scent & Terroir Sunday, May 17th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm An Unforgettable Afternoon of Sensory Discovery The afternoon begins with an inti...

Preview - Tuesday, 5/19   10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Household, Antiques & Collectibles Auction   Wednesday, May 20th   9:30 a.m.  

Special Mid-Week Concert with the LADADAS at DuCard!   May 20 @ 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Please join us for a special concert, featuring the folk singing trio, The LADADAS, Wednesday, May 20th at DuC...

Friday, May 22 – Book Club @ The Vineyard – Join us at 6 pm as we discuss The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. The Vineyard opens at noon on Fridays, so drop in early for a glass of wine or verjus to sip on during the discussion.

Friday night out with Acoustic Aubrey!    May 22nd @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ease into the weekend with 1/2 price wine flights and live music from “Acoustic” Aubrey. Aubrey plays venues all over...

Friday Night Music & Open Mic Night at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodge' Main Lodge     Friday, May 22, 2026     7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musi...

Jazz & Jambalaya - DuCard's Third Annual Jazz Fest Saturday, May 23rd     12-9pm It is time for Jazz in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains with DuCard Vineyards’ Third Annual Jaz...

Saturday, May 23 – Mocktail Class – Ready to elevate your non-alcoholic drinks? If water and coffee aren't enough, we’ve got something fresh and fun for you! Join us for our Mocktail Class o...

Live Music - Way Too Longs    Saturday, May 23rd   5-8pm Get ready to groove as The Way 2 Longs make another triumphant return to The Tasting and Tap Room!  Join us for an electrifying night...

Join our FREE Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.    Saturday, May 23rd Come and learn about plants, people, the past and the present at Graves Mountain Farm and Lodges! All are welcome to join...

May 23 - Reckless Brigade (6 - 9pm) - It’s Spring, Memorial Day weekend and there’s no better way to spend the day in Appalachia than with Fredericksburg’s own bluegrass band, Reckless Brigade. ...

Saturday Night Live Musical Performance at Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges' Main Lodge     Saturday, May 23rd,   5-8pm Live Music at the Main Lodge by our talented local musicians.  FREE E...

Music In The Mountains with Ron Gentry    May 24th @ 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...

Monday, May 25 – Memorial Day – Yes, we are open for the holiday weekend. Join us from noon until 5 pm for a glass of wine as you enjoy the spectacular Virginia spring.

Music in the Mountains with Gina Sobel plus Grill and Chill   May 25th @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Grab a glass of your favorite DuCard wine this Memorial Day and settle in for an afternoon of entertai...

32nd Annual Graves Mountain Music Festival May 28, 29, & 30, 2026 LOCATION: Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges, 205 Graves Mountain Lane, Syria, Virginia--Madison County. THURSDAY, May 28...

Friday, May 29 – Sip Into Sunset with Chef Wes - Join us for Sip Into Sunset with Chef Wesley Ross. He's serving up serious snacks, including waffle fries & whipped ricotta and olive dip, to en...

May 30 - The Rivanna Band (6 - 9pm) - Rivanna is back at Bald Top. Bringing their own blend of originals, country and rock, the Rivanna Band covers a lot of ground and are sure to play many of your favorite tunes.