In true Southern summer fashion, it was a gorgeous and very hot morning for the Chiles Pancake 5K Race—a fundraiser benefiting Western Albemarle Rescue Squad—on Saturday, September 10. The heat didn't impact the festive …
Our Thursday Evening Sunset Series has become a Charlottesville summer tradition! This year's musical lineup is amazing. Check out the complete series schedule on Thursday Evening Sunsets Series page or view individual events …
The Virginia Film Festival takes to the outdoors again to present a series of free screenings at Carter Mountain Orchard, sponsored by Bold Rock Hard Cider. Join us on the mountain for “Moonlight …
Spring came early, and one thing farmers do is listen to Mother Nature. So, we are open! It’s not quite pick-your-own peach season (see our fruit availability schedule) but there’s still plenty to do …
Whether you are celebrating the holiday with young children or a house full of grownups, Easter Saturday on the mountain has something for everyone. 1. Join Kids Easter Egg Hunts Decorate your own Easter egg …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join in the merrymaking at these upcoming festive holiday events. Breakfast with Santa: December 5 What’s better than a homemade pancake breakfast with fresh fruit? A pancake breakfast …
Carter Mountain Orchard hosted it's first ever Halloween "party" on Saturday with a a costume parade, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving contest, costume contest, hayrides, apple picking, and workshops on making caramel apples. "With Halloween being on …
It was a little soggy, but our annual Fall into Fun Festival this past weekend brought in plenty of smiles and creativity, not to mention FRESH apple butter! The event may be over but …
Our 1st Annual Mountaintop "Thrill of the Grill" BBQ Challenge was on August 15th. See this story about our champion! …
Stay Local, Play Local at Carter Mountain Carter Mountain is your summer "staycation" destination! Pick Your Own Fruit Come pick your own fruit and enjoy a view that goes on for miles. Our tree-ripened peaches are …
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