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Thursday Evening Sunset Series
It’s the high note of your week!
April 18–September 26, 2024
6 PM–9 PM
Join us for live music, food trucks, Carter Mountain Wine, Bold Rock Hard Cider, and the best view of a sunset from anywhere around! Bring lawn chairs and blankets, or come early for a picnic table on our terrace or decks.
Visitors can now reserve Sunsets Season Passes! If you’re a Thursday Evening Sunset Series regular and want to make this fun-filled event a weekly tradition, this new deal is for you! (Pick a date to load ticket options on the ticketing page)
2024 Season Lineup
April 18, 2024
Music: Ramona & The Holy Smokes — Charlottesville-based Honky Tonk band whose original country music recalls classic country from the 1950s and 60s
Food Trucks: Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill, Khadija’s Kitchen, and Vision BBQ
April 25, 2024
Music: The Root Cellar Remedy — “Bonfire Rock,” rooted in an ever-evolving hybrid of rock, folk, blues, alternative & outlaw country
Food Trucks: Popito’s Pizza, Arepas on Wheels, and Raclette on the Run
May 2, 2024
Music: Los Alacranes de RVA — Bringing the Rock and Roll in English and Español with originals and covers inspired by Los Lobos, The Mavericks, and Tito & Tarantula
Food Trucks: Sweet Jane’s Kitchen, Blue Ridge Pizza, and Farmacy
May 9, 2024
Music: Ian Gilliam & The Fire Kings — Taking audiences on a trip through Rock and Roll, country, rockabilly, and Americana
Food Trucks: Good Waffles & Co., Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill, and Khadija’s Kitchen
May 16, 2024
Music: The Wavelength Band — Playing vintage rock, blues, and original tunes
Food Trucks: Vision BBQ, Arepas on Wheels, and Popito’s Pizza
May 23, 2024
Music: South River Strings — A four-piece bluegrass, country, new grass band bringing the full Appalachia experience
Food Trucks: Raclette on the Run and Sweet Jane’s Kitchen
May 30, 2024
Music: The Farmhouse Blues Band — Playing a timeless blend of American blues and rock
Food Trucks: Farmacy and Good Waffles & Co.
June 6, 2024
Music: Kurt Crandall & True Story — Blending Chicago blues, West Coast swing, and Kansas City jump
Food Trucks: Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill and Vision BBQ
June 13, 2024
Music: The Gladstones — Playing straight, old school Rock ‘n’ Roll of every variety ranging from Johnny Cash to The Clash, from Rolling Stones to Grateful Dead
Food Trucks: Popito’s Pizza and Sweet Jane’s Kitchen
June 20, 2024
Music: Eddy & The JackWagons — Originals and fan favorites that’ll have you keeping the beat and singing along
Food Trucks: Blue Ridge Pizza and Raclette on the Run
June 27, 2024
Music: The Invasion Band — An energetic British-invasion tribute band specializing in British rock and roll from the 1960s and 1970s.
Food Trucks: Farmacy and Good Waffles & Co.
July 4, 2024
Join us for our annual Happy Birthday America celebration!
July 11, 2024
Music: Josh Mayo & The House Sauce — Masterful originals and covers
Food Trucks: Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill and Raclette on the Run
July 18, 2024
Music: The Deja Vu Band
Food Trucks: Blue Ridge Pizza and Farmacy
July 25, 2024
Music: The Unsuitables — Playing Rock and Roll with a twist of Funk and Soul
Food Truck: Sweet Jane’s Kitchen
August 1, 2024
Music: Tara Mills Band — Original Blue Ridge Mountain folk with inspiration from the rich musical traditions tied to them
Food Trucks: Arepas on Wheels and Good Waffles & Co.
August 8, 2024
CANCELLED DUE TO HURRICANE DEBBY
Music: The Boomerangs — Playing rock music that spans multiple generations with tight harmonies and rich leads
Food Trucks: Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill and Popito’s Pizza
August 15, 2024
Music: Mayday — Mayday is a pop-rock band from Cville and Richmond featuring four-part harmonies, trumpet solos, and original music by frontman Theocles.
Food Trucks: Raclette on the Run and Blue Ridge Pizza
August 22, 2024
Music: James 3 Band — Enjoy an evening of Country, Rockabilly, and blues!
Food Trucks: Sweet Jane’s Kitchen, Vision BBQ and Good Waffles & Co.
August 29, 2024
Music: Boxed Lunch — A Charlottesville-based indie rock/folk band led by the songwriting duo of Justin Storer and Joel Streeter. Known for their killer vocal harmonies and catchy songs, Boxed Lunch recalls classic ’70s bands like Fleetwood Mac.
Food Trucks: Farmacy, Vision BBQ, and Raclette on the Run
September 5, 2024
Music: Small Town Rodeo — A traditional string band wrangling a perfect mix of bluegrass, outlaw country, classic rock, Americana, and newer roots music
Food Trucks: Vision BBQ, Arepas on Wheels, and Blue Ridge Pizza
September 12, 2024
Music: The Root Cellar Remedy — “Bonfire Rock,” rooted in an ever-evolving hybrid of rock, folk, blues, alternative & outlaw country
Food Trucks: Two Brother’s Southwestern Grill, Raclette on the Run, and Popito’s Pizza
September 19, 2024
Music: Ken Farmer & The Authenticators — Fresh originals and vintage covers rooted in classic blues, country, and rock
Food Trucks: Raclette on the Run, Popito’s Pizza, and Sweet Jane’s Kitchen
September 26, 2024
Music: Don’t Look Up — Music in many styles, including traditional Chicago and Delta blues with a touch of vintage rock & roll
Food Trucks: Farmacy, Arepas on Wheels, and Vision BBQ