Coming into town early or extending your stay? Here are a few of our favorite ways to spend a day in Charlottesville.
* Denotes Reunions 2025 sponsor
- Barboursville Vineyard*
Enjoy wine from Barboursville Vineyard’s UVA Collection, which includes Lawn & Vine, a Viognier, and The Dome Room, a Cabernet Franc. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the University. Reunions guests are invited to join Barboursville Vineyard for wine tasting at the Alumni Association on Friday, May 30, from 3-5 p.m. - Charlottesville Albemarle Visitors Bureau*
There’s no better resource for exploring Charlottesville than the Charlottesville Albemarle Visitors Bureau’s website. From hiking to family-friendly activities to vineyard hopping and everything in between, start planning your trip now with the official travel site for Charlottesville and Albemarle County. - Class Rings from Balfour
Carry your memories of UVA for a lifetime with a custom-designed class ring. Visit Balfour representatives Friday, May 30–Sunday, June 1 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in the UVA Bookstore and outside Mincer’s on the Corner to see the rings in person, ask questions and be professionally sized. Visit balfour.com/virginia to customize your UVA ring today! - Devils Backbone Brewing Company*
You can visit the newly opened Devils Backbone Backyard on Main St. in Charlottesville, the Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub in Nelson County or enjoy one of their award-winning beers at the All-Comers Dinner on Friday night and/or at the band parties on Saturday night. - The Fralin Museum of Art
The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia encourages the spirit of curiosity and promotes diversity of thought through the study, care, and celebration of art. - Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection
The Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection is the only museum outside of Australia dedicated to the exhibition and study of Indigenous Australian art. - The Ridley*
Located within The Draftsman Boutique Hotel, The Ridley is Charlottesville’s destination for high-quality American fare, local beer and craft cocktails. The restaurant pays homage to Dr. Walter Ridley, the first Black student to graduate from UVA and receive a graduate degree from any major historically white public university in the South. The Ridley donates a portion of its proceeds to the Ridley Scholarship Program at the UVA Alumni Association. - The Rotunda
Jefferson modeled the Rotunda after the Pantheon, a second-century temple in Rome. Together with Monticello, the Academical Village is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. But…as a proud UVA graduate, you already knew that, right? - Shannon Library
UVA’s main library building underwent a major renovation from 2020-2024. The beautifully renovated building brings the library up to current standards of safety, accessibility, and service. Review their hours to make your plans to stop by and see what’s changed, or request a tour! - Southwest Mountains Vineyards*
Southwest Mountain Vineyards offers a portfolio of reds, whites and rose available for purchase. Reunions guests are invited to join Southwest Mountain Vineyards for wine tasting at the Alumni Association on Friday, May 30, from 3-5 p.m. - The UVA Bookstore*
The UVA Bookstore is your one stop shop for all things Wahoo. Pick up UVA Alumni merchandise, books from alumni authors, and more!
Additional Events
This webpage will be updated with additional events taking place on Grounds or in Charlottesville during Reunions. Know of other events taking place in town during Reunions? Email reunionsweekend@virginia.edu.