Resources
Visitors who travel to our area are seeking places to eat, stay, take part in attractions, and find fun things to do. We want to make sure visitors know about your business as they plan their trip.
What We Offer Businesses
All businesses located within Charlottesville and Albemarle County that serve visitors are welcome to register with us and set up a free listing on our website. Existing listings can be edited through our Partner Portal.
Explore the additional resources below to see the ways our team supports local businesses in the tourism and hospitality industry.
Mobile Visitor Center
Our travel specialists bring our two Mobile Visitor Centers (MVCs) to various spots in the community on a set weekly schedule. The MVCs are also available to book for special events.
In the past, our MVCs have served visitors at events like UVA Tailgates, Winter Wander at the Boar's Head Resort, and the Grand Illumination on the Downtown Mall. Email info@visitcharlottesville.org to inquire about booking.
Advertise With Us
Ad space is available to purchase on targeted pages across our website. These ads appear on pages such as Places to Stay or Things to Do and are different from the free listings all business are welcome to set up. You are also welcome to sponsor blog content.
Learn more about advertising opportunities here.
Event Calendar
We proudly partner with SceneThink to curate and post events to our calendar. Submissions are reviewed twice a week and will appear on the website calendar within a day after approval.
Please note that while most submissions are approved, not every submission is. In order to have your event approved, it needs to take place within Albemarle County or the City of Charlottesville and be of interest to a visitor.
Grant Funding & Sponsorships
If you are looking for funding assistance to support initiatives and projects, the Destination Development team can help connect you to upcoming opportunities.
We focus on experiences that appeal to the visitor. Generally, these experiences attract individuals from 50+ miles away and generate overnight visitation. Below are a few organizations that offer reoccurring funding opportunities.
- American Trails
- Charlottesville Area Community Foundation
- Dominion Energy ArtStars
- Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation
- New Belgium Brewery—Bicycle Advocacy
- Together Outdoors
- Virginia Commission for the Arts
- Virginia Humanities
- Virginia Tourism Corporation
- Virginia Museum of History & Culture
- Virginia Outdoors Foundation
- UVA Arts Council
Need help with an application? Speak with one of our Destination Development Managers directly for support.
Group Sales
Charlottesville and Albemarle County is a popular destination for group tours including students, retirees, reunions, work retreats, and more.
If your business is interested in opportunities to host meetings or groups, email our Sales Manager Teresa Lamb at tlamb@albemarle.org. If you are planning a large group event in the area, you can submit a Request for Proposal for your event needs.
Marketing
Take a look at our high-level content calendar to see what we're promoting this season.
We can support your business with traditional media outreach, advertising, and by featuring you on our website and social media channels. Please reach out to the following team members to schedule a call or receive more information.
Social Media & Website
Linnea Bennett, Social Media & Content Manager, lbennett2@albemarle.org
Traditional Media & Advertising
Brantley Ussery, Director of Marketing, bussery@albemarle.org
Job Fairs
Are you looking to hire? We work with local schools and educational organizations to expose students to careers in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Our K-12 workforce programming includes exploration days and fieldtrips, school presentations, and job fairs. To get involved in this work or participate in an upcoming job fair, contact development@visitcharlottesville.org.
Maps, Brochures, and Visitor Guides
We can help you supply your guests or patrons with local maps, brochures, and Visitor Guides. Complete our Bulk Order Form and one of our Travel Specialists will assemble what you need. Orders can be shipped to you or picked up at the CACVB office.
Research
Learn more about tourism research in Charlottesville and Albemarle County including the economic impact of tourism, hotel occupancy rates, DEI initiaves, and more.