Content Calendar

Use the CACVB content calendar to stay in-the-know about which events, activities, and opportunities we're promoting this month.

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While this list isn't exhaustive, it does provide a comprehensive overview of the major content themes and topics we will be highlighting throughout the year! We reference this content calendar for all CACVB promotional efforts across advertising, social media, or website, e-newsletters, media relations. and MORE! Aligning your business with our content calendar (where applicable), it provides a stronger, more unified destination-wide message.

February

Themes
Wellness (relaxation, healthy mental/physical activities, saunas & spas)
Food & Drink (unique dining, coffee shops, romantic wineries & restaurants, craft beverages, chocolate & sweet treats)
Indoor Things to Do (concerts, family-friendly activities, Valentine's activities, escape rooms, historic tours & exhibits)
Outdoor Winter Recreation (bird watching, prepping for foot races)
Scenic Winter Imagery (snow, sunsets)

Notable This Month
Black History Month
Marie Bette's Hot Chocolate Month
National Pizza Day | February 9th
Valentine's Day | February 14th
Great Backyard Bird Count | February 14th-17th
President's Day | February 17th

Blogs (Refreshed Annually)
Things to Do in February
Find Your Next Big Catch in Charlottesville
Top Romantic Wineries
Explore Charlottesville and Albemarle County's Black History

March

Themes
Wellness (relaxation, healthy mental/physical activities)
Food & Drink (outdoor dining options, seasonal menus, farm clubs, wine clubs)
Things to Do (concerts, escape rooms, family-friendly activities, March Madness viewings, historic tours & exhibits)
Outdoor Recreation (preview of water activities, fishing, spring hikes, golfing, bird watching)

Notable This Month
Women's History Month
Plan a Solo Vacation Day | March 1st
Mardi Gras | March 4th
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival | March 7th-9th
Pi Day (Pizza/Pie) | March 14th
Cville Puzzle Hunt | March 15th
St. Patrick's Day | March 17th
First Day of Spring | March 20th
Charlottesville Ten Miler | March 22nd
Festival of the Book | March 20th-23rd
National Women in Wine Day | March 25th
Take a Walk in the Park Day | March 30th

Blogs (Refreshed Annually)
*Top Pizza Spots*
Things to Do in March
The Ultimate Spring Bucket List
*Top Brunch Spots*
Meet these Women Winemakers in the Monticello AVA
Get Your Book Fix at the 30th Annual Virginia Festival of the Book
20+ Charlottesville Area Wineries to Discover on the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medal Trail

April

Themes
Food & Drink (farm-to-table dining, seasonal menus, patio dining, upscale foodie experiences, brunch, rooftop bars, wineries)
Things to Do (interactive farm tours, shopping, bookstores)
Sustainability (eco-friendly businesses, sustainable hotels/resorts/experiences, Amtrak travel)
Outdoor Recreation (river outfitters reopening, family-friendly outdoor activities, pet-friendly outdoor rec)

Blogs (Refreshed Annually)
Things to Do in April
Plan a Sustainable Trip to Charlottesville
Western Albemarle Scenic Tour | Visit Charlottesville
*A Runner’s Guide to Charlottesville*
*Dog-friendly Dining in Charlottesville*
*Top Restaurants Worth the Trip from D.C.*
Get the Whole Family Outdoors

May

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (hiking, biking routes, water activities, golf)
Food & Drink (outdoor dining, foodie experiences & tours, hotel restaurants, rooftop bars)
Things to Do (fruit/flower picking, arts festivals, live music, Downtown shopping & dining, midweek stays)

Blogs (Refreshed Annually)
Things to Do in May
Five Local Asian American and Pacific Islander-Owned Restaurants
How to Explore Charlottesville and Albemarle County on Two Wheels
7 of the Best Burger Restaurants
*A Bird Watchers Guide to the Charlottesville Area*

June

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (water sports, hiking, stargazing)
Food & Drink (wineries, craft beverages, to-go food (easy options for winery/hiking outings), farm-to-table menus)
Things to Do (live music, family-friendly happenings, LGBTQ+ happenings, festivals)

Notable This Month
Pride Month
Rivanna Roots Concert Series
UVA Alumni Reunions
National Doughnut Day | June 6th
National Trails Day | June 7th
Bourbon Day | June 14th
Father's Day | June 15th
Juneteenth Celebrations | June 16th
James River Batteau Festival | June 14th-21st (Scottsville 18th)
First Day of Summer | June 20th
Evan Almighty Release | June 22nd 2007
Fae Festival | June 28th-29th
Virginia Theatre Festival | June 27th - July 27th
Charlottesville Opera FestivALL
Maupintown Film Festival

Blogs (Updated Annually)
Things To Do in June
Plan a Paddling Adventure in Charlottesville
Pride Month Events and Happenings
Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth
9 LGBTQ+ Spaces to Visit
The Ultimate Summer Bucket List
5 Family-Friendly Wineries to Enjoy
Rosé Roundup: Four Rosés to Sip along the Monticello Wine Trail this Summer

July

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (swimming, water rec., beating the heat, family-friendly activities)
Food & Drink (winery events, ice cream, indoor options to stay cool, food tours)
Things to Do (flower & fruit picking, outdoor music, sunsets, indoor theater, art exhibits)

Notable this Month
Disability Pride Month
Independence Day | July 4th
National Pick Blueberries Day | July 10th
Ice Cream Month & Day | July 20th
National Wine & Cheese Day | July 25th
King Family Polo Matches
Chihamba AA Cultural Arts Festival
Charlottesville Restaurant Week

Blogs (Updated Annually)
Things to Do in July
10 Places to Enjoy National Ice Cream Month
5 Wines to Cool Down with in Charlottesville & Albemarle County this Summer

August

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (stargazing, late summer events, local trails, accessible outdoors, Top Adventure Town voting)
Food & Drink (craft beverages, food tours, rooftop dining & bars)
Things to Do (UVA football, fruit picking, live music, sunsets, family-friendly tours)

Notable This Month
Virginia Craft Beer Month
Albemarle County Fair
Book Lovers Day | August 9th
Thrift Shop Day | August 17th
World Photography Day | August 19th
National Dog Day | August 26th
Starry Nights at Veritas Winery
Soul of Cville | August 12th-17th
Eastwood Crab Feast
Night Sky Festival (Shenandoah National Park)

Blogs (Updated Annually)
9 Delicious Craft Beers
Loop de'Ville Festival
Things to Do in August
Award-Winning Wine & Culinary Delights
*Antiquing vs. Boutique-ing*

September

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (final days of summer, fall foliage, firepits, local trails, hiking)
Scenic Fall Imagery (fall foliage, sunsets)
Food & Drink (distilleries, heated patios, rooftop bars, coffee shops, scenic wineries, local ingredients)
Things to Do (fruit picking, live music, family-friendly activities, arts and crafts, antiquing)

Notable This Month
Virginia Spirits Month
Loop deVille
Cville Pride
Cville VegFest | September 14th
Sabroso Festival
Foxfield Fall Races
Zinc Vintage Market
Oktoberfest | September 20th-October 5th
Hispanic Heritage Month | September 15th-October 15th
First Day of Fall | September 22nd
Shenandoah National Park Art in the Park
National Cup of Coffee Day | September 29th
Hot Mulled Cider Day | September 30th
Cville Taco Week

Blogs (Updated Annually)
Things to Do in September
Festive Fall Treats in Charlottesville
Ultimate Fall Bucket List
12 Charlottesville-Area Coffee Shops

October

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (fall foliage, hiking, camping, stargazing, running, biking, scenic drives)
Food & Drink (cozy & scenic wineries, fall flavors, winery/cidery/distillery tours, cozy cafes, breweries, classic southern comfort food, brunch, seasonal menus)
Things to Do (historic tours, festivals, pumpkin picking, family-friendly fall activities, fruit picking, arts and crafts, unique experiences, apple harvest celebrations)

Blogs (Updated Annually)
Unique Wine Adventures
Enjoy Fall Foliage
4 Places for Pumpkin Picking
Things to Do in October
15 Family-Friendly Fall Experiences
Halloween Activities
Reasons to Attend VA Film Festival

November

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (fall foliage, hiking, cycling, spas/wellness)
Food & Drink (local wines and ciders, heated outdoor dining, cozy wineries, comfort foods, creative cocktails)
Things to Do (family-friendly indoor activities, seasonal outdoor activities, shopping local, holiday markets)

Blogs (Updated Annually)
*Places to Enjoy Virginia Oyster Month*
Best Cideries
Things to Do in November
French Flair in C'ville
Heated Outdoor Patio Dining | Visit Charlottesville
*8 Tips to Shop Like a Local*
*What's New 2026*

December

Themes
Outdoor Recreation (holiday lights, wellness activities, winter hiking)
Food & Drinks (cozy indoor dining, heated outdoor spaces, firepits, hidden gems, cozy wineries, prix fixe menus, festive bars, cidery wassails)
Things to Do (festive events, pop-up bars, family-friendly indoor activities, intimate experiences, shopping, classes & workshops, historic holiday tours)

Notable This Month
Magic on the Mall
Veritas Illuminated
Winter Wander at Boar's Head
Grand Illumination
UVA Lighting of the Lawn
Crozet Winter Brews Festival
First Day of Winter | December 21st
Christmas | December 25th
New Year's Eve | December 31st

Blogs
Winter Wander
*Perfect Winter Escape*
Red Hot Winter Wines
10 Reasons to Visit in the Winter
10 Cozy Charlottesville Area Wineries
New Year White Wines

January

Themes
Wellness (relaxation, healthy mental/physical activities)
Food & Drink (Restaurant Week, local ingredients, NA drinks, coffee shops, bakeries, cozy wineries)
Things to Do (concerts, escape rooms, bookstores, IX Farmers Market)
Scenic Winter Imagery (snow, sunsets)
Outdoor Winter Recreation (hiking, bird watching)

Notable This Month
National Bagel Day | January 15th
MLK Day
Lunar New Year
National 'Plan for Vacation' Day
National Puzzle Day
National Croissant Day

Blogs (Refreshed Annually)
Things to Do in January
5 Ways to Enjoy Winter Recreation
10 Cozy Charlottesville Area Wineries
Top Romantic Restaurants
*Best Vegetarian & Vegan Spots*