Amherst is a community arts center and event space. It is a hub for the arts, small businesses, and community groups.. The facility can be leased for community events, musical performances, parties, weddings, and more. The old Amherst Baptist Church was the home of that church's congregation until 2005. Its sanctuary was constructed in 1882, making it the second oldest religious structure still standing in the Town of Amherst. Starting in 2012, a grassroots group took the initiative to save a historic structure in the heart of Amherst, VA, and to re-purpose it as a creative community center. Located in the middle of a vibrant village, the goal was to provide a gathering place for events. The class architecture and details of this circa 1880s historic building is sure to compliment any theme. The antique checkerboard flooring adds a touch of eclectic flair. The building also features two separate dressing/staging areas as well as a full catering kitchen.

Imagine the delightful versatility of hosting events in our cozy coffee shops, where every sip of freshly brewed coffee is accompanied by the warmth of community. Nestled in the heart of the city, our first location exudes a trendy urban vibe, perfect for intimate gatherings, book clubs, or even art exhibitions. Mudhouse Specialty Coffee Roasters have been in the specialty coffee industry for over 30 years. John and Lynelle, our owners started out on a bicycle cart and grew their dream to what is now 5 locations (Charlottesville, and Crozet, VA as well as Charleston, SC) and an experimental coffee farm in Volcan Baru, Panama. Our 10th St location is our modern gem that has an 'at home' feel.

Host your next event in Charlottesville’s most unique event space, The Brick Cellar. Centrally located in downtown, our open-concept floor plan has 6,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space with natural light and connectivity to the vibrant food hall, the Dairy Market. The contemporary event spaces include: The Colthurst Gallery – a dedicated bar and pre-function area featuring local artists. The Elliott – an intimate event space, perfect for smaller dinners and social functions. Can also be combined with The Registry for expanded seating. The Registry – a larger event space, for special events and receptions. Designed with you in mind, this community gathering place is the perfect backdrop for your next board meeting, corporate training, or social event. For more information or to schedule your in-person or virtual tour with our sales team, complete the form below.

Kardinal Hall is a modern take on an Alpine-inspired beer hall & garden. Centrally located in the historic art-deco Coca-Cola building built in 1939, the repurposed warehouse and bottling plant is situated in Charlottesville’s Midtown area between Downtown and UVA. We boast a large patio with an outdoor bar, classic German Biergarten tables, and two professional-level bocce courts. Enjoy the rustic-modern elements of our spacious Main Hall, sprawling indoor bar, and private back room. A perfect location for your urban wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and everything in between!

The Space Downtown was created in late 2010 by owners of chefs Tim Burgess and Vincent Derquenne. The two have been partners since 1991, creating their first restaurant Metropolitain which operated in the same location as Space. It closed in 2003 and the chef pair sold the restaurant but remained owners of the building. In early 2010, the location became vacant and the two decided to open for private parties only. In addition to the Space Downtown, the pair operate Bizou and Bang restaurants, all three close in vicinity to one another.

Opened in early 2013, Old Metropolitan Hall is a beautifully restored historic event and wedding venue in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia. We’ve created an elegant, private event space designed to provide you with a polished setting for your special occasion or business event. We work with Charlottesville caterers and event vendors to bring your social and corporate events to life! Our ballroom, bar cellar, and seasonal outdoor patio are the perfect spaces for your cocktail party, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner or private party.

As our primary event space in Charlottesville, Vinegar Hall is a modern, curated gallery of art and inspiration—designed to make your wedding, rehearsal dinner, or private event unique and unforgettable. We offer all-inclusive packages that take advantage of our multiple in-house services and staff. Every detail is included and arranged, saving you time and money. Originally built in 1913 as the Mentor Lodge social club, Common House was restored and rebuilt with a sense of modern elegance to serve the stylish community of today.

The Wool Factory is a historic wedding venue that is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The industrial design of this building has been preserved, providing a breathtaking, clean, and elegant aesthetic. This stunning venue was born from The Historic Woolen Mills, a 19th-century textile mill located just one mile from Downtown Charlottesville. The structure is home to an open and airy event space, a craft microbrewery, an artisan-style restaurant, and both a coffee and wine shop. This premier venue is the culmination of efforts from talented visionaries that see limitless potential in the reinventing of spaces. This beautiful venue offers in-house catering overseen by Executive Chef Tucker Yoder. While being nestled by The Rivanna Trail, this venue offers modern amenities such as on-site parking for up to 300 individuals, accessible restrooms, and insulated spaces.

Longacre boasts over 2 acres of boxwood and garden spaces to create a beautiful outdoor and English Garden wedding scene. We have several locations within the grounds for receptions and ceremonies to accommodate 25 to 150 guests. The Gazebo works as both a great wedding arch with the fountain area perfect for reception gathering of a Tudor house backdrop to your ceremony. Grounds can be rented for the day or the entire weekend, including the entire house and Carriage House for your caterer and wedding ready space. Make your wedding day the most unique and individually designed as you have dreamed. All catering services must be contracted through a third party. We can help you with tent and equipment rentals.