Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Charlottesville

Deanna G. • September 3, 2011this may just be my new favorite venue.

Ashley J. • November 6, 2011For movies, definitely sit in the front row of the balcony! Best seats in the house

Emanuela S. • July 29, 2016Beautiful place and a lot of history here. You can have a great visit and a snack at bar. In the shop you can find a lot of choice and products from the region.

Ashley J. • November 23, 2015Surprisingly good, reasonably priced food and a huge beer list. Best feature? Reserved seats!

Rahul G. • June 13, 2015Just show up for a show - the less you know the better. The last few bands I've seen have been on a whim and they were incredible

Nicole • July 13, 2014Genuinely enjoyed this venue for a concert. Very friendly staff and the beverage selection was quite nice.

Evan V. • March 5, 2016Lots of great things. It is mostly geared towards younger children and especially young toddlers.

Betty B. • August 16, 2011visiting McGuffey is a must for art lovers. Stop by on First Friday from 5 - 8 p.m. to see each month's new show.

John B. • March 17, 2013Beautiful venue

Neal M. • May 7, 2013Great selection of indie comics and art. Super friendly staff.

HISTORY • August 9, 2010The Thomas H. Bayly Memorial Building opened as a museum in 1935. It houses important works of art, including 17th century French & Flemish tapestries. Closed during WWII but reopened in 1946.

Mia S. • March 27, 2023Love the boozy shakes, especially the Grasshopper. Handicap-accessible seats are available. Very kind service as well. The movies are very loud though, so bring earplugs if you are sensitive to that.

Sesha C. • January 11, 2014this is a new feather to the crown of City of Charlottesville. nice and pricey indeed!

NASA • June 21, 2012Check out Public Nights! They include observing with all of the telescopes (weather permitting), audio-visual presentations, museum exhibits, and tours of the Observatory.