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Resource Guide for Member Businesses


2024 Marketing Calendar


Seasonal Sign-Up Opportunities (October 18th Deadline):

Sponsor the 2024 Downtown Holiday Lights 

Become an All-Star Member (annual giving at $500 or above) by October 18th and be listed a sponsor on all signage, marketing material and press packets for Magic on the Mall and the new holiday lights. 

Sponsor the 2025 Downtown Express 

The Downtown Express has three sponsorship spots left for 2025! 

  • Advertising panels start at $2,500.
  • The Downtown Express has 400 riders per week.
  • Current 2025 sponsors include: Ting Internet, S & P Global, Woodard Properties and Charlottesville Area Transit Center (CAT). 

Martha's Market

Sign up to participate in the 31st Annual Martha’s Market on Saturday, November 9th! 

Doggie Howl-o-ween 2024

Sign up to be a stop on the trick or treat trail for Doggie Howl-o-ween this October!

Elves in Cville 2024

Sign up to express your interest in hosting an elf this holiday season!

Peppermint Trail 2024

Sign up to express your interest in taking part in the Peppermint Trail this holiday season!  

Best in Snow Winter Window Competition

Sign up to decorate your storefront and enter a festive face off for the title of best holiday windows! 


Year-Round Sign-Up Opportunities: 

Friends of Cville Newsletter 

Make sure you’re signed up for the Friends of Cville newsletter and the Friends of Cville business newsletter to stay up to date!

NBC 29 Community Conversations 

Promote your business on our standing NBC 29 Community Conversation spot!

Support Downtown at City Council 

Share your Downtown story or just join Friends of Cville in support of Downtown. 

Security Camera Interest

These cameras are being rolled out slowly and we may not be able to accommodate all requests. 

Friends of Cville Events Calendar 

Add your events and get the word out!


Business Resources

OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

610 E Market Street, Room B226 - Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 970-3110

The Charlottesville Office of Economic Development is the city's economic development organization --supporting entrepreneurs and existing Charlottesville companies, as well as encouraging companies to relocate to the Charlottesville area.

CHARLOTTESVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

209 Fifth Street N.E. - Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 295-3141

The Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization dedicated to maintaining a healthy and balanced business climate. It is the leading advocate for small businesses on public policy issues, as well as a forum for networking, education, and promotion.


Business Assistance 

Trespass Notification Form