Discover Downtown Charlottesville

Join us on Saturday, August 2nd to explore the Downtown Mall - win prizes for completing your passport.

Dine downtown during the summer 2025 edition of C-VILLE Restaurant Week!

It's that time of year again - Best Of C-VILLE voting is here and so many Downtown businesses are on the ballot. Take a few minutes and vote for your favorites today!

Charlottesville and Albemarle County families - and beyond! It’s spring break and if you’re choosing a staycation this time around, we know you’ll be looking for things to do with the kids. Fear not! Downtown Charlottesville has plenty of activities and ways for you to play hometown tourist for a few hours or all week long. Check out our itinerary suggestions to get the creative planning process underway.

As we approach the end of the year, we at Friends of Charlottesville Downtown are reflecting on all the incredible work we’ve been able to accomplish with your support.