Skip to content

Events Calendar

Skip in page navigation

Events Calendar

From guided tours and living history programs to lectures and family-friendly activities, there's always something happening at Monticello. Browse our calendar below to find upcoming events and plan your visit.

Featured Events: Civic Season

All Events

1–10 of 26

  • Image of James Traub sitting on a couch

    James Traub on “The Cradle of Citizenship”

    James Traub discusses his book, “The Cradle of Citizenship: How Schools Can Help Save Our Democracy.”
  • Commemorative quarter with Thomas Jefferson silhouette

    US Mint at Monticello: Celebrating the Declaration Coin

    Join Monticello and the United States Mint for a celebration of the new Declaration of Independence Semiquincentennial Coin, commemorating 250 years since the signing of Jefferson’s Declaration in 1776.
  • A couple on a row boat

    Monticello at the James River Batteau Festival's Scottsville Celebration

    Join Monticello at the James River Batteau Festival's Scottsville Celebration
  • Edith Hern Fossett artwork by Jabari Jefferson

    Artist Talk with Jabari Jefferson on "Who Is Edith Hern Fossett?"

    Join us for an engaging conversation with artist Jabari Jefferson as he discusses his latest work, “Who Is Edith Hern Fossett?”
    Non-Members $15 | Members $10
  • People gathered at Jefferson Vineyards picnic area

    Trivia Night at Jefferson Vineyards

    Gather your team and bring your curiosity to Jefferson Vineyards for a lively evening of history, wine, and friendly competition.
    Free
  • Image closeup of a table with dried flowers in baskets.

    Monticello at the Market Central Farmers Market

    Come see Monticello at the Market Central Farmers Market.
  • A boy is using the print shop to make his own printing of the declaration of independence.

    Declaration of Independence Print Shop

    Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by printing your own Declaration at Monticello.
    Included with Every Ticket
  • A person holding an array of feast of reason cards.

    Feast of Reason: Charlottesville Restaurant Day

    Join us for a first of its kind, city-wide dinner event.
    Pricing varies at participating restaurants
  • An aerial view of Montalto Mountain in the summertime.

    1.776 Montalto Challenge

    Join us for the Montalto Challenge, a 1.776 mile race up Jefferson's high mountain with spectacular views of Charlottesville and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
    $55
  • Drafting the Declaration with Thomas Jefferson

    Join Thomas Jefferson, as portrayed by historical interpreter Bill Barker, as he takes you back to the turbulent times of America’s founding.
    Included with Admission

Next page in
Events & Exhibits

America Turns 250 at Monticello