# Event Details - **Event Name**: Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to celebrate the end of an era with your fellow graduates during Graduation Weekend - it's time to party!About this EventGraduation Weekend Dinner at The Birdcage (part of Mockingbird Restaurant)Celebrate UVA Graduation Weekend with a dinner at The Birdcage, our outdoor dining space adjacent to Mockingbird in the Belmont neighborhood. This experience is designed for families and groups who want great food, plenty of space, and a festive evening without the stress of traditional restaurant reservations.This is a ticketed, all-inclusive dinner experience, not standard restaurant seating.What Your Ticket IncludesEach ticket includes:Access to a hosted buffet dinner on The BirdcageA curated graduation weekend menu by The Local CateringFamily-style desserts served to the tableDedicated event staff, buffet setup, and full service dining throughout the eveningTicket price reflects food, service, gratuity, and event production.Beverages are additional.Dinner Menu HighlightsGuests will enjoy a generous buffet featuring:EntréesRed wine–braised local beef short ribs with pearl onions and carrotsVirginia chicken with honey and rosemary glazeSeasonal squash stuffed with quinoa, dried cherries, almonds, goat cheese, and tomato sauceSeasonal vegetable pasta in a white wine cream sauceSides & SaladsThe Local Seasonal Salad with Virginia Vinegar Works vinaigretteClassic Caesar saladRoasted fingerling potatoes with garlic and herbsGreen beans with garlic and olive oilDessert (Family-Style)Lemon barsBrowniesAssorted cookiesMenu details are subject to seasonal adjustments but will follow this structureBeverage Options (Add-On)Wine service available for purchase (2 glasses for $25)Optional bottle of bubbly available per table for celebrations, additional wine will also be available.Beverages are not included in the ticket price and will be offered on-site.Timing & FlowThis ticket is valid for the full dinner window listed on EventbriteEach party will be seated at their own dedicated table. If you’d like to be seated near or with other friends or family members who have also purchased tickets, please email us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate those requests.Important Notes Before PurchasingTickets are per person and required for all guestsThis is a non-refundable event after April 15th due to advance staffing and food commitmentsThis experience takes place outdoors on The Birdcage (weather-appropriate accommodations will be in place as needed)Our events team will reach out to all ticket holders closer to the event to collect dietary restrictions and seating requests.Questions?If you are deciding between Birdcage and our restaurant dining options, or have questions before purchasing, please contact our events team at catering@thelocal-cville.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/481e1530-f66b-11f0-a7b3-9f39d05c56dc-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf0edf1-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/4843c5a0-f66b-11f0-a7b3-9f39d05c56dc-rimg-w1110-h740-dc46322e-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/48747290-f66b-11f0-8e5b-4f7938ae4880-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf0edf1-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/489a7120-f66b-11f0-a7b3-9f39d05c56dc-rimg-w1110-h740-dcd7c4bd-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/graduation-weekend-|-8-00pm-seating/100001981016804590 - **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 108.55, max: 135.23, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlottesville - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Birdcage - **lat**: 38.0259633 - **long**: -78.4813221 - **full address**: The Birdcage, 421 Monticello Road, Charlottesville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9135d8ca98e563c342524f3a1dca80aedb4447f46a8530235f1f31cc77132ac7-rimg-w1200-h675-dcebeeec-gmir.jpg?v=1768960117 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING being held? - **A:** Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Birdcage, 421 Monticello Road, Charlottesville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING? - **A:** Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING is organized by The Local Catering and Stay Charlottesville. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Graduation Weekend | 8:00PM SEATING is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlottesville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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