# Live Shows in Charlottesville | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Charlottesville — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Charlottesville are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Charlottesville that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Charlottesville show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Charlottesville

- **Event Name**: Gwar at Jefferson Theater-VA
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 27 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Oct 27 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/gwar-at-jefferson-theater-va/2400030022791037
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater-VA
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Fantasy Festival
  - **Description**: Step into a realm of magic and mischief this Halloween at Fantasy Fest, a celebration of imagination and creativity for all ages!

✨ Fantasy Fest Highlights:

Live performances & roaming fantasy characters

Magical vendors & artisans

Immersive ar
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 45
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/fantasy-festival/200030487986416
  - **Venue**: Ix Art Park
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Maria Bamford at Paramount Theater Charlottesville
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 11 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Nov 11 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/maria-bamford-at-paramount-theater-charlottesville/2400030537356607
  - **Venue**: Paramount Theater Charlottesville
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Goose at John Paul Jones Arena
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Nov 18 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/goose-at-john-paul-jones-arena/2400030242605922
  - **Venue**: John Paul Jones Arena
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, contests
- **Event Name**: Live Nation Presents: Please Don’t Destroy: LIVE
  - **Description**: Martin Herlihy, Ben Marshall, and John Higgins perform an hour of live sketch comedy.

About Please Don’t Destroy
The comedy group as seen on Saturday Night Live and the film, Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 14
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/live-nation-presents-please-dont-destroy-live/200030630392234
  - **Venue**: 215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902
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  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Disney Descendants, Zombies & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide at John Paul Jones Arena
  - **Date**: Mon Nov 16 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon Nov 16 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/disney-descendants-zombies-and-camp-rock-worlds-collide-at-john-paul-jones-arena/2400029852084155
  - **Venue**: John Paul Jones Arena
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  - **Categories**: magic-show
- **Event Name**: Paramount Presents: Shanghai Ballet—Giselle
  - **Description**: Shanghai Ballet returns to North America for the first time in more than five years with Giselle, one of the most beloved story ballets in the classical canon. Since its 1841 premiere, Giselle has captivated audiences around the world with its haunting ta
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 10 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/paramount-presents-shanghai-balletgiselle/200030676848901
  - **Venue**: 215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902
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  - **Categories**: art, storytelling
- **Event Name**: An Evening With GOOSE
  - **Description**: Goose is an American rock band celebrated for its genre-defying sound, adventurous live performances, and fiercely loyal fan community. Comprised of Rick Mitarotonda (vocals, guitar), Peter Anspach (vocals, keys, guitar), Trevor Weekz (bass), and Cotte
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Nov 18 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/an-evening-with-goose/80003593726413
  - **Venue**: John Paul Jones Arena
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Please Dont Destroy at Paramount Theater Charlottesville
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Nov 20 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/please-dont-destroy-at-paramount-theater-charlottesville/2400030641499004
  - **Venue**: Paramount Theater Charlottesville
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Botanical Fare's HALLOWEEN Drag Bingo (CVILLE)
  - **Description**: Botanical Fare's Drag Bingo night! But Halloween themed!  Seating & Doors start at 6:30PM, show at 7PM. Hosted by CAKE POP!About this EventOur bingo night is back back back back again after much demand - but make it H
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Oct 23 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/botanical-fares-halloween-drag-bingo-cville/100002002062024409
  - **Venue**: Botanical Plant-Based Fare
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  - **Price**: USD 18
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, performances
- **Event Name**: Paramount On Screen: Coco [PG]
  - **Description**: In Disney-Pixar’s vibrant tale of family, fun, and adventure, an aspiring young musician named Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) embarks on an extraordinary journey to the magical land of his ancestors. There, the charming trickster Héctor (voic
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 01 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/paramount-on-screen-coco-pg/200030676848857
  - **Venue**: 215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902
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  - **Categories**: music, trips-adventures, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Diwali with Prabir feat. Gina Sobel
  - **Description**: Happy Diwali!

Join Prabir and a star-studded cast of musicians to get a little taste of India on November 7th at The Front Porch. Virginia musician and musical adventurer, Prabir Mehta, will curate a night of music to explore ancient Indian raags through
  - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/diwali-with-prabir-feat-gina-sobel/200030737691153
  - **Venue**: 221 Water St E, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals
- **Event Name**: The Wood Brothers
  - **Date**: Wed Nov 11 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed Nov 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/the-wood-brothers/2300030572058655
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater - VA
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- **Event Name**: Thievery Corporation
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsThievery Corporation has 12 upcoming events.Note: This is a General Admission-Standing Room Only Event with Reserved Seating in the Balcony.Ticket LimitThere is a
  - **Date**: Wed Dec 16 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed Dec 16 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/thievery-corporation/210001090213333
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Bela Fleck
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsBéla Fleck has 6 upcoming events.
  - **Date**: Tue Dec 01 2026 at 08:00 pm – Tue Dec 01 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlottesville/bela-fleck/210002242568482
  - **Venue**: Paramount Theater - VA
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  - **Categories**: Music

## Trending Events in Charlottesville

- **Event Name**: Virginia Cavaliers vs. Duke Blue Devils (Date: TBD)
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Duke Blue Devils at Virginia Cavaliers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Scott Stadium
🏠 Address: 1815 Stadium Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
🌆 City: Charlottesville
📍 Location: 38.0311, -78.5137🎉 Welcome to Duke Blue Devils at Virginia Cavaliers Football, where the impossible becomes possible and d
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
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- **Event Name**: North Carolina Tar Heels at Virginia Cavaliers Football at Scott Stadium
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
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- **Event Name**: California Golden Bears at Virginia Cavaliers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Scott Stadium
🏠 Address: 1815 Stadium Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
🌆 City: Charlottesville
📍 Location: 38.0311, -78.5137🌟 Journey into wonder at California Golden Bears at Virginia Cavaliers Football, where extraordinary expe
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
- **Event Name**: Dan Tyminski Band at Jefferson Theater-VA
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater-VA
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- **Event Name**: Gasolina Halloween Party (18+)
  - **Description**: InformationThis event is 18 & over only. No exceptions.Nearby AttractionsGasolina Party has 11 upcoming events.Note: This is a General Admission standing room only event.
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater
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- **Event Name**: Virginia Cavaliers Football vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Football
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsUniversity of Virginia Cavaliers Football has 6 upcoming events.University of North Carolina Tar Heels Football has 7 upcoming events.
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Gwar at Jefferson Theater-VA
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Theater-VA
- **Event Name**: Virginia Cavaliers vs. California Golden Bears
  - **Venue**: Scott Stadium
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** Gwar at Jefferson Theater-VA (Tue Oct 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at Jefferson Theater-VA), Fantasy Festival (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 04:00 pm at Ix Art Park), Maria Bamford at Paramount Theater Charlottesville (Wed Nov 11 2026 at 07:00 pm at Paramount Theater Charlottesville), Goose at John Paul Jones Arena (Wed Nov 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at John Paul Jones Arena), Live Nation Presents: Please Don’t Destroy: LIVE (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 07:00 pm at 215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA, United States, Virginia 22902).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Charlottesville this weekend October 23–25, 2026?
  - **A:** Botanical Fare's HALLOWEEN Drag Bingo (CVILLE) (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 07:00 pm at Botanical Plant-Based Fare).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Charlottesville in October 2026?
  - **A:** Gwar at Jefferson Theater-VA (Tue Oct 27 2026 at 07:00 pm at Jefferson Theater-VA), Fantasy Festival (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 04:00 pm at Ix Art Park), Botanical Fare's HALLOWEEN Drag Bingo (CVILLE) (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 07:00 pm at Botanical Plant-Based Fare).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Charlottesville on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Charlottesville include Jefferson Theater-VA, Ix Art Park, Paramount Theater Charlottesville.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Charlottesville range from USD 18 to USD 18. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Charlottesville include Vivid Events, Ix Art Park, The Paramount Theater of Charlottesville.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Charlottesville?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Charlottesville.

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