Calendar

Jun
18
Tue
Closing @ 5pm for a private event
Jun 18 @ 5:00 pm

The tasting room, conservatory, and grounds will close promptly at 5 pm for a private event Saturday, June 18th.

Jun
21
Fri
Cleidsner with Sweet Jane’s Kitchen Crab Cakes
Jun 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Cleidsner with Sweet Jane's Kitchen Crab Cakes

We are thrilled to announce the return of Cleidsner to our slice of paradise here in Free Union! Featuring a trio of C’Ville’s finest musicians – Rusty Speidel (guitar and vocals), Paul Rosner (drums), and Michael Clem (bass and vocals). They’ll fill our tropical space with their awesome Folk and Americana sounds, along with MC’s unrivaled wit and charm. Friday, June 21st, from 6 to 8:30pm. Open to all. No cover.

Learn more about Cleidsner Bell via M. C.’s website – https://michaelclem.com/cleidsner-bell/

Sweet Jane’s Kitchen will be onsite offering their incredibly delicious Maryland style Crab Cake Sandwiches. https://www.ilovesweetjaneskitchen.com/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jun
22
Sat
The Pollocks
Jun 22 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Pollocks

*Please note, due to a private event the music times are earlier and we will be closing at 5pm.*

It’s going to be a fantastic afternoon when The Pollocks return to our tropical oasis. They’ll have everyone rocking the afternoon away to their awesome acoustic sounds! Saturday, June 22nd, from 1 to 4pm. Open to all. No cover.

For more about this super talented group visit their website at http://thepollocksmusic.com/

….and keep up with their daily activities via their Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/thepollocksmusic

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times. 

Jun
23
Sun
Gary Green and Justin Storer
Jun 23 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Gary Green and Justin Storer

Harmonica wizard Gary Green and brilliant songwriter/folk musician Justin Storer join forces to entertain all at our tropical oasis here in Free Union. Sunday, June 23rd, from 2 to 5pm. Open to all; no cover!

Learn more about Gary Green and his phenomenal harmonica music at his website – http://garygreenharmonica.com/

…and keep up with his happenings via Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/garygreenharmonica

Learn more and keep up with the awesome Justin Storer through his band The Working Effective’s Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/theworkingeffective/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jun
28
Fri
Chickenhead Blues Band with Two Brothers Southwestern Grill
Jun 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Chickenhead Blues Band with Two Brothers Southwestern Grill

Jump start your weekend with the sensational “New Orleans boogie-woogie, upbeat, rhythm and blues” sounds of our 4th Friday resident band – the CHICKENHEAD BLUES BAND. Performing live inside our tropical oasis, the glass house conservatory! Friday, June 28th, from 6 to 8:30pm. No cover. Open to all.

Bio:
Chickenhead Blues Band’s history begins in 1999 with weekly legendary Thursday evening shows playing blues tunes at Durty nelly’s pub. A few personnel changes led to the more fusion influenced repertoire presented now. You will hear a taste of New Orleans, Jazz Crusaders, Tom Scott and LA Express, Jimi Hendrix mixed, in with some original songs, as well.

Band members:

Aric van Brocklin – Guitar
Skip Haga – Keyboards
Jeff Louderback – Drums
Andy Rowland – Sax
Vic Brown – Bass

Two Brothers Southwestern Grill Food Truck will be onsite serving up their delicious menu!

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Jun
29
Sat
Greg Ward
Jun 29 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jun
30
Sun
Ty Burkhardt
Jun 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Ty Burkhardt

We’re delighted to have Ty Burkhardt return to our tropical space here in Free Union. He’ll be treating us to his amazing acoustic sounds. Ty performs solo, though if you close your eyes you’ll think there are more than one musician and more than one instrument. Sunday, June 30, from 2 to 5pm. No cover. Open to all.

Bio:
Ty Burkhardt is an instrumental fingerstyle guitarist from Richmond, VA who creates the sound of a full band by playing all the parts simultaneously on his acoustic guitar. He first started playing jazz guitar in his middle school jazz band, and eventually found himself playing at the college level. In high school, he started experimenting with the fingerstyle acoustic guitar, and began to hit, tap, and slap the guitar while playing to create the drumbeat of the song. He began playing at restaurants starting in his sophomore year of high school, and later, he found himself playing all over Virginia. He is currently a jazz student at UVA and Miller Arts Scholar who enjoys tennis and volleyball. His inspirations include Andy McKee, Mike Dawes, Calum Graham, and Antione Dufour.

Learn more about Ty’s music and follow him on his musical journey:
Instagram: @tyburkhardtmusic
Website: www.tyburkhardt.com

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Jul
5
Fri
Boxed Lunch with Catch the Chef Food Truck
Jul 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Boxed Lunch with Catch the Chef Food Truck

For your dinnertime entertainment, we’re thrilled to announce that Boxed Lunch will be returning to our slice of paradise here in Free Union. Their awesome Indie Pop Rock sounds are sure to satisfy all of your musical cravings! Performing live, Friday, July 5th, from 6 to 8:30pm.

Band Bio:
Boxed Lunch is a Charlottesville VA based indie pop/rock band led by the melodic songwriting duo of Justin Storer (drums/vocals) and Joel Streeter (guitar/vocals), along with Emily Gardiner (vocals), and Zack Beamer (bass/vocals). Boxed Lunch is known for their high-energy live shows and killer harmonies.

Justin and Joel have been following each other around the country for years without knowing it, finally meeting and joining forces in 2018. Both formerly of San Francisco and Brooklyn, they share a love for The Beatles and a gift for classic songwriting. Justin has released two albums of original music — a solo record (Hot Water Sunday) and a record with his Americana quintet, The Working Effective (Dear Brooklyn) — and has toured both nationally and internationally. Joel has two albums of his own, Hear Me Out and Matador, the latter of which features contributions by members of Counting Crows and Train, and was hailed by CD Baby as “a classic sounding pop album full of bounce, melodic arch, and lyrical substance.” As a solo artist, Joel has played iconic venues such as San Francisco’s Fillmore Auditorium (opening for Phil Lesh and Friends) and The Great American Music Hall.

Learn more about this fantastic group via their website – https://boxedlunchband.com/

…and follow them on Facebook at – https://www.facebook.com/boxedlunchband/

Catch the Chef mobile eatery will be onsite with their menu of delicious options to satiate the hungriest of appetites! Food service begins at 5:30pm. https://www.facebook.com/cvillecatchthechef/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jul
6
Sat
Latin and Gypsy Rumba Guitar Duo
Jul 6 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Latin and Gypsy Rumba Guitar Duo

Turn up the heat on your Saturday plans with the spicy rhythms, zesty beats, and sizzling sounds of our favorite Latin and Gypsy Rumba Guitar Duo – Berto Sales and Vincent Zorn. Returning to our tropical oasis for an afternoon show. Saturday, July 6th, from 2 to 5pm. Open to all. No cover.

More on the musicians:

Berto of Beleza Music – https://www.facebook.com/BelezaMusic/

Vincent Zorn – Charlottesville Virginia Rumba Flamenco Guitarist –
https://www.facebook.com/vincent.zorn/

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar.

Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times

Jul
7
Sun
Holly Renee and the Road Dawgs
Jul 7 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Holly Renee and the Road Dawgs

We’re in for an awesome Sunday Fun Day with music by Holly Renee and the Road Dawgs. It doesn’t get any more real or honest… Holly Renee Allen delivers Americana soul. Her songs are rich and vibrant, lyrically intelligent… spoken in “Southernese”. Accompanied by ‘the Road Dawgs’ — Danny Groah, Shannon Lucas and Rocky Thacker, a seasoned trio. Each in his own right stellar musicians. Country, folk, Americana with a little blues. Sunday, July 7th from 2 to 5pm. No cover. Open to all.

Follow along on Holly Renee Allen’s musical journey via her Facebook page —
https://www.facebook.com/HollyReneeAllenMusic

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jul
12
Fri
Beleza Duo – Two Brothers Southwestern Grill Food Truck
Jul 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Beleza Duo - Two Brothers Southwestern Grill Food Truck

It’s going to be an amazing Friday evening with Beleza returning to our tropical oasis here in Free Union. Featuring the vivacious duo of Madeline and Berto Sales, entertaining all with their ‘funkalicious samba soul music’. Friday, July 12th, from 6 to 8:30pm. No cover. Open to all.

Learn more about about Beleza and their awesome musical talents — www.BelezaMusic.com

Keep up with them via Facebook —
https://www.facebook.com/BelezaMusic/

Two Brothers Southwestern Grill food truck will be onsite, with food service beginning at 5:30pm. Offering a menu of their incredibly fresh and flavorful dishes.

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times. 

Jul
13
Sat
Hungry Hard Luck Heroes
Jul 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hungry Hard Luck Heroes

The Hungry Hard Luck Heroes return to our tropical slice of paradise, transforming the glass conservatory into Margaritaville with their Jimmy Buffett vibes ! Founding members Dave McKenney and Gary Green are joined by Patrick Porter on guitar and Rod Hyner on percussion! It’s always a fun time with the Hungry Hard Luck Heroes, so grab all of your friends and come on out! Saturday, July 13th from 5 to 8pm. Open to all. No cover.

Learn more about the Hungry Hard Luck Heroes at their website —
https://hungryhardluck.com/

…and follow their musical goings on via their Facebook page —
https://www.facebook.com/hungryhardluckheroes

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jul
14
Sun
Lisa Carter with The Wavelength
Jul 14 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Lisa Carter with The Wavelength

It’s going to be a sensational Sunday Fun Day here in the tropics of Free Union with VERY special guest Lisa “Kiz” Carter on soulful, evocative vocals and guitar! Think Etta James, Bonnie Raitt…Wow! Backed up by The Wavelength trio….Andre LaVelle, Wave Milor & Larry Bisgaier. Sunday, July 14th, from 2 to 5pm. Open to all. No cover.

Keep up with the musicians and their music via their respective Facebook pages —

The Wavelength – https://www.facebook.com/The-Wavelength-band-VA-112328594281909

Kiz Carter – https://www.facebook.com/KizCarterBlues

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times. 

Jul
19
Fri
The Currys with Two Brothers Southwestern Grill Food Truck
Jul 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
The Currys with Two Brothers Southwestern Grill Food Truck

We are thrilled to have The Currys return to our tropical oasis here in foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Entertaining all with their fantastic musical smorgasbord of rock, Americana, folk, and country! Friday, July 19th, from 6 to 8:30pm. Open to all, no cover.

Learn more about The Currys and their music at – https://thecurrysmusic.com

…and follow their musical journey on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/currysmusic/

Two Brothers Southwestern Grill food truck will be onsite, beginning at 5:30pm. Offering a menu of their incredibly fresh and flavorful dishes. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054605403300

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.
Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.

Jul
20
Sat
The Michael Elswick Gathering
Jul 20 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Michael Elswick Gathering

The Michael Elswick Gathering returns to our tropical oasis here in Free Union. Entertaining all with their Jazz, Blues, Ballads & Latin tunes. Saturday evening, July 20th from 5 to 8pm. Open to all. No cover.

Featuring:
Michael Elswick – Saxes
Bill Edmonds – Guitar and Vocals
Eric Franzen – Keyboard
David Drubin – Drums

(*Occasionally there are changes to band members and updates are made based on info received ahead of the scheduled date.)

Our live music events typically take place within the beautiful space of the glass conservatory, our indoor tropical oasis. On occasion, the music may perform outdoors, under the eaves of the back deck. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available first come, no reservations.

Picnics are welcome throughout the property, barring any outside alcohol. We have plentiful seating areas both inside the conservatory, and outdoors along the back deck, as well as in front of the conservatory, and there are several picnic tables spread across the lakefront. Feel free to bring your blankets/chairs. Pop up tents and personal grills are permitted for use in the overflow grassy tailgate and picnic areas.

Glass House Winery wines are available by the bottle and glass, and traditional tastings are being conducted at the Tasting Room Bar. Wine Flights are also available, these are great for those who prefer to do a self guided tasting, simply order at the bar and take back to your table.

Children are welcome, please supervise them at all times. Consider bringing along games or other items to entertain them while seated.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome but must remain on their leash at all times.