Events Calendar
Goat’s Milk Soap-Making Workshop hosted by Hand the Light
🌼 What You’ll Make
During the workshop, you’ll create a custom nourishing goat’s milk soaps, choosing from soft florals, calming lavender, fresh citrus, and botanical-inspired fragrance blends. Personalize your soaps with natural colorants and dried botanicals as you swirl, layer, and design your creations step-by-step with guided instruction. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike!
🧼 Why Goat’s Milk Soap?
Goat’s milk soap is naturally moisturizing, rich in vitamins A, D, and E, and gentle on all skin types—making it a thoughtful, handmade gift or a luxurious addition to your self-care routine.
🎟 Ticket Options
• $35 – Single soap bar
• $42 – Two soap bars
Mother's Day Bouquet Workshop with Blooms4Good
Mother's Day Bouquet Workshop with Blooms4Good
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
12:00-2:00 PM
Outdoor Cabanas at Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard
Join us on Mothers Day, Sunday, May 10th, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM for a floral bouquet workshop using Merrie Mill's unique wine bottles as vases and Blooms4Good locally grown flowers for the perfect gift for Mother's Day. We are joining hands with Kate & Kira of Blooms4Good to use the proceeds from this workshop to support SARA (Sexual Assault Resource Agency) and International Neighbors in Charlottesville, VA.
One ticket for this event provides one glass of Rosé, one floral bouquet of your design. Food and additional wine will be available for purchase with our staff at the Cabanas. We hope to see you all doing good for others while we celebrate our loved ones.
Closing Early for a Private Event
Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard is closing early for a private event. You may make a reservation online with the last reservation time at 1:00 pm. The official closing time to the public is 3:30 PM on this day.
We hope you will spend the early afternoon with us for some wine and lunch. Thank you for your understanding.
Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard’s 5th Anniversary Party!
Mark you calendars for our 5th Anniversary party with DJ Copa Vida.
Details soon to follow!
Galentine's Day Soirée
Get ready for a fabulous Galentine's Day celebration filled with wine, laughter, and unforgettable moments at Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard!
Join us this Friday, February 13th for a Galentine's Day Soirée for a evening of empowerment and friendship starting with a glass of Rosé and some dinner, courtesy of Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard. Next you will meet with Bri Lamm of Tenderweld, to customize a single or stacked permanent bracelet for you and your bestie, followed by a 45 minute class with Laren of The Colors of Eden to paint your own bouquet!
This evening's event is designed to be relaxed, aesthetic, and focused on making friends and sharing memories to bring warmth to this winter.
Annual Temporary Closing
Annual Closing from December 30th through January 15th for staff rest and tasting room repairs. We will reopen on January 16th, resuming normal business hours. Thank you for a wonderful year, looking forward to many more.
Hand the Light Candle Making Workshop
🕯️ What’s Included
✔️ Supplies to create your selected soy candles
✔️ A variety of botanical and holiday-inspired fragrances
✔️ Guided instruction from our friendly candle-making pros
✔️ A relaxed, scenic experience at Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard
✨ What to Expect
During this two-hour workshop, you’ll:
✨ Choose your favorite scents and colors to design your own unique candles
✨ Learn the basics of candle-making in a supportive, social setting
✨ Sip wine, explore the vineyard, and enjoy local food offerings (available for purchase)
✨ Take home your handmade candles—perfect for holiday gifting or setting cozy winter vibes!
Multiple time slots will be available throughout the day, and each ticket session closes 30 minutes before the next class begins to ensure a smooth and relaxed experience.
🎟 Ticket Options & Upgrades
$42 – Includes all materials to create two 8oz soy candles
Optional Upgrades:
• Triple-wick wooden candle bowl
• Additional candle sets for gifting or creating your own seasonal collection (available for purchase on-site)
Blooms4Good Wreath Making Workshop
$75.00
your ticket is considered a gift in exchange for this donation. as a 501c3, all donations are tax-deductible.
Friday, December 5, 2025
Join Kira & Kate of blooms4good, for an afternoon of festive wreath making, at the dreamy Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard!
Select one of two workshop time slots:
12:30p - 2:30p or 2:30p-4:30p
Seasonal greens, natural materials, and bits & bobs for flare will be provided.
Please bring your own snips/garden clippers and you may want gloves - tree sap can get messy!
We’ll be outside so bust out those cozy sweaters!
This workshop is designed to support all skill levels.
Food and wine can be purchased separately during this event.
The very best part is that every penny of your ticket price will go directly to our seasonal non-profit partners, to support the incredible work they are doing in our community.
'Tis the season to DO GOOD, and we can't wait to see you!
The Fralin Museum of Art at UVA 90th Anniversary Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia marks 90 years of artistic excellence, scholarship, and community.
This elegant soirée will honor The Fralin’s remarkable legacy and its bold future, bringing together university leadership, museum supporters, and art lovers for a night filled with creativity and connection.
Guests will enjoy exquisite food, fine wines, and craft spirits, accompanied by immersive entertainment. A contemporary artist-designed installation will transform the venue into a living work of art. The experience features a stunning photo wall that invites guests to become part of the creative atmosphere, leading into the Afterparty, where the dance floor awaits.
This is more than a celebration. It is a once-in-a-decade experience you will not want to miss.
Purchase your tickets today and be part of this extraordinary night!
The Tasting Room is closed for a private event
Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard will be closed Thursday, November 6th, and Friday, November 7th all day for a private event with the Fralin Museum of Art at UVA. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. However, we will reopen on Saturday, November 8th, and resume regular business hours from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
You are welcome to join us on Friday, November 7th, by visiting our calendar page to view this event.
Thank you!
Nocturne | Halloween Ball with FUN CVILLE
Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard will be closing early at 3:00 pm to finalize our setup for this event. We will accept reservations for lunch and wine from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on this day.
Thank you for your understanding!
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General Admission Tickets provide access to all exterior programs from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
VIP Tickets include an exclusive late-night afterparty from 11pm-1am, plus all-night access to a private lounge complete with a private bathroom, tarot readings, and more. Limited number available!
FUN Cville is committed to hosting accessible and inclusive events for everyone. Want to come but need some financial assistance? Send us an email - info@tomtomfoundation.org
All Attendees must be 21+.
4th Biannual Art Festival & Book Fair pt. 2
We are seeking vendors to participate in our outdoor Art Festival and Book Fair! Please email Katie@merriemillfarm.com for more information.
More details to follow soon!
5th Annual Vintage British Car Show
Join us for our favorite event of the year! You can view the top collections of vintage British cars while visiting our whimsical tasting room, enjoying our estate-grown wine, and feasting with friends. The Local Vocals of Charlottesville, VA, will provide musical entertainment from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, and The Pie Guy will be serving his menu all day!
Harvest Moon Sun/Sets hosted by FunCville & The TomTom Foundation
More details to follow!
Permanent Jewelry Pop-up with Tenderweld
Meet Tenderweld — a permanent jewelry boutique offering dainty, clasp-free pieces custom-fitted and welded from a vintage 1968 Scotty camper-turned-jewelry studio. Born from a love of meaningful connection, Tenderweld brings a touch of beauty to the simplest of moments, celebrating bonds between friends, sisters, mothers, and daughters. Each piece is seamless, personal, and made to last.
Here’s how it works:
Start by picking your favorite chain from a curated collection of delicate gold and sterling silver options at my beauty bar. Then step inside my cozy camper studio, where I’ll custom-fit your bracelet, anklet, or necklace — and professionally weld it on, right there on the spot. No clasp. No bulk. Just a seamless, sparkling piece made just for you. 💫
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up with Tenderweld
Meet Tenderweld — a permanent jewelry boutique offering dainty, clasp-free pieces custom-fitted and welded from a vintage 1968 Scotty camper-turned-jewelry studio. Born from a love of meaningful connection, Tenderweld brings a touch of beauty to the simplest of moments, celebrating bonds between friends, sisters, mothers, and daughters. Each piece is seamless, personal, and made to last.
Here’s how it works:
Start by picking your favorite chain from a curated collection of delicate gold and sterling silver options at my beauty bar. Then step inside my cozy camper studio, where I’ll custom-fit your bracelet, anklet, or necklace — and professionally weld it on, right there on the spot. No clasp. No bulk. Just a seamless, sparkling piece made just for you. 💫
