Upcoming Events
With each seasonal event taking place at The Clifton and throughout Charlottesville, we invite you to get swept up in the unique spirit and ambiance of one of the most historic hotels in Virginia.
May 16th, 17th, & 18th, 2025
Celebrate this milestone in style with a special three-course menu served in our historic 1799 Restaurant for $129 per person. Join us across all three days of Graduation Weekend:
Friday, May 16 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, May 17 | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday, May 18 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Whether you're honoring a graduate or enjoying the festivities, let us make the moment memorable with exceptional cuisine and service.
Call or visit us online today to reserve your table.
May 22nd, 2025
Join us for our Monthly Cocktails at The Clifton for our Garden Party on the Croquet Lawn—an elegant evening featuring botanical-inspired cocktails that celebrate the fresh flavors of spring. Sip on light, refreshing, and herbaceous drinks crafted to capture the essence of the season. It’s the perfect way to toast to May in style - happening from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
No reservation needed for this event, but we recommend booking a table at our 1799 Restaurant to enjoy dinner afterward and make it a full evening to remember.
June 19th, 2025
Celebrate the start of summer with us for our June Cocktails at The Clifton from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for Southern Solstice at the Pool. Enjoy a vibrant selection of poolside cocktails inspired by the sweet, juicy flavors of the season—think berries, melons, and peaches in every refreshing sip.
No reservation needed for the event, but we recommend booking a table at our 1799 Restaurant to enjoy dinner afterward and make it a full evening to remember.
July 24th, 2025
Join us for our Monthly Cocktails at The Clifton from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM for Mountain Moonshine, a spirited evening celebrating local flavor. We’re partnering with regional vendors to bring you small tastings of locally crafted moonshine, along with a creative lineup of moonshine-inspired cocktails.
No reservation is needed for the event, but we recommend booking a table at our 1799 Restaurant to enjoy dinner afterward and make it a full evening to remember.