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Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: July 20–26, 2026

Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: July 20–26, 2026

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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

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  • July 26: Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit @ Ting Pavilion
    One of the most iconic singer-songwriters of a generation and a former member of Drive-By Truckers, Jason Isbell brings his band to town for a much-anticipated concert that benefits the Charlottesville Free Clinic.

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  • July 24: Chris Acker & The Growing Boys @ The Southern Café & Music Hall
    A new face to Charlottesville and an exciting new voice in songwriting, Chris Acker is one to watch in the scene and this should be a perfect appetizer for the weekend’s big show.

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  • July 21: Lyle Lovett @ The Paramount Theater
    Bringing his Small Large Band to Charlottesville the ex-Mr. Julia Roberts is a living legend who has made deeply personal songwriting with a country twang his signature sound.

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