Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: Oct 26 – Nov 1, 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.

Anand’s Picks to Click

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  • Oct 27: GWAR @ Jefferson Theater
    A feast for the senses, GWAR is the most insane live concert you will ever experience, and I can absolutely stand by that assertion.

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  • Oct 31: Pinkish @ Durty Nelly’s
    After having to cancel their first tour as a band due to illness, Pinkish returns to Charlottesville at Durty Nelly’s on Halloween for redemption. They’ll be ready to rip and the atmosphere will be electric.

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  • Nov 1: Day of the Dead with Pink Lady Slipper @ The Southern
    It’s the 10th annual Day of the Dead, and Pink Lady Slipper leads an all-star lineup of Grateful Dead tributes at The Southern. It’s such a tradition at this point.