Mark your calendars! Starry Nights is coming back to Veritas this Summer on Saturday, August 22nd. Tickets are on sale now.
Book your experience early to secure your preferred space, and let the music sweep you away as we create a night to remember with great company, fun music, and fine wine! Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Starry Nights MUSIC FESTIVAL

SUMMER 2026

AUGUST 22

The members of Hipshack bring not only years of experience as professional musicians but also a warm and creative approach to every event. Their music school degrees and years of studio recording experience augment their approachable personalities, allowing them to create uniquely cool arrangements of your favorite popular songs. The band’s ability to create the perfect playlist has even earned them recognition by Modern Bride Magazine as one of the 150 Best Bands for Hire in the USA!

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The BAND

*Adult tickets include souvenir logo glass.

Sun tickets are considered general admission, wine sales are not included in this price.

Moon tickets allow access to general admission areas, the brick patio, and include an evening stationed meal. Wine sales are not included in this price.

Enjoy our VIP Starry Nights experience! Stars tickets reserve you a spot on the deck, include a plated dinner meal, and access to VIP parking. Wine sales are not included in this price. 21+ Only.

$25.00

$125.00

$100.00

$75.00

$50.00

ADULT SUN TICKET*

ADULT*

TICKET INFORMATION

SUN

MOON

STARS

STARS VIP TICKET

FREE

CHILD (under 10)

CHILD (10 & under)

$15.00

CHILD TICKET (10-16)

CHILD (ages 11-16)

MOON WC TICKET

MOON TICKET

STARS WC VIP TICKET

WINE CLUB (WC) TICKET

WINE CLUB

FIRST TWO
TICKETS FREE

$15.00

FREE

FIRST TWO TICKETS FREE

$75.00

Moon ticket

MOON WC TICKET

$50.00

$125.00

STARS VIP TICKET

STARS WC VIP TICKET

$100.00

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We are excited to announce that this year we will offer a three-course plated dinner during Starry Nights for $125 per person. This dinner will be held on the deck, providing a beautiful view of the lawn and vineyards. Your ticket includes table service, reserved seating, and one VIP parking space.

Please note that wine is not included in the ticket price. Wine can be purchased separately by the bottle during dinner service. The menu will be released six weeks before the event.

To reserve your seat, please select the STARS ticket option during checkout. Availability is limited, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

VIP STARS EXPERIENCE

We are happy to once again offer a station-style dinner for $75 per person. This will be served on our brick patio adjacent to the Tasting Room. Seating will be available for guests to enjoy the show in this reserved area.

Wine is not included in this ticket price. Wine may be purchased separately, by the bottle. The menu will be released six weeks before the event.

To reserve your seat, select the MOON ticket option during checkout.

MOON EXPERIENCE

Reserve one of six Pod Spaces on the lawn. Pod rentals are for the full duration of the evening from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. and cost $250 for the reservation. Pods can fit up to 15 people and include 4 Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and access to VIP parking. Please note: Pod Rentals include only FOUR general admission SUN tickets.

Wine is not included in this reservation. Wine may be purchased separately at any of the three locations.

Please email contact@veritaswines.com to reserve your pod.

POD reservations on
the lawn

Available this year: If you arrive at Veritas and realize you left the picnic basket at home—don't fret, we've got you covered! Walk-up dinner plates are available starting at 7 p.m. See a staff member in the Tasting Room or at the Terrace Window to purchase this add-on for $30 per person, but hurry, available only while supplies last.

This year's menu features grilled flank steak, summer salad, and a peach crumble dessert! Please note that dietary restrictions or accommodations cannot be honored with this dinner selection.

Walk-up DINNER plates

For an additional $78, we are offering a three-course plated dinner during Starry Nights. This dinner will be served on the veranda, overlooking the lawn and vines. Table service and reserved seating is included.

Wine is not included in this ticket price. Wine may be purchased separately, by the bottle, during dinner service.

To reserve your seat, select the plated dinner add-on during the check-out process. Seats are limited and will sell out early.

Plated dinner add-on

For an additional $26, we are offering a buffet-style dinner. This will be served on our brick patio adjacent to the Tasting Room. There will seating available for guests to enjoy the show from this reserved area.

Wine is not included in this ticket price. Wine may be purchased separately, by the bottle.

To reserve your seat, select the buffet dinner add-on during the check-out process. Seats are limited.

buffet dinner add-on

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Where to stay

The Farmhouse at Veritas has limited availability for Starry Nights this year, so book your stay today before we are sold out.

>> Book a future stay.

72 Saddleback Farm,
Afton, VA
540-456-8100

All along the Nelson 151 trail, you can find unique accommodations to suit groups or individual stays of all sizes. Check out these offers from our preferred lodging partners:

AFTON PEAK is a luxury A-frame cabin just minutes away from Veritas. Starry Nights ticket holders can get 10% off their stay when booking with the promo code VERITAS10 at this link.

Kick back and relax in your local vacation home with Be Still Getaways! With rentals in Afton, Charlottesville, Wintergreen, and more, you're only a short ride from the Starry Nights festivities. Use VERITAS10 for 10% off when booking directly through their website.

Koehler Vacation Rentals offers charming and comfortable private homes for short-term rentals. With eight properties nearby Veritas and availability during Starry Nights, they're offering 20% off your weekend stay with code VERITAS26.

Stay at another local vineyard and make it a winery weekend! Afton Mountain Vineyards has gorgeous on-site cottages that are just 10 minutes away from Veritas. Use code "Summer10" to receive 10% off your stay during Starry Nights when you book online.

Nestled in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, The Retreat at Crabtree Falls offers Starry Nights guests a scenic mountain getaway surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility. The Retreat features four distinctive cabins, each offering its own character and charm. Guests seeking a more immersive outdoor experience can choose one of the Retreat's luxury glamping tents. Use code 10StarryNights to get 10% off your stay this August!

Other nearby places to stay:

Only 30 minutes away from Veritas, a mountaintop escape doesn't have to mean roughing it. When you stay at Wintergreen Resort, you are there to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate in your choice of accommodations, all tailored to help you unwind and have a great experience.

Wind down with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in any of Pathway Properties' stunning and comfortable short-term rentals. With properties in Afton, Nellysford, and Wintergreen, Starry Nights guests are only a short drive away from a good night's rest. Ticket holders can receive 15% off their weekend stay with VERITAS15.