EVENT FAQ
WHEN
LOTL’s 2026 date has not been announced yet, check back soon!
WHO
All UVa students, faculty, staff, and members of the Charlottesville community.
WHERE
Lighting of the Lawn will be held on the Lawn. Receptions will be held on South Lawn.
Tips & Tricks to expedite entry into the event:
Arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the event.
Expect to wait longer if you bring a bag or other items that require inspection.
Do
Don’t
Don’t bring a bag or any other item unless absolutely necessary.
Don’t bring any of the prohibited items listed below.
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In an effort to ensure that LOTL can be as accessible as possible, we will be providing the following accommodations:
Entrances - all of the entrances on the west lawn side will be ADA accessible.
Bathrooms - ADA-accessible bathrooms are located in Patterson Alley.
Alternate viewing location - An accessible seating section will be located at the front of the stage.
Interpreter - We will be providing ASL interpreters throughout the show (located on the left side of the stage).
Seating - For those who are unable to stand for extended periods of time, we will be providing seating (located in front of the stage at the front of the Lawn close to the Rotunda).
Our goal is to make this event as inclusive as possible and we understand that our list may not be as comprehensive as we believe. Should you require additional accessibility accommodations please contact Bella Tesoriere at tkm2ac@virginia.edu or Olympia Sauerwein at ddt9uu@virginia.edu
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Parking will be available at several of the parking garages.
Central Grounds Parking Garage: pay through park mobile
Culbreth Parking Garage: free after 5pm
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Liquids including all beverages
Folding chairs
Tents
Glass
Sticks and poles (including athletic equipment)
Weapons
Fireworks
Explosives
Animals (other than service animals).
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ADA-accessible bathrooms are located in Patterson Alley between Pavilion V and Pavilion VII.