Enjoy live music with Mackenzie Ryan, a singer-songwriter, from Northern Virginia. Mackenzie is a professionally trained vocalist and self-taught multi-instrumentalist. Inspired by all genres, you’ll hear everything from Etta James, The Rolling Stones, The Avett Brothers, and more. You may even hear a little Italian opera. Plan your visit.
Enjoy live music with The Brahman Noodles. They have their own take on many Rock, Country, Reggae and R&B songs. Jimmy has traveled all over the country and says a lot of his style was shaped while living in northwest Arkansas in the Ozarks. “The folk music of that area is such a percussive style that really grabbed me, especially the sound of the slide guitar with the rhythm.” The Brahman Noodles love to travel and are comfortable and happy to bring the magic to anywhere from a local tavern or pub to wineries, breweries and festivals. Plan your visit.
Dads! No need to wine about going to a winery to celebrate Father's Day, because we are serving beer. We're teaming up with the great folks at Lost Rhino Brewing Company to offer a selection of their fine craft beers the whole Father's Day Weekend. So Pop a Top with the special Pops in your life and treat them to a great day at 8 Chains North. And let's taco 'bout Sunday. On Father's Day, come hungry because Three Sisters Taqueria will be here with their Pop-Up Taco Stand. Dad will dig their delicious heirloom corn tortillas and tacos.Of course, […]
Listen to live music with Deane Kern, who performs Acoustic Rock, Blues, Soul, Folk and even the odd Reggae rhythm. Deane’s solo act shows the influences of players like Van Morrison and the Band. Deane has performed on the Northern Virginia scene for a half dozen years and also performs with Dan Cronin in The Hokums, a jumpy alt-Blues band. Plan your visit.
Enjoy live music with Lucas John. The steadfast ingredient to his artistry is his adaptability. He creates honest music that speaks to his limitless potential. Although Southern rooted, Lucas is Rock-and-Roll grown. He is influenced by blue-collar rockers like Bruce Springsteen and Bryan Adams paired with the rich storytelling of Jackson Browne and James Taylor. Plan your visit.
Enjoy live music with Gary Smallwood. Gary started performing professionally when he was 16 years old. He is self-taught on the guitar using Hendrix, Clapton, Trower, Marino & Van Halen as influences, to name a few. Gary has shared the stage with or supported such great acts as Marshall Tucker Band, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, Bret Michaels, and many more.Gary’s style of music consists of Classic Rock, Country Rock, soulful Blues Rock or what he likes to call: “flat out guitar-driven blues-infused rural contemporary music.” He has a great appreciation for all types of music and sometimes will incorporate Soul, R&B, […]
On Sunday, enjoy live music with Timmie Metz from 2:00–5:00 pm. Timmie fronts the Timmie Metz Band, and plays a mix of Rock and Soul that’s sure to entertain you! Plan your visit.
Join us July 2-4 for a patriotic Red White & BlueBREWberry Pie Pairing. Come in and try several pie flavors from the famous Mom’s Apple Pie Company, paired especially with our wines. Plus, this year, you can also enjoy beer at the winery. We're delighted to again offer three craft beers from Lost Rhino Brewing Co. Saturday-Monday. We’ll be releasing three new wines in conjunction with this event—the 2021 vintages of Albariño and LoCo Vino, and the 2019 Merlot, which was a fantastic year for our grapes. Once you’ve tasted the wines and pies together, grab a bottle to go […]
Enjoy live music with Dan McGuire from 2:00-5:00 pm. Dan plays modern and classic hits from the 80s to today. Combining expert musicianship, incredible vocal range, and the ability to take requests from the audience, each show is unique and captivating. Plan your visit.
On Sunday, enjoy live music with Dan Barry. Dan is a singer-songwriter who blends influences of Rock, Jazz, Folk, and Soul into a unique sound. His live shows take listeners through popular and esoteric music, all colored with his personal percussive guitar style and vast vocal range. Plan your visit.
Welcome Benton & McKay to the winery musician lineup. Ryan Benton is a pianist, guitarist, bassist, and vocalist originally from Richmond, Va. Ryan particularly excels at music featuring improvisation such as Blues, Jazz, Rock, and R&B. Casey McKay is a native of Frederick, Md. Casey loves to entertain a crowd and is well known for his witty sense of humor, groovy bass lines and wide vocal range.
Join us July 9 from 11:30 am–2:30 pm for the Hot Donkey Blending Party. The Hot Donkey is a Wine Club-exclusive red blend made from Virginia fruit grown in 8 Chains North vineyards. Participants will be divided into teams and winegrower, Ben Renshaw, will take you through a tasting of a number of varietals currently in barrel. Your team will mix and measure and come up with its own blend to be submitted for a blind tasting. Everyone will taste the submissions, vote for the best overall blend, and Voilà! -- a new Hot Donkey is born.Ticket price includes a […]
Join us in the Tasting Room for live music with Chris Bowen from 2:00–5:00 pm. The Bone Show is a one-man band consisting of Chris, a Premier bass drum, a set of high hats with tambourine, a few mics and a Taylor guitar. This unique act plays your favorite Classic Rock tunes, some old and new Country jams, and even some original material to brighten your days. A full-band sound, from one man. Plan your visit.
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way. Oh what fun, sip and raise some funds, at our one-stop shopping day! Christmas in July is Saturday, July 16 from 12:00 am-5:00 pm. We’ve lined up special ways to celebrate and—in the spirit of Christmas—give back to our community. Plus, Sip & Shop with an array of local vendors and make this the year you actually get your holiday shopping done early.Also today, you can join our Sip & Script calligraphy class. Tickets are sold separately. We'll have live music from Dan Cronin from 2:00–5:00 pm, plus delicious eats from Pattie […]
Join us for Sip & Script’s Intro to Modern Calligraphy class on Saturday, July 16 from 1:00-2:30 pm. Class includes instruction and demonstration, a beginner’s calligraphy kit, and all the instructor guidance you need. Everything is yours to take home at the end of the afternoon. Tickets are $65.00. Wine may be purchased separately.
