Location

A view of the Blue Ridge Mountains

The 2026 Applied Machine Learning Conference will take place in Charlottesville, Virginia. The conference’s two venues are:

  • The Violet Crown Cinema, an upscale cinema located on Charlottesville’s Historic Downtown Mall
  • The UVA School of Data Science, on the grounds of the University of Virginia

Getting Here

By Air

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) is served by major airlines with connections through major hubs. The airport is approximately a 20-minute drive from downtown.

Alternative airports include Richmond International Airport (RIC) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), approximately 1-2 hours away by car, with direct flights from many locations across the country.

By Train

Amtrak serves Charlottesville on multiple routes, including the Northeast Regional line from Washington, DC, New York City, and other major East Coast metros. The station is located in the center of town, approximately a 10-minute walk from the Violet Crown Cinema.

By Car

Charlottesville is easily accessible by car from locations across the Mid-Atlantic region, including the Washington, DC metro area, Richmond, Baltimore, the Raleigh/Durham area, and more.

Where to Stay

Charlottesville features many options for hotels around the Downtown Mall and University areas. Good choices at a variety of price points would include:

  • The Omni Charlottesville Hotel
  • Home2 Suites by Hilton - Charlottesville Downtown
  • Fairfield Inn & Suites - Charlottesville Downtown/University Area
  • Hampton Inn & Suites - Charlottesville at the University
  • The Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville
  • Virginia Guesthouse at the University of Virginia

Alternative accommodations can be found on short-term rental sites like Airbnb, VRBO, and Stay Charlottesville.

About Charlottesville

The Downtown Mall in Charlottesville, Virginia

Charlottesville is a vibrant city nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Home to the University of Virginia and a thriving data and tech community, it offers:

  • Rich history and culture
  • Beautiful natural surroundings
  • Excellent dining and entertainment

Things to Do

While you’re in Charlottesville, consider exploring:

  • The Historic Downtown Mall, a lively, pedestrian-only district packed with locally-owned shops, restaurants, galleries, and entertainment venues
  • Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • The University of Virginia, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the top public universities in the United States
  • Scenic wineries and breweries — there are dozens around the city
  • The Shenandoah National Park and the Appalachian Trail, which are a short drive away