Happy Hump Day, people! A few weeks ago I posted an overwhelming list of events coming up in RVA this summer. It was a little much to take in, even for me, so I’m planning to post updated and shorter lists at different points throughout the summer. Check out the events going on in Richmond this weekend alone!
Awesome Local Events This Weekend: 5/18-5/20
Ashland Street Parties– Saturday, May 19th from 6:30-11:30 at 201 South Railroad Avenue. This is the first Ashland Street Party of the year. Come check out the beauty of Ashland while you listen to live music and enjoy some local food and drink. Check the website above for future dates.
Lebanese Festival– Friday, 5/18-Saturday 5/19 from 10am-10pm and Sunday, 5/20 from 10am-8pm-at St. Anthony’s Maronite Catholic Church– This is one of my favorites because the food is so good and the lines aren’t crazy long like the Greek fest. You’ll love it for the delicious Lebanese delicacies and the adorable kids doing traditional dances, and your kids will love it for the fun playground right on the church grounds.
Dominion River Rock– May 18th-20th, Go to check out the pros competing in climbing, slackline, and freestyle bike events, or the flying pups in the Subaru Ultimate Air Dogs. Stay to enjoy the full schedule of awesome live bands taking the stage throughout the weekend! Some of the events charge for you to participate, but most of them are free and there is no admission charge.
Taste of Virginia at Kings Dominion– May 18th-20th– Whether you love food, wine or coasters, the return of the park’s newest food festival is sure to be a great time! Their culinary team will be your guide as they whip up recipes inspired by the various regions of Virginia and serve up some of the best Virginia wines and entertainment. Be sure to enjoy Virginia themed dishes after a ride on our newest coaster, Twisted Timbers! Festival is included with park admission, food and beverages are an additional cost. Taste of Virginia runs Fridays (4-8), Saturdays (12-8) and Sunday (12-8)
Lake Anna Brewfest– May 19th from 12-5 pm at Lake Anna State Park– If you buy online before 5/19 tickets are $20 and you receive a free Brewfest sample mug, eight beer sample tickets, access to great and amazing food vendors from all around the Lake Anna area.
Public Safety Day– Saturday, May 19th from 10-1 at Bon Secours Westchester Emergency Center– Kick off National EMS and Police Week by coming out to enjoy all of the activities this day has to ofer including: FREE children’s bicycle helmets for the first 100 visitors, FREE hot dogs, popcorn and drinks for the whole family, face painting, interact with a display of fire engines and ladder trucks, ambulances, police and sheriff cars, and more.
United By Music Southside Big Tent Community Festival– Friday, May 18th 5-8 pm and Saturday, May 19th 12:30-7:30 pm at the Southside Community Center presented by the Richmond Symphony. Friday night there will be a concert under the big tent featuring Latin dance band Bio Ritmo. Saturday is family day with performances by Richmond Public Schools and Legacy Band, culminating with a Dance Party with DJ Missing! Other activities are still in the works but are likely to include a skateboard competition in the skate park, a community art gallery showcasing work from local students and schools, and a Kid’s Zone you won’t want to miss!
Play Day 2018– Saturday, May 19th from 1-4 pm at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond. At Play Day, kids and adults make art projects in more than a dozen studios throughout VisArts’ 30,000-square foot facility. Admission is free. Be sure to check out which other RVA locales are participating in this national event. Last year’s events included Maymont, CMOR, Project Yoga and more!
Annual Asian-American Celebration– Saturday, May 19th from 11am-7pm, Greater Richmond Convention Center– The 21st Annual Asian-American Celebration will recognize the culture and heritage of the following countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Philippines, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam. This free event will also include non-stop performances, hands-on workshops, food booths, and so much more!
Gallmeyer Farms Strawberry Fields Festival– Saturday May 19, 2018 from 10am-5pm
The Berry Patch. 3622 Darbytown Court, Richmond VA 23231-
Remember coolers, picnics and lawnchairs are always welcome at Gallmeyer Farms
● FREE admission & FREE parking
● Fresh local strawberries (pick your own or pre-picked)
and spring vegetables available
● Live music
● Craft vendors & local businesses
● Hay rides & pony rides (hay rides are free. Pony rides $5)
● Activities for all ages
● Food vendors
Explore the Outdoors– Sunday, May 20th 1-5 pm at Huguenot Park and the Studios of the Community Idea Stations. FREE day of hands-on fun exploring science and nature. This is a special day in the park to give children and their families plenty of exciting outdoor experiences. Over fifty local community groups with expertise in outdoor adventure, healthy living, and environmental science will engage you in activities ranging from archery and fishing, paddle boarding (on dry land), gardening, camping, art making and much, much more.
The Johnny Z Festival– Sunday, May 20th, 12 PM – 6 PM at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery– Join us and celebrate the creative spirit of Richmond during this fun, FREE, kid-friendly event benefitting ART 180! Hardywood and Chop Suey Books present a variety of children’s activities including a moon bounce, face painting, and various artworks. Vendors from Bizarre Market showcase local arts and crafts, and, of course there will be plenty of food trucks and beer on draft.
Have a great weekend, y’all!
♥ Erin
