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RVA Environmental Film Festival

Around Richmond

This annual film festival showcases films selected to bring awareness of environmental issues facing our city, region, and our planet. Youth Unstoppable at Grace Street Theater, Thurs, March 16.  Other films: St Stephens Church 3/16  (Thurs).  VCU also 3/16  (Thurs).   1st Unitarian Universalist Church 3/18 ( Sat). Byrd Theater 3/19 (Sun).  N.Courthouse Rd Library 3/21 (Tues)

Free

Shamrock the Block

Scott's Addition Scott's Addition, Richmond, VA

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music and entertainment, as well as local craft and food vendors, plus adult beverages.

Free

Shamrock Showdown

Deep Run Park 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy., Henrico, VA

Play games, win prizes, dance to your favorite music, and wear your best green outfit. There will be something for everyone, so bring the whole family.

Free

Irish Festival

25th & E. Broad Street

Family fun, including children’s games, face painting, and Irish-themed crafts. Food and refreshments will also be available. Benefit the St. Baldrick’s Society.

$

Dog Jog, 5K, and Block Party

Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA, United States

The day begins with a chip-timed 5K for people only, followed by a Little Paws Fun Run for kids ages 4 to 10, and then a leisurely 1-mile Dog Jog. The Block Party will feature live music, special performances, beer/wine trucks, and more.

Free

Midlothian Children’s Business Fair

Westchester Commons Shopping Center 15786 WC Main Street, Midlothian, VA

Young entrepreneurs can showcase their talents and launch their very own startup businesses. Children can create a brand and develop a product or service at this one-day marketplace.

Free

Children’s Tower Community Block Party

Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU 2924 Brook Road, Richmond, Virginia

Celebrate the Children's Tower, Richmond's new home for pediatric emergency, trauma and inpatient care. Kid-friendly entertainment, interactive stations, ambulance tours, food trucks, and more. RSVP at http://www.chrichmond.org/blockparty Free parking will be available in the Children's Parking Deck - enter on 10th Street. *Event will be held in the tent on Marshall Street, between 10th and 11th…

Free

Kidz Comic Con Book Festival

Fairfield Shoppers World 5162 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA

Arts and crafts tables for kids, a stage performance by “Channel 7”.  Photoshoots, Biblical story tellers, cosplay panelists professionals, two costume contests of the best youth and adult.  Plus lots of authors of children, science fiction, cultural awareness and autobiography with vendors of various sorts. They will have food available for purchase.

$

Mad Hatter Garden Party | Live Design Auction

The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design 2501 Monument Avenue, Richmond, VA

A fashion, food, and design auction event in the garden. Wear your creative hats to win the Milliner's Award. Enjoy signature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while previewing auction items and installations by RVA Fashion Week's Emerging Designers in our galleries. Benefits The Branch's mission.

$

RVA Adaptive Sports Festival

Glen Allen High School 10700 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

The largest showcase in the region of sports and recreational opportunities for people with disabilities.

Free

Paralympian Trevon JePanifer

Glen Allen High School 10700 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

Paralympic Gold Medalist Trevon Jenifer will be the keynote speaker at the RVA Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, April 15th! Jenifer will take center court at Glen Allen High School at 12:00 p.m. to speak about his personal experience in adaptive sports and life as a double leg amputee.

Free

Earthcraft Spring Community Event

Art Works 320 Hull St., Richmond, VA

Enjoy a day of earth-friendly crafting and local RVA art and artists.

Free

Heart of Virginia’s April Fool’s Festival

James River Cellars Winery 11008 Washington Hwy, Glen Allen, VA, United States

Listen to live music, enjoy wine, shop local vendors, and browse the food truck court.

$

Earth Day

Deep Run Park 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy., Henrico, VA

There will be music, activities for all ages, and food truck refreshments available for purchase.  Learn about sustainability initiatives and resources available in Henrico County such as energy efficiency, solar power, electric vehicles, recycling, and more.

Free

Scotchtown Fiber Festival

Patrick Henry's Scotchtown 16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, VA

Celebrate spring, the shearing of the sheep, and fiber production.  There are also open house tours, children’s activities area, demonstrations in the hearth kitchen, local crafters and vendors, food trucks, and more.

$

Chesterfield Towne Center Carnival

Chesterfield Towne Center Midlothian Turnpike, Midlothian, VA

Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games for all ages, favorite fair food, and the Big Bee Transforming Robot Car. Visit the website for online ride specials, coupon savings on rides and food, and event updates. No unaccompanied minors. More information: 866-666-3247

$

Springfield Park Elementary School Spring Carnival

Springfield Park Elementary School 4301 Fort McHenry Pkey, Glen Allen, VA

The greater Richmond community is welcome at this fun carnival, including bounce houses, fire truck, balloon artist, magician, food trucks, games, cake walk, caricaturist, book fair, amazing silent auction, and more. Wristbands required for kids ages 4-14, buy at the gate.

$

Woofstock

Westchester Commons Shopping Center 15786 WC Main Street, Midlothian, VA

A family-friendly dog festival with music, adoptions, games, and the Strut Your Mutt dog walk. Benefits Richmond Animal League.

Free

Ashland Train Day

Ashland 500 S. Center Street

See locomotives, CSX freight, and Amtrak passenger trains pass through the center of the event. Plus, rides, music, food, shopping, and more.

Free

Falling Creek Ironworks Annual Event

Falling Creek Ironworks Park 6407 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, Virginia

Experience America’s first iron furnace, the 1619-1622 ironworks at Falling Creek. Enjoy live music, children's activities, vendors, and a sign dedication. Concessions will be available.

Free

Chesterfield Triad Senior Day

Victory Tabernacle Church of God 11700 Genito Rd, Midlothian, VA

Speaker - Col. Jeffrey S. Katz, Chesterfield County Police, over sixty vendors that provide services for older adults, medication take back event (No Sharps), and more.  Bring a canned food item for the Food Bank.

Free

Virginia Farm Festival

Meadow Event Park 13111 Dawn Boulevard, Doswell, VA

The event is a celebration of the spring harvest and planting, the interconnection between growing food and health, and all things fun.

$

¿Qué Pasa? Festival 

Brown's Island 7th and Tredegar Streets, Richmond, VA

The celebration of Latin American and Hispanic culture features art, performances, food vendors, and artisans. 

Free

Echoes of Joy

Ettrick Recreation Center 20621 Woodpecker Road

Come together to have a day of caring and sharing. Participants can receive health screenings, meals, raffle giveaways, music, and more.

Free

Virginia Farm Festival

Meadow Event Park 13111 Dawn Boulevard, Doswell, VA

Celebrate Virginia's number one industry, agriculture, with your family and adorable farm animals at the revamped spring sister event to the State Fair. Enjoy your favorite fair food, all things farming, an antique tractor show, live evening entertainment for the whole family, and more.

$

Montpelier Center Celtic Festival

The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education 17205 Mountain Rd, Montpelier , VA, United States

Celebrate the best of Celtic, Irish, and Scottish culture, including live music, food trucks, whiskey tastings, and Celtic activities.

$

Powhatan County Fair

Powhatan County Fairgrounds 4042 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA

Carnival rides, petting zoo, pony rides, cow milking, live bands, demonstrations, games, vendors, and more.

Free

Strawberry and Wine Festival

Hanover Vegetable Farm 13580 Ashland Rd, Ashland

Two full days of wine, live music, vendors, food, fun and of course strawberries. Lots of activities for the whole family including: face painting, pony rides, kid zone with bounce house and giant obstacle course, and more. Kids 12 and under free.

$
Event Series Virginia Renaissance Faire

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA

Step back in time for live entertainment, skilled craftsmen, archery demos, historical games, and a visit from royalty. Runs weekends May 13 through Sunday, June 11. 10-5, Saturdays and Sundays May 13 through Sunday, June 11

$

4th Annual Breakthrough Car Show

Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA

Experience the sights and sounds of elegant autos from yesteryear to the technologically advanced super cars of today at the historic Hart Farm. The show is open to all makes, models and years of vehicles. Over 60 awards for participants. Vendors and more. Registration fee for cars and spectators are free.

$

Chick-fil-A Operation Cow Drop

Hanover County Airport

What happens when cows fly? A fun-filled day of bounce houses, games, airplane rides, food, and more. Stop by the RFM booth for a craft and chance to win a prize. Benefits Grace Christian School.

Free

Jacob’s Chance Spring Family Fest

RF&P Park 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA

The festival will take place at RF&P Park on the Raven's football field. Enjoy great music, fun, snacks, games, live performances, food trucks, and family relay.! All ages welcome. Check out Jacob's Chance event page for details. jacobschance.org/events

$

Church Hill Spring Fest and Market

Libby Hill Park 2801 E Franklin St, Richmond, United States

A family-friendly event aimed at celebrating the businesses and organizations that make Church Hill such an amazing place. Shop goods from local vendors, learn about nonprofits, and enjoy live music and food trucks.

Free

Lebanese Food Festival

St Anthony Catholic Church 4611 Sadler Road, Glen Allen, VA

Food, sweets, music, and dancing.

$
Event Series Virginia Renaissance Faire

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA

Step back in time for live entertainment, skilled craftsmen, archery demos, historical games, and a visit from royalty. Runs weekends May 13 through Sunday, June 11. 10-5, Saturdays and Sundays May 13 through Sunday, June 11

$

Goochland Day

Goochland Sports Complex 1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland

Goochland and surrounding counties come out for a great community building event to celebrate all things Goochland. With plenty of activities to keep the kids busy and lots of great items to purchase and enjoy. Let’s talk food, local food trucks and stands offer the most delicious sweet and savory options around. The parade starts…

Free
Event Series Virginia Renaissance Faire

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA

Step back in time for live entertainment, skilled craftsmen, archery demos, historical games, and a visit from royalty. Runs weekends May 13 through Sunday, June 11. 10-5, Saturdays and Sundays May 13 through Sunday, June 11

$

Richmond Symphony Big Tent

Abner Clay Park 200 W Clay St, Richmond, VA

The culmination of a partnership between the Children’s Book & Music Festival hosted at the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) and presented by Dominion Energy, and Richmond Symphony. This  outdoor concert features the music of Florence Price, Joseph Bologne, and Virginia native, Adolphus Hailstork. BHMVA will also have special museum hours…

Free

Sandston Memorial Day Parade

Sandston Recreation Center 11 J B Finley Street, Henrico, VA, United States

Starts at 1:00 p.m on Williamsburg Rd where it intersects with Beulah Rd. Proceeds west and disbands at North Confederate Ave. Block Party at 2:00 p.m. Sandston Recreation Area on JB Finley St.

Free

Event Series Virginia Renaissance Faire

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA

Step back in time for live entertainment, skilled craftsmen, archery demos, historical games, and a visit from royalty. Runs weekends May 13 through Sunday, June 11. 10-5, Saturdays and Sundays May 13 through Sunday, June 11

$

Rassawek Annual 
Spring Jubilee

Rassawek Vineyard 6276 River Road West, Columbia, Virginia

A fun-filled weekend for adults and children. This is a wine-tasting event with local VA wineries (beer to purchase also). They will have local artists and craftsmen demonstrating their talents throughout the festival. Please visit the website for more details.

$

Ashland Strawberry Faire

Randolph Macon College 204 Henry Street, Ashland, Virginia

A family-oriented event which promotes the community, celebrates the strawberry harvest and raises funds for Hanover County Public School scholarships and non-profit groups. Visit 300 vendors, including arts and crafts, non-profit organizations, food vendors, and Hanover County businesses.

Free

Ashland Strawberry Faire

Randolph Macon College 204 Henry Street, Ashland, Virginia

A family-oriented event that promotes the community, celebrates the strawberry harvest, and raises funds for Hanover County scholarships. Come visit over 300 vendors.

Free

Juneteenth Block Party

Fairfield Middle School 5121 Nine Mile Rd, Richmond, VA

A carnival-themed party with a live DJ, inflatables, community resource vendors, a dunk tank, and plenty of chances to win prizes. Tri Cities Concessions and American Fruity Smoothie as food trucks will be there.

Free
Event Series Virginia Renaissance Faire

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Lake Anna Winery 5621 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA

Step back in time for live entertainment, skilled craftsmen, archery demos, historical games, and a visit from royalty. Runs weekends May 13 through Sunday, June 11. 10-5, Saturdays and Sundays May 13 through Sunday, June 11

$

Bumblebee Jamboree

Maymont 2201 Shields Lake Drive, Richmond, VA

An opportunity for children to better understand the role pollinators play and what each of us can do in our own backyard to protect natural resources. Families are invited to participate in hands-on experiences at this event that encourages kids to learn about birds, butterflies, bees, beetles, and bats.

Free

Summer Series: All Abilities Fun

Park365 at SOAR365 3600 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, VA

Inclusive fun in the park with food trucks and music. Featured partner, the YMCA of Greater Richmond, will lead activities for all ages.

Free

Hill of Heroes Day

Virginia War Memorial 621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VA

Volunteers will work diligently to install 12,000 flags on the hillside, as soon as the last flag is placed in the ground, a celebration will begin. Take part in special programming for children and families. Military Demonstrations, including K9 demonstrations, virtual reality, and robotics, live music, food trucks, and more.

Free

Honey Bee Festival

Rockwood Park 3401 Courthouse Rd,, Richmond, VA

Led by Rockwood Park Backyard Beekeepers Association, this festival will be filled with fun activities and educational programs including demonstrations, “buzz talks”, honey tastings, and children’s activities.

Free

Hanover Tomato Festival

Pole Green Park 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, VA

Tomatoes may be the theme, but the festival is about community. Pick up a tomato-tasting plate or food vendor's signature tomato dish. Enjoy family-friendly interactive games and make a tomato-themed craft. Visit with local agricultural and and fine arts / handcrafted vendors. Great entertainment also.

Free

Dachtoberfest

Richmond Raceway Complex 600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA

A family and dog friendly event full of dachshund themed fun for everyone. Including wiener dog racing, costume contests, guest speakers, demonstrations, exhibitors, vendors, raffles and more. Hosted by Dachshund Enlightenment Foundation, a local nonprofit with a mission of Education, Health and Love for Dachshunds.

$
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