Happy April, Richmond. ☂️ We’re ready for the showers + flowers to come — plus all of the fun local events to attend, from kicking off the Kickers + Squirrels seasons to rocking out at concerts on Brown’s Island. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the River City.
All month long
Tsherin Sherpa: Spirits | Every day | All day | VMFA | $8+ non-members, members free | Paintings and sculptures by the Nepalese-born Tibetan artist.
Landscapes and Architecture: Japanese Woodblock Prints by Kawase Hasui | Every day | All day | VMFA | Free | Head to the Works on Paper Gallery to see 14 prints dating back to the early 20th century.
Whistler to Cassatt: American Painters and France | Opens April 16 | All day | VMFA | $10+ non-members, members free | Survey 100+ works by students at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
Jeremy Toussaint-Baptiste: Set It Off | Every day | All day | Institute for Contemporary Art and 1708 Gallery | Free | This multi-site exhibition features large-scale sonic installations.
Doing Language : Word Work | Every day | All day | Institute for Contemporary Art | Free | A multi-part curatorial project inspired by Toni Morrison’s Nobel Prize Lecture.
Gideon Appah: Forgotten, Nudes, Landscapes | Every day | All day | Institute for Contemporary Art | Free | The artist’s dreams merge with Ghanaian popular culture in this exhibition of paintings.
From Wings to Waves: The Artwork of Maureen Stewart | Every day | All day | Virginia War Memorial | Air Force veteran Maureen Stewart merges drawn elements with digital techniques in this art exhibition.
Your Humble Petitioner: Legislative Petitions Gave Voice to Virginians | Every day | All day | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. | Free | The exhibit highlights historical petitions from Virginians to provide a glimpse into 18th and 19th century life. 🗳
Dominion Energy Jazz Concert Series | Every Thursday | 6-9 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune into the VMFA’s YouTube channel for an eclectic mix of jazz performers. 🎷
Dear Jack, Dear Louise | Through April 17 | Times vary | Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Rd. | $48 | A war story about a romance between a US Army Captain + an aspiring dancer who meet by letter.
Beehive | Opens April 8 | Times vary | The November Theatre, 114 W. Broad St. | $55+ | A 90-minute celebration of the music of the 1960s from Virginia Repertory Theatre.
Open Mic Night | Every Wednesday | 6 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Free | Beginners + seasoned musicians can step up to the mic. 🎶
Isley Open Mic Night | Every Thursday | 6:30 p.m. | Isley Brewing Company, 1715 Summit Ave. | Free, RSVP | Listen to others take the stage or grab the mic and show off your own singing skills.
Hump Day HaHa’s | Every Wednesday | 6:30 p.m. | Isley Brewing Company, 1715 Summit Ave. | Free | Watch local comedians or try out your own material. 🎤
Sticky Rice Karaoke Night | Every Tuesday | 10:30 p.m. | Sticky Rice, 2232 W Main St. | Free entry | Live out your singing dreams + enjoy beer and drink specials all night long.
Karaoke Night | Every Thursday | 7 p.m. | Boil Bay Cajun Seafood and Bar, 8161 Brook Rd. | Free, RSVP | Sing your heart out with fellow Richmonders.
Trivia Knight | Every Thursday | 7 p.m. | Castleburg Brewery and Taproom, 1626 Ownby Ln. | Free | Pro tip: You can get a prize for best team name, so get creative. 🧠
Isley Trivia Night | Every Tuesday | 7:30 p.m. | Isley Brewing Company, 1715 Summit Ave. | Free | Enjoy happy hour prices on different beers for each round of play. 🍺
Wednesday Trivia Night | Every Wednesday | 7 p.m. | Tabol Brewing, 704 Dawn St. | Free entry | Each week offers different themes and topics for all kinds of trivia types.
YOGA-WINE-DOWN | Every Monday | 6 p.m. | Gallery5, 200 W. Marshall St. | $20+ | Bring your yoga mat for this all-levels, slow flow class.
Track Starr Run Club | Every Tuesday | 6:30 p.m. | Starr Hill Beer Hall & Rooftop, 3406 W. Leigh St. | Free | Pull on your trainers and get in a 5k run before having a Happy Hour pint at Starr Hill.
Väsen + Peak Experiences Climbing Club | Every Sunday | 4-6 p.m. | Peak Experiences Indoor Rock Climbing Center, 1375 Overbrook Rd. | Prices vary | Discounts on climbing passes for non-members + members climb free.
RVA Bachata Sundays | Every Sunday | 4-8 p.m. | Isley Brewing Company, 1715 Summit Ave. | $5+ | This night of dancing starts with a quick salsa class before the music starts at 4:30 p.m. 💃
Fri., April 1 - Sun., April 3
Friday, April 1
Rodney Carrington: Let me in! | Fri., April 1 | 7 p.m. | Altria Theater | $50+ | VIP tickets are available for this stand-up comedy country concert. 🎶
Fight Club, Keep Flying, Nancy Raygun, ShotClock, Plastic Flamingos | Fri., April 1 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | Rock out with these local bands. 🎶
Dance Candy Does Earth, Wind & Fire | Fri., April 1 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $12 | Let’s groove with this seven piece band.
Science After Dark: Down to Earth | Fri., April 1 | 5-8 p.m. | Science Museum of Virginia | $10+ | Celebrate the wonder of Earth with special programs + live astronomy shows. ✨
Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop | Fri., April 1 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Create an ocean-inspired terrarium. 🌱
“Airplane!” | Fri., April 1 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See the classic comedy on the big screen. 🎬
Raise a Glass for ALS | Fri., April 1 | 5-10 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Free entry | Raise awareness and support the ASL Association with the Flying Squirrels + Smokie Joe’s BBQ. 🍺
April Foo’s Day | Fri., April 1 | 4 p.m.-12 a.m. | Foo Dog, 1537 W. Main St. | Cost of purchase | Celebrate eight years of Foo Dog with cocktail specials, ramen + retro tunes. 🍜
Trifecta Blending Party | Fri., April 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Blue Bee Cider, 1320 Summit Ave. | $55 | Grab a team and compete to fashion the winning blend. 🍎
First Friday Opening Night Reception | Fri., April 1 | 6:30-9 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St. | Free | Check out shows by Susan Singer, Danny Trent, Elizabeth Gorn + Sebastian Jackson. 🖼
RVA First Fridays | Fri., April 1 | 5 p.m. | Arts District | Free | Explore exhibits + store specials up and down Broad Street.
Manchester Manifest First Fridays | Fri., April 1 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | Hull Street from 12-14th Streets | Free entry | Vendors, tunes, and food from Intergalactic Tacos + Pig and Brew.
Saturday, April 2
Runaway Fin | Sat., April 2 | 8 p.m. | The National | $15+ | The “World’s Most Active Phish Tribute Band” comes to Richmond. 🎶
Gellman Room Concert | Sat., April 2 | 2 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St. | Free | Listen to melodies from Capitol Opera Richmond while you browse the shelves.
The Silent Party: Skate Party Edition | Sat., April 2 | 7-10 p.m. | 17th Street Market | $25 | Rent roller skates or bring your own for this dance party with Aliyah the DJ and DJ Dollaz. 🛼
The Minotaur | Sat., April 2 | Times vary | Firehouse Theatre, 1609 W. Broad St. | $5 | See the world premiere of this shadow puppet play.
Succulent and Sangria Workshop | Sat., April 2 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Craft a terrarium and learn how to care for your succulents. 🌵
“The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou” | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Part of the Wes Anderson series at the Byrd. 🐟
The Upside | Sat., April 2 | 2-5 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Free entry | Rock classics, cold brews + a food truck. 🎶
Danny Kensey | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Grab your cowboy hats for this performance by the country singer-songwriter. 🎵
Virtual Tasting Panel | Sat., April 2 | 4 p.m. | Virtual | $10+ | Pick up your beers in advance or get them delivered for this Hardywood livestream. 🍺
Spoken To | Sat., April 2 | 7 p.m. | Gallery5, 200 W. Marshall St. | Free | Local poets Ryan Kent, Black Liquid, Denise Walters, Summer Storms + S. Preston Duncan will perform at this spoken word event.
Richmond Kickers vs. FC Tucson | Sat., April 2 | 6:30 p.m. | City Stadium | $15 | Celebrate the 30th season with the Roos at their home opener. ⚽️
The Sugar Hollows | Sat., April 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Isley Brewing Company, 1715 Summit Ave. | Free entry | Jazz meets pop, rock + R&B in this musical group. 🎶
Small Businesses Matter Tour | Sat., April 2 | 2-6 p.m. | BlackBird Collective, 904 W. Leigh St. | Free entry | Shop, network + celebrate small businesses. 🛍
Sunday, April 3
Love and Laughter 2022 | Sun., April 3 | 8 p.m. | Altria Theater | $60+ | Multi-platinum artist MONICA + stand up comedian Desi will share the stage. 🎙
Spring Air Plant Hoop Workshop | Sun., April 3 | 4:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Create your own spring decor wreath and a xerographica.
“Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” | Sun., April 3 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See this 1967 classic starring Sidney Poitier and Katharine Houghton on the big screen. 🎬
Patrick Oliver Trio | Sun., April 3 | 3-6 p.m. | Main Line Brewery, 1603 Ownby Ln. | Tunes + grub from Tiffany’s Smokehouse. 🍺
Battling Bugs: Trees and Shrubs Edition | Sun., April 3 | 11 a.m. | Strange’s Florist, 12111 W. Broad St. | Free | Learn how to discourage critters at this demonstration. 🌱
Kate Kelly Presents “Ordinary Equality” | Sun., April 3 | 4 p.m. | bbgb books, 3003 W. Cary St. | $28 | A copy of “Ordinary Equality” is included in the price for admission to this author talk. 📚
Mon., April 4 - Sun., April 10
Monday, April 4
Actors with Vanilla Sugar | Mon., April 4 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $10 | Get ready to dance to this alt-indie group. 🎶
Soft Kill, Alien Boy, Topographies, True Body | Mon., April 4 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | Jam with these Portland post-punk rockers. 🎶
Tuesday, April 5
Escape From The Zoo, Crazy and the Brains, Chupaskabra | Tues., April 5 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | Loud, fast Texas punk. 🎶
Fiddler on the Roof | Tues., April 5-Sat., April 9 | Times vary | Altria Theater | $40+ | The Broadway in Richmond production hits the stage two years after its originally scheduled date. 🎻
Tipsy Terrarium Tuesday Workshop | Tues., April 5 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $26 | Learn how to take care of air plants and assemble a succulent terrarium. 🌱
Shockoe Sessions Live | Tues., April 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to the livestream for folk blues with Willie De.
Steel Storm: Okinawa 1945 | Tues., April 5 | 2 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Join historian Chris Kolakowski in an examination of the Battle of Okinawa at this program from the VA War Memorial.
Wednesday, April 6
“A Hard Day’s Night” | Wed., April 6 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Can’t buy me love… but you can buy tickets to see this classic on the big screen. 🎬
Taking Earth’s Temperature | Wed., April 6 | 12 p.m. | The Science Museum of Virginia Barbara Thalhimer Theater | Free | Learn about climate science at this Lunch Break Science program. 🌡
Thursday, April 7
Luna Luna, Dent May, Pearl and the Oysters | Thurs., April 7 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | Stop by the “Flower Moon” tour. 🎶
BoomBox | Thurs., April 7 | 8 p.m. | The Broadberry | $22+ | The show will feature Rhune. 🎶
Spartan Jet-Plex, Eli(zabeth) Owens, Jason Jamal, Infinite Bliss | Thurs., April 7 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $7 | A night of experimental tunes + metal.
Kokedama Workshop | Thurs., April 7 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $25 | Create a piece of Japanese decor to display in your home. 🌱
The Last Real Circus, Pinkerton Raid, Blackwood Station | Thurs., April 7 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 2410 Ownby Ln. | Free entry | Psychedelic rock, indie pop + rock. 🎶
Between the Lines Junior Book Club | Thurs., April 7 | 11 a.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | This month, the VMHC student book club read “Pirates on the Bay” by Steven K. Smith. 📚
VMHC Lecture Series | Thurs., April 7 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to the livestream of “Recovering History, Reclaiming the Present: Appalachian Mines and the Apalachee Diaspora from the Sixteenth Century to Today.”
Anna Sale of Death, Sex, and Money Podcast | Thurs., April 7 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Tune in for a lecture from the podcast creator, presented by the VPM + ICA Community Media Center. 🎙
Friday, April 8
BoomBox | Fri., April 8 | 8 p.m. | The Broadberry | $22+ | The show will feature cryptoWAVEradio. 🎶
Blues and Brews: Moonshine Society | Fri., April 8 | 5 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | Free | Reserve a table for this River City Blues Society event.
NONAMIS ENT Presents: Westside Boogie | Fri., April 8 | 9 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $30 | The rapper visits Richmond for one night only.
Boozy Bonsai | Fri., April 8 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Plant a juniper bonsai + learn about caring for the tree. 🌱
“Navajo Math Circles” Film Screening | Fri., April 8 | 3 p.m. | James Branch Cabell Library Lecture Hall, 901 Park Ave. | Free | Join VCU’s Dept. of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics for a screening + stay for the Q+A with the film’s producer-director, George Paul Csicsery.
Book Break with Kris Spisak | Fri., April 8 | 12 p.m. | Library of Virginia Orientation Room, 800 E. Broad St. | Free | The local author will discuss her book, “The Baba Yaga Mask.” 📚
“Fight Club” | Fri., April 8 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | The first rule of “Fight Club” is: You buy tickets to see it at the Byrd. 🍿
Saturday, April 9
Spoon | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | The National | $28+ | The rockers will play with Margaret Glaspy on the “Lucifer On The Sofa” tour. 🎶
Boy Harsher, Club Music | Sat., April 9 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $17+ | American electronic music out of Savannah, GA. 🎶
Chris Leggett and The Copper Line | Sat., April 9 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | The band will play with Corey and Cindy + Twin Brothers Band.
Battle of the Bands RVA Youth Talent Expo | Sat., April 9 | 1-4 p.m. | Hovey Stadium, 1500 N. Lombardy St. | Free entry | A family-friendly event featuring youth performers, vendors + food trucks. 🎶
Jazz on the Lawn | Sat., April 9 | 5 p.m. | Virginia Union University | Free | Bring a lawn chair + enjoy music from the VUU Jazz Ensemble. 🎷
“The Sandlot” | Sat., April 9 | 10 a.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $5 | Not getting tickets to this family classic? You’re killing me, Smalls!
“The Royal Tenenbaums” | Sat., April 9 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Part of the Wes Anderson series at the Byrd. 🍿
Carnivorous Workshop | Sat., April 9 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $45 | Build a terrarium with plants like fly traps, sundrews, and nepenthes. 🌱
Richmond Kickers vs. Northern Colorado Hailstorm FC | Sat., April 9 | 6:30 p.m. | City Stadium | $15 | The Kickers face the Hailstorm in their second home game of the season. ⚽️
Battling Bugs: Trees & Shrugs Edition | Sat., April 9 | 1 p.m. | Strange’s Florist, 12111 W. Broad St. | Free | Learn how to discourage critters at this demonstration. 🌱
Angela Dominguez Book Launch | Sat., April 9 | 1 p.m. | bbgb books, 3003 W. Cary St. | Free | Author Meg Medina will chat with Angela Dominguez about Angela’s new book, “Stella Diaz to the Rescue.”
Richmond Night Market | Sat., April 9 | 5-9 p.m. | 17th Street Market | Free entry | The Night Market goes down every second Saturday of the month. 🌙
Brambly Park After Dark | Sat., April 9 | 9:30 p.m. | Brambly Park Winery, 1708 Belleville St. | $15 | Kick off the “After Dark” series with The Shack Band.
Ode to Bluegrass | Sat., April 9 | 2-9 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery West Creek, 820 Sanctuary Trail Dr. | Free | Grab a pint and spend the day vibing to five local bluegrass bands, starting with the Cook County Trio.
Sunday, April 10
Widowspeak | Sun., April 10 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | The duo will play with Anna Fox Rochinski + Elizabeth Owens. 🎶
TVLPA, Dumb Waiter, Blood Ponies, Terror Cell | Sun., April 10 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | Come out for the release of the new album “Walk With Me.”
Dried Floral Bar Workshop | Sun., April 10 | 4:30-6 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $42 | Build a low-maintenance dried floral arrangement by yourself or with friends.
“Dr. Strangelove” | Sun., April 10 | 2 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | You can’t fight in here! This is the screening of the Kubrick classic at the Byrd! 💣
Spring Porch and Patio Containers | Sun., April 10 | 1 p.m. | Strange’s Florist, 12111 W. Broad St. | Free | There’s no need to bring your own plants to this demonstration. 🌱
Mon., April 11 - Sun., April 17
Monday, April 11
The Firnats, The Wormholes, and Solace Sovay | Mon., April 11 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $8 | Rock, art-pop + neo-psychedelia. 🎶
History Happy Hour | Mon., April 11 | 6:30 p.m. | Bottoms Up Pizza, 1700 Dock St. | Free, RSVP | Check out this American Civil War Museum talk called “The Use and Uselessness of a Story about Robert E. Lee.”
Tuesday, April 12
Slothrust | Tues., April 12 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | With Calva Louise on the “parallel timeline” tour. 🎶
Shockoe Sessions Live | Tues., April 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to the livestream for country vibes with Morgan Lynsey Band.
Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Tues., April 12 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | The Squirrels kick off their 2022 season with a post-game firework show. ⚾️
Stacy Hackney Book Launch | Tues., April 12 | 7 p.m. | bbgb books, 3003 W. Cary St. | Free | Meet author Stacy Hackney as she talks about her new book, “The Sisters of Luna Island.” 📚
RPAA’s Women Take the Stage | Tues., April 12 | 12-2 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St. | $85 | This empowering event ft. panelists Sadeqa Johnson, Maggie Small + Scottie Thompson and moderator Daphne Maxwell Reid serves up inspirational messages on “Embracing the What-ifs."*
Wednesday, April 13
Guerilla Toss, Toxic Moxie | Wed., April 13 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $14 | Boston-born rock with funk + dance influences. 🎶
Steez Promo Presents: Marauda | Wed., April 13 | 8 p.m. | The Broadberry | $30 | The “Rite of Ascension” tour with support from Papa Khan. 🎶
Making History with LVA | Wed., April 13 | 5:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Help transcribe handwritten pages + historical newspapers for the Library of Virginia. ✍️
Literary Virginia Book Group | Wed., April 13 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free | This month the group will discuss “The Other Madisons” by Bettye Kearse. 📚
Midweek Matinees: “Respect” | Wed., April 13 | 2 p.m. | RPL West End Branch, 5420 Patterson Ave. | Free | Watch the story of Aretha Franklin with snacks provided.
“The Thin Man” | Wed., April 13 | 8 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See this 1934 classic on teh big screen. 🍿
Flying Squirrels v. Altoona Curve | Wed., April 13 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | This game is dedicated as a Salute to Service Workers, Reading Night for kids and Wine & K-9s. ⚾️
Thursday, April 14
Pom Pom Squad | Thurs., April 14 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | With Chloe Lilac on the “Death of a Cheerleader” tour. 🎶
Ten Pound Snail, The Head, Solace Sovay | Thurs., April 14 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | A night of psych-rock.
Succulent and Sangria Workshop | Thurs., April 14 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Craft a terrarium and learn how to care for your succulents.
Weinstein Author Series: Kristen Green | Thurs., April 14 | 6 p.m. | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. | Free | The author will discuss + sign copies of her book, “The Devil’s Half Acre.” 📚
Children of World War II | Thurs., April 14 | 2 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | VA War Memorial Education Director Jim Triesler will use historical resources to discuss the impact of WWII on children in Britain, Germany, and the US.
Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Thurs., April 14 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | A night of fireworks along with a special Dancing with the Squirrels Salute to Ballroom Dance. ⚾️
Friday, April 15
MAN ON MAN with Trapcry and Kuni | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $14 | Modern rock + pop. 🎶
Beers and Banjos: Dalton Dash | Fri., April 15 | 6 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $5 | Name a better happy hour combo — we’ll wait. 🪕
Dale and the ZDubs | Fri., April 15 | 9 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | With DEADSUN, Dalton Dash + Riley.
“Life of Brian” | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See the 1979 comedy classic from the Monty Python crew. 🍿
Test Pattern 02: Shawné Michaelain Holloway | Fri., April 15 | 7 p.m. | Institute for Contemporary Art | Free | The hybrid performance series returns with “DEWCLAW.”
Virtual Genealogy Workshop | Fri., April 15 | 10 a.m. | Virtual | $10+ | Learn about the particulars of the 1950 census + get tips for finding missing ancestors.
Secret Garden Terrarium Workshop | Fri., April 15 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $55 | Bring a little magic into your home by building a terrarium. 🌱
Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Fri., April 15 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Celebrate #42’s legacy at Jackie Robinson Day. ⚾️
Saturday, April 16
Jordan Davis | Sat., April 16 | 7:30 p.m. | The National | $28+ | The Nashville artist stops by Richmond with Tenille Arts on his “Buy Dirt” tour. 🎶
Drag Brunch | Sat., April 16 | 11 a.m. | Capital Ale House, 623 E. Main St. | $20+ | Tickets are sold by the table for this show hosted by Chicki Parm.
Superchunk w/ Torres | Sat., April 16 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $22 | Indie rock out of Chapel Hill, NC. 🎶
The Magic Beans and Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country | Sat., April 16 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $15+ | A blend of funk, soul, electronica + bluegrass. 🎶
The Pack AD | Sat., April 16 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $12 | The pair of shredders will play with Ten Pound Snail and Cellar Dwellers.
The Temptations and The Four Tops | Sat., April 16 | 8 p.m. | Altria Theater | $55+ | Tunes from Motown + rock and roll legends.
Gellman Room Concert: America on the Road to Freedom | Sat., April 16 | 2 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St. | Free | Donovan Williams on violin and Hope Armstrong Erb on piano will play music from the 20th and 21st centuries. 🎻
“Moonrise Kingdom” | Sat., April 16 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Part of the Wes Anderson series at the Byrd. 💌
Kids Easter Terrarium | Sat., April 16 | 9 a.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $15 | Kids 6 and up can learn to make a festive terrarium. 🐥
Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop | Sat., April 16 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Create an ocean-inspired oasis for yourself or as a gift.
Patterson Pages: Adult Book Discussion Group | Sat., April 16 | 1 p.m. | RPL West End Branch, 5420 Patterson Ave. | Free | April’s book title is “Richmond’s Unhealed History” by Benjamin Campbell. 📚
Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Sat., April 16 | 6:00 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Squirrels Charities Night ends with more fireworks. ⚾️
Spring Richmond Makers Market | Sat., April 16 | 12-6 p.m. | Basic City Beer Co., 212 W. Sixth St. | Free entry | Shop goods from 40 local makers at this dog-friendly market. 🛍
Sunday, April 17
Twiddle + Andy Fransco and The U.N. | Sun., April 17 | 8 p.m. | The National | $25+ | $1 per ticket will support The White Light Foundation, which makes financial contributions to local nonprofits.
Fruit Bats w/ Johanna Samuels | Sun., April 17 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | Folk rock + indie out of Chicago. 🎶
Juan Wauters | Sun., April 17 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $15 | An evening with the indie singer-songwriter.
“Harvey” | Sun., April 17 | 2 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See this 1950 classic starring James Stewart on the big screen. 🐰
Flying Squirrels vs. Altoona Curve | Sun., April 17 | 1:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | The Kids Club will be hosting a pre-game Easter Egg Hunt. ⚾️
Mon., April 18 - Sun., April 24
Monday, April 18
Richmond Restaurant Week | Mon., April 18-Sun., April 24 | All day | Various locations | $35 | Support Feed More by enjoying a three-course meal at one of 30+ local restaurants. 🍽
Ductape Jesus and Digital Hell | Mon., April 18 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | The album release show will feature Raneshounds and Hunting Dog.
Circle Jerks, 7SECONDS, Negative Approach | Mon., April 18 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $25+ | An evening of hardcore punk. 🎶
Tuesday, April 19
ADULT., Kontravoid, Spike Hellis | Tues., April 19 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | Dance punk from Detroit. 🎶
The Oliver Wood Trio | Tues., April 19 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $25 | Oliver Wood of the Wood Brothers plays a show with Dori Freeman. 🎶
Shockoe Sessions Live | Tues., April 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to the livestream with singer-songwriter Carrie Brockwell.
“Don’t Look Up” | Tues., April 19 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | This Oscar-nominated film will be shown as part of the Science on Screen series at the Byrd. 🌍
Movie Mythbusting: The Book Thief | Tues., April 19 | 7 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Watch the movie beforehand and tune in for the interactive, family-friendly VMHC discussion.
Wavelength: Jenn Nkiru | Tues., April 19 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | The Nigerian-British artist + director gives a lecture presented by VCUarts + the ICA.
Common Ground Virginia History Book Group | Tues., April 19 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | “A Brave and Cunning Prince: The Great Chief Opechancanough and the War for America” will be the topic of discussion. 📚
Pathway to the American Revolution | Tues., April 19 | 10:30 a.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Join VA War Memorial Education Director Jim Triesler as he explores the origins of the American Revolution.
Wednesday, April 20
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong | Wed., April 20 | 8 p.m. | The National | $25+ | Funk grooves + psychedelic jams on the “Perspective” tour. 🎶
Greet Death, Infant Island, Downhaul | Wed., April 20 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $10 | Jam out with these rockers from Flint, MI.
Prabir Trio, Dead Billionaires, Dead Psychic, Sweet Potatoes | Wed., April 20 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $8 | Local bands play a special 420 show.
“Dazed and Confused” | Wed., April 20 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See Richard Linklater’s teen classic on the big screen. 🌞
We Have Skin in the Game | Wed., April 20 | 12 p.m. | The Science Museum of Virginia Barbara Thalhimer Theater | Free | Discover the science of skin at this Lunch Break Science program. 🧠
A Single Prayer | Wed., April 20-Sun., May 8 | Times vary | Firehouse Theatre, 1609 W. Broad St. | $30 | A new play by K. Jenkins, directed by Mark J. Lerman. 🎭
Midweek Matinees: “The French Dispatch” | Wed., April 20 | 2 p.m. | RPL West End Branch, 5420 Patterson Ave. | Free | Watch the latest Wes Anderson movie with snacks provided.
Thursday, April 21
Pi’erre Bourne | Thurs., April 21 | 7:30 p.m. | The National | $20+ | The rapper comes to Richmond on “The Purple Tour.” 🎶
Charles Wesley Godwin with Cody Christian | Thurs., April 21 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15+ | The singer will perform tracks from his “How the Mighty Fall” album. 🎶
Loving, Sipper | Thurs., April 21 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $16 | A night of alt-indie. 🎶
LIFT | Thurs., April 21 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $5 | With DJ Rometti, FredEx, PK, and Don Fuego. 🎶
That’s Gross! The Worst of Military Cuisine | Thurs., April 21 | 7 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | The VA War Memorial director + a panel of veterans will discuss the less-than-fine food in the military at this Popcorn Thursday event. 🍿
Book Talk with Lisa Samia | Thurs., April 21 | 6:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | The author will discuss her book, “The Nameless and Faceless Women of the Civil War,” at this American Civil War Museum program. 📚
Friday, April 22
Beartooth | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | The National | $33+ | Hardcore punk with Silverstein, The Devil Wears Prada + ERRA. 🎶
Hovvdy with Molly Parden | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $15 | Indie pop out of Austin. 🎶
Shannon and The Clams | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | $20+ | The band will play with Josephine Network + Strawberry Moon. 🎶
Blues and Brews | Fri., April 22 | 5 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | The Mike Lucci Band plays a free show.
“Planet of the Apes” | Fri., April 22 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | This 1968 sci-fi classic stars Charlton Heston. 🗽
Trio Terrarium Workshop | Fri., April 22 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $35 | Three times the terrariums, three times the fun. 🌱
Artist Talk: Carl Patow | Fri., April 22 | 5 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St. | Free | The artist will talk about his show, “And Then, There Were None.” 🦩
Saturday, April 23
Windhand w/ Ilsa and Wetwork | Sat., April 23 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry | Local doom metal. 🎶
The Wilson Springs Hotel | Sat., April 23 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | Jam at this EP release show with Palmyra and Brady Heck.
Legends on Grace: Nightcaps and Stories | Sat., April 23 | 8 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center Rhythm Hall, 600 E. Grace St. | $42+ | Purchase an in-person or virtual ticket to see this intimate concert by blues artists Andrew Alli + Josh Small. 🎶
“Rushmore” | Sat., April 23 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Part of the Wes Anderson series at the Byrd. 🧑🎨
Making History with LVA | Sat., April 23 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Help transcribe handwritten pages + historical newspapers for the Library of Virginia. ✍️
Boozy Bonsai | Sat., April 23 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Plant a juniper bonsai + learn about caring for the tree. 🌱
Succulent and Sangria Workshop | Sat., April 23 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Craft a terrarium and learn how to care for your succulents.
Richmond Doll Show | Sat., April 23 | 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Richmond Raceway | $6 | Check out antique + modern dolls, accessories, and bears. 🧸
Sunday, April 24
Good Morning with PACKS | Sun., April 24 | 7 p.m. | Richmond Music Hall, 623 E. Main St. | $18+ | Indie out of Melbourne, Australia. 🎶
Hashbury Collective and The Signature Move | Sun., April 24 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | Get ready to boogie with these local bands.
Unity Fest | Sun., April 24 | 12-8 p.m. | The National | Free | Stop by to hear 10 local bands in support of Starbucks Workers United. 🎶
“Some Like It Hot” | Sun., April 24 | 2 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis + Jack Lemmon share the screen in this 1959 classic. 🍿
Dish Garden Workshop | Sun., April 24 | 4:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $35 | Plenty of succulents, cacti, and decor to choose from. 🌵
Blues and Brews | Sun., April 24 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | 17th Street Market | Free entry | Good tunes + good eats in the Bottom. 🎷
Autism Walk and Community Festival | Sun., April 24 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Starts at John Marshall Court Building, 400 N. 9th St. | $20+ | Choose the virtual or in-person walk when you register.
Mon., April 25 - Sat., April 30
Monday, April 25
Godspeed You! Black Emperor | Mon., April 25 | 7:30 p.m. | The National | $25+ | The Montreal-based band comes to Richmond. 🎶
We Call This Courage, House and Home, Sleeve, Heavy is the Head, Contact | Mon., April 25 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | This will be the last show for the headliners.
Tuesday, April 26
Blunt, Orange Doors, Wallpaper | Tues., April 26 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | Metal + psychedelic rock.
Tipsy Terrarium Tuesday Workshop | Tues., April 26 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $26 | Learn how to take care of air plants and assemble a succulent terrarium. 🌱
Poe Museum’s 100th Anniversary | Tues., April 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Celebrate 100 years of The Poe Museum with Classical Revolution RVA, Chance Fischer + more on Shockoe Sessions Live. 🎶
Virginia Garden Week Tours | Tues., April 26 | 10 a.m. + 1 p.m. | Rothesay Circle neighborhood | $50 | Explore the James River neighborhood on a morning or afternoon tour.
Reclaiming Two-Spirits: Sexuality, Spiritual Renewal and Sovereignty in Native America | Tues., April 26 | 12 p.m. | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. | Free | Historian + author Gregory D. Smithers will discuss his book about Two-Spirits in Indigenous communities.
A Salute to WWII Veteran Russell Scott | Tues., April 26 | 7 p.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Remember the life of Scott, an Air Force veteran and longtime volunteer for the VA War Memorial.
Flying Squirrels v. Bowie Baysox | Tues., April 26 | 11:00 a.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Education Day means local students can spend the morning watching a game. ⚾️
Wednesday, April 27
Angel Du$t, Spiritual Cramp, Webbed Wing | Wed., April 27 | 7 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $18 | Get ready for a rockin’ night with these bands.
“The Last Waltz” | Wed., April 27 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | See Martin Scorsese’s 1978 music documentary on the big screen. 🎶
Flying Squirrels v. Bowie Baysox | Wed., April 27 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Feelin’ Squirrely Night means the first 1,000 fans receive a free silicone wine glass. ⚾️
Midweek Matinees: “American Underdog” | Wed., April 27 | 2 p.m. | RPL West End Branch, 5420 Patterson Ave. | Free | Watch the story of NFL quarterback Kurt Warner.
Virginia Garden Week Tours | Wed., April 27 | 10 a.m. + 1 p.m. | Dogwood Dell | $50 | Explore the neighborhood named for the historic bell tower on a morning or afternoon tour.
Thursday, April 28
“The Scary of Sixty-First” | Thurs., April 28 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Dasha Nekrasova’s horror film will be screened in 35MM film. 🍿
VMHC Lecture Series | Thurs., April 28 | 12 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tune in to the livestream of the talk “Becoming an Author: Amélie Rives’s Audacious Entrance into Publishing.”
Virginia Humanities Fellow Talk | Thurs., April 28 | 12 p.m. | Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St. | Free | Meredith Henne Baker will deliver a talk called “Garden Clubs Make History: How Virginia’s Gardening Women Changed a State.” 🌱
Spring Moss Wall | Thurs. April 28 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $45 | Learn to make a decorative moss wall with simple tools. 🌱
Flying Squirrels v. Bowie Baysox | Thurs., April 28 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Bring your black and gold spirit for VCU night. ⚾️
April UnHappy Hour | Thurs., April 28 | 6 p.m. | The Poe Museum, 1914 E. Main St. | Free entry | Wear your 1920s gear for a themed party celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Poe Museum.
Virginia Garden Week Tours | Thurs., April 28 | 10 a.m. + 1 p.m. | Park at First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary Street Rd. | $50 | Explore the World War I-era neighborhood on a morning or afternoon tour.
Salute to Service: Army Dental Corps | Thurs., April 28 | 10:30 a.m. | Virtual | Free, RSVP | Tune in to hear from retired Army Dentists Dr. Steven Barbieri + Dr. Howard Baranker. 🦷
Friday, April 29
Melvin Seals and JGB | Fri., April 29 | 5 p.m. | Brown’s Island | $30+ | Kendall Street Company joins the lineup of rockers.
Beers and Banjos | Fri., April 29 | 5 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | Free | Cary Street Ramblers will play a free show.
The Mitras | Fri., April 29 | 9 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | The band will play with The Firnats, Cellar Dwellers, and Cassidy Snider and The Wranglers.
“Alien” | Fri., April 29 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic + catch Bob Gulledge on the Mighty Wurlitzer. 👽
Flying Squirrels v. Bowie Baysox | Fri., April 29 | 6:30 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | Celebrate the culture + music of the Dominican Republic with Las Ardillas Voladoras de Richmond. ⚾️
Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop | Fri., April 29 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $40 | Create an ocean-inspired terrarium. 🌱
Saturday, April 30
Lotus with Big Something and LITZ | Sat., April 30 | 4 p.m. | Brown’s Island | $30+ | Instrumental electronic jams on Brown’s Island.
Squaring The Circle | Sat., April 30 | 8 p.m. | The Camel, 1621 W. Broad St. | $10 | With Rage Against the Cuisine.
Sacred Symbols | Sat., April 30 | 7 p.m. | The National | $50 | Last Stand Media will do a live recording of a podcast ranking PS4’s top 25 games with special guests The Snark Tank. 🎙
Gellman Room Concert: Joy of Music | Sat., April 30 | 2 p.m. | RPL Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St. | Free | Pianists Eliot Norman and Russell Wilson will join the Richmond String Ensemble for a classical music concert. 🎻
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” | Sat., April 30 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $8 | Part of the Wes Anderson series at the Byrd. 🗝
Carnivorous Workshop | Sat., April 30 | 6:30 p.m. | PlantHouse RVA, 2100 W. Cary St. | $45 | Build a terrarium with plants like fly traps, sundrews, and nepenthes. 🌱
VA Berry Cider Jam | Sat., April 30 | 12-7 p.m. | Blue Bee Cider, 1320 Summit Ave. | Free entry | Four cider releases , fruit and jam vendors + live music. 🍓
Flying Squirrels v. Bowie Baysox | Sat., April 30 | 6:00 p.m. | The Diamond | $10+ | The season’s first Faith Night + fireworks. ⚾️
Arts in the Park | Sat., April 30-Sun., May 1 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday | Byrd Park | Free | Pro tip: Park for free at City Stadium and take the complimentary shuttle to the park.
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