Festivals

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Farmers markets in and around Richmond
See where to stock up on seasonal produce around the city, from year-round shopping to in-season markets.
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Add to cal: The RVA Craft Beer Festival
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RVA fall activity guide
There’s a whole lot to love about spending the fall season in Richmond, from pumpkin + apple picking to scare-worthy haunts + classic movie screenings.
September 22, 2025
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Your ultimate guide to Richmond festivals
See when the biggest River City parties are going down.
September 2, 2025
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Asked: What bands will play the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront?
Give us your best guess — the amphitheater is set to open in summer 2025.
October 16, 2024
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Iron Blossom returns for year 2
Expect some extra traffic and parking congestion near the former Training Center on Leigh
September 19, 2024
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Culture
Mark your calendar for these Oktoberfest events
Enjoy brews, food, music, contests, and more at Oktoberfest celebrations around the River City
September 12, 2024
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Culture
Richmond: What are you most excited for this fall?
Whether it’s the cooler weather or one of the myriad local festivals, we want to know what you’re looking forward to this autumn
August 28, 2024
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Flying Squirrels release schedule for 2025 season
Announce inaugural July 4 festival in place of home game.
August 12, 2024
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See who’s performing at Pridefest in Richmond
The Virginia Pride celebration will take place at Bon Secours Training Center on Sept. 14.
August 5, 2024
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The RVA Duck Race returns for 2024
The race and sensory-friendly festival support Richmond’s autism community
July 31, 2024
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A hand-painted emblem represents Legend Brewing Company's "My Faire Lady" beer. The painting is in the shape of an oval with two overlaid gold and navy blue banners below the bottom rim of the oval; the first, outer layer of the oval includes the text, "My Faire Lady" and a wreath of greenery; the interier oval includes encompassing greenery over a red background on the top section and a green background on the bottom section; a white unicorn, central to the emblem, rears its front legs upward, and a woman wearing a navy blue dress with red and gold accent + a gold hood sits atop the unicorn, weilding an upward sword.
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