Inspire yourself to get out + about this summer. | Photo by RICtoday | Photo by RICtoday
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, and text all your friends. We’ve rounded up 30+ events you can head to this June.
Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
Sit outside and enjoy the warm weather. | Photo via Hardywood
Out and about
Blooming with Pride | Saturday, June 1 | 12-4 p.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $20 | Celebrate Pride Month with an afternoon of vendor shopping, live music, and drag performances.
Books & Brews | Sunday, June 1 + Sunday, June 15 | 4-6 p.m. | Intermission Beer Company, Glen Allen | Free | It’s like a “show and tell” for whatever you just finished reading — plus you can grab a beer or two.
Theater
“Smoke” | Sunday, June 1-Saturday, June 7 | Times vary | Firehouse Theatre | $35+ | Reserve your seat for this this dark comedy exploring the fragility of truth as a NYC couple attends a lavish family wedding.
Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical” | Thursday, June 12-Sunday, June 15 | Times vary | Lora M. Robins Theatre (Steward School) | $20 | Youth and adults take to the stage for this magical narrative, beloved for decades.
RVA Old-Time Jam | 7-9 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery | Free | This Appalachian-style jam session has been drawing out music lovers for 10+ years.
Profs & Pints: New Views of the Universe | 6-8:30 p.m. | Triple Crossing Brewing - Fulton | $14+ | Join former NASA researcher Jack Singal to explore distant galaxies and zoom in on the art of the telescope.
Cowbell Comedy | 9-11 p.m. | Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint | $9 | Come for the comedy, and stay for the $2 PBRs.
Friday, May 30
Car Show | 1-3 p.m. | The Crossroads at Bon Air | Free | Rev up your interest in classic cars with this family-friendly showcase, backed by local food vendors + a DJ slinging oldies tunes.
For non-emergency city services, 3-1-1 is your go-to resource. | Photo by RICtoday
From reporting potholes and missed trash pickups to trail issues, RVA 311 is here to help address non-emergency situations in Richmond.
The team at RVA 311 receives and routes requests to numerous city agencies, including Public Works, Public Utilities, Social Services, Finance, Code Enforcement, and more.
There are three ways to get help:
Call 3-1-1 or 804-646-7000 to talk to a Citizen Service Representative.
The City of Richmond issued a Boil Water Advisory yesterday at midday, affecting some city areas. Find more information and check if the advisory is still in effect on the city’s site.
Biz
The JWC Foundation launched Black Owned RVA, a growing map of Richmond’s Black-owned brick-and-mortar locations. Locals can add their own businesses to the site through JWC’s submission portal.
Development
Earlier this month, VCU finalized a purchase for a six-story parking garage on East Cary and South 14th streets. The $7-million property is slated for improved student and faculty parking. “The deal comes out to around $8,000 per parking space,” according to Richmond BizSense.
Nonprofit
Tablespoons Bakery announced its imminent closure earlier this spring, but the nonprofit’s decade-long run isn’t over yet. This Friday, May 30, Tablespoons will honor its impact with Dough Si Dough, an inclusive + celebratory dance party from 6 to 8 p.m. (CBS 6)
Ranked
Beaucoup oyster and cocktail bar + Chochiloco both earned spots on Southern Living’s “20 Best New Restaurants in the South.” Time to celebrate with a tequila oyster shooter from Beaucoup and a Mango Mio cocktail from Chochiloco.
Family
Ever wondered what makes a hot air balloon rise or a race car go vroom? Explore the mechanics behind motion at “From Here to There” — a new traveling exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s downtown location, open now through Sept. 7. Take a closer look.*
Active
Running a fall race? Join a Sports Backers Training Team and get expert coaching + training buddies for the Allianz Richmond Marathon, CarMax Richmond Half, or VCU Health Richmond 8k. Train better together.*
Try This
From reporting potholes and missed trash pickups to trail issues, RVA 311 is here to help address non-emergency situations in Richmond. Learn more + submit a request.*
Fun Fact
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The Wrap
The Wrap
Another boil advisory was not on our 2025 mood board.
Yesterday, we were faced with the familiar feeling of scrolling through social media and seeing business after business announce temporary closure or reduced hours. On the flip side, we were reminded how instantly our communities jump to help one another.
After the advisory is lifted, consider stopping by an affected business for your next coffee or lunch to offer them some extra support.
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