Plan Ahead: 40+ June events in Richmond | Another month has come and gone. But don’t fret. Summer officially starts in June, and we’ve got the biggest + best happenings to start filling in your calendar.
Dine out for Pride in RVA | Here’s your excuse to go out to eat next week. The week of June 1-8, over two dozen restaurants in Richmond will make donations to support local LGBTQ+ organizations.
Jurassic Quest | Friday, May 30-Sunday, June 1 | Times vary | Greater Richmond Convention Center | $29 | Join the world’s largest dino event with life-size replicas, educational opportunities, and family-friendly fun galore.
Friday Cheers | 6 p.m. | Brown’s Island | $10+ | Head to the riverside for this fan-favorite concert series — this week, it’s Josiah and the Bonnevilles with Jonathan Paige Brown Jr.
Paint Your Partner with Goats | 6-8:30 p.m. | Pactamere Farm, Glen Allen | $82 | Hilarity, creativity, and cuteness combine at this unique event — remember to send a photo first.
Saturday, May 31
Something Blue: Goodwill Two-Day Bridal Pop Up | Saturday, May 31-Sunday, June 1 | Times vary | Price of purchase | Goodwill Stratford Hills Store | If you have a wedding on the horizon, you might want to stop in for this budget-savvy bridal sale.
Hydrangeas Walk and Talk | 10-11:30 a.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $22 | Join garden guide Rich Waiton on this informative tour of the grounds’ beautiful summer shrubs, scheduled for peak bloom time.
River City Roller Derby | 5-9 p.m. | Greater Richmond Convention Center | $12 | Head to the flat track and let the good times roll with this derby double-header — a great intro to the high-octane sport.
Haunted History Tour | 7p.m., 8:15 p.m., 9:30 p.m. | Bacon’s Castle | $29 | Hear tales of eerie happenings while being led through the 360-year-old halls.
Sunday, June 1
Hot Girl Walk | 11 a.m. | Nudefx Richmond | Free | The name piques interest — the post-walk coffee, flowers, and social time at Niche Pilates Studios seals the deal.
Books & Brews | 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.
Thursday, June 5
History Notes | 6-8 p.m. | Virginia Museum of History and Culture | $50+ | Enjoy an evening of history + music, featuring works that honor international and Indigenous communities who supported the colonies in their journey to forge a new nation.*
Saturday, Aug. 2 at Agecroft Hall — thus marks the return of The Richmond Renaissance Faire. Warriors in Bloom will be “a celebration of bold figures who dared to defy conventions,” according to the crew’s press release. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. — an intentional coordination with Joan of Arc Day.
Travel
When folks in Virginia search for travel tips, there’s one country that’s trending on Google — Japan. Maybe they’re planning a trip to one of our sister cities, Saitama.
Number
$35. That’s how much Southwest travelers have to pay for one checked bag after the airline implemented its new checked bag policy this week. Traveling soon? See our tips for flying out of RIC, including parking recommendations, unique nonstop flights, and airport eatery info. (Wall Street Journal)
Eat
As May — aka National Burger Month — comes to a close, DoorDash has released data on the most popular burger in each state. Turns out, Virginia is flipping out over turkey burgers. If this sparked a craving, Slay Burgers comes highly recommended by local diners. (Food & Wine)
Kids
The starting cost for a single-day ticket to Universal’s new Epic Universe, which the public can begin using on Sunday, June 1, will set you back $139. Food for thought: The same amount of money could get you multiple year-long memberships to Metro Richmond Zoo. (USA Today)
City
Did you know? There are three ways to get help for non-emergency situations in Richmond. Call 3-1-1, submit a request through the online portal, or download the smartphone app.*
Try This
Round up the whole fam and head to the Children’s Museum of Richmond for “From Here to There,” a summer exhibition where kids can embark on a hands-on journey through the science of travel — by land, sea, and sky. See what it’s like.*
City Guide
City Guide
Your guide to dog-friendly spots around Richmond
Even pups love taco Tuesdays at Casa del Barco. | Photo via Casa del Barco
From private membership canine country clubs like Ruff Canine Club to elite hotels with pet-friendly policies, it only makes sense that Richmond ranks in Forbes’ States With the Most Spoiled Dogs list, and we’re here for it.
Dig into this guide for dog-friendly businesses around the 804.
Breweries
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Hang out at the outdoor beer garden with your pup by your side, and try their vast selection of drafts.
Restaurants
Bottoms Up Pizza
A staple of Shockoe Bottom, this pizzeria has been making gourmet pizzas for 20+ years and welcomes you and the pup to dine in on the downstairs patio.
Shopping
ILYSM Books Does your dog have a knack for pre-loved literature? Take ‘em to Brookland Park’s pup-friendly bookstore to browse the shelves.
Hotels
Graduate Richmond
Enjoy this mod-meets-preppy indoor space with your pup for $75 per night.
A great find in Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale. Get up to 60% off dresses, shoes, tees, and beauty before the sale ends this weekend. Here’s what we’re eyeing:
Let’s be honest — it’s been another tough week in Richmond. But we’ve got an idea.
Here at RICtoday, we love to support local businesses. Send us the small businesses impacted by this week’s water crisis, and we’ll give some shout outs in a newsletter next week, or on our socials.
