May 4 - May 5

East Coast Triathlon Festival

Innsbrook, (Markel Plaza) 4600 Cox Road, Richmond

A 2-day endurance festival with races for all ages and experience levels. There are 10 Races for youth and adult triathletes, runners, and duathletes of all levels. It is a

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May 4 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Indoor Yard Sale

St. Andrew's United Methodist Church 9801 Fort King Rd, Henrico

The Youth and Children of Saint Andrew’s UMC are hosting an indoor yard sale. Cash, checks, and cards are accepted. Benefits the Youth’s Playground+ Project, which aims to revitalize the

Free

May 4 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fermentation 101 Workshop

Lakeside Farmers' Market 6106 lakeside Ave, Richmond

This will be a small group workshop with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Be prepared for a hands on experience, where you will learn as we go, step-by-step. Discuss

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May 4 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Spring Plant Sale at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Spring Plant Sale at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond

More than 40 vendors selling plants and other garden-related items. Plus, this is a great chance to get all your gardening questions answered. Presented by Garden volunteers. Benefits the Garden’s

Free

May 4 @ 9:00 am - October 26 @ 12:00 pm

Manakin Farmers Market

Manakin Market 68 Broadstreet Road, Manakin

Fun for the whole family with food trucks, music, and kids' events Saturdays, 9am-Noon, May 4 through October 26

Free

May 4 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Stony Point Artisan Market

Stony Point Artisan Market

Stony Point Fashion Park 9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond

Local artists and makers selling handmade home décor, art, jewelry, apparel, and more. Outdoor Event, located in the green space outside of Anthropologie. Kid and dog friendly. Apr 6, Apr

Free

May 4 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Liberty or Death Church Tours

Liberty or Death Church Tours

St. John's Church 2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond

Visit St. John's Church, the location of the Second Virginia Convention, and hear the fascinating story of Patrick Henry and his 'Liberty or Death" speech in the heady days on

$

May 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour

Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour

Hollywood Cemetery Cherry and Albemarle streets

On a spectacular bluff overlooking the James River, Hollywood Cemetery has been the final resting place of some of Virginia’s most prominent citizens since 1847. This guided tour will explore

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May 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Storytime in the Garden

Story Time in the Garden

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond

Gather outside under the oaks in front of the Kelly Education Center each Friday and Saturday at 10 a.m. Children can also participate in a craft or hands-on activity. (Weather

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May 4 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm PopUp RVA at The Diamond

PopUp RVA at The Diamond

The Diamond 3001 N Boulevard, Richmond

A rotating lineup 50+ local artisans, crafters, and all kinds of local business vendors. Plus, local live music, adult beverages, including an extensive menu of flavored margaritas, dessert vendors, and

Free

May 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Julia Child: A Recipe for Life

Julia Child: A Recipe for Life

Virginia Museum of History and Culture 428 North Boulevard, Richmond

Julia Child’s insatiable curiosity and tenacious spirit drove her to endlessly try, test, prove, and communicate how to make delicious food. Learning to cook empowered Julia and she in turn

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May 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So Does the Story Exhibition

Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So Does the Story Exhibition

Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond

An exhibition organized by Lydia C. Thompson. Works by the presenting artists invite the audience to reconsider stereotypes based on community existing in physical and the mental state of environments,

$

May 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Spring Festival at Historic Eppington

Eppington 14201 Eppes Falls Rd, Chesterfield

Meet historical reenactors portraying Native, Powhatan, English colonists, Revolutionary War soldiers, and Civil War figures. Encounter historical figures like Thomas Jefferson, Francis Eppes, and Marquis de Lafayette. Experience colonial life

Free

May 4 @ 10:00 am - May 26 @ 6:00 pm

MRAA Exhibition The Art Your Walls Need at Boyd Realty

Boyd Realty 6784 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond

An eclectic mix of local artists, each with their unique vision. From contemporary abstract art to the details of realism, this curated collection promises to add life to your space.

Free

May 4 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Graduation Party

Main Library 101 East Franklin Street, Richmond

If your child has "graduated" from Imagination Library RVA by turning 5 years old, they'd love to honor and celebrate your child for being a part of the program. Enjoy

Free

May 4 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Arts in the Park

Arts in the Park 

Byrd Park 600 South Boulevard, Richmond

A nationally rated juried art show showcasing more than 350 exhibitors from around the country. Some categories include painting, pottery and ceramics, jewelry, furniture, photography, woodworking, glass, metal, sculpture, textiles,

Free

May 4 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Asian American Celebration

Greater Richmond Convention Center 403 N. 3rd Street, Richmond

Learn and celebrate Asian American communities in Central Virginia through cultural performances, culture booths, hands-on activities, food, and vendors. A vibrant celebration of Asian art, showcasing the rich cultural heritage

Free

May 4 @ 11:00 am - May 5 @ 6:00 pm

Arts in the Park

Byrd Park Carillon 1301 Blanton Ave., Richmond

Featuring over 350 artists displaying everything from fine art paintings, metal crafts, and pottery to jewelry and weavings, and local food vendors, too. Shuttles available from the City Stadium parking

Free

May 4 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Saturday Story Time

Saturday Story Time

Powhatan County Library 2270 Mann Road, Powhatan

Read books, sing songs, learn finger-plays, and more. Related craft afterwards.

Free

May 4 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

¿Qué Pasa? Festival 

Brown's Island 7th and Tredegar Streets, Richmond

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

Free

May 4 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Celtic Festival

The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education 17205 Mountain Rd, Montpelier

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

$

May 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Innsbrook 1-Mile Run

Innsbrook, (Markel Plaza) 4600 Cox Road, Richmond

An exciting evening mile race for all ages. This fast, out-and-back course is the opening event of the national East Coast Triathlon Festival. In addition to providing a fun family

$

May 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

3rd Annual Ashland Book Festival ft. Senator Tim Kaine

Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland

Senator Tim Kaine has served people throughout his life as a teacher, civil rights lawyer, and elected official. In 2019 Kaine commemorated both his sixtieth birthday and his twenty-fifth year

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May 4 @ 8:00 pm

Mozart, Price, and Beethoven

Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center 600 E Grace Street, Richmond

The Richmond Symphony, under Guest Conductor Anthony Parnther, performs Beethoven’s buoyant Eighth Symphony. Also, a masterwork by Black composerFlorence Price: her Third Symphony from 1938. Principal Horn Dominic Rotella is

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May 4 @ 8:00 pm - June 3 @ 9:30 pm ‘one in two’ by Donja R. Love

‘one in two’ by Donja R. Love

Richmond Triangle Players 1300 Altamont, Richmond

Three Black queer men sit in an ethereal waiting room, inviting audiences to join them in a powerful theatrical experiment that is equal parts harrowing, hilarious, and hopeful. One actor

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