The Happenings in and around Richmond
Evening Guided House Tours at John Marshall House- ongoing through December 29
Looking for an evening activity before dinner? Visit the John Marshall House in Court End for a guided tour on the hour or half-hour between 4pm and 7pm every Thursday. Tickets are $10/adult; $8 for students. Visit online to purchase tickets, call (804) 648-7998, or just stop by! Join in on a game of Quoits on the lawn, and bring a picnic dinner to enjoy before or after your tour in our garden!
PopUp RVA at the Diamond- every Saturday through october
Every Saturday 10am-3pm head out to the Diamond for local artisans, crafters, woodworkers, clothing & accessories, candles, and much more. There is live music, food trucks, beer/wine & distilleries to enjoy as well.
Phantoms of franklin Ghost tour- through november
Come discover the eerie beauty of Richmond's turn of the century Franklin Street on an outdoor walking ghost tour. Home to many notable and beautiful landmarks, it's easy to see why spirits of days past would still linger here today. Packed with haunted history, this tour includes The Jefferson Hotel, Lindon Row Inn, Richmond Public Library, and more... Tickets are limited, so advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Time: 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM Price: Adults (Ages 13+): $20 online, $25 walk-up or by phone Kids (Ages 5-12): $15 online, $15 walk-up or by phone
Ashland Strawberry Faire- June 11
Celebrating 40 years! The Ashland Strawberry Faire is a free, family-oriented event which promotes the community, celebrates the strawberry harvest and raises funds for Hanover County scholarships. Come visit 300 vendors, including arts & crafts, non-profit groups and Hanover County businesses in historic Ashland, Virginia. The Faire is held on the tree-lined streets of beautiful Randolph-Macon College. Since 1982, the Faire has relied on community volunteers to run every aspect of the one-day event, which includes a Strawberry Parade, BARKing Lot, Pet Pageant and Motor Mile. There is truly something for the thousands who attend each year. Proceeds from the non-profit Faire provides scholarships and grants to local non-profit groups.
Saturday 10-5PM
Friday Cheers on Browns Island- May 6-June 24
The 37th annual Friday Cheers by Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is a weekly summer concert series on Brown's Island on Downtown's riverfront. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the entrance. Children 12 and under are free. Click the link below to find out where to buy advanced tickets and find out more about this event.