Things to do

Things to Do in Richmond, Virginia

From major festivals on the riverfront to gallery openings, live music, library programs, and neighborhood gatherings, Richmond's calendar has something in most seasons and for most interests.

Live event calendars

These providers maintain their own listings. Open the live calendar to browse dates, categories, venues, and event details.

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Richmond CultureWorks

A broad arts-and-culture calendar for Richmond and the Tri-Cities, including music, theater, film, visual arts, history, family activities, and free events.

Browse the CultureWorks calendar ↗
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Visit Richmond Region

A visitor-friendly calendar of festivals, concerts, sports, attractions, and major events across the Richmond region.

Browse regional events ↗
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Richmond Public Library

Library programs, workshops, storytimes, readings, community events, and activities for different ages.

Browse library events ↗

Finding your kind of Richmond

Richmond's events aren't limited to the large festivals or ticketed shows. The city's cultural life also includes small galleries, independent theaters, neighborhood festivals, museum programs, public lectures, music in intimate venues, and activities organized by libraries and community groups.

For a simple visit, choose a date, filter by interest and location, then verify the details at the destination before leaving. Free and pay-what-you-will activities can be especially useful for families and anyone exploring the city on a budget.

More ideas for a day out

Useful categories to explore through current local listings.

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Live music

Concerts, local performers, and music festivals.

Find music ↗
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Arts & museums

Exhibitions, gallery shows, talks, and workshops.

Explore arts ↗