News & Events

July 12, 2023

Summertime in Richmond

Welcome to Richmond, Virginia, where the summer heat is on and the city is brimming with exciting events and activities to make your July unforgettable. As you explore the capital of the Commonwealth, you'll discover diverse experiences, blending rich history, stunning natural landscapes, and a thriving arts and cultural scene. This July, Richmond offers an array of events that cater to all interests, from music festivals and art exhibits to outdoor adventures and culinary delights. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Richmond through the endless experiences and opportunities the city has to offer.

Here are a few of the events happening around the Richmond area this month:

Boone Homes

  • Event: Boone Homes Lemonade Stand (Free)
  • Dates: Saturday | July 15, 2023
  • Location: Boone Homes Model Home at Chickahominy Falls | 10401 Meadow Woods Court, Glen Allen, VA 23059
  • Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
  • Description: Quench your thirst with a glass of lemonade this Saturday at our Chickahominy Falls model home. Meet our sales team, tour the model home, and visit the amenity-abundant 55+ community.

Music 

  • Event: Tuesday Open Mic (Free)
  • Dates: Tuesday | May 30, 2023 – May 28, 2024
  • Location: Three Notch’d Brewing Company | 2930 West Broad Street
  • Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM

Family Fun

  • Event: Downtown Sunset Bike Tour (Free)
  • Dates: Thursday | September 15, 2022 – August 3, 2023
  • Location: Basket & Bike / RVA on Wheels Shop | 1301 E. Cary St
  • Time: 5:30 – 8:00 PM

The Arts in RVA

  • Event: June-July Exhibits (Free)
  • Dates: Recurring Daily | June 24, 2023 – July 22, 2023
  • Location: Art Works | 320 Hull Street
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Outdoor 

  • Event: Fidos After 5 (Regular Garden Admission)
  • Dates: 7/13/2023, 7/27/2023, 8/10/2023, 8/24/2023
  • Location: Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | 1800 Lakeside Avenue
  • Time: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

Food

  • Event: Scott’s Addition Food Tour ($65)
  • Dates: Recurring Daily | August 27, 2021 - December 29, 2023
  • Location: Discover Richmond Food Tours| Various Locations
  • Time: 2:00 – 4:30 PM

Only in RVA

  • Event: PopUp RVA At The Diamond (Free)
  • Dates: Saturday | April 1, 2023 - October 28, 2023
  • Location: Richmond Flying Squirrels| 3001 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Drink

  • Event: Flowers & Wine Event (Free Entry, Workshop Prices Vary)
  • Dates: Saturday | July 15, 2023
  • Location: Ashton Creek Vineyard| 14501 Jefferson Davis Highway
  • Time: noon – 6:00 PM

History

  • Event: 200 Years, 200 Stories (Free)
  • Dates: Weekly (Monday-Saturday) | January 24, 2023 – October 28, 2023
  • Location: Library of Virginia / Lobby| 800 East Broad Street
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM


The Richmond area is bursting with excitement this July. Explore its diverse experiences, from music festivals and art exhibits to outdoor adventures and culinary delights. Enjoy the Tuesday Open Mic for live music, the Downtown Sunset Bike Tour for family fun, and the June-July Exhibits at Art Works. Don't miss Fidos After 5 at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or the Scott's Addition Food Tour for a taste of Richmond's cuisine. Experience the unique PopUp RVA at The Diamond and the Flowers & Wine Event at Ashton Creek Vineyard. Dive into history at the 200 Years, 200 Stories exhibit at the Library of Virginia. July in Richmond is a month filled with endless possibilities and unforgettable moments.

For more information about the listed events and a full calendar: https://www.visitrichmondva.com/events/


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