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 Old-fashioned Fourth |
3400 Mountain Road (Meadow Farm) Richmond, VA 23229 United States +1 804 501 5520 |
Try your luck at watermelon seed-spitting or enter a pie-eating contest. Enjoy bluegrass music, clogging and examples of blacksmithing and country doctoring. Dunking booths and other games add to the excitement. The fun comes to a climax when a fife and drum corps introduces the main event, a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cannons and fireworks |
1300 Blanton Avenue (Dogwood Dell) Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 780 8137 |
Cannons fire as the Richmond Concert Band plays Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture." This famous piece and other patriotic and popular music entertains spectators. Then the bells of the Carillon, a Georgian bell tower, chime as fireworks light the sky in an impressive display. Treats like sno-cones and popcorn are available from vendors. Most who attend the event bring a picnic. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Santa Claus and friends |
W Broad St Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 559 6113 http://www.richmondchristmaspa... |
More than 20 floats parade through downtown Richmond in celebration of the Christmas season. The procession begins at DMV Drive and continues down Broad Street to the Richmond Coliseum. Santa Claus, of course, comes to town in the parade each year. Other floats include those of local retailers and have included Mickey and Minnie Mouse. About 25,000 people attend each year and the parade is broadcast live on WTVR-TV 6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Arts in the park |
1300 Blanton Avenue Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 646 3355 / +1 804 646 1437 http://www.ci.richmond.va.us/d... |
Climb the 240-foot Georgian bell tower for a great view of Byrd Park, a spot filled with people lounging on the grass and playing Frisbee with or without their pets. On summer evenings, a free performing arts festival here draws hundreds of picnicking spectators. Bring along your own food and drinks and join them on the grass. The Richmond Ballet, bands and theater groups perform. A spectacular Fourth of July fireworks display is the highlight of the festival. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Victorian Easter |
2201 Shields Avenue Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 358 7166 http://www.maymont.org/ |
The Easter Bunny comes to Maymont! Eggs are hidden throughout the park for happy hunters' hands to find. The Victorian mansion, petting zoo, wild animal preserve and themed gardens are perfect for post egg-gathering exploration. Easter bonnet contests, pony rides and music add to the entertainment. Admission is free, but a few activites charge a fee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An elaborate tree, an elegant setting |
101 West Franklin St Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 788 8000 / +1 800 424 8014 http://www.jefferson-hotel.com/ |
A few days before the official illumination of Richmond on December 1, the Jefferson Hotel lights its magnificent tree. Although the tree at the Executive Mansion draws more onlookers when first lit, the Christmas tree at the Jefferson is more elaborate and, in many ways, more impressive. Joyous music of the holiday season fills the ornate lobby. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bands and bagpipes |
600 E Laburnum Ave (Richmond Racing Complex) Richmond, VA 23222 United States +1 804 569 3200 / +1 800 588 3247 http://www.richmondceltic.com |
Each October, amidst the bright, vibrant flush of fall leaves, the Richmond Highland Games take place. Irish dancing, games and Celtic sporting events are some of the many fun activities. Music competitions include Irish and Scottish fiddling, pipe bands and individual pipers and drummers. Stroll through the market and enjoy traditional foods and products as you listen to the haunting sounds of bagpipes. Admission: $16 for one day, $22 for the weekend. Children 10 and under are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Revel by the River |
7th & Tredegar St (Brown's Island) Richmond, VA 23220 United States +1 804 788 6466 http://www.citycelebrations.or... |
Numerous regional microbreweries and vendors set up shop at this festival and offer a chance to sample more than 40 hand crafted domestic and imported beers. Taste delicious brews like Rappahannock Ale, Legend and Work Beer. Then enjoy the musical entertainment and some of the best seafood in town. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. Tasting mugs are available for a fee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Tomato is King! |
100, North 17th Street 17th Street Farmers' Market Richmond, VA 23219 United States +1 804 646 0477 / +1 804 647 0310 (Organizers) http://www.17thstreetfarmersma... |
Come summer and you can take part in this unusual, fun event. You can taste, smell and buy the best quality tomatoes, grown in Richmond. This red vegetable fest also offers regional folk music concerts, plenty of tomato related activities for children. There are jugglers and magicians too! And the event is free of cost. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Viva la fair! |
600 E Laburnum Ave (Richmond Raceway Complex) Richmond, VA 23222 United States +1 804 569 3200 / +1 800 588 3247 http://www.statefair.com |
Wander through the glittering lights of the Midway, filled with rides like the Ferris wheel and carousel. Visitors to the fair can also take a thrilling helicopter ride, watch a rodeo, enjoy nightly fireworks and visit the State Fair Nursery and Equine area, where livestock is on display. Sampling of traditional fair fare like candy apples, cotton candy and elephant ears adds to the whole experience. Special events include concerts at the Classic Amphitheatre, showcases of regional products and a living history village. Gate Admission: weekends $11, weekends $13, 11-day pass $19-26. Discounts for kids and seniors; advance sale tickets and season passes are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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