23 Things to Do in Richmond This Week · April 30–May 3, 2026

Music & Nightlife

The English Channel – Heroes & Legends – Bygone Icons

The English Channel performs a tribute show celebrating heroes, legends, and bygone icons at The Tin Pan.

Friday, May 1, 2026 8:00 PM · The Tin Pan, Richmond

The Strokes at Allianz Amphitheater

Iconic New York rock band The Strokes perform live at the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront in Richmond.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond

KXRAVE Richmond with BPM.RVA

KXRAVE lands in Richmond in collaboration with BPM.RVA for a packed night of electronic music featuring six DJs and producers.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Richmond

Rhythm City Collective Compilation Album Launch

Richmond-based Rhythm City Collective debuts their first compilation album featuring 10 artists on all platforms and on vinyl through their website.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Richmond

Batman 1989 In Concert

The Richmond Symphony performs the iconic score to Tim Burton's Batman (1989) live in concert at Altria Theater.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 7:00 PM · Altria Theater, Richmond

Date Night

Curate by Dianna Vision Board Workshop

Curate by Dianna hosts an aesthetic vision board workshop combining guided creative activities with artful styling and community connection.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Richmond

An Evening with October London, Lalah Hathaway & Eric Bénet

A soulful triple-bill concert featuring October London, Lalah Hathaway, and Eric Bénet at Altria Theater.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 8:00 PM · Altria Theater, Richmond

Arts & Culture

Spotlight on SPARC: Once Upon A Stage

A fundraising gala featuring enchanting performances by 40+ SPARC students at the Dominion Energy Center's Carpenter Theatre, with dinner, open bar, and auction.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 5:30 PM · Dominion Energy Center's Carpenter Theatre, Richmond

Prince: Black, White & Color with Steve Parke

Guests share firsthand experiences with Prince and discuss Steve Parke's photography book marking the 10th anniversary of Prince's passing.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:00 PM · Fountain Bookstore, 1307 E Cary St, Richmond

Mary Lovelace O'Neal: Blacker Than a Hundred Midnights Down in a Cypress Swamp

A major solo exhibition of paintings by Mary Lovelace O'Neal, now on view at VMFA through August 2, 2026.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 10:00 AM · VMFA, 21st-Century Art Gallery, Richmond

Second Fridays at Visual Arts Center of Richmond

VisArts opens its studios and galleries to the public on the second Friday of each month for all ages — a free community art night in the heart of Richmond.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Visual Arts Center of Richmond, Richmond

& Juliet

The hit Broadway jukebox musical & Juliet comes to Richmond as part of the Broadway in Richmond 2025/2026 Season.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · Altria Theater, Richmond

Festivals & Special Events

Arts in the Park 2026

The 55th annual Arts in the Park festival brings fine art, crafts, food, and live entertainment to one of Richmond's beloved spring traditions.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Richmond

Cinco De Mayo: Scott's Addition Block Party

A lively Cinco de Mayo block party in Scott's Addition with food, drinks, and outdoor festivities at Parlay Bar & Lounge.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 2:00 PM · Parlay Bar & Lounge, Scott's Addition, Richmond

Dominion Energy Riverrock

RVA's ultimate outdoor adventure festival returns with live music, rock climbing, paddling competitions, and more along Historic Tredegar and the James River Park System.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · Historic Tredegar and James River Park System, Richmond

Free Events

LGBTQ History of Carytown Walking Tour

A pay-what-you-will walking tour exploring the LGBTQ+ history of Carytown from the 1970s to the present.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:00 PM · Byrd Theatre, 2908 West Cary Street, Richmond

Let's Hang Richmond Month-End Social at Bingo Beer Co

Let's Hang Richmond's month-end social mixer returns at Bingo Beer Co in Scott's Addition — RSVP free and show up to meet new people over drinks.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 6:00 PM · Bingo Beer Co, Scott's Addition, Richmond

Food & Drink

Napa Kitchen & Wine Garden Pop-up

Napa Kitchen & Wine is in full bloom for their Garden Pop-up through the end of August, serving chef-driven California-inspired dishes and a curated wine list in a lush outdoor setting.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Napa Kitchen & Wine, Richmond

Harry's at Hofheimer Sing-Along Brunch

Harry's at Hofheimer in Scott's Addition hosts their popular sing-along brunch series, combining live music entertainment with weekend brunch.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Harry's at Hofheimer, Scott's Addition, Richmond

Outdoors & Active

Riverfront Canal Cruises

Take a scenic guided boat tour along Richmond's historic canal system with Venture Richmond's Riverfront Canal Cruises.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Riverfront Canal Walk, Downtown Richmond

804 Run Club Wednesday Night Run

Richmond's 804 Run Club meets every Wednesday night for a social group run at a welcoming, party-pace — all speeds and newcomers welcome.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · Hardywood, Richmond

Sports

Richmond Flying Squirrels Home Game

The Richmond Flying Squirrels play ball at their home stadium in the new season — catch America's pastime at one of RVA's most beloved sports traditions.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · CarMax Park, Richmond

Richmond Kickers Home Match

The Richmond Kickers face Charlotte in USL Cup action at home — cheer on Richmond's beloved soccer club at their home stadium.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Richmond