Festivals and Events
Many of the region’s festivals and events happen downtown each year. There are the annual traditions as well as a number of new events each year. Check out the Downtown Events section on this Web site to learn more about the events and activities.
For a calendar of events, visit discoverrichmond.com. Weekly event listings are also available in the Richmond Times-Dispatch, Richmond Free Press, Style Weekly and The Voice as well as online at inrich.com, richmond.com, and weeklyrant.com.
Each year Venture Richmond produces a series of events that energizes downtown and unites Richmond. Mark you calendar for our exciting 2008 events:
- Easter on Parade, March 23
- River District Canal Cruises, April 4 – Nov. 16
- Friday Cheers, May 9 - June 27
- 2nd Street Festival, October 4-5
- Richmond Folk Festival, October 10, 11, 12
For more information about these events visit the Venture Richmond Events.