“Richmond, Virginia, is known world-wide for its food, craft beer, art, music and outdoor activities, and the region celebrates these year-round with many exciting festivals and events,” says Toni Bastian, group tour and visitor center manager for Richmond Regional Tourism. “These festivals, many of which are free to the public, showcase the local culture and spirit of RVA.”
Here are profiles of three of the events she recommends:
Dominion Energy Riverrock (May)
The weekend-long event, which is the largest outdoor sports and music festival in the United States, features mud runs, kayaking, bouldering and the ultimate air dog competitions.
Fire, Flour and Fork (October or November)
This four-day food festival showcases the best of Richmond’s thriving culinary scene. Chefs, bakers and bartenders from local restaurants—along with their friends from around the country—headline dining events, lead behind-the-scenes tours, provide demonstrations and offer seminars.
Richmond Folk Festival (October)
One of Virginia’s largest annual events, the Richmond Folk Festival celebrates the roots, richness and variety of American culture through music, dance, crafts and food.
For more information on these and other annual events in Richmond, email Bastian or go to visitrichmondva.com.
Top photo: Richmond’s Fire, Flour and Fork festival
Photo by Brandon Hambright
