It seems like wrapping up the bike races has left Richmond in a daze and wanting more! Fall is already a beautiful time of year in the city, what’s a better way to enjoy it than to have an amazing month of fall festivals!
State Fair of Virginia
It started in late September and runs through Sunday October 4th at Meadow Event Park adjacent to King’s Dominion. Get your funnel cake a farm animal petting on at this much loved State Fair! statefairva.org
RVA Field of Dreams Fest
Friday, October 2nd
Gates at 4:30
Held at the Diamond, come enjoy live music, local craft beer and wine as well as local food! Proceeds go to bettering Richmond’s inner-city youth baseball facilities. Advanced tickets are $30 and $45 at the gate. http://www.rvafieldofdreamsfest.com/
Gallmeyer Farms Fall Festival
Saturday, October 3rd
10 am— 5 pm
Looking for fresh, outdoor family fun? This is the place to be. Bring a picnic, take a pony ride and browse the locally grown produce along with other craft vendors and local businesses. Enjoy live music, free parking, free admission and free hayrides! Get the family together and head out to Gallmeyer Farms.
Hogtober
Saturday, October 3rd
12 pm— Dusk
The Church Hill Association and Style Weekly are throwing this annual Libbie Hill bash complete with all the great BBQ Richmond has to offer. Live music, beer and face-painting for the kids, there’s something for everyone, including vegetarians at this much anticipated Church Hill Festival.
2nd Street Festival
Saturday, October 3— Sunday, October 4
This fun festival stretches from Broad St all the way to Jackson Street celebrating African-American heritage with food and music.
Party on the Avenues
Sunday, October 4th
12 pm— 6pm
From Libbie Avenue at Patterson to Guthrie, Party on the Avenues celebrates the charm of the Libbie/Grove/Patterson area of Richmond. The event is free to attend, bring the family for kid’s activities and enjoy live music, food and beer. partyontheavenues.com
Richmond Folk Festival
Friday, October 9— Sunday, October 11
The next big international event to hit RVA! Don’t miss the chance to see dance, vocal and instrumental acts from around the globe at this favorite Richmond festival. Admission is free! Check out the musical schedule and plan your trip around the world. richmondfolkfestival.com
Richmond Oktoberfest
Friday, October 16— Saturday, October 17
In the Old Dominion Building at the Richmond International Raceway, come enjoy German food, music, beer and dancing in a traditional style Oktoberfest celebration! richmondoktoberfestinc.com
VCU Broad St Mile
Saturday, October 17
10 am— 2 pm
Join the 5K walk/run and festival on Broad Street between Belvedere and Hermitage Road! Support different charities or causes of your choice with different race options. Entertainment, food, fitness demonstrations and kid’s activities included! http://www.vcubroadstreetmile.com/info/
Virginia Hops & Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 17
Gates 12 pm
At the Heritage Amphitheater at Pocahontas State Park enjoy live music until 9 pm while sampling beers from 20 Virginia Craft Breweries! Tickets are $12.50 in advance and $15 at the gate. http://vahopsfest.com/
Kickin’ Chicken Wingfest
Sunday, October 18
17th Street Farmers Market hosts yet another fun festival. Eat wings, see who wins tasting contests while enjoying a cold one.
Festival of India
Saturday, October 24 — Sunday, October 25
Experience the culture of India through food and music at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. thefestivalofindia.org
Scott’s Addition Pumpkin Festival
Saturday, October 24
12 pm— 6pm
All pumpkin themed food, live music and craft beer at this harvest festival. Held on Boulevard from Leigh to Broad Streets. scottsadditionpumpkinfestival.com
Fire, Flour & Fork
Wednesday, October 28— November 1
A curated variety of food related events including educational tours, tastings, chef dinners and beer and wine pairings. Many of the events are sold out, so grab your ticket to get on board Richmond’s foodie train! fireflourandfork.com
First Annual Richmond Voodoo Festival
Thursday, October 29
Doors 8 pm
For those of you who are Halloween enthusiasts, check out the Voodoo festival at The Broadberry! Enter the costume contest for a $250 cash prize, enjoy live music and Cajun catering! https://www.facebook.com/events/1491085151190141/
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