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Things to do in Richmond, VA
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in Richmond, VA. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
10 hand-picked things to do in Richmond, VA right now · 4 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Richmond, VA
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Day 1
MorningFall Foliage Along the James River Park System
Peak autumn colors begin setting in along the T. Tyler Potterfield Bridge and Belle Isle trails, offering crisp morning strolls.
AfternoonSub Rosa Bakery
Wood-fired heritage grain bakery in Church Hill baking exceptional flaky kouign-amann and sourdough loaves that sell out fast.
EveningMamma Mia! (Touring)
The smash-hit musical celebration fills the grand historic auditorium with ABBA's timeless upbeat anthems.
Day 2
MorningVirginia Apple & Cider Harvest Season
Orchards across the greater Richmond metro area feature fresh press cider, crisp honeycrisps, and warm apple cider donuts.
AfternoonL'Opossum
Eclectic fine dining pairing whimsical, high-end French-inspired plates with an unforgettable, theatrical interior design.
EveningSeven Teller: Official Phish Afterparty
Late-night jam session running well past curfew for fans looking to keep the evening's energy rolling downtown.
Day 3
MorningPublic Image Ltd.
Live at The National.
AfternoonPhish at Riverfront
Two nights of outdoor improvisational rock right along the banks of the James River under the autumn evening sky.
EveningCharlottesville & Blue Ridge Foothills
Drive just under an hour west to tour Skyline Drive fall foliage, sip local viognier at mountaintop vineyards, and walk the historic Downtown Mall.
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✨ This Weekend in Richmond, VA
Concerts, touring theater, and neighborhood happenings
Phish at Riverfront
Two nights of outdoor improvisational rock right along the banks of the James River under the autumn evening sky.
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Mamma Mia! (Touring)
The smash-hit musical celebration fills the grand historic auditorium with ABBA's timeless upbeat anthems.
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Seven Teller: Official Phish Afterparty
Late-night jam session running well past curfew for fans looking to keep the evening's energy rolling downtown.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Local dining spots, seasonal menus, and neighborhood favorites
Sub Rosa Bakery
Wood-fired heritage grain bakery in Church Hill baking exceptional flaky kouign-amann and sourdough loaves that sell out fast.
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L'Opossum
Eclectic fine dining pairing whimsical, high-end French-inspired plates with an unforgettable, theatrical interior design.
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🔥 New & Notable
Fresh exhibits, seasonal shifts, and limited-run happenings
Fall Foliage Along the James River Park System
Peak autumn colors begin setting in along the T. Tyler Potterfield Bridge and Belle Isle trails, offering crisp morning strolls.
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Virginia Apple & Cider Harvest Season
Orchards across the greater Richmond metro area feature fresh press cider, crisp honeycrisps, and warm apple cider donuts.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a two-hour drive of Richmond
Charlottesville & Blue Ridge Foothills
Drive just under an hour west to tour Skyline Drive fall foliage, sip local viognier at mountaintop vineyards, and walk the historic Downtown Mall.
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Colonial Williamsburg & Historic Triangle
Step back in time just 50 minutes down I-64 to explore living history museums, crisp colonial gardens, and cozy historic taverns.
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Current local highlights in Richmond, VA include Public Image Ltd., Phish at Riverfront, and Mamma Mia! (Touring). WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.
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