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2401 W. Leigh Street
Richmond, VA 23220
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4901 Old Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Phone: (804) 646-5733
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Summer in Richmond, Virginia is full of activities for outdoor adventurers, art connoisseurs, music enthusiasts, and sports fans of all ages!
Festival of the Arts
The 69th Annual Festival of the Arts takes place this summer. Featuring hundreds of local performers and showcasing a variety of performing art forms, the Festival is a Richmond tradition made possible by the Department of Parks and Recreation and community partners.
Below, you can find the schedule of events taking place throughout the summer.
| Date | Feature | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 20 | Jubilation in June Festival | 4 p.m. | Midtown Green 2401 W. Leigh Street |
| June 26 | Deau Eyes | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| June 28 |
James River Film Society Presents: Silent Movie Revival - The Adventures of Prince Achmed (1926) Live Musical Score by Plunky |
8:30 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| Date | Feature | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 4 | The Big Show featuring the Richmond Concert Band and Fireworks! | 5 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
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July 6 |
SPARC Presents: Disney's Camp Rock the Musical |
6 p.m. |
Dogwood Dell |
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July 10 |
The English Channel |
8 p.m. |
Dogwood Dell |
| July 12 | 16th Annual Gospel Festival with The Belle | 5 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| July 17 | KOS Band | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| July 18 | An Evening of Prince: A Tribute feat. Anthony Cosby, Jr. | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| July 25 | RVA Pro Wrestling feat. Nickelus F | 7:30 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| Date | Feature | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1 | Tim Barry feat. Rebecca Porter | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| August 14 - 16 | Summer: The Donna Summer Musical | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| August 22 | 19th Annual Latin Jazz Festival | 1 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| August 23 | Suggesting Rhythm | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| August 28 | City Dance Theater | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell |
| August 29 |
Weekend Plans |
8 p.m. |
Dogwood Dell |
Summer Camps by Parks and Rec
The city's Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities offers many quality summer camp options for young folks, whether they're interested in sports, the arts, or outdoor activities. The department also offers year-round activities for students in the Richmond area.
Summer Meals for Kids
School may be out of session, but daily meals for students are still available to Richmond families.
Use the USDA Food and Nutrition Service "Meals for Kids" map to find free meals near you.
