Richmond has two earth day festivals this weekend so you can take your pick.
Fest: Richmond Earth Day Festival
Time: 11am – 5pm
Place: 17th Street Farmers Market
Parking: See street parking map
5 Attractions (there’s a lot more):
- 5k Race Without a Trace
- Children’s area with hands-on art activities
- Peak Experiences
- Fresh local produce, honey, & spices
- Lots of great education like recycling, garden help, nature education and composting demos.
Food:
Richmond Food truck Favs like Boka Truck, Goatocado, Soul Ice and King of Pops
For Grown-ups:
Hardywood craft beer and Tap 26 wines
Bonus: Unveiling of the recyclable “LOVE” sign that hopes to break a world record.
And another…
Fest: RVA Earth Day
Time: 11am-7pmPlace: Manchester -Mayo Island
Parking: Lot parking map
5 Attractions (there’s a lot more):
- Kids Art & Activities
- Petting farm from Wandering Cow Farm
- Yoga demonstrations from Project Yoga
- Artist, Jewelers, Craftsmen and Local Retailers
- Recycled Art Workshops and more with Art Works
Food: 20+ local chefs and food trucks
For Grown-ups:
All of the 9 local Richmond’s craft breweries and some of Virginia’s favorite wineries
Bonus: a kite “mini-festival” with kite making and kite flying. World of Mirth will be on-site for kite purchases.
So… what’s your pick?
Where will you be hanging out this Saturday?
