Richmond Events This Week: August 6- August 12, 2018

Family-Friendly Richmond EventsWith at least a few sunny days on the horizon (maybe?), you’ll want to make sure that you take advantage of all the incredible Richmond events coming up this week. With events that range from festivals to theater to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone. Plus, you’ll find plenty of end-of-summer and back to school celebrations to get everyone ready for the upcoming school year. Be sure to check out our latest Back to School Guide for Greater Richmond to help with your preparations, as well!

In the meantime, we’ve highlighted some of our favorite upcoming Richmond events and activities for you below. After you take a look at our favorites, check out our full events calendar for even more family-friendly Richmond events, activities, and resources!

Events on Monday, August 6

Free Chick-fil-A for School Supplies at Westchester Commons

Front Yard Water Play at CMoR

The Story Lady

“Write What You Know, and Make Up the Rest” Writing Workshop

The Whiskey Rebellion at Firehouse Theatre

More Events on Monday

 

Events on Tuesday, August 7

Free Summer Kids Series at Bowtie Cinemas

Rockets

Family Game Night

King of Pops Free Yoga!

Science Arts Escape Room

More Events on Tuesday

 

Events on Wednesday, August 8

Mommy and Me (and Daddy, too!)

Popsicle Open House

Origami Outreach for Kids

Jesse Joyner Juggling

Rockin’ on the River Summer Concert Series

More Events on Wednesday

 

Events on Thursday, August 9

Tabletop Thursdays

Summer F.L.I.P. at CMoR Central

My First School Bus

Pop-Up Farmers Market

Busy Bees Kidsignment 2018 Fall/Winter Sale

Football Fan Fest and Movie Night at U of R: Paddington 2

More Events on Thursday

 

Events on Friday, August 10

Fridays on the Farm

Sue’s Tech Kitchen

End of Summer Ice Cream Social

CarMax $1 Family Nights at CMoR!

Westchester Concert Series

Richmond Young Writers: Night Balloon Rodeo Open Mic

Junie B. Jones Jr. The Musical

More Events on Friday

 

Events on Saturday, August 11

Richmond International Dragon Boat Festival

International Homeless Animal Day

13th Annual Filipino Festival

Daniel Tiger Day!

Richmond Jazz Festival

Back to School Celebration

Ashland Summer Theatre Festival

Meteor Shower Bike Tour (Overnight)

More Events on Saturday

 

Events on Sunday, August 12

Carytown Farmers Market

Pokémon Go Community Day at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Settle Down Sunday

Carytown Watermelon Festival

Crimes of the Heart

Vince Gill Live in Concert

More Events on Sunday