What’s Booming RVA: Classic Monsters, Music, and Trees

By Annie Tobey | October 30th, 2025

Boomer’s top picks for the week ahead


Dia de los Muertos dancers, by Zepherwind. Used with What's Booming: Classic Monsters, Music, and Trees

Two classic horror films and a Mexican Day of the Dead celebration, plus tributes to trees and to a popular ’70s band – Boomer’s top five picks in Richmond this week. What’s Booming RVA: Classic Monsters, Music, and Trees.


“Halloween.”

The 1978 classic horror film returns: 15 years after murdering his sister on Halloween night in 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to kill again.

Oct. 30, 7 p.m., at Ashland Theatre, Ashland.

AshlandTheatre.org 

“The Rocky Horror Show” with the Richmond Symphony and the Richmond Triangle Players.

Enjoy a live version of this 50-year-old cult classic. No props, but costumes and callbacks welcome (with a link to “The Virginia’s Guide to Rocky Horror Callouts” on the website).

Oct. 31, 7 p.m., at Carpenter Theatre, Richmond.

RichmondSymphony.com 

Día de los Muertos Festival.

Live performances, including Latin Ballet of Virginia, local vendors, food and drink, and arts and crafts to celebrate life in the Mexican style.

Nov. 1, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Cultural Arts Center, Glen Allen.

PerkinsonCenter.org

Richmond Tree Week.

Reforest Richmond showcases the urban greening efforts happening across the city and reaffirms its commitment to expanding tree canopy for the many benefits. Featuring more than 30 events: volunteer tree plantings, tree giveaways, workshops, happy hours, and more. Nov. 1 to 8, at various venues in Richmond.

ReforestRichmond.org 

Mania: The ABBA Tribute.

An authentic tribute to the legendary ’70s Swedish band, with stunning costumes, energetic choreography, and top musicianship.

Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m., at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.

DominionEnergyCenter.com 

Check websites for more details, including prices and registration requirements.


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