More What’s Booming RVA: December 21 to 28
Events, announcements, and a link to future fun
Take in a few more Christmas-focused events before the big day, at your house of worship or with family and friends, or perhaps simply a day to unwind. Then we’re almost back to normal. Whatever that is! More of What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, December 21 to 28.
Check out the Boomer Top 5 picks in RVA, browse the week ahead below, or go to our updated events page for Down the Road happenings and ongoing exhibitions and performances.
December 21 to 28
Thursday, December 21
VMFA Shop Holiday Bazaar. Festive shopping celebrating art and culture: unique gifts, including five local artisans. December 21, noon to 7 p.m., at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond.
“It’s a Wonderful Life.” Enjoy George Bailey’s Christmas epiphany on the big screen. December 21, 6 p.m., at Ashland Theatre, Ashland.
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Relive the Chevy Chase hilarity as the Griswold family manage their inevitably disastrous holiday. December 21, 7 p.m., at the Byrd Theatre, Richmond.
Susan Greenbaum Band Holiday Show. See Boomer’s Top 5 Picks.
Virginia Theatre Machine’s “A Christmas Carol.” See Boomer’s Top 5 Picks.
“Scrooge in Rouge.” A merry, madcap, and melodious take on a Victorian-era music hall version of “A Christmas Carol.” Filled with bad puns, bawdy malapropisms, naughty double-entendres, and witty songs. Through Dec. 23 at Robert B. Moss Theatre, Richmond Triangle Players, Richmond.
“Greetings.” A humorous and touching play exploring faith, religion, family, and the holidays. Through Dec. 23 at Swift Creek Mill Theatre, South Chesterfield.
“The Nutcracker.” Richmond Ballet revives the choreography of Stoner Winslett in the classic ballet production, accompanied by the Richmond Symphony. Through Dec. 24, at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.
Friday, December 22
Make the Yuletide Gay. Celebrating the local LGBTQ+ community with a market, variety show, food truck, and more. Dec. 22, 6 to 10 p.m., at Diversity Richmond, Richmond.
Blues and Brews. Blues Flash presents dancing music from blues, rock and roll, and country. Dec. 22, 5 to 7:45 p.m., at The Camel, Richmond.
The KOS Band. Virginia’s 11-piece band plays dance music from Top 40, Motown, rock and roll, and more. Dec. 22, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
“Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery.” See Boomer’s Top 5 Picks.
Saturday, December 23
18th-Century Chocolate-Making Demonstrations. Learn how chocolate was prepared and enjoyed in 18th-century Virginia – and how it tasted! FREE. Every Saturday in December at 11 a.m. at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, Richmond.
Caroling by John Alley. See Boomer’s Top 5 Picks.
Althea Rene Birthday & Christmas Celebration. The soul-jazz performer brings her flute to the stage with a celebration of Christmas and her birthday – both on the same day. Dec. 23, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
Sunday, December 24 & 25
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Tuesday, December 26
Favorite Things at the Science Museum of Virginia. See Boomer’s Top 5 Picks.
Wednesday, December 27
Live at the Fillmore: Allman Brothers Tribute. Relive your youth with the sounds of the original Allman Brothers Band, “a band that jams.” Dec. 27, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
Thursday, December 28
Stephen Rudlin’s IF I SING Cabaret. Local vocal coach and music director returns to the cabaret stage in his one-man show, featuring special guest stars and songs from “Sunset Boulevard,” “Company,” and more. Dec. 28, 7:30 p.m., at Firehouse Theatre, Richmond.
News worth knowing
Richmond Kickers Announce Their 2024 Schedule. Plan your season of Kickers’ fun, with home games beginning March 23, 6 p.m., at City Stadium, Richmond.
Bonus: Seasonal Cocktail Recipes
Virginia Spirits presents four seasonal cocktail recipes highlighting Virginia spirits.
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