More What’s Booming RVA: July 24 to 31
Events, road trip, and news flashes in Boomer’s one-of-a-kind, curated Richmond calendar
This week + down the road: Concerts, history, art, comedy, pickleball training, 5k, comedy, Cap Trail extension, making Christmas plans, and more. What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, July 24 to 31, 2025.
Featuring:
- Boomer’s Top 5 picks in RVA this week,
- The week ahead – BELOW,
- Event news + a road trip + concert series and spots team links – AT THE END, and
- Our updated events page for Down the Road happenings and ongoing exhibitions and performances.
July 24 to 31, 2025
Thursday, July 24
Dalton Dover. The Summer Concert Series presents a country music artist from Polk County, Georgia. July 24, 5 to 8 p.m., at the Main Plaza at Short Pump Town Center, Glen Allen.
“Ruined” and “Refined.” See Boomer’s top picks.
Live Music: Stay Cool with Coles. Local musician live, plus happy hour specials at the tavern. July 24, 6 to 8 p.m., at Hanover Tavern, Hanover.
UnHappy Hour: Land Poe! A nautical-themed soirée where landlubbers and pirates mingle and quench their thirst with grog and grape and hearty fare. July 24, 6 to 9 p.m., at Poe Museum, Richmond.
Rumours – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show. Recreating the band’s legendary persona, complete with period-accurate equipment, costumes, characters, and music. July 24, 6 p.m., at Innsbrook Pavilion, Glen Allen.
Richmond Symphony Summer Serenades. Intimate early evening performances in July. Chamber music masterworks from three centuries. Settle into your seat for an enchanted hour of music, then stroll downtown for dinner. July 24 and 31, 6:30 p.m., at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.
Summer Fling ’25 – Greater Richmond Chorus. Sing favorite ’80s tunes with the chorus in the five-week summer guest program. FREE. Thursdays, July 24 to Aug. 21, at Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, Richmond.
Science on Tap: Dino Night. The 21+ event presents colossal creatures and prehistoric predators in the museum’s “Ultimate Dinosaurs” exhibit, plus dino-themed activities and programming, food trucks, and adult beverages. July 24, staggered entry beginning at 6 p.m., event ends at 10 p.m., at the Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond.
Shakepeare’s “Cymbeline.” See Boomer’s top picks.
David Benoit. The GRAMMY®-nominated pianist, composer, and arranger is known as one of the founding fathers of contemporary jazz, releasing his first album in 1976. July 24, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
Friday, July 25
Senior Summer Mixer. Dancing, playing card games, and exploring Bateek-O watercolors while socializing. Ages 50+. July 25, 10 to 11 a.m., at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, Henrico.
America’s Founding Story: Church Hill Neighborhood Walking Tour. Explore the revolutionary history of the neighborhood, from St. John’s Church to Benedict Arnold’s raid on Richmond and beyond, along with modern renovation efforts, parks and restaurants. Presented by The Valentine. Registration required. July 25, 10 to 11:30 a.m., meeting at Patrick Henry Park, Richmond.
After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze. Leon City Sounds on the spin for guests to dance. Take a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks available for purchase. FREE. July 25, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond.
Artwork by Moncure, Modder, and Graham, Holten and Ryder. Five artists in two galleries. Opening reception, FREE, July 25, 6 to 8 p.m.; artist talk, July 26, 2 p.m.; exhibitions run through Aug. 26, at Artspace Gallery, Richmond.
VMHC Movie Mythbusting LIVE! – “The Patriot.” See Boomer’s top picks.
4th Friday Exhibits and Reception. Adam and Anita Bradley, Mike Bily, Sharon Denmark, Rachel Rowden, and Rebecca Visger. Meet the artists and enjoy live music, refreshments, and libations. July 25, 6 to 8 p.m., at Art Works, Richmond.
Launch of Breakout Pickleball. Learn about this new training program: meet the coaches, see an exhibition game, get a mini-coaching session, and catch drink specials from Kitchen RVA. July 25, 6 to 8 p.m., at Performance Pickleball RVA, Henrico.
Blood, Sweat, & Years. A tribute show to Blood, Sweat, & Tears. July 25, 7:30 p.m., at The Beacon Theatre, Hopewell.
“Triads of Soul” Tribute to Otis Redding, Sam Cooke & David Ruffin. Virginia native Rodney Stith is an African American soul singer, songwriter, and producer from Petersburg. His powerful urban retro soul brings back the sounds of retro classic rhythm and blues. July 25, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
Saturday, July 26
Pony Pasture 5k. A road race honoring the memory of Dr. Peter Still, with proceeds benefiting the Richmond Road Runners Club Scholarship Fund for graduating high school seniors who represent running as a healthy lifestyle. Virtual race option available. July 26, 7:30 a.m., at Pony Pasture Park, Richmond.
Patrick Henry. Hanover County’s most famous citizen was an attorney, planter, and orator. His cry of “liberty or death” became a rallying cry for American troops during the Revolutionary War. Part of The Parsons’ Cause series; portrayed by John Tucker. July 26, 10 a.m., at Historic Hanover Courthouse, Hanover.
Collections Up Close – Pitch Perfect: The History of Music in Virginia. From Patsy Cline to Pharrell, dulcimers to electric guitars, and the Crooked Road to the Bay Shore Hotel, Virginians have used music as a tool for self-expression, love, protest, and resistance for generations. VMHC staff curate displays featuring museum artifacts and manuscripts that are not currently on exhibit, including an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the museum’s storage areas. July 26, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 2 to 4 p.m., at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, Richmond.
Kölschfest 2025. See Boomer’s top picks.
Hamiltruth or Hamilfiction. Do you know Hamilton truths from fictions? Find out in our new trivia game on the hit musical versus the real life of Alexander Hamilton. Check out the traveling exhibit, “Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians.” All ages. July 26, 2 to 3 p.m., at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, Henrico.
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show. Solve an amusing mystery while eating dinner – and while knowing the culprit is somewhere among fellow diners. July 26, 6 to 9 p.m., at Hilton Richmond – Short Pump, Richmond.
Storm Large. The musician, actor, playwright, and author shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova. July 26, 8 p.m., at The Tin Pan, Richmond.
Sunday, July 27
Lyle Lovett and His Large Band. The Texas-based singer, composer, and actor fuses country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues. July 27, 8 p.m., at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.
Tuesday, July 29
The Writing Show: Taking Care of Business (for Writers). A lawyer and accountant on the necessary but oft-neglected aspects of being a successful writer. July 29, 6 to 8 p.m., at The Innerwork Center, Richmond.
Patrick Warburton. The stand-up comedian is known for his roles as Puddy on “Seinfeld,” plus appearances on shows such as “Rules of Engagement,” “Less Than Perfect,” and more. July 29, 7 p.m., at Funny Bone, Richmond.
Wednesday, July 30
Silver Screen Movie – “Thelma.” Tickets and concessions just one dollar. July 30, 10 a.m. to noon, at Henrico Theatre, Henrico.
Wine Down Wednesday. Get a peek at rare artifacts that highlight prominent nurses of the American Civil War, while enjoying wine, cocktails, live music, light refreshments, and a chance to browse the exhibits. July 30, 5:30 p.m., at the American Civil War Museum at Tredegar, Richmond.
Carrie Brockwell. See Boomer’s top picks.
Thursday, July 31
The Oasis: A High Noon Summer Concert Series. Live music in the Valentine Garden presents its final concert of the season with The Funk Master. FREE. July 31, noon to 1 p.m., at The Valentine, Richmond.
Richmond Symphony Summer Serenades. Intimate early evening performances in July. Chamber music masterworks from three centuries. Settle into your seat for an enchanted hour of music, then stroll downtown for dinner. July 31, 6:30 p.m., at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.
Henrico Community Band Concert. Take your lawn chair or blanket for music under the stars. July 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Walkerton Tavern, Glen Allen.
Speaker Series: The Virginia Continental Line in the Revolution’s Southern Campaign. Author John Settle discusses his new book, which uses primary sources and firsthand accounts to give voices to the honorable, but often forgotten, veterans of the Virginia Line. July 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Hanover Tavern, Hanover.
News to Know
Christmas plans and Cap Trail extension
Virginia Capital Trail Extension OTW! The VCT Foundation has joined with Tidewater Trails Alliance to extend the trail 7.5 miles, past Jamestown to Colonial Williamsburg. The extension will also lay the groundwork for future connections to Trail757.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Classic Christmas. Hits from the holiday albums along with multimedia effects in an intimate setting including 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects. Nov. 26, 7:30 p.m., at Altria Theater, Richmond.
Christmas Together. Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, and Cece Winans present selections spanning the artists’ expansive Christmas repertoires with traditional classics and others from their holiday albums. Nov. 29, 7 p.m., at Altria Theater, Richmond.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. A blend of world-class circus artistry and favorite holiday music, with breathtaking acrobatics, and soaring aerial performances, in an all-new production. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m., at Altria Theater, Richmond.
Celebrate Christmas Tour. Natalie Grant & Danny Gokey serve up reimagined holiday favorites and powerful worship-filled moments. Dec. 19, 7 p.m., at Altria Theater, Richmond.
Road Trip
Drafts in Charlottesville
Woolly Bully Beer Festival. Unlimited five-ounce pours from 13 of Virginia’s top breweries, including Anytime, Högwaller, Lost Generation, Patch, Fine Creek, and Selvedge. At the historic renovated woolen mills. July 26, noon to 4 p.m., at The Wool Factory, Charlottesville.
Get Groovy with Outdoor Concerts
Westchester Concert Series. Biweekly through Aug. 7 at Westchester Commons, Midlothian.
Innsbrook After Hours. Through Sept. 25 at Innsbrook Pavilion, Glen Allen.
Groovin’ in the Garden. Monthly through Oct. 2 at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond.
Allianz Amphitheater. Through Oct. 21 at Allianz Amphitheater at the Riverfront, Richmond.
68th Festival of the Arts. Through Oct. 24 at Dogwood Dell, Richmond.
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