What’s Booming: Loco about Locomotives
Arts in the Park returns, plus some musical legends still chugging along, too
Loco about locomotives. And it’s back to Byrd Park for the 51st Arts in the Park. Plus some musical legends – still making music and entertaining audiences after all these years. All in this week’s What’s Booming, Richmond.
Janis Ian: Celebrating Our Years Together
Friday, April 29 at 8 p.m. at the Tin Pan, Richmond
In her final tour, singer/songwriter Janis Ian, best known for such hits as “Society’s Child,” and “At 17,” appears live on Friday, April 29 at 8 p.m. at the Tin Pan.
Ashland Train Day
Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. throughout Downtown Ashland
It’s the biggest day of the year with events all over town. Come celebrate Ashland’s love affair with trains. Family fun for everyone.
Arts in the Park
Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1 in Byrd Park, Richmond
Richmond’s best art show is back, showcasing more than 350 exhibitors.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Saturday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the Beacon Theatre, Hopewell
Best known for the hit song “Mr. Bojangles,” the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band first appeared in Southern California in 1966 as a jug band. They’ve been making music ever since.
ABBAFAB
Wednesday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Dominion Energy Center
Mamma mia, this is one fantastic tribute to the music of ABBA.
Check with individual venues for COVID-19 policies.
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