What’s Booming RVA: First Day Fun, Vintage Favorites
Boomer’s top picks for the week ahead
Browse memories at the Totally Rad Vintage Fest, take a hike, run, be a cone, and enjoy the beats of Nina Simone. In Boomer’s top five picks – What’s Booming RVA: First Day Fun, Vintage Favorites.
First Day Hike
Visit a Virginia State Park for your nature therapy (and to kick off your resolution to be more active in 2026!). FREE entrance and parking for the day. Wander on your own or take part in special activities.
Jan. 1 at all Virginia State Parks (including Pocahontas and Powhatan near Richmond).
First Day 5k, 1 Miler, and Kids Run
Whether you’re chasing a PR, shaking off the confetti, or just want to log the first miles of the year with the running community, this fun, flat 5K is a great way to start 2026. Presented by Richmond Road Runners Club.
Jan. 1, 10:45 a.m., at ACAC, Midlothian.
18th Annual Cone Parade
Don your own creative cone costume or cheer on the cones as they march through Carytown to the Boulevard and back. Jan. 1, noon to 2 p.m., starting at Aquarian, Richmond.
Sam Reed Sings Nina Simone
Richmond’s powerhouse vocalist and bandleader Samantha Reed sings the music and tells the story of Simone and her timeless soul jazz poetry.
Jan. 2, 7 and 9:30 p.m., at Révéler, Richmond.
Totally Rad Vintage Fest
Shop for iconic clothing and accessories from the ’80s, ’90s, and Y2K eras, with a diverse selection of records, toys, video games, home goods, and more. Plus the Free-Play Vintage Arcade and the Rad Rewind Museum.
Jan. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Richmond Raceway, Richmond.
Check websites for more details, including prices and registration requirements.
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