What’s Booming RVA: Winter Wander

By Annie Tobey | December 11th, 2025

Boomer’s top picks for the week ahead


Male Northern cardinal on a snowy branch, ready for his winter wander. By Harry Collins

Get a heaping helping of optimism, seasonal cheer and beauty, Richmond lore, and service to nature, right here in Richmond, Virginia. In Boomer’s top five picks – What’s Booming RVA: Winter Wander.


‘Annie’

The optimistic musical of the plucky red-headed orphan, her faithful furry friend, the wealthy but generous Daddy Warbucks, and the character we love to hate, Miss Hannigan, played by returning local performer, Mary Page Nance. Presented by Cadence and ATLAS Partnership.

Dec. 12 to 21 at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond.

DominionEnergyCenter.com 

Holiday House Tour

The historic Fan District presents the 63rd annual tour of decorated architectural gems in the distinctive neighborhood. Ten locations, refreshments, and entertainment. Benefits the preservation, restoration, and betterment of the community.

Dec. 13 and 14 at various Fan locations, Richmond.

FanDistrict.org

Winter Wander

Join the Valentine for holiday cheer with a ride in a horse-drawn carriage, live music, refreshments, and family crafts. Plus, tour historic Court End and hop on a free trolley for open houses and other activities at nearby cultural sites, including the American Civil War Museum’s, White House of the Confederacy, the John Marshall House, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, the Poe Museum, Monumental Church, and Masons’ Hall.

FREE. Dec. 14, noon to 4 p.m., at The Valentine, Richmond.

TheValentine.org 

Yuletides Open House

Historic reenactors demonstrate holiday traditions common in 17th-century England, 19th-century London and 20th-century Richmond, with activities both inside the home and out in the patio and gardens.

FREE. Dec. 14, noon to 5 p.m., at Agecroft Hall and Gardens, Richmond.

AgecroftHall.org 

Audubon Christmas Bird Count

Get involved in the citizen science project as you count birds to help monitor the health of the avian populations. Fly on over to the Audubon website to find a count near you, then register or email the leaders.

Dec. 14 to Jan. 5, wherever you may be.

Audubon.org 

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


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