2009 Summer Festivals and Events in and Around Richmond, Virginia

Looking for a few fun summer activities and events in or around Richmond, Virginia? I have compiled a list of a few that I believe would be fun for all ages. I included their websites as well so that you can check it out for more information if you would like!

MY LIST INCLUDES:

The 5^th Annual Strawberry Fields Festival

Located at:

The Berry Patch

3622 Darbytown Court

Richmond, VA 23231

Phone: 804-795-9979

Website: www.gallmeyerfarms.com

When: May 23^rd, 2009 or rain date May 24^th, 2009

Price: Free Admission

There will be food available

Fresh local berries along with other spring vegetables available

Coolers are welcome

Entertainment Includes:

Lavaland at 11:00 am

Allyson & Friends at 12:00 pm

A Good Natured Riot at 1:30 pm

Johnny Long & Co. at 3:00 pm

NEXT UP:

ACAA Shriners Seafood Festival

Located at:

ACAA Shrine Temple

1712 Bellevue Avenue

Richmond, VA 23227

Phone: 804-264-0509

When: June 13^th, 2009

Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Price: $25 in advance or $30 at the gate

This is an all you can eat festival featuring steamed shrimp, fried oysters, fried fish, fried clam strips, clam chowder, hush puppies, fried sweet taters, hot dogs, baked beans, coleslaw, iced tea & lemonade, and beer. Handicap accessible and Children are welcome.

ALSO CHECK OUT:

Annual St. Joseph's Italian Festival

Located at:

St. Joseph's Catholic Church

828 Buford Road

(Bon Air) Richmond, VA

Website: www.sjfestival.com

When: June 13^th and June 14^th, 2009

Time: 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

Price: Free Admission and Free Parking

A relaxed, fun filled, family atmosphere, Enjoy samples of pizza, cannoli, pasta and an array of other authentic Italian food. Handicap accessible and children welcome.

Entertainment and Activities include:

Artists:

Tony Reno, Debby Evans, Anthony Torchia, Claudio Ragazzi, and Freddy C. with a special appearance by The Chesterfield Community Band on June 14^th at 1:00 pm

Enjoy:

Pizza Tossing Exhibit, Face Painting, Children's Games, Cultural Video Exhibitions, Photo Exhibit of Naples by Luciano D'Aria and the Sicilian Cart by Tony Buffa

ALSO ON MY LIST:

The Richmond Vegetarian Festival 2009

Located at:

Azalea Gardens at Bryan Park

4308 Hermitage Road

Richmond, VA 23227

Website: www.veggiefest.org

When: June 20^th, 2009 with a Rain Date of July 11^th, 2009

Time: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Price: Free Admission

Performing throughout the Day:

Jonathan Austin-Juggler & Magician

Antero

Workingman

The Jon Barnes Band

The Superglue Gandhis

NEXT:

All-American Celebration at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Located At:

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

1800 Lakeside Avenue

Richmond, VA 23228

Phone: 804-262-9887

Website: www.lewisginter.org

When: July 4^th, 2009

Time: Garden Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Event Hours are 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Price: Adults are $10 and Children are $6

Everyone is invited to wear red, white and blue, also bring wagons and strollers for a "parade" from the visitor's center to the children's garden, where they can enjoy music, water play and fun activities. Handicap accessible.

Those are just a small list of things to do on certain days throughout the summer. You can also enjoy the following location which is located 20 miles north of Richmond.

Kings Dominion

Location:

16000 Theme Park Way

P.O. Box 2000

Doswell, VA 23047

Website: www.kingsdominion.com

They have Thrill Rides, Family Rides, and For the Kids area, Live Shows, Waterworks, Dining and Shopping

Ticket Prices are:

Adult/ Pay Once Visit Twice

Ages 3-61 and 48" and taller

Cost $54.99

Junior/ Senior

Ages 3-61 and under 48", ages 61+

Cost $31.99

Twilight

After 4:00 pm only available online at their website-NOT at the park

Cost $31.99

Parking Cost is $10 per vehicle