Free & Cheap Things to Do in Richmond this Weekend: May 24-27, 2013

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May 232013
 

Looking for free & cheap things to do this weekend in Richmond? To narrow it down a bit, check out these five options for Memorial Day weekend (or browse RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap’s calendar of events to remind yourself of other can’t-miss events happening in the RVA):

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–Jennifer Maciejewski

Richmond’s Daily Deals: ComedySportz Improv Theatre, Hiro Sushi, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Kayaking, Art Supplies, Massage, & More

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May 232013
 

Plaza Artist Materials DealHere are a few of the highlights from RVA’s daily deals sites. If you’d like to browse the full list of deals that refresh automatically, you’ll find it on the Richmond’s Daily Deals page.

Since it’s Thursday, May 23, you have a day or two to take advantage of most deals.

Entertainment & Attractions

Restaurants

Salons and Spas

Art Supplies, Kayaking, Indoor Rock Climbing, Art Classes, Paintball, Mini Golf

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Rocketts Red Glare at Rocketts Landing on May 26, 2013

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May 222013
 

rocketts red glare 2013On Sunday, May 26, 2013, it’s time for the second annual Rocketts Red Glare at Rocketts Landing.

The festivities get underway at 5:30 p.m. with live music by Mike Banks and Chris Norreed, followed by a performance by Kings of Swing at 6:30 p.m. And you’ll want to stick around until 9:00 p.m. to watch a fireworks display over the James.

Want to watch the fireworks without going to Rocketts Landing? Check out one of these viewing areas:

  • Libby Hill, 28th and E. Franklin Streets
  • Chimborazo Park, 3200 E. Broad Street
  • Gillies Creek Park, 4425 Williamsburg Avenue
  • Great Shiplock Park, Pear & Dock Streets

If you need to find parking at Rocketts Landing for Rocketts Red Glare, follow the signs from Main Street & Dock Street.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

(Almost) Free Tickets to Christina Pazsitzky at Richmond Funny Bone from May 23-26, 2013

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May 222013
 

Thanks to an offer in the Richmond Funny Bone’s email update, you can get up to four free tickets to see Christina Pazsitzky, performing from May 23-26, 2013.

To get the deal, use promo code “eblastFree4″ when you order tickets online or call the box office at 804-521-8900. The deal applies to the following performances: 7:30 p.m. on May 23, 7:30 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. on May 24, 9:30 p.m. on May 25, and 7:00 p.m. on May 26.

There’s a maximum of four discounted tickets per order, and the offer is available for a limited time. A $3 service fee per ticket applies, so expect to pay a bit when you go.

Richmond Funny Bone is located at 11800 West Broad Street, Suite 1090, Richmond. All shows are 21+.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Friday Cheers on Brown’s Island: RVA Music Night with NO BS! Brass Band, Murphy’s Kids and Former Champions on May 24 + 2013 Lineup

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May 222013
 

2013 cheersFriday Cheers remains one of my favorite music series in the RVA. Not only does it feature a good mix of bands, but it’s cheap: Tickets are $5-$10 each, depending on the show, and kids under age 12 are admitted free.

Here’s the lineup for Friday Cheers 2013:

  • May 24: RVA Music Night with NO BS! Brass Band, Murphy’s Kids and Former Champions; $5
  • May 31: Head and the Heart and Black Girls; $10
  • June 7: Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires; $10
  • June 14: Kishi Bashi and Lake Street Dive; $5 // FYI–Kishi Bashi is amazing to see perform live, and $5 is ridiculously cheap for the experience. IMO, it’s the don’t-miss concert of the season.
  • June 21: Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and The Pimps of Joytime; $10
  • June 28: Infamous Stringdusters and James Justin & Co.; $10

Gates open at 6:00 p.m., and the opener should start playing at around 6:30 p.m. You can order tickets online or buy them at one of the three entry points to Brown’s Island. Payment is taken at all locations, but debit and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) are only accepted at two entry points: The pedestrian bridge at 5th and 7th Streets.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Unhappy Hour: ‘Annabel Lee’ at The Poe Museum on May 23, 2013

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May 222013
 

poe unhappy hour may 2013I’d love to make it out to this on Thursday night:

On May 23, 2013, The Poe Museum will host its May Unhappy Hour: “Annabel Lee,”, a tale of “a love that was more than love.”

From 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., you can celebrate Poe’s 177th wedding anniversary a week late with live music by Technicians; Poe performances by Amber Boice; a book signing with Jeffrey Abugel, author of a book about Poe’s honeymoon in Petersburg (he owns the house where Poe honeymooned, too); & more.

The family-friendly event is free (though there is a suggested donation of $5), and there’ll be free food plus a cash bar for those inclined.

Unhappy Hour takes place rain or shine; the garden will be tented to keep you dry.

1914-16 East Main Street, Richmond. 804-648-5523

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Richmond’s Daily Deals: Henricus Historical Park, ComedySportz Improv Theatre, Hiro Sushi, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Paintball, Mani/Pedi, & More

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May 222013
 

Darn, this deal has expired.

Don’t miss another. Subscribe to email updates,follow @rvacheap on Twitter, like RVA on the Cheap on Facebook, or follow us on Google+. And be sure check the calendar for the latest deals.

Colesville Nursery DealHere are a few of the highlights from RVA’s daily deals sites. If you’d like to browse the full list of deals that refresh automatically, you’ll find it on the Richmond’s Daily Deals page.

Since it’s Wednesday, May 22, you have a day or two to take advantage of most deals.

Entertainment & Attractions

Restaurants

Salons and Spas

Indoor Rock Climbing, Art Classes, Shopping, Paintball, Mini Golf

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Free Yoga at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

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May 212013
 

saturday salutations 2013If you missed out on Saturday Salutations at VMFA last summer, you’ve got quite a few chances to take a free yoga class in the coming months.

Project Yoga Richmond is once again partnering with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts to offer free yoga classes. Bring your mat (and a hoop, if necessary), a towel, and some water, and head to VMFA for a free practice.

Be sure to arrive by 15 minutes early so that you have time to sign in & get situated before the practice begins. Since the yoga classes take place outside on VMFA’s Belvedere deck atop the Sculpture Garden, sunscreen is advised, and the event will be canceled if it rains.

Here’s the schedule:

Saturdays, Class from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

  • May 25
  • June 8
  • June 22

Fridays, Class from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

  • July 5
  • July 19
  • August 9
  • August 23

Saturdays, Class from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m

  • September 14
  • September 28 (hooping)
  • October 12

Parking in the garage is free for members & $5/day for nonmembers. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is located at 200 N. Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220-4007 804.340.1400

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: Free Jazz Café Concert with Charles Owens on Thursday, May 23, 2013

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May 212013
 

In the mood for a free jazz concert in Richmond?

From 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. on Thursday nights, you can stop by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts for a free concert as part of its Jazz Café concert series, held in Best Café, and there are free tours of VMFA, too.

Here’s the Jazz Café lineup for this week & next:

  • May 23: Charles Owens
  • May 30: Quintessential Jazz

Admission to VMFA’s permanent collection galleries & Jazz Café is free, but unless you’re a member of VMFA or active-duty military, you’ll need to buy a ticket to see the special exhibition, Pop Art and Beyond: Tom Wesselmann. Tickets are $15 for adults & $10 for youth (7-17) & students with ID, and $12 for seniors 65+ & adult groups of 10+. Since the exhibition contains some graphic content, parental discretion is advised.

If you can’t snag a spot on Sheppard St, parking in the garage is free for members & $5/day for nonmembers. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is located at 200 N. Boulevard, Richmond. 804-340-1400

–Jennifer Maciejewski

Travel Deals for Pembroke, DC, Delaware, & More

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May 212013
 

DC DealIn the mood to escape? You’ve got a few options to getaway on the cheap with these travel deals:

You can save 54% on a retreat for up to four to the Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke, Virginia, thanks to a deal on Travelzoo. Prices start at $99 per night and includes $50 food and beverage credit, & $50 mountain activity credit.

You can save up to 30% on a getaway to Washington Court Hotel in Washington, DC, thanks to a deal on Groupon. Prices start at $104 per night.

You can save up to 48% on a getaway to The Brick Hotel on the Circle in Georgetown, Delaware, thanks to a deal on Groupon. Prices start at $75 for one night and include a $10 dining credit.

Want to head elsewhere? There are even more travel deals on RVA (Richmond) on the Cheap’s Vacations on the Cheap page. As always, travel deals are available for limited time and may sell out, so act quickly if you spot one of your must-visit destinations.

Have fun. Be cheap.

–Jennifer Maciejewski

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