Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Richmond? Here’s our list of the top free and cheap events, discounts, and deals to have fun around Richmond on Friday, Saturday & Sunday – June 24 & 25 and 26, 2022 that won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck.
Besides some of the highlighted events listed here, check out posts highlighting museums and historical sites. If you are looking to keep the kids busy and entertained, clothed or fed on a budget this weekend, peruse the Fun With Kids category for leads. Check out the list of the Top FREE Things to Do in Richmond for more good ideas of possibilities. If you are looking to make the weekend special be sure to check out our ideas for a cheap date including viewing Richmond’s FREE outdoor murals and as always getting outside.

Diversity Richmond Summer Block Party Friday, July 1st, 7-10pm. Rain or shine in our event hall 1407 Sherwood Avenue, Richmond 23220. FREE admission. Karaoke Cash Prizes. Free Snow Cones. All ages welcome. I.D. required for alcohol. Cash bar serving up craft beer, wine, and cocktails
$7 Alcohol/ $2 Soft Drinks/Water. Proceeds benefit the programs of Diversity Richmond.

Belly flop or cannonball? A view of the Randolph pool. Get more information on location and hours of Richmond’s Public Pools & Splash Pads.
🌊 Make a Splash at Richmond’s Water Parks
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⭐️Friday 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM After 5 Fridays Presented by Chase – First Fridays. Event by VMFA Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Celebrate First Friday with an absolute legend from our own backyard. Jazz saxophonist James “Plunky” Branch and his band, Oneness, will electrify the Robins Sculpture Garden. Enjoy drink specials from Best Café and a cool serenade of smooth unity on a hot summer night.

Coming to the Dogwood Dell stage beginning on Thursday, June 30 is the Virginia Rep presenting “Barefoot in the Park”. A play written by Neil Simon in the 1960’s, the comedy centers around two young newlyweds in a dilapidated fifth-floor walk-up in New York City as they learn to adjust to each other. Mark your calendars for one of the three performances.
⭐️Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts: FREE Entertainment & Events

The Richmond Kickers host North Carolina FC and are celebrating Girl Scout Night and the 4th of July with fireworks after the game. We are ready for this amazing game, and we are excited to share our Fireworks Extravaganza After the match with our fans as an early July 4th celebration. Fans are encouraged to stay after the final whistle for a special presentation of fireworks. Happy Hour Special: From 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. enjoy the $5 special on 16 oz Heineken. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. Fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance to save $5 on matchday pricing and to ensure quick entrance into the stadium upon arrival. GET TICKETS HERE.
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Friday, July 1, 2022

Classes are open to all levels, beginner-appropriate, family-friendly, and support PYR’s yoga and mindfulness outreach programs. LOCATION: Outdoors on the Belvedere Deck at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (200 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond, VA 23220).
🌶 See where to shop at Richmond’s year-round weekend farmers markets

RVA BIG MKT takes place every Saturdays at Bryan Park in Richmond. 9am-12pm during the winter. http://GrowRVA.com/

Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties
Saturday, July 2, 2022

SOUTH OF THE JAMES MARKET South of the James Farmers Market is open Sundays at 10am – 1pm. Forest Hill Park corner of New Kent and 42nd Street Richmond, VA
🌶 See where to shop at Richmond’s year-round weekend farmers markets
Sunday, July 3, 2022

Whistler to Cassatt: American Painters in France at the Virginia Museum of Fine Art through July 31, 2022
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King’s Dominion is open for the summer. See the details at: http://www.kingsdominion.com/
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Want to see more than just this weekend’s events? You can view any date on our Richmond events calendar. Learn about more food and drink deals in Richmond and as well as events at eating establishments. And don’t forget to check our current restaurant deals category, as well as the list of the Top FREE Things to Do in Richmond for more good ideas. Sign up for deals through Goldstar to learn about discounted events and shows in Richmond and nearby areas.
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Thankfully, Richmond has lots of free events and affordable entertainment so you never have to be bored or broke! You’re bound to find something fun to do.
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