May 22, 2025 - Things to Do

Things to do in Richmond this Memorial Day weekend

Sabrina Moreno

Illustration of a beach chair made out of a calendar. — Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios

It's been too long since we've had a long weekend. If you're not traveling for Memorial Day, here's what to do in Richmond.

Thursday, May 22

🛼 There's a Chappell Roan-themed open skate at Rollerdome, but a live cover band will also be playing songs from The Cure, Weezer and Fiona Apple. 6:30pm-9pm. $9.31.

Friday, May 23

🚶🏻‍♀️ The Valentine has a walking tour of LGBTQ history in Carytown, starting in front of the Byrd Theatre. 3pm-4:30pm. $20 unless you're a kid (then it's free).

🥂 Friday Cheers has RVA Music Night with Dogpark, Weekend Plans & Caroline Vain. 6pm-9:30pm. $10 advance, $15 at the door.

Saturday, May 24

🤤 The Indian and Sri Lankan food Festival is at TPC Church in Glen Allen with dishes like Biryani and Kottu Roti and one of Sabrina's favorite drinks: Mango lassi. 11am-3:30pm. Free.

🅿️ Parking Lot Pull Up is a pop-up entertainment event in Manchester on Cowardin Avenue with food trucks and live music. 4pm-8pm.

Sunday, May 25

👙 ABAC is once again at The Park with "ABigAssDayParty" to start the summer off. 3pm. $17.85.

Monday, May 26

💭 DayDream Fest is back at Main Line Brewery with eight bands. We hope Anderson .Paak shows up again. 1-11pm. $35.

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