Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Chester, VA

It's a block party for the entire city! Locals and visitors alike relax after a long day's work and kick back at these...

It's a block party for the entire city! Locals and visitors alike relax after a long day's work and kick back at these weekly events held every Friday in May and June. Regionally acclaimed bands play their hearts out to a supportive crowd of merrymakers. The festivities take place on the banks of the lovely James River on Brown's Island in downtown Richmond.

Hours: Fri, May 4, 2012 Fri, May 11, 2012 Fri, May 18, 2012 Fri, May 25, 2012 Fri, Jun 1, 2012 Fri, Jun 8, 2012 Fri, Jun 15, 2012 Fri, Jun 22, 2012 Fri, Jun 29, 2012

Blooming azaleas, flowering dogwoods, manicured grounds and cheery cherry blossoms greet visitors at Richmond's...

Blooming azaleas, flowering dogwoods, manicured grounds and cheery cherry blossoms greet visitors at Richmond's loveliest gardens during Historic Garden Week. Celebrated statewide, the event features tours of about three dozen of the state's most impressive gardens. Call ahead for specific tour information and schedules.

Hours: Sat, Apr 21, 2012: 10am - 5pm Sun, Apr 22, 2012: 10am - 5pm Mon, Apr 23, 2012: 10am - 5pm Tue, Apr 24, 2012: 10am - 5pm Wed, Apr 25, 2012: 10am - 5pm Thu, Apr 26, 2012: 10am - 5pm Fri, Apr 27, 2012: 10am - 5pm Sat, Apr 28, 2012: 10am - 5pm

Don't panic, all of the films have subtitles! Held in March, this annual film festival offers guests a great selection...

Don't panic, all of the films have subtitles! Held in March, this annual film festival offers guests a great selection of French films to choose from. A reception and gala dinner kick off the festival in grand style. Screenings are held at the Byrd Theatre.

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Mon, Mar 26, 2012 Tue, Mar 27, 2012 Wed, Mar 28, 2012 Thu, Mar 29, 2012 Fri, Mar 30, 2012 Sat, Mar 31, 2012 Sun, Apr 1, 2012

Come join in the fun at this annual state fair held in Richmond each September. Events include competitions,...

Come join in the fun at this annual state fair held in Richmond each September. Events include competitions, horticulture and crop exhibitions, livestock shows, horse shows, and arts and crafts displays. You'll be tapping your feet, and maybe even singing, to the sounds of the live music carried across the fairgrounds on a cool September evening. Don't leave without taking a ride on the carousel or buying some goodies from the many food vendors.

Hours: Thu, Sep 27, 2012 Fri, Sep 28, 2012 Sat, Sep 29, 2012 Sun, Sep 30, 2012 Mon, Oct 1, 2012 Tue, Oct 2, 2012 Wed, Oct 3, 2012 Thu, Oct 4, 2012 Fri, Oct 5, 2012 Sat, Oct 6, 2012 Sun, Oct 7, 2012

Held annually in the spring, these horse races are exciting and fun. The races involve more than just horses though. The...

Held annually in the spring, these horse races are exciting and fun. The races involve more than just horses though. The \\"races\\" consists of a week of events held for the purpose of raising money for local charities. Events include auctions, carriage rides through Richmond, a 5K run, dog races and a golf tournament.

Hours: Sat, Jun 2, 2012: 10am

Get ready to dance in the street and to enjoy some great soul food and jazz at this lively annual festival that's a...

Get ready to dance in the street and to enjoy some great soul food and jazz at this lively annual festival that's a kickback to the '20s-'40s era. Held in October, this event makes the most of the historical significance and prosperous present of Richmond's notable African American district.

Hours: October 2012