Art and Culture Events in Richmond This September

September 3rd, 2024 by Napier ERA

Richmond Art Events

As kids return to school in September, our real estate agents use this time to further their own arts and culture education. Immerse yourself in these fascinating events taking place this month around Richmond homes for sale and Petersburg homes for sale.

Richmond Folk Festival - Brown's Island, Richmond, VA 23219
For 20 years, people have come from around the country to celebrate this rich tradition at the Richmond Folk Festival. An intriguing line-up of international performers showcases a spectrum of musical styles. Participants include iconic rockabilly guitarist Albert Lee, singer/composer Peni Candra Rini from Indonesia, and Native American hip-hop artist Supaman. Festival hours are 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. on Friday, 9/27; noon - 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, 9/28; and noon - 6 p.m. on Sunday, 9/29. Admission is free, and food, beverages, and merchandise will be on sale.
Open Mic and Poetry Night - Resist Booksellers, 233 N. Sycamore St., Petersburg, VA 23803
Poetry takes center stage in Petersburg! Discover a whole new perspective at Open Mic and Poetry Night. Talented writers from around the area take the stage to share their powerful and heartfelt words. Roscoe Burnems, award-winning slam poet and the first poet laureate of Richmond, serves as the featured poet of the evening. Mark your calendar for 7 p.m. on Friday, 9/13. Admission is $10.
Richmond International Dance Festival - The Steward School, 11600 Gayton St., Richmond, VA 23238
Be one of the first to attend what's sure to become a yearly event with the Richmond International Dance Festival. Participate in three different 20-minute workshops where you'll learn dance moves from Indian, belly dancing, African, Panamanian, and Filipino styles. The day wraps up with a lively performance by all the groups together. During breaks, browse the food fair and vendor booths that will be onsite. The festival is scheduled for noon - 6 p.m. on Saturday, 9/7. Admission is free with registration on the website.
Richmond International Film Festival - 3126 W. Cary St. #605, Richmond, VA 23221
Movies can open up new worlds that transcend the boundaries of space and time. With 175 movies across a number of genres from 27 countries, the 13th annual Richmond International Film Festival promises a wide spectrum of experiences. Panel discussions and other special events take a deep dive into the art and business of filmmaking. Six years ago, RIFF expanded its artistic scope to incorporate a full-scale music festival featuring a lineup of local, national, and international acts. RIFF plays out in multiple venues around the city, including Bow Tie Cinemas and the historic Byrd Theatre. Dates are Tuesday, 9/24 through Sunday, 9/29. Visit the website for the full schedule and ticket prices.

With our dedicated and experienced help buying or selling your home, you'll have more time to spend at events such as these. Contact us at Napier Realtors ERA to get started.

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