Looking to enjoy the Labor Day weekend before we kickstart the school year? Take a look at some of these Richmond attractions to enjoy before going back to school.
Richmond
- Flying Squirrels Baseball Game - 3001 N. Boulevard Richmond - Aug 30th & 31st
Attend a game at the ballpark and cheer on the Richmond Flying Squirrels
- Spots on James River – Richmond – Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
Take a dip into the James River to cool off and enjoy a lunch/cookout on the shore
Check out Belle Isle, 42nd Street/Butter Milk Trail/Ready Creek Trail, Texas Beach/Northbank Trail, Pony Pasture Park, Robious Landing Park, etc.
https://www.visitrichmondva.com/blog/post/5-spots-to-get-in-the-james-river-this-memorial-day/
- Maymont Park – 1700 Hampton Street – Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
Visit and explore the beautiful located in the heart of Richmond
- Children’s Museum of Richmond – Various Locations – Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
Explore and learn as a family to inspire growth
https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/
- Crabs by the Lake 2019 - Hadad's Lake - Aug 31st
Enjoy all-you-can-eat crabs, plus dine on hot dogs, hamburgers, fried chicken, sides and more - Tickets start at $35!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crabs-by-the-lake-2019-tickets-64833376374
- Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens– Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
Walk through the gardens and even enjoy their Butterflies Live exhibit.
- Science Museum of VA– Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
Take a tour through the many exhibitions and learn something new!
https://www.smv.org/?utm_source=google-general
- Virginia Museum of Fine Arts– Aug 30 through Sept 2nd
View a variety of artwork and find you next favorite piece.
https://www.vmfa.museum/home-mobile/
Midlothian
- Woodlake’s Annual Labor Day Party – 14710 Village Square Place - Aug 31st
See the fireworks, live band, and numerous food trucks with friends & family
https://www.woodlakeonline.com/?event=labor-day-party
- Chesterfield County Fair - 10300 Courthouse Road - Aug 23-31st
Attend a tradition that has lasted 106 years with the entire family.
http://chesterfieldcountyfair.org/
- Local Swimming Pools - Various Areas - Aug 23-31st
Visit a local pool to enjoy a swim for the last time before pools begin to close for the year.
https://www.ultimatemotorsva.com/blog/public-swimming-pools-in-midlothian-va/
Powhatan
- Labor Day Parade – Historic Powhatan Courthouse – Sept 2nd
Come out and see the annual Labor Day parade presented by the Powhatan Lions Club
http://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/powhatanva/page-7.php
- 2019 Boombang Music Fest - Vista Del Lago Estate - Aug. 31
Country Music Fest in Powhatan Virginia, hosted by K95 Country Radio
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boombang-music-festival-tickets-62516026117
Surrounding Areas
- Tight Slacks at Stony Point Fashion Park – 9200 Stony Point Pkwy - Aug 29th
Enjoy some Eighties Rock and Motown with some Beer & Wine.
https://www.shopstonypoint.com/live360/Tight-Slacks/2145522539/
- Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar - 9200 Stony Point Pkwy - Aug 30th
Taste a celebratory dinner to end the summer!
- Summer’s End Festival at Wintergreen - 11 Grassy Ridge Road- Aug 30-Sept 2nd
Relax and enjoy the last weekend before the working season begins.
https://www.wintergreenresort.com/labor-day/
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