Memorial Day Festivities in Sandston
For all ages. The American Legion Sandston Post 242 is hosting several ceremonies and events in honor of our veterans, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. This year’s theme is “Honor Our Veterans.” For more information, call 737-4081 or go online to www.ehba.us/parade.
Mon, May 28
Noon - Memorial Service
Seven Pines National Cemetery
1 p.m. - 4th Annual Post 242 Parade
Williamsburg Road
2:30 p.m. - Post Parade Celebration
Sandston Ball Fields (J.B. Finley Rd.)
Enjoy family activities, educational booths, free food and drinks, live music, and more!
Varina Day
For all ages. The Varina Ruritan Club, in cooperation with Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks, is hosting its 17th Annual Varina Community Day. Come out and celebrate the community! Live performances will be featured on stage throughout the day. Children’s activities include a petting zoo, face painting, a moonwalk, and more. If your organization would like to reserve a booth for Varina Day, please call Randy Welch at 328-4500. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Sat, June 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dorey Park. Free.
Mountain Road Art and Exhibit Show
For all ages. Explore the art and history on Mountain Road in Glen Allen by viewing the unique exhibits displayed at the Virginia Randolph Museum, Walkerton Tavern, The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, and Meadow Farm Museum. The Gumenick Gallery at the Center will feature heARTbeat of Virginia, and the Slantwall will showcase Melancholy Escape by artist Max Rooney. Walkerton Tavern will be hosting the opening reception for the Art of Recovery exhibit. Information: 261-6898.
Sun, June 3, 1-4 p.m.
Mountain Road in Glen Allen. Free.
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social
For all ages. Treat your taste buds to Bruster’s delicious ice cream, tour a historic house, and try out some old-fashioned games while listening to some toe-tapping sounds. Great fun for the whole family. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Sun, June 17, 4-6 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Sun, July 15, 4-6 p.m.
The Armour House & Gardens. Free.
Rock the Block
For all ages. Come out and join your community for free mid-week family entertainment in your neighborhood park. Enjoy live music, contests and games, and more! Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Wed, June 20, 6-8 p.m.
Woodman Park. Free.
Music by The Splash Band (Pop, Soul, Variety).
Wed, Aug 8, 6-8 p.m.
Highland Springs Park. Free.
Music by Center Stage Band (R&B, Jazz, Funk).
Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
For all ages. Free fun for the whole family! Join us for our spectacular event in celebration of America’s Independence! Enjoy a multi-faceted array of festive entertainment and activities for the entire family. Activities will include musical entertainment, tethered hot-air balloon rides, arts and crafts, face painting, a petting zoo for children, contests and games, and pony rides! Other highlights include a watermelon feast, Uncle Sam on stilts, Jonathan Austin the juggler, a patriotic performance featuring a historic color guard, drum and fife music, and a period musket salute by Living History Associates, Ltd.
Tours of Meadow Farm Museum and the Orientation Center exhibits will be available free of charge. Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Wed, July 4, 1-5 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park. Free.
Water Safety Fun
For all ages. Come out and learn about water safety! Enjoy water activities, children’s games, and educational exhibits for the whole family! Concessions available for purchase. Information: Rachel Moore, 501-5134.
Fri, July 20, 6-8 p.m.
Osborne Park. Free.
Ahoy Matey! It’s a Pirate’s Paradise!
For all ages. SHIVER ME TIMBERS! It’s a pirate’s life for me! Enjoy a day of everything pirate at Deep Run Park. Be prepared to walk the plank, venture on a hunt to search for pirate’s treasure, get temporary airbrush tattoos, have your face painted, make pirate crafts, or maybe even meet Blackbeard himself! Bring the kids in their best pirate attire for costume contests and games. Get ready for life on the high seas with authentic pirate tunes and sea chanteys performed by The Press Gang. You won’t want to miss this pirate-themed day of fun! Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: 290-0305.
Sat, Aug 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Deep Run Park. Free.
The Civil War at Walkerton Tavern
For all ages. Join members of the 12th VA Infantry for a day of sampling various aspects of both military and civilian life during the war years. Events include drill demonstrations, a picnic lunch auction, mourning practices, camp cooking, women’s clothing display, dance demonstrations, and live music by The String-Tyme Minstrels. Information: 261-6898.
Sat, Aug 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Glen Allen Day
For all ages. The Glen Allen Ruritan Club in association with the County of Henrico Division of Recreation and Parks will host Glen Allen Day, one of Henrico County’s largest outdoor festivals! Celebrating 16 years, Glen Allen Day festivities kickoff with the Glen Allen Day Parade at 9:30 a.m. beginning at the intersection of John Cussons Road and Mountain Road and continuing down Mountain Road to Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park. Activities in the park include children’s activities, balloons by Miss Sheri the Clown, an arts, crafts, and business fair, custom and classic car show, and live musical entertainment featuring local musicians on two stages. Concessions will be available for purchase. For event photos and details, including a participant application, please visit www.GlenAllenDay.org or call the Glen Allen Ruritan hotline at 257-9605.
Sat, Sept 15, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park. Free.
Rain date: Sat, Sept 22, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Bark in the Park
For all ages. The Division of Recreation and Parks is teaming up with Henrico Humane Society to offer its 5th Annual Bark in the Park. Bring your best furry friend out and enjoy a day of fun-filled family activities. Activities include a 2K walk with your pup, an expo of local vendors providing products and services for your favorite pets, a pet costume contest, live music, children’s activities, and more! Concessions will be available for purchase. There is a $25 registration fee for the 2K walk. For more information, visit www.henricohumane.org, call the Henrico Humane Society at 262-6634, or contact Recreation and Parks at 501-5134.
Sat, Sept 29, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Walk begins at 11 a.m.
Rain date: Sun, Sept 30, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Dorey Park. Free admission.