5 things to do in Richmond, VA — Friday, September 4, 2026

1. Introduction to the Memory Lab

   On the calendar at Memory Lab, starting 6 a.m.

   Interested in digitizing old photographs or VHS tapes and don’t know where to start? Visit Richmond Public Library’s Memory Lab and learn about the equipment and resources available here, how the...

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2. Get Crafty Together: Clay Maple Leaf Trinket Dish

   Arts and culture at Teen Space - Main Library, starting 12 p.m.

   Novice and experienced crafters alike, get ready to create something special as we all get crafty together! Create a beautiful trinket dish using air-dry clay shaped like a maple leaf, perfect for...

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3. 2nd Street Festival

   Festival in Richmond, starting 2 p.m.

   2-day event in historic Jackson Ward neighborhood in Downtown Richmond, Virginia

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4. ARE N BEE: Labor Day Weekend R&B Party | Richmond

   Live music at Ember Music Hall, starting 5 p.m.

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5. First Friday in the Arts District

   Community at Richmond Arts District, starting 2 p.m.

   Presented by RVA First Fridays

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Sources

• Official city, county and parks department calendars — Government event calendars for each covered market
• Public library event calendars — Library programming published by local systems
• Convention and visitors bureau calendars — Destination-marketing organizations for each city