From historical happenings and family-friendly events to brewery bashes, baseball, and breathtaking fireworks displays, the Richmond Region is your destination for July 4th fun and festivities! Check out these awesome ways to spend your 4th of July in RVA! 

FIREWORKS & FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENTS

Richmond Flying Squirrels baseball gameIndependence Day Celebration & Super Blast Fireworks

THE DIAMOND

JULY 4, 2023, 6:35 p.m.

Root for the home team as Richmond's minor league baseball team, the Richmond Flying Squirrels, take on the Bowie Baysox at The Diamond. Stick around and enjoy post-game Super Blast fireworks following the game. Don't miss one of the most exciting celebrations of the year with the Flying Squirrels! Click here for ticket information. 

Dogwood Dell Fourth of July Celebration

Dogwood Dell 4th of July Celebration

DOGWOOD DELL (BYRD PARK)

JULY 4, 2023, Time TBD

Celebrate under the stars with a free night of live music! Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, and head over to Dogwood Dell, a 2,400 seat amphitheater in Byrd Park. Early arrival is encouraged! Details coming soon.

Kings Dominion Eiffel Tower

4th of July Fireworks at Kings Dominion

KINGS DOMINION

JULY 4, 2023, 9:00 p.m.

Head to Hanover County and join Kings Dominion for their annual 4th of July fireworks show! After a day of riding roller coasters and having a splashing good time in Soak City, sit back, relax and enjoy the colorful display of fireworks set to patriotic tunes. For more details, click here. 

Fireworks

Chesterfield County 4th of July Celebration

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

JULY 4, 2023, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate the festive occasion with a spectacular fireworks display at dark and plenty of fun leading up to the big show in the sky! This event, held at the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds (across from L.C. Bird High School), includes a children’s inflatables area, numerous food vendors, live music by The Tight Slacks, and special entertainment. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the fireworks begin at dark. For more details, click here.

Brunch on the Plaza: Independence Day Edition

BROWN'S ISLAND

JULY 2, 2023, 3:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Grab your friends and family and enjoy an afternoon of live music, fun and food on the plaza! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and grab a bite to eat from local food trucks on site like K&M Salmon Balls, Chef Pescado, GMT, Fries in Disguise, Kingzz Water Ice and more! Get your tickets today, here.

Red, White & Lights Henrico Flyer

Red, White & Lights

MEADOW FARM MUSEUM AT CRUMP PARK

JULY 4, 2023, 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Wear your red, white and blue and enjoy the holiday at the park with live entertainment, food trucks, games and activities, and a concert by the Richmond Symphony with a laser light show finale! Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy the entertainment. Learn more, here

Lewis Ginter Free Fourth of July

Free Fourth of July

LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDEN

JULY 4, 2023, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Celebrate your Fourth of July with FREE admission to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, courtesy of CarMax! Enjoy the beautiful gardens, Butterflies LIVE! and children's activities in the library. Learn more, here. 

Patrick Henry reenactment at St. John's Church

Independence Day Liberty or Death Reenactment 

HISTORIC ST. JOHN'S CHURCH

JULY 4, 2023, SELECT TIMES

Witness a live historical reenactment at St. John's Church in the historic Church Hill neighborhood! Venture back through time to March 1775 and watch history come alive at the original location of the Second Virginia Convention. Hear Patrick Henry’s immortal “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech as he convinces his fellow delegates to take up arms against the King! Details coming soon.

 

BARS, BREWERIES & RESTAURANT EVENTS

Isley Brewing Company

4th of July at Isley Brewing Company

ISLEY BREWING COMPANY

JULY 4, 2023, 12:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Celebrate the 4th of July and Isley Brewing Company's new lager release! This exciting celebration will include live musical performances throughout the day, patio games, a food truck and more! Plus, stick around for perfect view of the evening fireworks at The Diamond from their urban patio. Learn more. 

James River Cellars Winery

Red, Whites, & Tunes

JAMES RIVER CELLARS

JULY 4, 2023, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate Independence Day in style at James River Cellars! Enjoy live music by the talented Ryan Link from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with the tasting room doors open from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. More details here.

There are plenty of exciting summer events ahead in the Richmond Region!

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