You’re invited to a free community event on opening day of the exhibition Frida: Beyond the Myth. Join us for a celebration of Frida Kahlo's artistic genius, Mexican heritage, and love for life. VPM’s Keyris Manzanares will be your host for this fun-filled tribute that includes live music, art, food, and more.
Activities
Live Music & Dance DJ Ray-Ray | 1–7 pm Mariachi America RVA | 2–3 pm Mexican Folk Jerocho | 3 pm & 3:45 pm Miramar | 4–4:45 pm Bio Ritmo | 5:45–7 pm
Art Demonstrations Mural Painting with Diego Sanchez | 1-3 pm Printmaking with Studio Two Three | 2-5 pm Backstrap Loom Weaving with VCUarts & Jeannine Diego | 2-4 pm Live Painting on Canvas with Michelle Israel | 4-6 pm
Food Trucks | 1–7 pm
Photo Booth | 1–7 pm
Plan Ahead
The museum will be open late until 7 pm. Tickets are required for Frida: Beyond the Myth. Due to popular demand, we recommend purchasing exhibition tickets in advance. Please feel free to bring picnic blankets and/or lawn chairs. Outside wine/beer/alcohol is not permitted on campus, per VMFA’s Visitor Policies. ¡FridaFest! will happen rain or shine. In the event of rain, the programming will move indoors.
