HeyRVA! Things to Do

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Welcome to HeyRVA.com, your go-to spot for ‘things to do’ in Richmond, Virginia! Whether you’re a local looking to spice up your weekend plans or a visitor wanting to dive into what makes this city special, you’re in the right place. We’re here to share the coolest events, must-see attractions, and all the unique things that make Richmond one-of-a-kind. From quirky local favorites to hidden gems, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you explore the city. Stay tuned for all the tips and info you need to enjoy the best of RVA!

To start… is that not the coolest license plate you’ve ever seen? 🤣

One of our staff noticed this car at a traffic light and actually got out to take a picture, lol. We need more of that light-hearted approach in what’s often a stressful world. Oh, and cool car too!

Richmond Bands Calendar

If you’re like us, you always want to know where your favorite bands are playing around town but it proved difficult. Well, years ago, we created the Richmond Bands Facebook group, a place that allows bands from around the Richmond area to post where they’re playing each week.

We call it RichmondBands.com. Type either that or RVAbands.com in your browser to be directed to Richmond's premier Facebook group where bands and nightclubs are posting their gig schedules. What's your jam? Need to find out who is playing where? Check out RichmondBands.com.

Nine Interesting Facts About Richmond

  1. Every year, the Nascar Sprint Cup is held at the Richmond International Raceway.

  2. Patrick Henry's famous "Give me liberty or give me death" speech was made in Richmond's St. John's Church.

  3. Surprisingly, you won't find a pony at pony pasture, lol.

  4. Richmond, VA had the first electric streecars in the US, the Richmond Passenger Railway.

  5. The White House of the Confederacy is located in Richmond and was home to Confederate President Jefferson Davis.

  6. From 1901 to 1948, the Jefferson Hotel had live alligators in the Palm Court fountains.

  7. Tennis pro, Arthur Ashe Jr., who was the first black man to win the singles title at Wimbledon and the Australian and U.S. Open was raised right here in Richmond.

  8. The state capitol building was designed by none other than Thomas Jefferson.

  9. Richmond had the first African American governor. Doug Wilder was born and raised in the Churchill District of RVA and was elected Governor of Virginia in 1989.