WHAT’S HAPPENIN’?
Southside Contemporary Art Gallery
Echoes of the Nile, a solo exhibition by Nigerian-born artist Data Oruwari.
Opening reception: 8|1, 7p–9p. Check site for gallery hours.
The 3rd Annual Richmond Music Week
The week kicks off 8|2 with 804 Day, a music and arts festival at 17th Street Market. Performances include Nickelus F, Kaay Taurus, and more. Ant the Symbol will be at In Your Ear Studios for Shockoe Sessions Live. Go to @RichmondMusicWeek for more details.
Bodies of Labor: Hands That Built a Nation
BHMVA hosts a guest lecture and meet-and-greet with the artists of their current exhibition. Free to the community from 2p–4p.
Jay Bordeaux presents: Belly—The Artistic Experience
Music and art curated by Richmond-based artist Jay Bordeaux. Show starts at 7p at Seasons Restaurant.
2025 BLK RVA Community Awards
A true celebration of history, resilience, innovation, and economic impact — the BLK RVA Community Awards returns to honor the vibrant contributions of the Black community across the Richmond Region.
Presented by Wells Fargo, this powerful event recognizes and uplifts Black-owned businesses and community partners who embody the spirit of BLK RVA’s four pillars:
- Arts & Entertainment
- Food & Drink
- Community
- History
The Broadberry presents Chandler Back Home with special guest O-Z.
The last show was a sold out. Doors open at 7p. Show starts at 8p.
Happily Natural Festival — 22nd Anniversary
8|29: The Black Farm Tour (9a–4p) at the African Burial Ground, Shockoe Bottom.
• 8|30: Festival and Urban Farm Expo at Fifth District Mink Farm (starts 11a), featuring performances by Talib Kweli.
• 8|31: Another Black and Beautiful Brunch (11a) at Sankofa Community Orchard.
More details: Happily Natural Festival
Happily Natural Festival — 22nd Anniversary
8|29: The Black Farm Tour (9a–4p) at the African Burial Ground, Shockoe Bottom.
• 8|30: Festival and Urban Farm Expo at Fifth District Mink Farm (starts 11a), featuring performances by Talib Kweli.
• 8|31: Another Black and Beautiful Brunch (11a) at Sankofa Community Orchard.
More details: Happily Natural Festival