August 2025: RVA Events and Things to Do

Be sure to check the Pastore Properties of Richmond website every month for updated events.

Barks & Brews Market @ Benchtop Brewing Co.

Dates: August 2nd, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 434 Hull St.
Get ready for a paw-some afternoon from 12–5 p.m. with cold brews, a bustling local market, and furry fun! Benchtop @benchtopbrewing_rva & @petty.markets is bringing small business vendors right to our taproom. Find homemade dog treats for puppies, collars, toys, and more—plus Benchtop’s full draft lineup, NA options, and food menu will be available all day! Bring your pups—inside with you, Just keep them leashed and well-behaved. We can’t wait to raise a glass (and a tail!) with you and your furry friends (cats too).

Dates: August 7th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 434 Hull St.
Get ready to dab, sip & Win! Join us every Thursday from 7–8 PM at Benchtop Brewing RVA for Bingo Night! Mark your cards, tag your crew, and compete for awesome prizes! Whether you’re a bingo champ or just here for the laughs, we’ve got brews flowing and good vibes going! See you there!

Dates: August 9th, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 6015 Nine Mile Road
The East End Street Fair was founded in 2024 with a bold vision—to bring liveliness, culture, and fun back to the heart of the community. What started as a small initiative to reignite the energy of the East End has quickly grown into a highly anticipated event, bringing together local businesses, artists, food vendors, and families for an unforgettable experience every 2nd Saturday. Designed to celebrate diversity, creativity, and connection, the East End Street Fair offers an exciting blend of live music, delicious food, artisan vendors, and interactive activities for all ages. From the vibrant Kid Zone to unique exhibitor showcases, the fair is a place where the community comes together to shop, eat, dance, and enjoy the spirit of togetherness.

Dates: August 14th, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Price: Free
Location: 600 East Laburnum Avenue
NASCAR Youth Series presented by Cook Out will showcase the sport’s stars of tomorrow August 14-16 at Richmond Raceway. Drivers ages 5-16 will race in the drift and bus parking lots near Laburnum Lot C, providing fans with even more action leading up to the Cook Out 400 NASCAR Cup Series Race on Saturday. This event is Free to spectators. More information at https://www.richmondraceway.com/nascar-youth/

Dates: August 23rd, 2025
Time: 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Price: Free
Location: North Center Street and Henry Clay Road
If you’ve never been to Ashland, Virginia look no further than the Ashland Half Marathon & 5k to find yourself soaking in every ounce of the colorful town! Dubbed “The Center of the Universe” this quaint community has historic homes, a bustling downtown, and delicious restaurants and breweries. Whether you choose to participate in the half marathon or 5k, each course promises an escape to small-town Virginia and the chance to run alongside a passing train. All aboard because this is one race you can’t miss!