11 ways to savor Richmond's final weeks of summer
Why it matters: It's time to get busy and make the most of these last few weeks of summer, especially since Richmond-area public schools start back up in two weeks.
Driving the news: Here a few can't-miss RVA summer experiences you should try to check off your list.
⚾️ Take in one last game at The Diamond.
There are just a few more weeks of home games for The Squirrels' season, which is their last at The Diamond before it closes and the team moves to CarMax Park.
🦀 Host a Chesapeake Bay crab pickin'.
🍉 Hit up a Richmond summer festival, like next weekend's Carytown Watermelon Festival and the Richmond Jazz fest or Crabs, Beer & Spirits by the James at the end of the month.
🎸 Get thee to the new Allianz Amphitheater for a show, and with 11 concerts on deck for August, you've got plenty of chances.
🎡 Go to the fair. The state fair may not happen until late September, but Chesterfield's starts Aug. 22.
🍽️ Check out one of the many new restaurants that opened this summer.
🫗 Grab one last meal at longtime favorites Brenner Pass and Nokoribi before they close forever this month.
🎢 Visit Kings Dominion or Busch Gardens during their 50th anniversary summer.
👙 Hit the water at one of Richmond's outdoor public pools and splash pads, which are open through Labor Day.
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