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Top five weekend events: Dominion Energy Riverrock, Lebanese Food Fest & Pauly D
Dominion Energy Riverrock
Friday-Sunday
It’s an action-packed weekend as Dominion Energy’s three-day outdoor sports and music festival makes its return to Brown’s Island, bringing an extensive lineup of activities and entertainment for outdoor enthusiasts and music lovers alike, including trail running, fishing and kayaking on the James River, along with the chance to indulge in a wide selection of food options, watch professional athletes compete or dogs take flight, enjoy live music while sipping on craft brews and more. All day, activity times/dates vary. 501 Tredegar St., Free, some activities $20+. (804) 285-9495 or www.riverrockrva.com.
Lebanese Food Festival
The Lebanese Food Festival will be held May 19-21 at Saint Anthony Maronite Church, 4611 Sadler Road, Glen Allen. www.lebanesefoodfestival.com
Pauly D
Pauly D from the cast of "Jersey Shore" is headed to Richmond for a DJ set at The Park RVA.
Jo Dee Messina at After Hours
Friday
Another summer of concerts kicks off with the After Hours concert series at Meadow Event Park with country music’s Jo Dee Messina. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., show starts at 6:30 p.m., 13191 Dawn Blvd., Doswell. $21-$99. (800) 514-3849 or www.afterhoursconcertseries.com.
Flowers After 5
Flowers After 5
Thursday
Flowers After 5 returns to Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens to add a touch of relaxation to your Thursday evenings, inviting you to wander the 50 acres of scenic gardens, tune in to live music and treat yourself to a selection of food and drinks. You can also check out the new Incanto illuminated sculptures from Burning Man artist Kate Raudenbush at Flowers After 5. Open from 9 a.m.-9 p.m., music at 5-8 p.m. 1800 Lakeside Avenue. $8-$17. (804) 262-9887 or www.lewisginter.org. Through mid-September.
