As part of the festivities, a number of events are being organized by friends of Fall Line Fest.
Harvey Memorial Fund Benefit Photography Exhibit & Buffet
Balliceaux (203 N. Lombardy St.) / 5pm / $5 Buffet and Free to Attend
A show of photography gathered from many local point and shoot enthusiasts ranging in ages from 7 to 70. Hundreds of prints will be available for purchase (12” Prints : $5 each/3 for $12. 7” Prints : $2 each/3 for $5). There will be a $5 buffet and musical entertainment. $1 from every sale will be donated to the Harvey Memorial Fund.
Richmond Premiere of The Legend of Cool “Disco” Dan Documentary
The Byrd Theatre / 7:30pm / Free to Attend
The Legend of COOL “DISCO” DAN is a documentary film directed by Joseph Pattisall and Executive Produced by Roger Gastman. The 90-minute documentary narrated by D.C. native Henry Rollins, tells the story of Washington, D.C. in the 1980s through the eyes of D.C. graffiti legend, COOL “DISCO”DAN. Blending exclusive interviews with dozens of local and national celebrities along with archival footage, Washington natives offer the most comprehensive por- trait to date on this critical decade of the 1980s. The development of Go-Go, D.C.’s distinctive style of urban music, racial tensions, crews, sensationalist media, crack, and graffiti are important pieces of this story. Facebook event.
The Flaming Lips “Zaireeka” Listening Party
Ipanema (917 W. Grace St.) / 11pm / Free to Attend
Get hazy with Deep Groove as they synchronize 4 TURNTABLES to play The Flaming Lips’ CLASSIC experimental-psych record: ZAIREEKA in-full! Don’t miss out on a once-in a lifetime opportunity to hear the LP as it was meant to be heard AND on WAX to BOOT! The main event should start sometime after 11PM with other psychedelic and funky grooves being spun before and after!
Additionally, many art galleries have special artist talks and receptions to preview their Friday shows. See gallery websites or Facebook pages for more information.
Fall Line Fest Registration + Art Installation + Food Court
VCUArts ICA Site (corner of W. Broad St. and N. Belvidere St.) / 3pm-8pm / Free to Visit
Fall Line Fest registration begins. Remember you must come to the ICA Site at the corner of W. Broad Street and N. Belvidere Street to purchase a Fest wristband, or exchange your ticket for a Fest wristband. Purchasers of VIP badges should pick up at the ICA Site as well. We know who you are. Your ticket does not admit you to the events! 601 W Broad St.
When you arrive at the ICA Site, enjoy food trucks, beer truck, coffee truck, and an incredible art installation by Aziz and Cucher, curated by ICA Director, Lisa Freiman. Take a photo with a LOVEly sculpture by local artists at Fest friend, RamBikes. Park your bike there!
Everyone is welcome at the ICA Site Party! A portion of beer sales will benefit FeedRVA, which works to provide local, healthy, food options for Richmond’s underserved communities.
Live Mural Painting
Emrick Flats Lot (101 W. Marshall St.) / 3pm-6pm / Free to Attend
Muralist Ham? continues live painting of a large scale mural on the face of the former Emrick Chevrolet turned loft condo building across from Gallery 5 and Art 180, and next to Saison.
Anthony Aziz and Sammy Cucher Artist Talk
Grace Street Theater / 4pm / Free to Attend
VCUArts will host an artist talk with Anthony Aziz and Sammy Cucher, who make up the collective Aziz + Cucher. The collective will also be exhibiting during Fall Line Fest at the VCU ICA Site.
First Fridays Art Walk
Broad Street Arts District / 5pm-9pm / Free to Attend
Many of Richmond’s revered galleries open their doors to a lively art scene. See details on many of the shows on the Art section of our website!
Hype Happy Hour
Pasture / 5pm – 7pm / Free to Attend
Fall Line Fest sponsor Hype will be hosting a happy hour to offer those interested in learning more about this volunteer driven organization to connect and mobilize young professionals.
Farmers’ Market & GrowRVA Food / Art Market
Quirk Parking Lot / 5pm-9pm / Free to Attend
Richmond loves to eat local. Our food scene depends on many of the local farmers setting up in the parking lot of Quirk Gallery for Fall Line Fest. Come meet these growers and pick up provisions for the weekend.
Local artisans will also be in attendance, selling jewelry, clothing, ceramics, books, and other wares as part of Mystery Mart.
Record Label Expo + Panel Discussion
The Well / 11am – 3pm / Free to Attend
WRIR will host a local/regional record label expo. Attendees will given the opportunity to meet the people who own and run local record labels, browse their catalog of releases, and purchase items they have for sale. Facebook event.
Back in the Groove with Karen Hansen, RYT, and DJ Moxie
Candela Books + Gallery (214 W. Broad St.) / 10am / Free to Attend
Yoga and rally! lululemon athletica is throwing down a yoga class to leave you feeling rejuvenated after a long night and ready to rock out the rest of the Fest. Ambassador Karen Hansen will lead a slower, detoxifying, vinyasa flow class. In true Fest style, it’s going down to the tunes of a live DJ. You bring your mat. lululemon will bring the juice. All levels. Everyone welcome. Arrive early, space limited.
Fall Line Fest Registration + Art Installation + Food Court
VCUArts ICA Site (corner of W. Broad St. and N. Belvidere St.) / 12pm-8pm / Free to Attend
ICA Site Party resumes! Depending upon your strategy, grab a coffee or beer, and some brunch. Food, beer, coffee, art, continues all the way until 8:00 pm. Enjoy this RVA Gateway to the arts district all day long. Fall Line Fest wristbands available for purchase (or exchange with a ticket).
Art Galleries
Broad Street Arts District / Hours Vary / Free to Visit
Galleries are open all day. Walk the arts district and be surprised at what you might see.
Farmers’ Market & GrowRVA Food / Art Market
Quirk Parking Lot / 12pm-5pm / Free to Attend
Local artisans will be in attendance, selling jewelry, clothing, ceramics, books, and other wares as part of Mystery Mart.
Live Mural Painting
Emrick Flats Lot (101 W. Marshall St.) / 12pm-6pm / Free to Attend
Mural painting continues. See artist Ham? put the finishing touches on his latest large scale mural all day Saturday.
Zach Hryciak & The Jungle Beat + Valdosta
Ipanema / 1pm – 4pm / Free to Attend
Ipanema will host a free day show featuring live performances by Valdosta (the new project of local singer/songwriter David Shultz) and Zach Hryciak & The Jungle Beat. Facebook event.
Cannabis Corpse + The Catalyst + Iron Reagan + Unholy Thoughts + Suppression
The Lost Bowl / 2pm – 7pm / Donations
Five of Richmond’s best metal / punk bands join forces for a show to benefit a friend in need. Facebook event.
Dirty Fences + Kasa + Flesh Control
Steady Sounds / 2pm – 4pm / Free to Attend
Steady Sounds will host a series of free in-store artist performances, featuring Dirty Fences at 2pm, Kasa (Dave Grant of Action Patrol) at 3pm, and Flesh Control at 3:30pm. Facebook event.
Ocean Versus Daughter + Kiss Your Brother
Courtyard behind Big Secret (308 N. Adams St.) / 4pm-6pm / Free to Attend
Ocean Versus Daughter jams piano driven indie rock in the secret courtyard behind Big Secret. Kiss Your Brother opens. Facebook event.
Family Fest
Abner Clay Park (200 W. Clay St.) / 2pm-6pm / Free to Attend
Free festival for young and old at Abner Clay Park in historic Jackson Ward. More info via Facebook.