2nd Street Festival October 4, 2009

The 2nd Street Festival, presented by Dominion and Verizon, returns for the 21st year on Oct. 3 and 4, to celebrate the rich culture of the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood. The event is produced by Venture Richmond. As always, the 2nd Street Festival takes place the first full weekend in Oct. Over the years it has grown to be one of the Mid-Atlantic’s largest street festivals. Nearly 50,000 people visit historic Jackson Ward to reminisce about the days when 2nd Street was the heart and soul of Richmond’s African American community. Attendees enjoy live music, R&B, fashion shows, gospel music and performances by community groups on four stages. There is also children’s area, marketplace, delicious food, and reuniting with family, friends, classmates and acquaintances. Please no pets allowed.

Official Website: http://www.venturerichmond.com/vrevents.html