What’s Booming RVA: Magicians, Spies and Wars
Boomer’s top 5 picks for the week ahead
Prepare for a mind-blowing week of magic, fairway rides and scratch-your-head performances, WWII, Civil War spies, sci-fi, and immersive Van Gogh. In “What’s Booming RVA: Magicians, Spies and Wars.”
Justin Willman: Illusionati Tour
Aug. 23, 7 p.m., at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond
An interactive evening of magic, comedy, and mind control for all ages. Willman is best known as the star and creator of the hit Netflix series Magic For Humans and The Magic Prank Show with Justin Willman, and has appeared on TV shows including The Tonight Show, The Today Show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and Conan.
Chesterfield County Fair
Aug. 23 to 31 at the Chesterfield County Fair Grounds, Chesterfield
A week of fair fun and a diversity of events – cow-milking, illusions and escapes, cowboy circus, pig races, dog show, foam zone, comedy hypnotist, and more – plus rides, live music, and vendors.
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” in Concert
Aug. 24, 8 p.m., at Altria Theater, Richmond
Experience the animated series with its soundtrack performed by a live orchestra as the film shows on a cinema screen.
World War II in the Pacific
Aug. 24 to 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, at Pamplin Historical Park, Petersburg
The living history weekend includes activities, displays, and presentations from experts in the field, remembering the Allied victory over Imperial Japan. The weekend is a partnership between the host and Hampton Roads Naval Museum, MacArthur Memorial, U.S. Army Quartermaster Museum, U.S. Army Ordnance TSF, U.S. Army Women’s Museum and the Virginia War Memorial.
Wine Down Wednesday – Spies & Smugglers in Underground Richmond
Aug. 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the American Civil War Museum, Richmond
Have a drink while exploring secret codes and smuggling tactics during the Civil War with NPS historian Nathan Hall. Hear about Elizabeth Van Lew’s role as a Union spy working to undermine the Confederacy in Richmond. Decode clues to discover artifacts in the Museum’s exhibits.
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