Get in the spirit of Oktoberfest with Maymont Bier-Garden and St. Benedict Oktoberfest, plus Iron Blossom Music Festival returns for its second year.

What’s everybody doing this weekend? Looks like the weather will turn favorable for outdoor activities.

Excerpts from the RTD article:

  • St. Benedict Oktoberfest: Toast to fall at St. Benedict Oktoberfest. The fall celebration happens in the heart of the Museum District with authentic German food, music, a huge beer list and fun. 4-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday at Hanover and Belmont avenues. Free entry; pay as you go. (804) 254-8810 or StBenedictOktoberfest.com.
  • Iron Blossom Music Festival: The Iron Blossom Music Festival returns for its second year at the Bon Secours Training Center. Caamp, Mt. Joy, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and the Turnpike Troubadours will headline the two-day festival, in addition to many others. Festival-goers can enjoy Richmond-favorite food trucks, craft cocktails and a craft bazaar featuring local vendors. 1 to 10 p.m. both days. 2401 W. Leigh St. $216 two-day pass, $135 single-day pass; limited ticket options left. Parking passes sold separately. ironblossomfestival.com
  • Maymont Bier-Garden: Get your dirndls and lederhosen ready for Maymont Bier-Garden. Savor delicious Bavarian specialties crafted by Capital Ale House and more fun festival treats from your favorite food trucks. There will also be a Marketplatz filled with local artisans, Bavarian dancers, oom-pah classics, yard games, fire pits, live performances and a Kinderzone. 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. $10 admission, $6 for ages 3 to 16. Carriage House Lawn at Maymont, 1700 Hampton St. maymont.org
  • Jim Gaffigan: Seven-time Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, writer and producer Jim Gaffigan will visit the Altria Theater for his “Barely Alive” tour. 7 p.m. 6 N. Laurel St. $42.75. altriatheater.com
  • RVA East End Festival: The RVA East End Festival is back after a two-year hiatus. This family-friendly event for the RVA community will feature performances by the Richmond Symphony, the Celebration Male Chorus, the Dap Mallory Band, James “Saxsmo” Gates and many more. The festival raises money for arts programs in Richmond Public Schools. Noon-9 p.m. Chimborazo Park, 3201 E. Broad St. Free to attend. rvaeastendfest.wixsite.com/rva-east-end-festiva

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