LIST: Outdoor events coming to Richmond’s Maymont Park this fall

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Maymont Park in Richmond has released its lineup of fall outdoor events, ranging from an Oktoberfest celebration to a “Merry Market” meant to ring in the winter season.

A press release sent out by the 100-acre historic estate and public park detailed all of the outdoor events it will be hosting from September to December.

Some events take place over a weekend or during a window of time. Others are set for specific dates throughout the fall season. Here’s what to expect when visiting Maymont this autumn.

Bier-Garden: Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22

This two-day celebration of all things “beer, brats and family fun” takes place on the first weekend of both fall and the worldwide Volksfest known as Oktoberfest, according to the release.

Those 21 and over will be able to enjoy an authentic Paualner beer or a craft beer from Bingo Beer Co. and Väsen, or even participate in a Stein-Hoisting Contest. According to the release, there will be plenty of German-style food from Capital Ale House — as well as other specialty chefs — to go around.

The Festhaus tent will sport long tables where attendees to relax and eat, with music provided by DJ BearBonez. Jonathan the Juggler will be performing and there will be plenty of lawn games to partake in.

According to Maymont, kids can visit the Kinderzone to take part in crafts and games, spend time with farm animals and enjoy kid-friendly food supplied by food trucks. Those food options will include funnel cakes, popcorn and waffles.

There will also be a Marketplaz filled with local artisans. According to Maymont, this will include vendors selling hand-crafted treats and gifts.

All of this excitement will take place from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Carriage House Lawn.

There will be live performances on both days — the Pay Rent Brass Band will entertain on Saturday and the Monumentals on Sunday.

For additional information and to purchase tickets, check out Maymont’s website .

Estate Walking Tours: Fridays in September

A new program coming to Maymont this fall, hour-long walking tours of the property will be held on Fridays throughout the month of September.

These tours will include the gardens, outbuildings and other estate features, according to Maymont. Guides will tell visitors all about the design of the Italian garden, Maymont’s rare specimen trees and more.

The tours begin on the hour at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. each Friday. For full scheduling information and to purchase tickets, visit Maymont’s website .

Pollinator-Friendly Container Garden Workshops: Sept. 18 and 19

Have you ever wanted to create a container garden? These make-and-take workshops, also new to Maymont this year, will provide you with all of the materials and the necessary guidance to create a container garden fit for Virginia pollinators.

The workshops will run on both days from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with attendees asked to bring gloves. According to Maymont, you’ll be able to both customize and learn to care for your garden longterm during these events.

Visit Maymont’s website for additional information and to buy tickets to either the Wednesday or Thursday workshop.

Garden Glow: Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Sunday, Nov. 10

Presented by Kroger, the Garden Glow event is described by Maymont as “one of Richmond’s favorite outdoor experiences.”

Maymont will be transformed by vibrant and dramatic lighting strung over its gardens and structures.

The release states that Garden Glow has expanded this year, with new lighting effects to be used and additional nights added to the schedule. This will reportedly include some free and discounted member nights.

According to Maymont, there will also be art installations from all around the world on display — but further details have not yet been shared.

Those interested in seeing Maymont all aglow can visit the park shortly after sunset during the event period.

Merry Market: Saturday, Dec. 7 – Sunday, Dec. 8

As Richmond transitions from fall into winter, Maymont’s Merry Market brings artisans from throughout the region to its Carriage House Lawn to share their products with visitors.

“Cozy up to a fire pit with a cup of good cheer or hot cocoa and browse hundreds of unique gift items in a curated local artisan market,” Maymont said on its website.

Maymont will also be dressed up for the holidays, complete with twinkling lights and evergreen decorations.

Those interested in attending the market should visit Maymont between noon and 5 p.m. this early December weekend.

Maymont offers a variety of programming throughout the year. For more information on everything Maymont has to offer — including day camps, hikes and events aimed at younger children, among others — check out its full list of upcoming events .

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