Fall nights are glowing in RVA this weekend. Wander Maymont's Garden Glow, raise a stein at Oktoberfest, and cheer on the Kickers under the lights. Take the kids to the new Barbie exhibit, or walk through Richmond's Revolutionary history. Here are five ways to get out and enjoy RVA.

1. Garden Glow at Maymont (FAMILY)

When: Thursday-Sunday, October 15-18, 5-10 PM
Where: Maymont, 1700 Hampton St., Richmond 23220
Why we love it: Maymont lights up after dark with the glowing Woodland Trail and Japanese Garden, plus a Glow Village with food trucks, s'mores around fire pits and activities for all ages. It's a perfect fall night out for the whole family.
Tickets & details: https://maymont.org/calendar/garden-glow/

2. 56th Richmond Oktoberfest (21+)

When: Friday, October 16, 6-10 PM & Saturday, October 17, 3-10 PM
Where: Old Dominion Building, Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E. Laburnum Ave., Richmond 23222
Why we love it: Richmond's longtime German-style Festhaus is back for its 56th year with beer, brats and the full Oktoberfest party. Tickets are $10 per person; alcohol is served to guests 21+ with age verification.
Event details: https://www.visitrichmondva.com/event/56th-richmond-oktoberfest/50996/

3. Richmond Kickers vs. Corpus Christi FC (FAMILY)

When: Saturday, October 17, 6 PM (happy hour 5-6 PM)
Where: City Stadium, 3201 Maury St., Richmond 23224
Why we love it: Catch USL League One soccer under the lights at City Stadium. Tickets start at $18, and there are discounted drafts during the 5-6 PM happy hour before kickoff.
Tickets & details: https://www.richmondkickers.com/

4. Barbie: A Cultural Icon Opens at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (KIDS)

When: Opens Saturday, October 17 (runs through January 18, 2027)
Where: Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond 23220
Why we love it: A new exhibition explores Barbie's decades as a cultural icon, a fun museum trip for little fans and the grown-ups who grew up with her. Opening weekend is a great time to be first through the door.
Event details: https://richmondmagazine.com/arts-entertainment/richmond-events/barbie-a-cultural-icon-virginia-museum-history-culture/

5. Richmond's Revolutionary Spirit Historic Tour (ADULTS)

When: Saturday, October 17, 10 AM
Where: Patrick Henry Park, 2400 E. Broad St., Richmond 23223
Why we love it: A guided walking tour from RVA Hidden History Storytellers covers the site of Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty" speech, Benedict Arnold's raid and Lafayette's welcome to Richmond. Tickets are $27 per person.
Tickets & details: https://www.visitrichmondva.com/event/richmonds-revolutionary-spirit-historic-tour/20900/