An anticipated 200,000 fans showed up for three days of dance, music, food and more during the 19th Richmond Folk Festival Oct. 13-15 on Brown’s Island. The festival has become one of Virginia’s largest and most beloved events, according to event organizers, with its six stages that showcase music and dance from more than 30 performing groups from Virginia and around the world. It is produced by Venture Richmond in partnership with the National Council for the Traditional Arts (NCTA), the Virginia Folklife Program of Virginia Humanities, the Center for Cultural Vibrancy, the Children’s Museum, and the City of Richmond.
