Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights what we think are the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week, Richmond residents can celebrate Friday Night Out, enjoy a Fall Fest, or check out a band, or perhaps two!

Rose Vaughn @Little Hill Lounge

Thursday, October 2! ✨️⁠
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⚡️Rose Vaughn ⁠
⚡️Sheffield Hall ⁠
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8pm | 21+ | no cover
10753 San Pablo Avenue

First Friday Out! @Windchaser Wine Co.

Friday, October 3, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Richmond's First Friday Out with local favorites: The Factory Bar, Pickles N Smoke, Mr Dim Sum, Rocky Island Oyster Co., and Live Music from Rambletone 1352 S 49th St, Richmond

Third annual Harvest Festival @The Backyard

Third annual Harvest Festival at The Backyard! 😎🍂 Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5 from 12 p.m.-7 p.m. 🍺🍎 Celebrate our PUMPKIN PATCH at The Backyard + the bounty of your local brewers & enjoy the best Oktoberfest/Fall Season beer and cider releases from your favorite local brewers, all under one “roof”! 😉🍻 + LIVE MUSIC, games, and your favorite Backyard eats 🍔😋🌭 In support of Safe Organized Spaces (SOS) — Richmond’s Solutions for Homelessness @sos.richmond ❤️

Enjoy new releases by all of your faves:

@mareislandbrewingco @originalpattern @berryessabrewingco @farwestcider & @sierranevada !!! 😍🥳

We will be collecting donations for Safe Organized Spaces Richmond and encourage our community to come out and support and learn more about this local organization doing incredible work 🙌
The Backyard 205 Cutting Boulevard, Richmond

Michael Michael Motorcycle @Sailing Goat

October 4, 2025, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Since 2017, Michael Michael Motorcycle has been releasing a steady stream of Bay Area earworm weirdness out into the world. The San Francisco guitar duo of Michael Pannone and Jesse Cobb combos with the mighty rhythm section of Marin County’s Jono Clay and Greg Moye to deliver a unique brand of harmony-focused, guitar-driven music that draws from indie rock, folk, Americana, dream pop, and rock and roll. https://motorcycle.band/
Sailing Goat at Point San Pablo Harbor, 1900 Stenmark Dr, Richmond

Fall Festival @Valley View Elementary

Secret Lives @Golden Gate Bistro

Sunday, OCT 5 - SECRET LIVES Live at GOLDEN GATE BISTRO - 7-10 p.m. SECRET LIVES is a rock 'n roll band from Marin County founded by lead guitarist and singer Gene Immendorf. Their solid mix of hard-rocking originals and crowd-pleasing covers brings an electric charge to every show.
803 Wright Ave #101, Richmond, CA 94804

Whey on Wheels @The Factory Bar

The Factory Bar is super excited to host Whey on Wheels this Sunday! They’ll be bringing their delicious cheeses treats and sandwiches to Richmond! Nothing in the world pairs better than one of their amazing sandwiches and a local draft beer. Come by and see for yourself! The Factory Bar 12513 San Pablo Avenue Richmond

Pumpkin Patch @Hilltop Mall

NEW HOURS FOR 2025. Prepare yourself for tons of fun while your children, ages 2-12, play on the multitude of inflatable amusements. Check out our large circus tent that is great to provide that extra needed shade for the perfect Birthday Party, Group gathering, or School Field Trip. Besides the giant inflatable fun, there are many different varieties of pumpkins to choose from, pumpkin accessories, and a wonderfully decorated “memory zone” to take pictures of your little ones. 2200 Hilltop Mall Rd, Richmond, CA 94806

Lot Hours

September 13 – October 31
- Monday through Thursday from 3-9 pm
- Friday from 2-9 pm
- Saturday/Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm

Ages 2-12 Inflatable Admission Price: (Other activities priced separately)

$22 for 1 Hour per child
$27 for 2 Hours (sold on a limited basis on Fri/Sat/Sun)
$35 for all day pass (sold on a limited basis per day). Not available Friday/Saturday/Sundays from October 10/10-10/31)

Under 2 Years Old MINI Toddler Inflatable Wristband (this is for Toddle bounce only – not for large inflatables)

$10 for 1 hour per child
$15 for 2 hours per child

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