Movies, Music, & More: Summer Events in Richmond and Berea

Hannah C • June 9, 2023
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School’s out for summer! Now what? Not sure what to do with your kiddos for the next two months? Both Richmond and Berea Parks and Recreation have filled their calendars with events that are both family-friendly and FUN! Here are just some of the options available to you!


In Richmond


4th of July Celebration:

Richmond’s annual 4th of July Celebration will be held at Lake Reba Park on Tuesday, July 4th! Here is a schedule of events for the day!

  • Live Music:
  • Tyler Hood at 5:00 PM
  • Allnuts4Music at 6:00 PM
  • Rock of Ages at 8:00 PM
  • Paradise Cove Free Swim: 4:00PM - 7:00PM
  • Free Adventure Falls Mini Golf: 4:00PM - 10:00PM
  • Food Trucks, Beer & Wine Vendors, and Inflatables: Open at 5:00PM
  • Fireworks: 10:00PM


Movies in the Park:

Movies in the Park will resume this month at Irvine McDowell Park! Movies begin at dark, and there will be vendors for snacks and beverages at each!

  • June 23rd, 2023: Sweet Home Alabama 
  • July 28th, 2023: Dirty Dancing 


Paradise Cove Free Swim:

Hang out and swim at Paradise Cove for FREE! Free swim lasts from 4:00PM to 7:00PM and is the perfect family outing!  

  • June 30th, 2023
  • July 21st, 2023


Check out the Richmond Parks and Recreation website HERE for more information on these events plus a calendar filled with even more family fun!


In BErea


Family Swim Nights:

The Berea Swimming Pool has three remaining dates for family swim! Mark your calendars for a FREE night of fun! All dates are from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.

  • June 20th
  • July 11th
  • July 25th


Dive in Movies:

There is no better way to enjoy a warm summer night than swimming AND a movie! Berea Parks and Recreation is hosting free movie events at the Berea swimming pool. Check out the dates and movie choices below!

  • June 16th: “Super Pets”
  • July 21st: Movie TBD


Check out the Berea Parks and Recreation website HERE for more information on their summer calendar and pool!


Be sure to take advantage of these awesome events to beat the heat and spend some quality time with your family and friends! We can’t wait to see you there!

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