Registration Information
Summer 2024 Classes & Programs
Registration for VMFA Members & Non-members is currently underway online, by phone, and in person.
Explore the Summer 2024 Classes & Programs BrochureFall 2024 Classes & Programs
Registration for VMFA Members
To accommodate the high demand, members-only registration for the following categories will begin as noted:
Studio School and Art History Classes (ages 16+)
Tue, Aug 6 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Teen and All Children’s Classes
Wed, Aug 7 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
VMFA members have the first chance to register for classes. Not a member? Join today.
Registration for Nonmembers
Nonmember registration for all classes begins Tue, Aug 13 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Explore the Fall 2024 Classes & Programs Brochure
In need of assistance?
Visitor Services is available by phone 804.340.1405 starting at 8 am or in-person at the museum starting at 10 am on registration days.
Dominion Energy Jazz Café:
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Dominion Energy Jazz Café | Sista Nickey McMullen
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Cochrane Atrium
Jazz Café welcomes the debut performance of Sista Nickey McMullen, a powerhouse vocalist interpreting jazz, soul, R&B and some of Latin music’s most recognizable tunes. Her musical collaborators include Carl Lester-El on bass, Chris Beasley on guitar, JL Harris on keys, Marcus EShadd Parker on drums, and BB Hamilton on trombone.
Dominion Energy Jazz Café | Kurt Crandall
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Cochrane Atrium
After 5 Fridays:
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After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze
Friday, July 25, 2025
5:30–8:30 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden
Leon City Sounds will be on the spin playing Latin soul, reggae, ska, cumbia, and tropical music at the Pauley Patio in the Robins Sculpture Garden. (If it rains, we'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium.) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks (including two food trucks on Grove Avenue) will be available for purchase.
After 5 Fridays | First Friday
Friday, August 1, 2025
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden
It’s back to school time—Sol Skool!
VMFA is excited to present Sol Skool Arts Festival '25 with hosts Jamil Jasey and Roosev Lanfranco. Join us for August's First Friday in the Robins Sculpture Garden for a lively program that highlights artists from the Richmond community. Enjoy a range of performances from poetry, music to belly dancing and more!
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After 5 Fridays | Dance After Work
Friday, August 15, 2025
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden
Hip-hop line dancing with Kemel Patton is back, so grab your fan and get ready to put those boots on the ground for summer fun in the beautiful Robins Sculpture Garden!
After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze
Friday, August 22, 2025
5:30–8:30 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden
Don't miss DJ Rayvon on the spin on the Pauley Patio in the Sculpture Garden. (If it rains, no worries: We'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium!) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase.
After 5 Fridays | Summer Breeze
Friday, September 26
6–8 pm
Free; no tickets or registration required
Sculpture Garden
The Salsa Guy is back on the spin in the Sculpture Garden's Pauley Patio. (If it rains, we'll move the party to the Cochrane Atrium.) Come ready to dance and be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase.