Fidos After 5

The Garden partners with the Richmond SPCA and leashed dogs are allowed during Flowers After 5 on select nights only.

All dogs must be leashed (no retractable leashes) and current on rabies vaccinations. Please Note: We welcome dogs in the Robins Visitor Center and Conservatory but ask that they not enter the Kelly Education Center building. Please read our rules and guidelines for visiting Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden with dogs.

Leashed dogs are allowed on Fidos nights only.

Performances run from 5-8p.m. with a brief intermission. Event will be held rain or shine; in the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Food & Drinks

Guests are welcome to bring chairs and blankets to spread out on the lawn, and there are a limited number of chairs and tables available on a first-come, first served basis.

PLEASE NOTE: Outside food and drink are not allowed to be brought into the Garden.

Food and drinks are available for purchase from 5-8p.m. at the concert site, under Bloemendaal House tent. Alcohol sales end at 7:45p.m.

FIDOS AFTER 5 2025 MUSICAL LINE-UP

Dates: May 22, June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, August 14 & 28, September 11, October 9 & 23

May 22 – Kozy Cats are the convergence of friends who got the band back together – with stellar results. The musical pedigrees for this group of locals are too long and wide to list, but include appearances on Soul Train, piano-playing with Chubby Checker, and week-long stands at the legendary Peppermint Beach Club. Currently this group is delighting audiences with danceable covers of Wilson Pickett, Herman’s Hermits, David Bowie, and a couple dozen more soul & pop artists. This performance will feature the mighty Kozy Cats Horns, ensuring a rollicking good time for everyone.

June 12 – Drawing on their diverse musical backgrounds, The Whiskey Rebellion mix the spontaneity of bluegrass, the collectiveness of jazz, and the urgency of rock and roll to create their own unique take on everything from traditional bluegrass to anthemic party favorites. The band covers a wide array of artists ranging from The Beatles to The Talking Heads to Guns ‘n’ Roses, but their approach is always steeped in their acoustic roots and uniquely lends itself to being both listenable and danceable.

June 26 – PRIDOS NIGHT

July 10 – Hailing from Richmond, VA, The Dan Schutt Band is a funky blues-rock band that always gets the crowd dancing and the party started. The band performs a catalogue of high-energy and recognizable tunes, influenced by rock, blues, country, jazz, and reggae.

July 24 – Big Fancy, an indie disco band from Richmond, VA, brings a fresh and funky blend of soul and dance that’s as timeless on stage as it is over the airwaves. The group of friends behind the sound draws inspiration from neo-soul, R&B, and deep groove to seamlessly intertwine soulful roots, jazz influences, and classic dance vibes.

August 14 – The Josh Lief Band is a power trio that plays throughout the Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina region. The band includes Josh on guitar/vox, Tommy Dacat on bass/vox and Andre LaBelle on drums. Each set, JLB plays some of Josh’s original music from his two albums: Redemption and Love In Disguise. To round out the set list, JLB plays classic rock and blues from artists like ZZ Top, Tom Petty, Creedence, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Muddy Waters and more.

August 28 – TBA

September 11 – Abrams Bridge provides the ultimate live experience of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, providing fans with the energy and passion Bruce commits to every show! The band covers the biggest hits from “Dancing in the Dark” to “Hungry Heart” to “Born to Run” and all of the live staples like “Rosalita”, “Badlands” and “Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out”. What would a Springsteen tribute be without fan favorites such as “The Rising”, “Bobby Jean” or “Blinded by the Light”

October 9 – Jackass Flats, an ultra-talented Virginia quintet comes from a long-standing bluegrass tradition but creates a wholly original sound by weaving their melting pot of acoustic roots music with the sounds of electric rock’n’roll. Jackass Flats combines a unique blend of jam band rhythms with twangy versions of contemporary hits that can elevate any event into a unique, rousing experience. Expect a repertoire that runs the gamut from Johnny Cash to The Beatles, Willie Nelson to Prince, Smokey Robinson to The Rolling Stones, all delivered with warm southern charm and infectious energy.

October 23 – Enjoy an evening of popular songs from the decade of transformation and love with a fresh twist! The 60s Jazzed Up group soulfully reimagines classic and deep-cut songs by Burt Bacharach, Joni Mitchell, The Beatles, Neil Diamond, and more. Featuring Mary Elfner on drums and vocals, Mike Hawkins bass, Weldon Hill keys, Alisa Miles’s vocals, and Deb Saidel flute.

To see the full Flowers After 5 line-up please visit the Flowers After 5 page.

BEFORE YOU COME WITH YOUR DOG

Before attending Fidos after Five with your dog, it’s important to understand what your dog tolerates and will enjoy. Ask yourself:

How does my dog handle being in a new environment?
How does my dog react to close proximity to unfamiliar people and dogs of various sizes?

– All dogs must have a current rabies vaccine.
– Retractable leashes are not permitted. Flat leashes will be available to borrow from the Richmond SPCA’s table in the Robins Visitor Center.

WHILE YOU ARE HERE WITH YOUR DOG

An adult must maintain control of the dog’s leash at all times.
Please ask before approaching or allowing your dog to approach an unfamiliar dog.
All dogs must be well-behaved; the Garden reserves the right to determine whether an owner and pet may be asked to leave, based on guest safety.

Please be aware this can be a stressful event for some dogs. It is at night and there can be a lot of people, especially children, and other dogs in close proximity. Families planning to attend on this night should monitor children closely.

Please Note: We welcome dogs in the Robins Visitors Center and Conservatory, but ask that they not enter the Kelly Education Center building.

Leashed dogs are allowed on Fidos nights only. Ticketed event; $2 suggested “pet admission” benefiting the Richmond SPCA.