VisArts on the Half Shell to Take Place Fri., July 22 from 4-7 p.m.

The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will host VisArts on the Half Shell on Fri., July 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. The outdoor event features summer specialties and bluegrass music by the Nobile Brothers.

Adults will enjoy oysters and BBQ along with craft beer, Bloody Marys and wine. S’mores, popsicles by King of Pops and oyster-themed art projects should keep the kids happy too.

Admission is $15 for VisArts members and $20 for the general public. Kids aged 3 to 12 eat for $5 and kids under age 3 eat free. Admission includes oysters, BBQ and one drink ticket. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase.

Buy tickets online or at VisArts’ front desk. Stop by VisArts’ 1812 W. Main Street location or call (804) 353-0094.

Event sponsors include Alamo BBQ, Belle Isle Craft Spirits, Center of the Universe Brewing Company, Crunch Dynasty, J.M. Stock Provisions, King of Pops, Style Weekly, Texas Beach Bloody Mary Mix, The Oyster Company of Virginia and Victory Farms.

VisArts on the Half Shell is a rain or shine event.