Graham Nash cancels Virginia concert to back striking garden workers

Graham Nash announced the cancellation of his July 31 show at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Henrico, Virginia, citing solidarity with the garden’s unionized staff. The workers, who have staged eight strikes this year over wage negotiations, filed an unfair‑labor‑practice charge in April. Ticket holders will be refunded, and Nash said he plans a Richmond‑area return in 2027. The singer is currently on a summer tour that includes co‑headlining dates with Emmylou Harris, with his next performance scheduled for Wilmington, North Carolina. The cancellation highlights the artist’s support for labor disputes while impacting concert‑goers and the garden’s workforce.