2019: A Year in Review with Venture Richmond

Cheers to 2019! Our 2019 never had a dull moment, when we weren’t bringing 500,000 visitors downtown with our events, our Clean & Safe program collected more than 225,000 gallons of litter, leaves, and weeds from over 400 blocks downtown and our Riverfront Canal Cruises celebrated 20 years of…

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Downtown Richmond's 2019 Holiday Gift Guide

We Made This Just for You Find the perfect present for the special people in your life with our holiday gift guide! The holidays are just around the corner and it is time to start checking off some of the items on those wishlists! Shopping for the holidays can be overwhelming when you are trying to…

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Downtown Richmond’s Holiday 2019 Calendar

'Tis the Season to be Downtown Are you looking for things to do in richmond this winter? Take in the magic of this holiday season with events like the Dominion Energy Christmas Parade, The Nutcracker, FREE Horse and Carriage Rides & more! Craft + Design November 23 & 24 from 11AM-5PM @ Main Street…

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How to Thrift Downtown on a $100 Budget

One of my favorite activities to do in downtown Richmond is to thrift! There are so many amazing stores to choose from that are all in the same vicinity. From Blue Bones to 68 Home, the options are endless and I’m sure will satisfy anyone’s thrifting needs. I was ecstatic to be given the…

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9 New Spots to Explore in Downtown Richmond

Image Credit: Richmond Magazine 1. Hotel Greene Travel back in time to 1932 when you step into downtown Richmond’s Hotel Greene, a “mini-golf” spot that, in addition to its 13-hole course, includes a restaurant and bar. Located in the former Hotel John Marshall space, guests can come and “check-in”…

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A Perfect Day Downtown with Cat

Cat2Cat Chances are you know Cat, or you’ve at least seen her around town. A force of nature and explorer who is always looking for her next adventure, Cat is a Richmond native who finds meaning in making positive changes in the local community with her trademark positivity and contagious spirit. A…

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10 Ways to Celebrate Fall in Downtown Richmond

1. First Fridays Art Walk October 4 at Richmond Arts District (multiple locations) Explore galleries, shops, restaurants, non-profits and more on the first Friday of every month as the city celebrates the arts. October First Friday Highlights include: Gallery5's Carnvial of 5 Fires Party The Mix…

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5 Things to Know About the 2019 2nd Street Festival

1. Jackson Ward on Wheels ENJOY A HISTORIC TROLLEY & FOOD TOUR OF JACKSON WARD on Saturday, September 28th Jackson Ward on Wheels is a trolley tour of the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood with five stops along the way at popular restaurants for passengers to experience the tastes of Jackson…

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Downtown Richmond's Newest Foodie Event: Jackson Ward on Wheels

Announcing a New Event for the 2nd Street Festival Enjoy a historic trolley & food tour of Jackson Ward on September 28th Join UnlockingRVA and Venture Richmond Events as we introduce you to a new event in anticipation of the 31st Annual 2nd Street Festival! Jackson Ward on Wheels is a trolley tour…

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