Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard Richmond, Virginia 23220

On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to the galleries, specials in the Café, access to food trucks, live music, and family-centered activities.
First Friday of every month from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Free after-hours admission to the museum $2 off wine and beer in the Museum Café, plus specialty mocktails for adults and kids Access to food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities Bounce House (weather permitting) and face painting
Plus, July First Fridays is themed to commemorate America's 250th Preservation VA, St. John's Church Foundation, The Valentine, and Richmond Family Magazine will offer 250 inspired games, activities, and crafts Richmond Region Antique Car Club will have their best red, white, and blue antique vehicles Music by Matt Minor and the Backroad Brights Food trucks - Timber Pizza and Cotton's Kitchen
Free, no registration required.
First Fridays made possible with support from Virginia Renalds Edmunds
I understand that regular photography and filming at the VMHC may incidentally capture my image and that of my guest(s). By accessing the property, I grant the VMHC permission to utilize my (our) image, appearance, and statements in audio, video, or photographic form without further authorization or compensation. I acknowledge that the VMHC owns these images and has the right to share them with media outlets and select partners of their choosing.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/149917/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: First Fridays

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First Fridays

On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm,...

Virginia Museum of History & Culture

The naturalization ceremony is held in partnership with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Schedule of Events: 11:00am - 12:00pm Naturalization Ceremony officiated by Judge Roger Gregory (Ceremony held inside the Robins Family Forum with limited seating) 12:00pm - 1:00pm Celebrate America's newest citizens with Ukrop's cake and lemonade in Commonwealth Hall and live music&nbsp; 12:00pm - 2:00pm American Treasures on display in the VMHC Library and in-gallery scavenger hunt The ceremony will streamed live on&nbsp;YouTube&nbsp;and&nbsp;Facebook.
The Ceremony and Reception are free and open to the public. Entry to the ceremony is first come.
For full access the museum, please purchase&nbsp;Tickets for Daily Museum Admission&nbsp;in person or online.
Important Ceremony Information: The Naturalization ceremony is open to the public, but all attendees must be screened for prohibited items prior to entering the Robins Family Forum. All attendees must have photo identification (driver’s license/ID card) to enter the courtroom/event space and will be screened for prohibited items.
Courtroom prohibited items: No weapons or potential weapons (firearms, knives, sharp tools or instruments, pepper spray, ammunition, etc.) No flammable/combustible materials (lighters, aerosol cans, etc.) No bags (backpacks, purses, briefcases, etc.) No food or drinks No hats, except for religious purposes<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/144347/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: July 4th Naturalization Ceremony

July 4th Naturalization Ceremony

The naturalization ceremony is held in partnership with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the...

Join VMHC Educators on Tuesdays this summer to play a variety of games from history and around the world! As a special nod to the exhibition, We The People: The World in Our Commonwealth, this summer will feature games like yut nori, al rein, stick horse races, kanche, and more! This event is fun for all ages, but recommended for elementary – middle school. FAQs: Do I need to come right at 10:00? - No! This is a walk up, drop in program from 10:00-12:00. Do I need to buy a ticket? - No! This is a free event outside the museum. What about weather cancellations? - We will make the call whether to cancel for weather each morning. Follow our social channels @virginiahistory and @vmhceducation for updates. Happens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>Jul 7, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Jul 14, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Jul 21, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Jul 28, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Aug 4, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>Aug 11, 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul>

Local Event: Front Lawn Fun

Front Lawn Fun

Join VMHC Educators on Tuesdays this summer to play a variety of games from history and around the world! As a special nod to...

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, a rare and timely opportunity arises to share a story that has never been fully told—the story of horses of Monticello. This book opens a window into Thomas Jefferson’s world, where horses were not only essential to transportation and farming, but also to the rhythm of daily life at Monticello. Horses of Monticello is more than history on a page. It brings to life the elegance, utility, and symbolism of horses in early America, connecting Jefferson’s mountaintop home to the broader story of the nation’s founding. The book offers readers an intimate glimpse of the animals that carried ideas, goods, and people across a growing country, illuminating the deep relationship between horses and the American experiment in liberty.
Dr. Carrie Bess Douglass is Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at Mary Baldwin University and the University of Virginia. She began her research about Jefferson’s horses in 2008 as a Fellow at the International Center of Jefferson Studies, located at Monticello. She is the author of&nbsp;The Horses of Monticello: Equine Culture in Thomas Jefferson’s Virginia.
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Local Event: The Horses of Monticello: Equine Culture in Thomas Jefferson's Virginia

The Horses of Monticello: Equine Culture in...

 As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, a rare and timely opportunity arises to share a story that has never been fully...

The Horses of Monticello: Equine Culture in Thomas Jefferson's Virginia

Fountain Bookstore Inc

Readers of all ages, you won't want to miss this one! Sarah is launching her newest middle grade book at 1312 E Cary St with Diana Peterfreund!
About the Author:
Sarah Glenn Marsh is the bestselling author of several young adult novels and many picture books. Her Irish heritage has inspired a love of fairy folklore and fantastical storytelling from a young age. She lives with her husband, daughter, four dogs, two birds, and several fish (who may have seen a few mermaids in their time) in Richmond, Virginia.
DIANA PETERFREUND has published sixteen novels for adults, teens, and kids. Her works have been named to the New York Public Library’s Books for the Teen Age list, the Capitol Choices reading list, the Texas LoneStar List, and the Sunshine State Young Reader Awards List, as well as Amazon’s Best Books of the Year. In addition, she’s written dozens of short stories and a variety of nonfiction essays about popular children’s literature. Diana lives in Maryland with her family.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147416/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: The Monster Manual with Sarah Glenn Marsh

The Monster Manual with Sarah Glenn Marsh

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Dominion Raceway & Entertainment

2026 NASCAR Local Racing Series powered by O'Reilly BRING IT ALL! Power-wheels, Juice Box Racers, Bikes, Big Wheels, RUN WHAT YOU BRUNG and hope you brought enough! Seriously, we will group participants by age and race-vehicle type. Pre register coming soon. NASCAR Local Racing Kids 15y and under free grandstand admission with paid adult thanks to Camping World

Local Event: "Run What you Brung KIDS NIGHT" Saturday Night NASCAR

"Run What you Brung KIDS NIGHT" Saturday Night...

2026 NASCAR Local Racing Series powered by O'Reilly BRING IT ALL! Power-wheels, Juice Box Racers, Bikes, Big Wheels, RUN WHAT...

"Run What you Brung KIDS NIGHT" Saturday Night NASCAR

Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant

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About the Artist:&nbsp; Get ready for a night of big laughs and sharp Southern storytelling as Landon Bryant and Mary Ryan Brown bring the Southern Nights Comedy Tour to the stage. Landon Bryant is a bestselling author whose observations about Southern life have built a massive following across the country. Known for his viral storytelling and authentic voice, Bryant connects with audiences through humor that feels instantly familiar. His growing popularity has led to sold-out live events and a rapidly expanding national fan base. A viral Southern humor creator with millions of online views, he has appeared on the Grand Ole Opry and Nateland Live at Zanies Nashville. Mary Ryan Brown brings her own fearless perspective to the stage. With razor-sharp wit and hilarious takes on relationships, family life, and Southern culture, she has become one of the rising voices in stand-up comedy. Her comedy specials can be seen on Dry Bar Comedy and Nateland Live. Together, Landon Bryant and Mary Ryan Brown deliver a fast-paced night of stand-up filled with stories you’ll recognize, characters you’ve met, and laughs that keep coming from start to finish. Don’t miss the Southern Nights Comedy Tour — a night of comedy that celebrates the humor, stories, and personalities of the South.
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Local Event: Southern Nights Comedy Tour – Landon Bryant & Mary Ryan Brown

Southern Nights Comedy Tour – Landon Bryant &...

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Southern Nights Comedy Tour – Landon Bryant & Mary Ryan Brown

James Branch Cabell Library

Local favorite Rachel is launching her next novel! She will be talking with Kevin Powers at VCU's Cabell Library. Each ticket includes a signed copy of The Half Life! There is a separate ticket for an online-only event, since this will be broadcast from the library. Please see the separate event for that ticket if you cannot make it in person. About the Book: When twenty-three-year-old Eileen O’Malley meets charismatic naval officer Paul Archer in a Charleston department store, she doesn’t expect to fall so hard, so fast. But Paul is funny and ambitious, and soon, Eileen’s got a ring on her finger and is following him to the tiny, sun-drenched Mediterranean island of La Maddalena, where Paul will be heading up Radiological Controls aboard a submarine tender. In La Maddalena, Eileen joins a makeshift community of navy wives who are hell-bent on making the island feel a little more like home. But for Eileen, whose brother died in Vietnam, home is a loaded word, and as she settles into life on the island—taking Italian lessons and learning to make culurgiones—she begins to love the place for all the ways it is not like where she comes from. Still, it doesn’t take long for Eileen to be confronted with the complexities of being an American abroad. The decision to send nuclear-powered subs into the La Maddalena Archipelago was a contentious one, and the U.S. government is doing whatever it can to ensure that the island—not to mention all of Italy—doesn’t go communist in the next election. When Italian activists and scientists begin to sound the alarm about possible nuclear contamination in the water, the island erupts in a series of protests, made worse by the ongoing mishaps of the U.S. Navy. Soon, Eileen’s marriage falters and her loyalties begin to shift as she is drawn into a web of secrets—and to a local journalist who forces her to imagine a life beyond the one she’s been handed. Atmospheric, sexy, and quietly defiant, The Half Life is a story of love, complicity, and awakening—of one woman forced to choose between loyalty to her husband and country and to the Italian locals who show her the high cost of American exceptionalism. About the Author: Rachel Beanland is the author of The House Is on Fire and Florence Adler Swims Forever, which won the National Jewish Book Award for Debut Fiction. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and earned her MFA in creative writing from Virginia Commonwealth University. She lives with her family in Richmond, Virginia. Kevin Powers was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. Since publishing his first novel in 2012, his books have been translated into more than a dozen languages. He has been a finalist for the National Book Award and a recipient of the PEN/Hemingway Award, the Guardian First Book Award, the Prix littéraire du Monde prix étranger, and the Grand Prix de Littérature Américaine, among other recognitions. He was a James A. Michener Fellow in Poetry at the University of Texas at Austin from 2009-2012 and later held a Guggenheim Fellowship in Fiction. A U.S. Army veteran of the war in Iraq, Kevin now lives on Florida’s First Coast with his family. Withfriends believes in building financial resilience for indie bookstores through community support.

Local Event: The Half Life Launch with Rachel Beanland

The Half Life Launch with Rachel Beanland

Local favorite Rachel is launching her next novel! She will be talking with Kevin Powers at VCU's Cabell Library. Each ticket...

This ticket is for the online launch for Rachel Beanland's The Half Life!
 Each ticket includes a signed copy of the book, which will be shipped to you. Please provide your shipping address by emailing open_in_newinfo@fountainbookstore.com
The cost of Media Mail shipping is included in your ticket.
 WE CANNOT SHIP YOUR BOOK WITHOUT YOUR SHIPPING ADDRESS!
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Local Event: The Half Life Launch - VIRTUAL TICKET ONLY

The Half Life Launch - VIRTUAL TICKET ONLY

This ticket is for the online launch for Rachel Beanland's The Half Life!
 Each ticket includes a signed copy of the book,...

Join us for a dynamic lecture-performance with The Lua Project!
Blending live music with conversation, this program explores the creation of their recent album Los Appalachianos, examining its themes, influences, and artistic process. The performance will be followed by an audience Q&amp;A. Before the performance, enjoy late access to the galleries to see&nbsp;We the People: The World in Our Commonwealth.&nbsp;
Lua is a cultural pollinator, blending musical styles across continents and centuries. Their work explores themes of family, community, labor, and loss, drawing on Mexican and Appalachian traditions, Eastern European tonalities, baroque melodies, and narrative storytelling to create a living, evolving musical tradition.
This project was supported, in part, by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
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Local Event: The Lua Project: Los Appalachianos

The Lua Project: Los Appalachianos

Join us for a dynamic lecture-performance with The Lua Project!
Blending live music with conversation, this program explores...

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About the Artist:&nbsp; Tumua is a stand-up Comedian, podcaster, former collegiate athlete, actor, and social media personality. His online presence reaches over 800 thousand + followers combined (Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, YouTube). Tumua was born and raised on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. His social media sketches and stand-up bits are very well known in the Polynesian community throughout the world! As a stand-up comic, Tumua has been selling out clubs, theaters, and even arenas all across the nation! In 2025 Tumua performed in 24 cities, 14 states, 5 islands, and 2 countries. Tumua has two new specials out on YouTube now! ‘Strictly Aloha’ and ‘Talk Story: The Crowd Work Special’.
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Local Event: Tumua: Das’ How Tour

Tumua: Das’ How Tour

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Richmond. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Hip-Hop on Strings at Virginia Museum of History &amp; Culture under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info Venue: Virginia Museum of History &amp; Culture Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event here Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Richmond To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here
Tentative Program
Fugees and Lauryn Hill Medley (Ready or Not, Doo-Wop, Fu-Gee-La, and Killing Me Softly) Jay-Z Medley (Can I Get A…, Big Pimpin, Money Ain't a Thing, and More) Nas Medley (It Ain't Hard to Tell, N.Y. State of Mind, The World Is Yours, and More) Outkast Medley (Rosa Parks, Elevators (Me &amp; You), SpottieOttieDopaliscious, and More) Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott Medley (The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly), Sock It to Me, and More) A Tribe Called Quest Medley (Can I Kick It, Check the Rhime, Scenario, and More) Wu Tang Clan Medley (C.R.E.A.M. (Cash Rules Everything Around Me), Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing Ta F' Wit, Protect Ya Neck, and More) 2Pac Medley (Dear Mama, California Love, and more) The Notorious B.I.G. Medley (Juicy, Big Poppa, Hypnotize, and More) Dr. Dre Medley (Still D.R.E., Forgot About Dre, Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang, and More) Gin and Juice - Snoop Dogg
Performers
Listeso String Quartet<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/143504/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Funny Bone Comedy Club 11800 West Broad Street Suite 1090 Richmond, VA 23233

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Declared by The Huffington Post as “the real hero of sitcom TV,” Patricia Williams (aka Ms. Pat) is a comedian, author, radio host, podcaster, and actress. Her critically acclaimed multi-cam series The Ms. Pat Show, produced by Lee Daniels and Brian Grazer, premiered its fourth season in May 2024. The series is streaming on BET+ and Paramount+ with an edited version airing on BET linear. The premiere of the show shattered viewership records on the streamer almost crashing the app and garnered Emmy nominations in the “Outstanding Direction for a Comedy Series” category in 2022 and 2023. The Ms. Pat Show, based on Pat’s real-life story of an inner-city drug dealer turned suburban mom, has been a hit with fans and critics alike. The Hollywood Reporter raved “Think Roseanne of the 1980s and 1990s, but even rawer” and Essence Magazine gushed “Ms. Pat is headed for the comedy stratosphere.”
Following the success of The Ms. Pat Show, BET/Paramount Global signed Pat to a multi-genre overall deal under which she will produce, write and perform in new series and other projects—both scripted and unscripted— across all platforms. Under this deal, she debuted her weekly court show Ms. Pat Settles It on BET linear on October 18th , 2023. In the beloved tradition of Judge Judy, Judge Joe Brown, and Steve Harvey, Pat takes hold of the gavel to settle people’s everyday disputes. Using her signature raw, unfiltered, hilarious sensibility that has made her a fan-favorite and critical darling, Pat and a jury of her comedy friends resolve high stakes disputes including who is financially responsible for dog poop on that rug, do food stamps count as payment, and what is proper hair wig etiquette. Another hit for the rapidly emerging entertainment mogul, the series premiered as the No. 2 show on primetime television for Black viewers as well as Black women in the 18-49 demographic.
Pat’s hour standup special Y’All Wanna Hear Something Crazy?, directed by comedy legend Robert Townsend and Executive Produced by Wanda Sykes, is currently streaming on Netflix. The New York Times described the hour as “superb material” while Indiewire offered “There are a lot of comedy specials on Netflix these days, but Ms. Pat breaks through the noise.” In addition to her standup and TV projects, Pat also hosts her own top-rated comedy podcast The Patdown.
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The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed. 
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.
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Local Event: Ms. Pat

Ms. Pat

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Richmond. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Unplugged at The Robins Family Forum Theater at Virginia Museum of History &amp; Culture under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info Venue: The Robins Family Forum Theater at Virginia Museum of History &amp; Culture Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts. Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant View the FAQs for this event <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTz_uZkLFzKLcH6HicnggZwZDGeHClQWP67J5jGs6vaIsPzMsqYHgMHRd9wmOKGq6TPj0vI3fXgx1KT/pub" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click <a href="https://candlelightexperience.com/groups/#groups-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Check out all the <a href="https://feverup.com/en/richmond/candlelight" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Candlelight concerts</a> in Richmond To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click <a href="https://feverup.com/m/125228" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> Tentative Program
<ul><li>Everlong - Foo Fighters</li><li>Don't Speak - No Doubt</li><li>Zombie - The Cranberries</li><li>Ironic - Alanis Morrissette</li><li>Wonderwall - Oasis</li><li>High and Dry - Radiohead</li><li>Enter Sandman - Metallica</li><li>Under the Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers</li><li>Fly Away - Lenny Kravitz</li><li>Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley</li><li>Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton</li><li>Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana</li></ul>
Performers
<ul><li>Listeso String Quartet</li></ul>

Local Event: Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

Strangeways Brewing RVA-Scott's Addition

🎄☀️✨ CHRISTMAS IN JULY ARTISAN MARKET at Strangeways Brewing ✨☀️🎄
Who says you have to wait until December? Join us for a festive Christmas in July Artisan Market — where holiday cheer meets summer fun! 🎅🌴
Celebrate local makers, cold craft beer, and a little mid-year magic with the small businesses that keep RVA creative and thriving.
🗓️ One Day Only | 12PM – 5PM 🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND
Shop an eclectic mix of talented artisans featuring: 🛍️ Handmade home décor 🎨 Original art 💎 Jewelry 👕 Apparel 🌿 Wellness goods 🎁 Early holiday gifts + one-of-a-kind finds
🍺 Cold craft beer flowing 🎶 Festive summer vibes 🎄 A touch of holiday magic 💛 Real support for local businesses
Grab your friends, bring the family, and come sip, stroll, and get a head start on thoughtful, meaningful gift-giving — all while pouring your dollars back into the community.
✨ FREE EVENT ✨ 🛍️ #ChristmasInJuly #ShopLocal #RVAMakers #SupportSmall #RVAEvents
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Local Event: Christmas in July Market at Strangeways

Christmas in July Market at Strangeways

🎄☀️✨ CHRISTMAS IN JULY ARTISAN MARKET at Strangeways Brewing ✨☀️🎄
Who says you have to wait until December? Join us for a festive...

2026 NASCAR Local Racing Series powered by O'Reilly Gates 5pm Green Flag 7pm Drivers will get to business at 7pm when the green flag drops but we will be ALL FUN AND GAMES pre race starting at 5pm when the gates open, Mini Golf and Inflatable Carnival Games! Kids get in FREE Thanks to CAMPING WORLD!
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Local Event: "Carnival Night" Saturday Night NASCAR

"Carnival Night" Saturday Night NASCAR

2026 NASCAR Local Racing Series powered by O'Reilly Gates 5pm Green Flag 7pm Drivers will get to business at 7pm when the green...

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Richmond - Midlothian

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.
Now playing at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Richmond Midlothian in Richmond, VA, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.
Planning a group celebration or private event in Richmond? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/148868/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View&nbsp;Tickets &amp; More&nbsp;Info</a>

Local Event: The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Richmond, VA

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery...

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter,...

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Richmond, VA

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About the Artist: 
Declared by The Huffington Post as “the real hero of sitcom TV,” Patricia Williams (aka Ms. Pat) is a comedian, author, radio host, podcaster, and actress. Her critically acclaimed multi-cam series The Ms. Pat Show, produced by Lee Daniels and Brian Grazer, premiered its fourth season in May 2024. The series is streaming on BET+ and Paramount+ with an edited version airing on BET linear. The premiere of the show shattered viewership records on the streamer almost crashing the app and garnered Emmy nominations in the “Outstanding Direction for a Comedy Series” category in 2022 and 2023. The Ms. Pat Show, based on Pat’s real-life story of an inner-city drug dealer turned suburban mom, has been a hit with fans and critics alike. The Hollywood Reporter raved “Think Roseanne of the 1980s and 1990s, but even rawer” and Essence Magazine gushed “Ms. Pat is headed for the comedy stratosphere.”
Following the success of The Ms. Pat Show, BET/Paramount Global signed Pat to a multi-genre overall deal under which she will produce, write and perform in new series and other projects—both scripted and unscripted— across all platforms. Under this deal, she debuted her weekly court show Ms. Pat Settles It on BET linear on October 18th , 2023. In the beloved tradition of Judge Judy, Judge Joe Brown, and Steve Harvey, Pat takes hold of the gavel to settle people’s everyday disputes. Using her signature raw, unfiltered, hilarious sensibility that has made her a fan-favorite and critical darling, Pat and a jury of her comedy friends resolve high stakes disputes including who is financially responsible for dog poop on that rug, do food stamps count as payment, and what is proper hair wig etiquette. Another hit for the rapidly emerging entertainment mogul, the series premiered as the No. 2 show on primetime television for Black viewers as well as Black women in the 18-49 demographic.
Pat’s hour standup special Y’All Wanna Hear Something Crazy?, directed by comedy legend Robert Townsend and Executive Produced by Wanda Sykes, is currently streaming on Netflix. The New York Times described the hour as “superb material” while Indiewire offered “There are a lot of comedy specials on Netflix these days, but Ms. Pat breaks through the noise.” In addition to her standup and TV projects, Pat also hosts her own top-rated comedy podcast The Patdown.
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🎄CHRISTMAS IN JULY MARKET at Main Line Brewery🎄Who says you have to wait until December?! 🎅🎁
Join us for a festive summer twist on one of our favorite events of the year — and our 7th year hosting at Main Line Brewery! 🎉🍻 This market just keeps getting merrier!
Get ready for a holly-jolly Sunday packed with:
🍺 Ice-cold craft beer (Santa approves) 🎶 Live music with merry vibes 🛍️ Incredible local artisans 🌞 Sunshine + patio hangs 🐶 Dog-friendly fun 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly festivities
We’re bringing together some of Richmond’s most talented makers offering:
✨ Handmade home décor 🎨 Original art 💎 Jewelry &amp; accessories 👗 Apparel 🎁 One-of-a-kind gifts perfect for early holiday shopping
Yes — it’s your chance to get ahead on Christmas gifts… in flip flops 😎🎄
Throw on your favorite festive tee, grab your crew, bring the kids, leash up the pup, and make a full day of it. Shop small. Sip local. Support RVA creatives. It’s the ultimate Sunday Funday with a sprinkle of holiday magic ✨
Let’s show up for our local makers and #SHOPLOCAL together 🫶
Tag your elves and we’ll see you there! 🎅🎉
💛 FREE EVENT 🛍️ #ShopLocal #SundayFunday #RVAMakers
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Local Event: Christmas in July Market at Main Line Brewery

Christmas in July Market at Main Line Brewery

🎄CHRISTMAS IN JULY MARKET at Main Line Brewery🎄Who says you have to wait until December?! 🎅🎁
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Join the VMHC for the 2026 Hazel and Fulton Chauncey Lecture.
Perhaps no founding father is as mysterious as Thomas Jefferson. The author of the Declaration of Independence was both a gifted wordsmith and a bundle of nerves. His superior knowledge of the human heart is captured in the impassioned appeal he brought to the Declaration. But as a champion of the common man who lived a life of privilege on a mountaintop plantation of his own design, he has eluded biographers who have sought to make sense of his inner life. In Being Thomas Jefferson, acclaimed Jefferson scholar Andrew Burstein peels away layers of obfuscation, taking us past the veneer of the animated letter-writer to describe a confused lover and a misguided humanist, too timid to embrace antislavery. Presenting a society that encouraged separation between public and private, appearance and essence, Burstein paints a dramatic picture of early American culture and brings us closer to Jefferson's life and thought than ever before.
Dr. Andrew Burstein recently retired as the Charles P. Manship Professor of History at Louisiana State University. He is the author and coauthor of several book, including Jefferson's Secrets: Death and Desire at Monticello, The Inner Jefferson: Portrait of a Grieving Optimist, Being Thomas Jefferson: An Intimate History, and several other books on early American politics and culture. He is the coauthor (with Nancy Isenberg) of Madison and Jefferson and The Problem of Democracy. Burstein’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Salon.com. He advised Ken Burns’s production Thomas Jefferson, and was featured on C-SPAN’s American Presidents Series and Booknotes, and numerous NPR programs.
A book signing and light refreshments will follow the program.
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Being Thomas Jefferson

Join the VMHC for the 2026 Hazel and Fulton Chauncey Lecture.
Perhaps no founding father is as mysterious as Thomas Jefferson....

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