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NEW + TRENDING GUIDES

The most exciting, widely read, and timely info you don't want to miss out on!

 
The Local's Guide to RVA
Editor’s Note: The Richmond Experience
experiences
Editor’s Note: The Richmond Experience
experiences

They’re building on Memory Lane.

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experiences
How to Romanticize Your Life This Winter, in & around Richmond
family friendly, experiences
How to Romanticize Your Life This Winter, in & around Richmond
family friendly, experiences

Here’s an ~elevated~ take on your typical winter bucket list.

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family friendly, experiences
6 Local Bridal Shops to Visit While You Wedding Plan
experiences, shopping
6 Local Bridal Shops to Visit While You Wedding Plan
experiences, shopping

Just in case you and your loved one find yourselves in a meadow, building a snowman, naming him Parson Brown, and making plans for when he’s in town.

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experiences, shopping
12 Underrated Things to Enjoy in the Richmond AreA for Under $15(ish)
food and drink, experiences
12 Underrated Things to Enjoy in the Richmond AreA for Under $15(ish)
food and drink, experiences

New year, new-to-you places to visit.

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food and drink, experiences
Local Gifts for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping
Local Gifts for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping

If you have a wine-lover in your life, this is just the guide to help you score some holiday gifts. We rounded up some of the best local wine gifts you can find around Richmond!

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food and drink, shopping
Ring In the New Year at These Parties & Events in RVA
events, experiences
Ring In the New Year at These Parties & Events in RVA
events, experiences

Get the confetti ready — 2025 is on its way! Welcome this new year with open arms at whichever of these events appeals to you most.

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events, experiences
The Trendspotter: December 2024
food and drink, the trendspotter
The Trendspotter: December 2024
food and drink, the trendspotter

There are new neighbors on the block, and they’re all on the Nice list.

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food and drink, the trendspotter
11 Local Spots to Buy Fresh-Cut Christmas TreeS
experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
11 Local Spots to Buy Fresh-Cut Christmas TreeS
experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping

There’s something magical about taking a trip out to a farm to find the perfect tree, but if you’re in the mood to order yours online while you watch Elf on the couch, you can make that happen, too.

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experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
The Family Calendar: December 2024
events, family friendly
The Family Calendar: December 2024
events, family friendly

Your monthly roundup of our top recs for kid-friendly events and happenings, fun things to do around RVA with your household crew in tow, and family-centric city guides.

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events, family friendly
Your 2024 Holiday Market Roundup
events, shopping
Your 2024 Holiday Market Roundup
events, shopping

This is your ultimate roundup of holiday markets happening throughout the city this season!

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events, shopping
 

THE WEEKLY INSIDER

Our most popular weekly round-up of events, news, giveaways, and more.

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Ed 336: RVA Survivor Competition, Oven-Roasted Feta, Free Wine Tastings
Weekly Insider
Ed 336: RVA Survivor Competition, Oven-Roasted Feta, Free Wine Tastings
Weekly Insider

A modern Basque-inspired spot, $5 beers, Church Hill BBQ, and more.

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Weekly Insider
Ed 335: New Year's Eve Plans, Brownie Bark, Renowned Holiday Lights
Weekly Insider
Ed 335: New Year's Eve Plans, Brownie Bark, Renowned Holiday Lights
Weekly Insider

A Legend Brewing Company update, an FYI for Richmond singles, another LEGO to-do, and more.

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Weekly Insider
Ed 334: Korean BBQ, New Year’s Gatsby Gala, Professional Networking Club
Weekly Insider
Ed 334: Korean BBQ, New Year’s Gatsby Gala, Professional Networking Club
Weekly Insider

Another pop-up to know, where to donate this holiday season, a brewery expansion, and more.

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Weekly Insider
 
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Proactive Massage + Bodywork
Proactive Massage + Bodywork

20% off first month of any membership, plus waived set-up fee!

Cake Drop
Cake Drop

10% off any order!

Richlands Dairy & Creamery
Richlands Dairy & Creamery

Free waffle cone with purchase!

 
 
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MUST-DO HAPPENINGS + FESTIVALS

 

Stock your calendar with these must-do events.

 
The Local's Guide to RVA
Ring In the New Year at These Parties & Events in RVA
events, experiences
Ring In the New Year at These Parties & Events in RVA
events, experiences

Get the confetti ready — 2025 is on its way! Welcome this new year with open arms at whichever of these events appeals to you most.

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events, experiences
The Family Calendar: December 2024
events, family friendly
The Family Calendar: December 2024
events, family friendly

Your monthly roundup of our top recs for kid-friendly events and happenings, fun things to do around RVA with your household crew in tow, and family-centric city guides.

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events, family friendly
Your 2024 Holiday Market Roundup
events, shopping
Your 2024 Holiday Market Roundup
events, shopping

This is your ultimate roundup of holiday markets happening throughout the city this season!

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events, shopping
How to Throw a Party Like The Richmond Experience
food and drink, events
How to Throw a Party Like The Richmond Experience
food and drink, events

Here’s everyone we worked with for our podcast launch party and everyone you should work with to celebrate your next big day, too!

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food and drink, events
Pride Month Events Happening in RVA This June (& More Ways to Support Our LGBTQIA+ Community!)
events, art and culture
Pride Month Events Happening in RVA This June (& More Ways to Support Our LGBTQIA+ Community!)
events, art and culture

June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month — not just here in RVA but all over the country! Check out our list of ways you can celebrate and lift up Richmond’s LGBTQIA+ community, this month and beyond.

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events, art and culture
The Ultimate Spring 2024 Event Roundup
food and drink, events, family friendly, music
The Ultimate Spring 2024 Event Roundup
food and drink, events, family friendly, music

We’re ready to spring forward with these happenings, now through the beginning of June.

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food and drink, events, family friendly, music
6 Beautiful Running Routes Around the City
outdoor adventure, events, fitness
6 Beautiful Running Routes Around the City
outdoor adventure, events, fitness

Get off the treadmill or that same loop you’ve taken dozens of times now and venture out to new grounds. This guide rounds up six of our personal favorite running or walking spots around the city.

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outdoor adventure, events, fitness
Music Roundup: Concerts & Shows Happening in Richmond, Now Through November 30
music, events
Music Roundup: Concerts & Shows Happening in Richmond, Now Through November 30
music, events

This season calls for sweaters, lattes, and love for local music.  

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music, events
11 Local Caterers to Book for Your Wedding or Other Big Event
events, food and drink
11 Local Caterers to Book for Your Wedding or Other Big Event
events, food and drink

Andrea Kravitz of Richmond Photobooth and Seth Kravitz of Rhythm of Love highlight some of the best wedding and event caterers in RVA. We’re eating it all up!

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events, food and drink
13 Local Photographers to Book for Your Wedding or Other Big Event
experiences, corporate, events
13 Local Photographers to Book for Your Wedding or Other Big Event
experiences, corporate, events

Andrea Kravitz of Richmond Photobooth and Seth Kravitz of Rhythm of Love (with lots of input from Alana Harner of Lane Stewart Events!) highlight some of the best wedding and event photographers in RVA. Just take your pic(k)!

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experiences, corporate, events
 

MEMBER MEETUPS

 
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RVAx Monthly Book Club - December
Member Meetup
RVAx Monthly Book Club - December
Member Meetup

We’re reading PINEAPPLE STREET by Jenny Johnson. We will meet at CIRRUS VODKA on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, at 6 pm.

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Member Meetup
RVAx Monthly Book Club - October
Member Meetup
RVAx Monthly Book Club - October
Member Meetup

We’re reading Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter. We will meet at VÄSEN BREWING COMPANY (in the BARREL ROOM!) on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 at 6 pm.

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Member Meetup
 
 

FOOD + DRINK GUIDES

Get some yum-yum in your tum-tum with these epic food and bevy guides.

 
 
The Local's Guide to RVA
12 Underrated Things to Enjoy in the Richmond AreA for Under $15(ish)
food and drink, experiences
12 Underrated Things to Enjoy in the Richmond AreA for Under $15(ish)
food and drink, experiences

New year, new-to-you places to visit.

Read More →
food and drink, experiences
Local Gifts for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping
Local Gifts for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping

If you have a wine-lover in your life, this is just the guide to help you score some holiday gifts. We rounded up some of the best local wine gifts you can find around Richmond!

Read More →
food and drink, shopping
The Trendspotter: December 2024
food and drink, the trendspotter
The Trendspotter: December 2024
food and drink, the trendspotter

There are new neighbors on the block, and they’re all on the Nice list.

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food and drink, the trendspotter
Your Guide to RVA Happy Hour, Every Day of the Week
nightlife, food and drink
Your Guide to RVA Happy Hour, Every Day of the Week
nightlife, food and drink

RVA Happy Hours gives you the Richmond food and drink discounts you’ve been searching for, Monday through Sunday — all in one place!

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nightlife, food and drink
Your Guide to Richmond's Holiday Pop-Up Scene
food and drink, experiences
Your Guide to Richmond's Holiday Pop-Up Scene
food and drink, experiences

Let our roundup of these TWENTY-TWO Hallmark-y spaces and places be your guide around the city this merry season as you “deck them halls and all that stuff.”

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food and drink, experiences
 
 
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outdoor

Explore the best of Richmond's wild and wonderful outdoor adventures.

 
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11 Local Spots to Buy Fresh-Cut Christmas TreeS
experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
11 Local Spots to Buy Fresh-Cut Christmas TreeS
experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping

There’s something magical about taking a trip out to a farm to find the perfect tree, but if you’re in the mood to order yours online while you watch Elf on the couch, you can make that happen, too.

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experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
10 of the Top Camping Spots within Driving Distance of Richmond
outdoor adventure, travel
10 of the Top Camping Spots within Driving Distance of Richmond
outdoor adventure, travel

From beach access to mountain swimming holes to wild and friendly animals, this list has a camping spot for everyone.

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outdoor adventure, travel
11 of the Best Places to See Fall Foliage in RVA
outdoor adventure
11 of the Best Places to See Fall Foliage in RVA
outdoor adventure

It’s such an Instagrammable season, and we’re here to hook you up with the best spots to find fall foliage on display.

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outdoor adventure

nightlife

Check out the city and these great spots after the sun goes down.

 
Featured
Your Guide to RVA Happy Hour, Every Day of the Week
nightlife, food and drink
Your Guide to RVA Happy Hour, Every Day of the Week
nightlife, food and drink

RVA Happy Hours gives you the Richmond food and drink discounts you’ve been searching for, Monday through Sunday — all in one place!

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nightlife, food and drink
Hey There, Sports Fans: The Best Places to Catch A Game
food and drink, nightlife
Hey There, Sports Fans: The Best Places to Catch A Game
food and drink, nightlife

Who’s got NFL ticket? Which spots are playing games with the sound on? Any game-day specials? We’ve got all that info and more.

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food and drink, nightlife
5 International Food Stores to Shop in RVA
food and drink, nightlife
5 International Food Stores to Shop in RVA
food and drink, nightlife

There are lots of specialized food markets all around our region, most of which have loyal followings. Here are a handful of the fan favorites.

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food and drink, nightlife