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The Local's Guide to RVA
Uncork Something Special for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping
Uncork Something Special 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.

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food and drink, shopping
Local Experiences That Make Awesome (Last-Minute!) Gifts
shopping, experiences
Local Experiences That Make Awesome (Last-Minute!) Gifts
shopping, experiences

Treat your loved ones to blown-glass classes, flower subscriptions, walking tours, and more.

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shopping, experiences
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: 2026 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 2025
food and drink, the trendspotter
The Trendspotter: December 2025
food and drink, the trendspotter

Santa Claus and these new and updated spots are comin’ to town.

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food and drink, the trendspotter
The Family Calendar: December 2025
events, family friendly
The Family Calendar: December 2025
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
17 Ways to Slow Down & Romanticize Your Life This Winter
family friendly, experiences
17 Ways to Slow Down & Romanticize Your Life This Winter
family friendly, experiences

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

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family friendly, experiences
Things We're Way Loving Right Now
shopping, food and drink
Things We're Way Loving Right Now
shopping, food and drink

Think of this series as a Richmond-y LIKEtoKNOW.it kinda thing — but ~this is NOT an ad~.

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shopping, food and drink
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, we can help you can make that happen, too.

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experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
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-NINE 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
11 Richmond gift shops to Visit
shopping
11 Richmond gift shops to Visit
shopping

Sometimes, there are few things quite as helpful as retail therapy, and when you’re shopping for your loved ones, you’re practically healing and deal-stealing.

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shopping
 

THE WEEKLY INSIDER

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

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Ed 385: NYE Plans, Sticker Vending Machine, Volunteer Opps
Weekly Insider
Ed 385: NYE Plans, Sticker Vending Machine, Volunteer Opps
Weekly Insider

Wild animals, revamped wine shop, Santa pics, and more.

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Ed 384: Snow Forecast, Skate School, Flower & Coffee Shop
Weekly Insider
Ed 384: Snow Forecast, Skate School, Flower & Coffee Shop
Weekly Insider

Merry Market happenings, another shipping container bar-restaurant, Sub Rosa reopening, and more.

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Ed 383: Scavenger Hunt, Reigning Bagels, Tree Lighting
Weekly Insider
Ed 383: Scavenger Hunt, Reigning Bagels, Tree Lighting
Weekly Insider

Ceramics for sale, baseball and softball training facility, brewery ownership change, and more.

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Seasonal Roots

Discounted annual membership!

VCU Women's Basketball
VCU Women's Basketball

Discounted tickets!

Nouveau Provisions
Nouveau Provisions

10% off your bill!

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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: 2026 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 2025
events, family friendly
The Family Calendar: December 2025
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 2025 Holiday Market Roundup
events, shopping
Your 2025 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 Meet Other Richmonders
experiences, events
How to Meet Other Richmonders
experiences, events

Adulthood isn’t all coffee shops and hangin’ out at Rachel and Monica’s (we wish, tho), so we’ve rounded up a few ways for you to meet and greet other locals.

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experiences, events
Where To Play Trivia in Richmond, Every Night of the Workweek
events
Where To Play Trivia in Richmond, Every Night of the Workweek
events

Round up your friends, choose a team name, and head out for a night of fun (facts).

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events
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
DOZENS OF Fun Alcohol-Free Activities to Enjoy in RVA
food and drink, family friendly, events, experiences, sober experiences
DOZENS OF Fun Alcohol-Free Activities to Enjoy in RVA
food and drink, family friendly, events, experiences, sober experiences

From outdoor adventures to artistic endeavors and beyond, here are dozens of booze-free ways to spend your day in RVA.

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food and drink, family friendly, events, experiences, sober experiences
Everything We Know About Island Shrimp Co. at Rocketts Landing
experiences, events, food and drink
Everything We Know About Island Shrimp Co. at Rocketts Landing
experiences, events, food and drink

This Saturday, May 14, marks the grand opening of the highly-anticipated Island Shrimp Co. at Rocketts Landing. Last night, we got a sneak peek, and here's a quick bite of everything we know about it.

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experiences, events, food and drink
7 of the best sledding spots in Richmond
experiences, events, outdoor adventure, fitness, family friendly
7 of the best sledding spots in Richmond
experiences, events, outdoor adventure, fitness, family friendly

If you’re looking to get outside and make the most of your snow days, grab your snow pants and sleds and head out to these 7 tried-and-true hills in Richmond for a little outdoor adventure.

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experiences, events, outdoor adventure, fitness, family friendly
Everything We Know About Brambly Park, The First Winery in Scott's Addition
experiences, events
Everything We Know About Brambly Park, The First Winery in Scott's Addition
experiences, events

This Friday, June 5, marks the grand opening of the highly-anticipated Brambly Park, an urban winery, restaurant, and park.  Here's everything we know about it.

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experiences, events
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MEMBER MEETUPS

 
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November/December RVAx Book Club Meeting at Cirrus Vodka
November/December RVAx Book Club Meeting at Cirrus Vodka

Happening Wednesday, December 3.

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FOOD + DRINK GUIDES

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

 
 
The Local's Guide to RVA
Uncork Something Special for the Wine-Lover In Your Life
food and drink, shopping
Uncork Something Special 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.

Read More →
food and drink, shopping
The Trendspotter: December 2025
food and drink, the trendspotter
The Trendspotter: December 2025
food and drink, the trendspotter

Santa Claus and these new and updated spots are comin’ to town.

Read More →
food and drink, the trendspotter
Things We're Way Loving Right Now
shopping, food and drink
Things We're Way Loving Right Now
shopping, food and drink

Think of this series as a Richmond-y LIKEtoKNOW.it kinda thing — but ~this is NOT an ad~.

Read More →
shopping, 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-NINE Hallmark-y spaces and places be your guide around the city this merry season as you “deck them halls and all that stuff.”

Read More →
food and drink, experiences
11 Dirty Martinis to Try in Richmond
food and drink, experiences
11 Dirty Martinis to Try in Richmond
food and drink, experiences

Olive these so much.

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food and drink, experiences
 
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outdoor

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

 
Featured
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, we can help you can make that happen, too.

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experiences, outdoor adventure, shopping
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 a picture-perfect 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
10 Camping Spots within 2 Hours of Richmond
outdoor adventure, travel
10 Camping Spots within 2 Hours of Richmond
outdoor adventure, travel

With cooler temps and changing leaves on the horizon, a camping trip (or a few) is in order.

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outdoor adventure, travel
more outdoor adventure

nightlife

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

 
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The Best Restaurants & Bars in Richmond for Catching A Game
food and drink, nightlife
The Best Restaurants & Bars in Richmond for Catching A Game
food and drink, nightlife

Who’s got NFL Sunday 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
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
Elevate your outdoor Dining Experience on these 10 rooftops
nightlife, food and drink
Elevate your outdoor Dining Experience on these 10 rooftops
nightlife, food and drink

Whether you’re looking for good drinks, great vibes, stunning views, or just a place to hang, this is your guide to finding the rooftop for any of the above.

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nightlife, food and drink
more nightlife fun