Mapping out the Marathon 👟

Road closures and race watching spots for the Richmond Marathon

Runners take off at the starting line of the Richmond Marathon.

The marathon starting line is at the intersection of Grace and 5th Streets. | Photo by @juliennetripp.photo

The Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon (plus the CarMax Half Marathon and VCU Health 8K) will be up and running in less than 24 hours. That means the streets of the River City will be packed with runners, spectators, and people just trying to get around it all.

Here’s what you need to know, depending on when and where you’re going on race day:

Race day schedule ⏰

Today
10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Roads begin to close along course, no parking signs active

Saturday
6 a.m. | Race day registration starts at the intersection of Grace Street and 6th Street.
7 a.m. | VCU Health Richmond 8K starts
7:30 a.m. | First wave of marathon runners start
11:30 a.m. | Half-marathon route closes
3 p.m. | Marathon route closes
4 p.m. | Detours and parking restrictions lift

Pro tip: If you’re cheering on someone specific, sign up for Runner Alerts to send you texts tracking exactly where your participant is on the course. NBC12 is also setting up Party Zones on miles 7, 13, and 19 on the marathon course.

Two signs are plastered on a pole for future parking signs. — Race festivities will taper off between 3-4 p.m. on Saturday.

Road closures ⚠️

There are dozens of closures from Brown’s Island up to major downtown intersections, including swathes of Broad Street, Monument Avenue, and Arthur Ashe Boulevard.

Bus routes 🚌

20+ GRTC routes will be detoured, including the Pulse line. The service says to head to the Temporary Transfer Plaza to make connections while race day continues and expect significant schedule impacts.

After-party 🎉

The party starts past the finish line at 5th Street and Tredegar with live music, food, drinks, and vendors open to both participants and fans. The fun wraps up around 3 p.m.

For race day results and route updates, follow Sports Backers social media.

How many Richmond Marathons would you have to complete to run the length of the James River?

A. About 13 marathons
B. About 26 marathons
C. About 100 marathons
D. About 55 marathons

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Friday, Nov. 11

Richmond Mini-Greek Festival | Friday, Nov. 11-Saturday, Nov. 12 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 30 Malvern Ave, Richmond | Free | Try out the signature Greek dishes like pastichio, moussaka, chicken and pork souvlakia at this weekend-long cultural event.

Saturday, Nov. 12

TEDxYouth@RVA 2022 - PAUSE | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 5-7 p.m. | Oates Theater, Hershey Center for the Arts at Collegiate School, 279 N. Mooreland Rd., Richmond | Free | Listen to local high schoolers speak on their Richmond research projects with the TEDx national program.
“Romeo & Juliet” | Saturday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 13 | 8-10 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center Carpenter Theatre, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond | $30 | Witness one of the most beloved Piano Concertos as part of the Richmond Symphony.
Stony Point Beer, Wine, & Spirits Festival | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Stony Point Fashion Park, 9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond | $55-$65 | Sip and learn about different beverages and enjoy live music from Jaycie Cuprill, Zach Angle, and Rick Hollowell.

Sunday, Nov. 13

BHC’s Gingerbread House Challenge | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 12-5 p.m. | Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 2410 Ownby Ln., Richmond | Free | Make donations to support Better Housing Coalition and vote on your favorite gingerbread constructions.
“Ordinary People” | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 2 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W Cary St, Richmond | $8 | See the drama directed by Robert Redford on the big screen.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band | Sunday, Nov. 13 | 3 p.m. | Modlin Center for the Arts, 453 Westhampton Way, Richmond | $5-$35 | Celebrate the musical heritage of New Orleans in a night with these veteran musicians.

Monday, Nov. 14

History Happy Hour with Anne Cross | Monday, Nov. 14 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Bottom’s Up Pizza, 1700 Dock St., Richmond | Free | Register to hear scholar Bibb Edwards discuss the story of a Black family in the Reconstruction era.

Tuesday, Nov. 15

Profs & Pints: Hollywood Actors as Activists | Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Triple Crossing Beer - Fulton, 5203 Hatcher St., Richmond | $12-$15 | VCU professor and author Emilie Raymond will discuss how celebrities have engaged with politics in American history.

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Weather

74º | Scattered showers | 85% chance of rain

Civic

Mayor Levar Stoney and six members of City Council have proposed a one-time, five cent real estate tax rebate for property owners. If approved, checks could be sent in early 2023. The funds are provided by a $18 million surplus in the city budget. 💸 (NBC12)

Development

The Wigwam Motel in Hanover is being revitalized as part of a shopping center called Wigwam Crossing. The 1920s-era log cabin now operates as an event space. The Rio Brazil Steakhouse will open next week in the new commercial space. (Richmond BizSense)

Edu

VCU has been named an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities. The school was highlighted for its collective of economic resources and research, including its Commercialization Fund, COVID Innovation Center, and the only translational research center in VA. (VCU News)

Outdoors

The Maymont Community Garden is looking for leaves to help suppress weeds and prep the soil for winter. Bring your bags to the mulch pile near the skate park on Treasure Island Way or contact garden organizers to pick up donations at your curb. 🍁

Richmonder

Kirby Carmichael, a local legendary radio host, will be honored with a street baring his name. The “tall man of soul” spent six decades spinning records, hosting Skateland parties, and inspiring Richmonders of all ages. The new sign will go up at 1100 Front St. at Highland Park — where WANT-AM used to be. 🎶 (CBS6 News)

Cause

Stop by Studio Two Three with your gently-used winter coats, pants, gloves, or hats to donate to the Health Brigade’s seasonal clothing drive. The gallery will accept donations from Sunday’s market event through Tuesday, Dec. 20. Clothing for all ages is accepted. 🧤

Ranked

Southern Living included Richmond in its “12 Southern Trips We Can’t Wait to Plan for Next Year” article this week. The author mentioned the Poe Museum’s centennial, Linden Row Inn, and the Monumental Conversations virtual tour as major draws to the city in 2023. 🚙

Today Is

Veteran’s Day, a federal holiday commemorating people who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Find local and national discounts for service members or attend the annual Veterans Day Ceremony virtually or in-person at the Virginia War Memorial. 🇺🇸

Jobs

The Dept. of Public Works is hiring for several positions within the Richmond Urban Forestry team. Opportunities include maintenance specialists and technicians, which are all full time positions. Explore more city job openings.

Travel

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Henrico and Chesterfield approve bond referendums on Election Day

Shovels stuck in the dirt at a groundbreaking.

Chesterfield recently broke ground on a new library, which will be funded with some of this bond money. | Photo via @chesterfieldvirginia

Voters in Henrico and Chesterfield Counties had several questions on their ballot along with picking their representatives. The votes came in with an strong “yes” for projects involving fund allocation and approval.

Chesterfield voted on $541 million in facility bonds broken down like this:

Schools ($375 million)
Libraries ($47 million)
Parks and Recreation ($38 million)
Public Safety ($81 million)

Henrico had $511 million to distribute between:

School projects ($340 million)
Building and repairing fire stations ($84 million)
Flood Prevention ($50 million)
Recreation and Parks ($37 million)

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