You can play 18 holes of mini golf at The Park. | Photo by RICtoday

An entertainment venue, food hall, and event space all rolled into one opens today. The Park will offer a variety of games, drinks, and eating options out of its 55,000-sqft facility at 1407 Cummings Dr., near the upcoming Diamond District development.

The Park is hosting a grand opening today starting at 4 p.m. Headlining performer E-V will take the stage at 7 p.m.

Dubbing itself “a playground for all ages,” The Park has a laundry list of amenities.

🎳 18 lanes for duckpin bowling, billed as the largest installation in the country

🎡 18 holes of mini golf with whimsical obstacles

⛳️ Three virtual golf bays

🍺 An indoor beer garden with 30 self-pour taps

🍽 Six in-house dining options

RICtoday_TheParkEntrance — We explored the entertainment options at The Park before the doors officially open tonight.

The list doesn’t end there — there’s also an auditorium, a comedy club, and several areas for smaller parties and events. We got a sneak peek at the offerings before the opening and were taken by the murals — many by local artists — and light displays.

The project was announced back in July, led by a group of investors. Michael & Son owner Basim Mansour and managing partner Orcun Turkay have taken the reins on bringing the seemingly one-of-a-kind venue to life.

You can check out The Park Wednesdays-Thursdays from 4 p.m.-12 a.m., Fridays from 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 a.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Pro tip: The Park will be 21+ after 7 p.m. each day.

EVENTS

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Wednesday, Nov. 30

BRELAND | Wednesday, Nov. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | The National, 708 E. Broad St., Richmond | $17 | The hip-hop and country artist will play with Temecula Road.

Thursday, Dec. 1

Historians on Tap: The Pint Before Christmas | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 7 p.m. | Starr Hill Beer Hall & Rooftop, 3406 W. Leigh St., Richmond | Free entry | Wear your festive finery, grab a beer, and hear historians Kate Gruber, Joe Rizzo, and Travis Shaw talk about stories from Christmas seasons past.
“Dirty Dancing” in Concert | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Altria Theater, 6 N. Laurel St., Richmond | $44 | Have the time of your life at this live film-to-concert experience.

Friday, Dec. 2

RVA Illuminates | Friday, Dec. 2 | 4-7 p.m. | Kanawha Plaza, 801 E. Canal St., Richmond | Free | Kelli Lemon will host the city’s grand illumination with music from DJ Lonnie B.
First Friday: 2022 Day With(out) Art | Friday, Dec. 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Institute for Contemporary Art, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free | Arts organization Visual AIDS will present “Being & Belonging,” seven short videos highlighting artists across the world living with HIV/AIDS, followed by a discussion.

Saturday, Dec. 3

Dominion Energy Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Broad Street Parade Route, Broad St., Richmond | Free | Make sure to grab a space up front to catch colorful floats, live bands, and Santa himself.

Sunday, Dec. 4

Susan Greenbaum Band Holiday Show | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 7-9 p.m. | The Tin Pan, 8982 Quioccasin Rd., Richmond | $25 | See the legendary local singer-songwriter perform holiday classics.

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Weather

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Legacy

Congressman Donald McEachin died on Monday at age 61. McEachin represented all of Richmond and parts of Henrico and Chesterfield in the House of Representatives. He began his career in government in 1996 when he was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

Health

RPS and VDH are hosting a virtual town hall tonight at 6 p.m. Get up-to-date information about staying healthy this winter in English or Spanish. 💻

Opening

There will soon be a new art supplies shop in the Arts District. Supply is set to open in the coming days at 320 W. Broad St. The store plans to cater to working artists and students with hours from 4-10 p.m., Sunday-Thursday. 🎨 (Richmond BizSense)

Drink

If you see a line down Cary Street, it could be people waiting for a miracle. Carytown bar The Jasper reopens today at 5 p.m. as Miracle on Cary, a pop-up winter wonderland with a specialty cocktail menu, festive music, and decorations. 🎄

Sports

The US men’s national soccer team scored a 1-0 win against Iran yesterday to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup. Richmonders might recognize goalkeeper Matt Turner — he’s on Arsenal’s roster now, but was the goalie for the Kickers in 2016 and 2017. Let’s go Matt! ⚽️

Show

Local drag queen Melanin "Moneybag" Monroe is coordinating three charity events this weekend. Drop off a donation for the holiday toy drive at Tang & Biscuit on Saturday, support RVA Community Fridges at a LUNCH.SUPPER! brunch on Sunday, or head to the signature Black Girl Magic show at Fallout. 🎁 (Style Weekly)

Cause

United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg is looking for volunteers to help out with its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. No prior knowledge is necessary. Fill out the interest form or attend a virtual information session to learn more.

Active

Registration for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K, presented by Kroger, is now open. Whether you’re pursuing a 6.2-mile PR or prefer a casual stroll, Richmonders are invited to the 24th running of this race on Saturday, April 22, 2023 — don’t miss a course ft. tree-lined streets, stunning architecture, and more. 👟*

Cause

Specifically designed to meet the unique needs of children, the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU’s new Wonder Tower is a one-of-a-kind hospital where a kid can still feel like a kid — even during some of life’s toughest moments. Construction is nearly complete, but the hospital is still asking for the community’s support to help bring the project fully to life. Donate here. 🤝*

Announced

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Seasonal

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Countdown December with us

Here’s Week 1 of our December countdown. | Graphic by RICtoday

December is knocking at our door and we’re here to celebrate with an interactive countdown calendar celebrating Richmond. Here’s the plan: We’ll send out the calendar each Monday so you can virtually unveil a week’s worth of gifts — from historical tidbits to ideas for how to spend your season in the 804.

We’re getting started today with the first four days of the calendar. Click on the image or the button below to reveal what we’ve got for you.

Have an idea for how we can level up this seasonal series? Hit our line with your ideas. ❄️

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