Shopping and snacks at the BIG Market could be a great first date. | Photo by RICtoday
While many spend the holiday season with loved ones — today, we are talking about that special someone.
There’s still plenty of time for large family gatherings and end-of-the-year work parties, but time is running low on reserving a date night to cap off another year with your significant other. With that in mind, we wanted to share our top 25+ date night ideas, ranging from adventures in the outdoors to nights out on the town.
⭐️ Senior City Editor Robin here. I’ll be popping in throughout the guide with some personal tips — look out for the star emoji.
Let’s Paint | 6-8 p.m. | Crazy Rooster Brewing Company | $39+ | Learn how to paint a gingerbread house on canvas, which is much easier than creating an actual gingerbread house.
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Holiday Movie Night: “Spirited” | 7 p.m. | Starr Hill Beer Hall | Free | Stop in to watch a modern holiday musical featuring Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds.
Thursday, Dec. 12
Community Night: The Mixer | 7:30-9 p.m. | Coalition Theater | $5 | Join the action on-stage at this night of improv for all skill levels, or watch from the audience with a snack and drink from the bar.
Friday, Dec. 13
DeRay Davis | Friday, Dec 13 + Sunday, Dec. 15 | Times vary | Funny Bone Richmond | $75+ | Prepare to laugh with this comedian who has starred on networks like BET, Comedy Central, and HBO.
Saturday, Dec. 14
90s Mall Holiday Market | Saturday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 15 | 12-5 p.m. | Bingo Beer Co. | Free | Shop all weekend from local vendors + meet with Santa, sip craft beer, and grab a meal from a food truck.
Richmond Night Market | 5-9 p.m. | 17th Street Market | Free | Keep your shopping rolling into the night with this evening market featuring vendors, local businesses, and more.
Expansion plans submitted by the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts were denied by a state review board, but the CEO says this isn’t the end. The plans will need to be submitted and ultimately approved by the Department of General Services director, which hasn’t happened yet. (Richmond Biz Sense)
Sports
For the first time since 1958, Richmond Raceway will only host one NASCAR Cup Series in 2025. This is because a new race in Mexico City has been added to the spring schedule, replacing our local event. Now, Richmond will be home to the second-to-last race of the year. (Beyond the Flag)
Cause
Henrico Sports and Entertainment Authroity is making sure the athletes of tomorrow have resources today. The local organization is collecting donated sporting goods — ranging from footballs to tennis rackets — at local Salvation Army locations that will then be distributed to kids across the county. (WBBT)
State
Can you name all 10 counties in Virginia that are named after a woman? Their namesakes all hail from British royalty, and you can read more about it with this quick explainer. (Newsbreak)
Regional
The Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement is returning to the drawing board today after failing to meet its 2025 goals. Representatives are still determined to meet their eco-friendly goals and plan to add new ones for the future during this meeting. (Virginia Mercury)
Holiday
Looking for the perfect adult stocking stuffer? The Virginia Lottery has a fresh lineup of Holiday Scratchers featuring festive ticket art and cash prizes. Psst... You must be 18+ to play. Check off another gift.*
Seasonal
Grab your hot cocoa and bundle up, because Fredericksburg (approx. one hour from downtown), is full of festive cheer. Explore these seven dazzling holiday light displays nearby that will get you in the holiday spirit.*
Home
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Finance
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Plan Ahead
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The Buy
The Buy
A meaningful gift that will surprise and delight: a hidden photo bracelet. Customize with the photo of your choice — the gift recipient can hold it up close to their eyes to see it, or project it on the wall with their phone’s flashlight.
Happy Tuesday, Richmond. I watched “Apollo 13: Survival” on Netflix over the weekend and can’t recommend it enough. It’s a gripping true story of human resiliency with archival footage and audio of the astronauts and scientists working against time during a disaster 200,000+ miles away from earth.
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