Union Market in Union Hill has a sunny patio. | Photo by RICtoday
Daylight Saving Time is coming up on March 9, and while we’re not looking forward to losing an hour of sleep, we are excited to enjoy later Richmond sunsets at one of these 25+ local patios.
Open-air options
Union Market
Head to Church Hill to pick up a specialty sandwich and sit in the shade. If you aren’t hungry yet, check out their Instagram for daily open-air temptation.
En Su Boca
This fence-enclosed patio on Arthur Ashe Boulevard has heaters for the colder months.
Covered patios
Enjoy Afghan fine dining in the fresh air at the Mantu.
Photo by @themanturva
The Mantu
Chef Hamid Noori serves up Afghan cuisine at this fine dining restaurant near Ellwood Thompson’s. Try this: A table on the breezy covered patio, Chicken Kobihda, and a saffron iced tea.
The Smoky Mug
The pup-friendly “front porch” is an ideal spot to get some work done or reconnect with friends.
Pride in Black Voices | 2-3 p.m. | Library of Virginia | Free | Attend this hour-long storytelling + operatic event for music from the civil rights era and a brief Q+A session — registration is required.
Record Night | 6-9 p.m. | Reservoir Distillery | Free | Bring a record to spin and enjoy $2 off your drink at this weekly night for vinyl lovers.
Thursday, March 6
Richmond Short Story Tour | 6-6:30 p.m. | The Valentine | Free | Join Valentine staff for a quick 30-minute tour of the gallery, looking at objects which tell a story of Richmond’s history.
Laser Show: David Bowie - Science Museum of Virginia | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Science Museum of Virginia | $12.50+ | This after-hours experience in The Dome will feature light and laser displays set to the music of David Bowie.
Friday, March 7
Wonder Women: Reclaiming Feminine Power | 5-11 p.m. | CENTR | Free | This single-day pop-up event will feature artwork, a live poetry reading, live performance art, and a keynote address from MyOwnImage founder Susanna Gibson.
Tipsy Terrarium Workshop | 6 p.m. | The Vines at Oakdale, Ashland | $55 | Create your own terrarium with succulents, stones, moss, and desert plants — materials and a glass of wine is included.
Zane Lamprey Comedy -FXBG | 7 a.m. | Strangeways Brewing- Richmond | $25+ | Amazon Prime comedian Zane Lamprey, known for specials like “Tender Looks,” “Ski Patrol,” and “Medium Club” is telling jokes at Strangeways — this show is 21+.
Shamrockin’ at Stony Point | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Stony Point Fashion Park | Free | Don your green apparel and energize your day with live music, goat yoga, and plenty of St. Patrick’s Day-themed activities — goat yoga is a $15 ticketed activity.
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The Jefferson Cup Tournament kicks off this weekend, drawing 30,000 players between 1,960 soccer teams to Richmond. Beyond players and goals, the Jefferson Cup, a youth soccer tournament, also brings a substantial economic impact to our area — $42.7 million in 2024, to be exact. (Richmond Times Dispatch)
Real Estate
An 18-acre plot of land now earmarked for the Diamond District redevelopment project sold for $11.4 million, according to the city. Phase 1A plans for the project include roads, housing, commercial space + more. Groundbreaking is expected to occur in the coming months; an exact date is TBA. (WRIC)
Active
The Shed, a Pilates studio with nods to yoga practices, has expanded from owner Jane Ellington’s backyard to the former Homme Essentials spot at 1006 Lafayette St. The boutique studio specializes in small group classes ranging from mat and reformer Pilates to yoga. Book a class. (Style Weekly)
Biz
New business coming in hot. River City Sauna Co., located behind Once Upon a Vine on MacArthur Avenue, is open. Owner Shawn Smith touts both the physical benefits of traditional sauna and those of communal, phone-free gathering. 90-minute sessions are available now; meditations + other programs are planned for the future. (Richmond Biz Sense)
Pets
The Richmond SPCA’s adult dog adoption event — “Mutt Madness” — is underway. Visit the site to find your furever friend; as a part of this promotion, adopters can name their price. Outside the promotion, adoption fees are determined by each dog’s age. (WRIC)
Small Biz
Calling all small biz owners. We’re gearing up for Small Business Week, a celebration of local enterprises from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. If you own a local small business, let us highlight you by filling out this form by Sunday, March 16.
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$2,730+. That’s how much we’ve raised in Richmond to support our mission of positive, unbiased local reporting. Thank you.
The Buy
The Buy
A women’s tennis dress made from stretchy, soft fabric that’s perfect for workouts or casual wear on sunny days.
Just my two cents — but I love a dog-friendly patio especially during these early spring(ish?) days. I’ve got my sights set on a classic pizza from Triple Crossing. Pro tip: Add the hot honey, you won’t regret it.
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