St. Patrick’s Day festivities in RVA | St. Patrick’s Day is Monday, March 17, but festivities kick off this weekend for the River City. We may not dye the James green, but we have a full agenda of festivities to help celebrate this Irish holiday.
Six Kickers home games we’re excited for in 2025 | With a snazzy new crest + refreshed brand, the Kickers started their season with an away-game win last Friday — andthe ball just got rolling. Here are a few games we’re looking forward to here in River City.
25 interesting facts about Richmond | Did you know Edgar Allan Poe lived in Richmond? Nah, just kidding. If you know us, you know we’re here for the deep cuts — and there’s plenty of interesting factoids to go around.
Girl Scout Cookie Flights | Friday, March 14-Sunday, March 23 | Times vary | James River Cellars, Glen Allen | $19 | If you’ve never paired wine and Tagalongs together, give it a go and show your support for local Girl Scout programs.
Saturday, March 15
Sad Prom | 8-11 p.m. | Studio Two Three | $25+ | It’s not all sad at this nostalgic prom-themed fundraiser, hosted to raise money for Studio Two Three’s new HVAC system.
Sunday, March 16
River City Roller Derby - St. Patrick’s Day | 4-6 p.m. | Moxy Downtown Richmond | Free | Join RVA’s roller derby league at this St. Patrick’s-themed happy hour and karaoke night.
Monday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl | 5-11 p.m. | Bandito’s Burrito Lounge | $11+ | Energize your day-of holiday celebrations with this bar crawl starting in the Museum District.
This festival celebrates Mount Pleasant’s rich shrimping and fishing heritage. | Photos provided by Experience Mount Pleasant
Nothing says “vacation mode” likefresh seafood by the water.
The annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival in Mount Pleasant, SC — just a ~3.5-hour flight from Richmond —invites you to soak up some fun in the Lowcountry on Sunday, April 27.
From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., watch local shrimp boats parade through Charleston Harbor for a traditional blessing, then dig into fresh, wild-caught seafood from local restaurants and food vendors.
While you’re there, check out:
A craft show + juried art exhibition by the Mount Pleasant Artists Guild, where you can browse and purchase one-of-a-kind works of art
With the stunning Charleston Harbor and Ravenel Bridge as your backdrop, this free festival is a must for seafood lovers and anyone looking to spend the perfect day by the water.
When you’re looking to spice up your food, what hot sauce do you grab? Texas Pete is apparently the top sauce for Virginia. Do you agree?(HuffPost)
Tech
Do you want to taste this newsletter? An experimental device called e-Taste is in the works, which would allow the sensation of taste in virtual reality. Cool, but we think we’ll stick with our local spots for now. (Gizmodo)
Today Is
Pi Day — an annual celebration of the mathematical term Pi. Celebrate with a filled pastry from Proper Pie, or peruse our local pizza guide for a savory ceremony.
Seasonal
Getting a start on spring cleaning? If you’ve got a heap of clothes in the “maybe” pile, consider bringing them to a local buy, sell, trade shop where they can find a new home.
Travel
For the first time, Southwest Airlines is charging for bags. The airline is also reworking its frequent flyer program and offering basic economy tickets. Keep that in mind as you book your next flight out of Richmond International Airport. (CNBC)
Decluttering > spring cleaning. With fewer things to dust, organize, and move, you’ll spend less time cleaning. Psst...Goodwill accepts a wide range of gently-used items — from clothing to bikes, furniture, and even vehicles. Find your nearest Goodwill.*
Active
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City Guide
City Guide
Escape the everyday hustle
Scuffletown is one of many parks nestled around the city. | Photo by @scuffletown_park
Warmer weather is easing into our weeks, RVA. Whether you’re looking for a place to play or to decompress, Richmond has 25+ parks and recreational spots for you to enjoy.
For nature lovers
Pumphouse Park, 1627 Pump House Dr.
The Gothic structure at the center of this park is surrounded by wooded trails ideal for bird watching, hiking, and learning Richmond history.
Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd.
This large park offers something for everyone with a seasonal Aquatic Center, the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, camp grounds, and 90 miles of trails.
For a city escape
Scuffletown Park, 418 Strawberry St.
Find this neighborhood park hideaway nestled in an alley between Strawberry Street and Stafford Avenue in the Fan.
Meadow Park, 401 N. Meadow St.
This triangular neighborhood park has benches, a Little Free Library, and spots to set up a blanket or toss a ball around.
Have a great weekend, Richmond! This time next week, it’ll officially be spring. I’ve already seen some early blooms — be on the lookout for courageous pops of color breaking through the heavy winter we’ve had.
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