Don’t miss out on Mobile Soul Sunday, the kick-off for RBRE week. | Photo via @thejonesmediaco
Richmond Black Restaurant Experience (RBRE) is entering its ninth year with a celebratory week of outings, culinary spotlights, and community initiatives.
Here’s what you should know:
Events:
Mobile Soul Sunday | Sunday, March 9 | 12-5 p.m. | Monroe Park | Free | Peruse 30+ soul-elevating food trucks and let loose with live music at this kick-off food fest.
Art for the Soul | Saturday, March 15 | 6-11 p.m. | The Foundation | $150+ | VIP tickets are still available for this upscale dining experience curated by local chefs.
Stick a Fork In It: Block Party | Sunday, March 16 | 2-6 p.m. | Location TBD | Free | Round off the week with this celebration of all things RBRE.
A week of eats:
At the heart of it, RBRE week is about supporting Black-owned restaurants in RVA. Whether you’re in the mood for fine dining, a casual date, take-out, or something sweet, Richmond has a rich roster of options.
Curate your week with a range of Black-owned dining options.
Sanctuary City | Thursday, March 6-Saturday, March 22 | Times vary | Richmond Triangle Players - Robert B. Moss Theatre | $15+ | Catch a viewing of this emotional, Pulitzer-Prize winning theatre production presented by Richmond’s 5th Wall Theatre.
Friday, March 7
7th Annual Plant Market | Friday, March 7-Sunday, March 9 | 12-6 p.m. | PlantHouse | Free | Sip on drink specials while browsing discounted plants and local artisan booths.
Back Through the Open Window | 12-6 p.m. | The Anderson | It’s your last chance to experience VCUart’s latest exhibition — a collection of interpretive photography presented by VCU alums.
Shrek Movie Screening | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre | $5 | We know Shrek came out 20+ years ago, but with the recent trailer release for Shrek 5, maybe it’s time we revisit this classic at this classic RVA theater.
International Women’s Day Celebration | 3-6 p.m. | KavaClub | Price of purchase | Join Feel Good RVA for an afternoon of celebration, self-care, and Kava mocktails.
Almost Gone | 9 p.m. | River City Roll | Price of purchase | Catch this energetic concert of 90s-rock favorites while grabbing drinks or hitting the bowling lane.
Beloved local bakery Sub Rosa plans to reopen in November, marking one year since the in-house fire that forced their closure. If you’ve driven through Church Hill recently, you may have noticed the building’s boarded doors and stripped interior, but things are on the up for this neighborhood staple. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Sports
The Richmond Ivy are heading into their second season with a new head coach — Richmond soccer alumni, Fred Owusu Sekyere. His extensive resume spanning from VCU, the National Premier Soccer League, the USL Pro League, and the Richmond Kickers, rouses even more excitement for the 2025 season. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Civic
Have you received a text recently about an unpaid toll bill? Me too. Don’t be so quick to click the link. The Virginia DMV has issued warnings about scam texts regarding toll fees and E-Z pass accounts, urging residents to report all scams and pay valid bills directly through E-Z Pass. (CBS 6)
Music
Music runs in the family for Richmond songwriters, Carlyle and Chris Leggett. The father and son are releasing albums one month apart, and Chris’ band is backing up his father’s return from retirement. Catch Chris Leggett and the Copper Line’s album release show on Saturday, and stream Carlye’s album on April 4. (Style Weekly)
Theater
Richmond Shakespeare has announced a three-week run of “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)”— a comedic, fast-paced delivery of 37 classic Shakespearean plans. The 97-minute run-time makes for an easy-going + fun March plan. Reserve tickets here.
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As a Church Hill resident, I’m so excited for Sub Rosa’s return. They deserve all the roses. I usually go for a sour cherry + pistachio croissant, but once they reopen, I might celebrate with their classic chocolate croissant — or both.
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