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Event Spotlight
Make way for the fool! | Photo via RICtoday
I riddled together a jester costume and rode out to the inaugural Richmond Renaissance Faire over the weekend. Sold-out ticket sales estimated ~20,000 people in attendance.
My favorite part: Seeing everyone come together for the midday parade with All the Saints Theatrer Company.
The entryway was a popular photo op among attendees.
Photo by RICtoday
I must confess, I did not wait in the ever-constant line to get a GWARbar turkey leg, and I regret my foolish impatience. Still, it couldn’t impede my overall delight at joining the first-ever yee ol’ River City Ren Faire.
What’s the next big festival move? Merriment a’plenty awaits.
Legends on Grace: Laura Ann Singh + Rosette | 8-10 p.m. | Dominion Energy Center | $42+ | In this performance, Laura Ann Singh joins forces with the dynamic string quartet Rosette to present bold, imaginative reinterpretations of songs from across genres.*
Plan Ahead: Thursday, April 30
2026 Atlantic 10 Men’s Lacrosse Championships | Thursday, April 30 + Saturday, May 2 | Times vary | Robins Stadium | $10 | Get ready, Spider fans — championship season is coming home. The 2026 Atlantic 10 Men’s Lacrosse Championship is set for Robins Stadium on April 30 and May 2. Four teams, two days, one trophy.*
Special election day. Registered voters can select “yes” or “no” on a proposed redistricting amendment. Find your polling location, join the line before 7 p.m., and don’t forget a valid form of identification. Pro tip: Virginia allows same-day registration at the polls.
Development
Richmond’s Urban Design Committee shared conceptual plans to demolish two dams and restore a stream at Bryan Park. According to the proposal, construction wouldn’t begin until 2028, making now an opportune time for feedback. How about this online survey? Elise here: It took me ~3 minutes to fill out. (The Richmonder)
Eat
It’s Richmond Restaurant Week, but something looks a little different this year — the price. Throughout the week, participating restaurants will offer three-course meals at $42.26. That’s a $7 increase from last year. Regional nonprofit Feed More will receive $5.26 of that cost. (Axios Richmond)
Award
Nominations are open for the 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards, an August celebration honoring Black excellence in Richmond’s business, history, restaurant, and art scenes. Find inspiration with the list of last year’s winners.
Sports
The Flying Squirrels will debut a fresh(water) uniform design at tomorrow evening’s Earth Day + James River Appreciation game. Peep the photoshoot, and if you’re swayed by the style, lock in tickets.
Community
A simple thank-you can go a long way. Send a note to your favorite K-12 public school teacher through this local initiative by May 8, and they could win prizes for themselves or their school.*
Quoted
“The Goochland [Drive-In Theater] is fully evolved. For that reason, the new owners don’t intend on changing anything,” wrote Style Weekly. The owners of Richmond’s nearest drive-in just passed the movie-night torch, and new leadership appears determined to enhance what works rather than restructure. (Style Weekly)
Health
Talking about sexual health shouldn’t feel awkward. This helpful guide from Virginia Physicians for Women breaks down STI testing, treatment options, and what to expect — so readers can feel informed, confident, and in control of their care. Learn more.*
Sunset yoga at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is almost back in session for this weekly crew. The series warms back up next Thursday, April 30, at 7 p.m. Attendance is priced on a sliding scale starting at $7.
If you’re booked and busy during the week, Saturday morning yoga with Align RVA Wellness returns next weekend on May 2.
Three can’t-live-without products we wish we knew about sooner:
🧼 Designed with pet owners in mind, these washing machine cleaning tablets remove built up odor and hair.
🍖 Perfect for grilling season, this silicone basting brush makes it easy to add oil, butter, or your favorite sauce to items while they’re cooking.
👚 Coined as an iron in a bottle, Downy’s wrinkle release spray is the easiest way to ensure you never leave the house looking less than polished.
“Are there no true knights among you?” At the Richmond Ren Faire there are, and they gift roses. (“Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” spoilers if you’re curious about the quote reference).
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