Venture Richmond
Representing the merger of Richmond Renaissance, City Celebrations,
River District Alliance and Richmond Riverfront Corporation.
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Celebrate Illuminate in the River District
For more detailed information, go to venturerichmond.com.
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River District Holiday Events
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Friday, November 30th James Center's Grand Illumination
10th & E. Cary Streets, Free admission, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Come down to see Legendary Santa and Snow Queen! The night begins at
6pm with a live countdown hosted by Lite 98 to turn on the outline
lighting for fifteen downtown office buildings. The Sugar Plum Fairy
from the Richmond Ballet will make a magical appearance! The VMI
Marching Band will perform holiday favorites leading up to the lighting
of the REINDEER at 6:25pm. Legendary Santa will give the countdown, the
lights will come on and the VMI band will lead followers into Shockoe
Slip and down to the Canal Walk's Turning Basin. At 6:30pm the three
caroling bears: The MOPO Bears will sing entertain children with a 25
minute performance. Don't miss Tuba Christmas, harpist Rickie Denton,
the Handbell Choir from FBC Richmond, the Virginia Piedmont &
Central HO Model Railroaders exhibit, Nutcracker character appearances
by the Richmond Ballet, enormous local high school "Greeting Cards" and
much more! This event is provided by James Center Property LLC. For
more information call 804-344-3232.
Friday, November 30th Holiday Market
17th Street Farmers Market, Free admission, 5pm-9pm
Avoid the mall rush! This annual holiday shopping extravaganza features
holiday wreaths, fresh cut mistletoe, gourmet desserts, handcrafted
jewelry, hand-carved wooden toys, handmade ornaments, vintage
collectibles, one-of-a-kind gifts and so much more! Coinciding with the
Grand Illumination and the Main Street Station Open House, this last
evening of the market season is the perfect destination for finding
unique gifts for the holidays! Enjoy the Henrico Pops Chorus serenading
shoppers from 7pm-8pm. For more information call 804-646-0477 or visit www.17thstreetfarmersmarket.com.
Friday, November 30th Main Street Station Holiday Open House
Main Street Station and new Plaza at Main Street Station, 15th & E. Main Streets, Free admission, 5pm-9pm
The City of Richmond welcomes all for a Holiday Open House with a Polar
Express theme, Sgt. Santa and his helper, the Mouse King from the
Nutcracker, free Kiddie train rides, hot chocolate and cookies,
decorations, the tree lighting and live entertainment. Enjoy the
gorgeous restored glory of Main Street Station and explore the lighted
"Cathedral Walk" at the Plaza at Main Street Station and celebrate the
holiday season. Event parking is available at the Station using the
15th & Franklin Street entrance for $2. For more information call
804-646-5871.
Friday, November 30th SPARC Carols for the Community
Canal Turning Basin - Dock and 14th Streets, Free admission, 6:30pm and 7:30pm
SPARC students, families and SPARC's STAGES students from Swansboro
Elementary School will join together to sing your favorite Holiday
Carols at Richmond's Historic Canal Walk Turning Basin. SPARC (School
of the Performing Arts in the Richmond Community) has been Richmond's
premiere training organization for young people in acting, singing and
dance for 26 years. For more information contact Erin at 804-788-6448
or ethomas@sparconline.org.
Friday, November 30th FREE Glow Necklaces for Children
Shockoe Slip, 6:30pm while supplies last
In the spirit of Celebrate Illuminate, Venture Richmond staff will be
distributing red and green glow necklaces to all children. Sponsored by
Venture Richmond.
Friday, November 30th Tree Lighting and Governor's Executive Mansion Open House
Capitol Square, Free admission, 5pm-7pm
Be there for the lighting of the state Christmas tree and tour
Virginia's Governor's Mansion in its holiday finest on Capital Hill.
For more information call 804-371-2642.
Friday-Saturday, November 30th-December 1st FREE Horse and Carriage Rides
Rides start and end in Shockoe Slip at the fountain at 13th and E. Cary Streets, 6pm-10pm
Clip-Clop Clip-Clop – the sound of horses' hooves on the cobblestones,
jingle bells ringing, the holidays are here in Richmond's historic
River District. Holiday decorated 12 passenger wagon circles Shockoe
Slip and Shockoe Bottom. One round trip ride per person please.
Sponsored by Venture Richmond. Call Roger at 804-769-4010 with
questions.
Friday-Saturday, November 30th-December 1st Canal Boat Rides at the Turning Basin
14th & Dock Streets, $2 per person (children 4 and under free), 6pm-9pm
Celebrate the Season on Richmond's Historic Canal! Ring in the
holidays on decorated canal boats while enjoying a historic tour on the
James River & Kanawha Canal. Enjoy a leisurely 25 minute tour in
one of our covered boats. Santa will even join you for a ride on Friday
night from about 6:30-7:30pm! For more information call 804-788-6466.
Friday, November 30th–Monday, December 31st Giant Holiday Cards on Display Downtown
The James Center (10th & E. Cary) & Richmond Public Library (2nd & E. Main), Free admission, check the hours of operation at each location
Holiday Greetings! The 5th annual exhibition of art cards will be on
display downtown during the month of December. The giant cards, each
created from wooden doors, are creatively designed and painted by art
classes and clubs in schools from the City of Richmond, Henrico County,
Chesterfield County and private schools. Sponsored by Siewers Lumber
and Venture Richmond. For more information call 804-788-6466 or visit www.venturerichmond.com
Saturday, December 1st Governor's Executive Mansion Open House
Capitol Square, Free admission, 1pm-4pm
Come tour Virginia's Governor's Mansion in its holiday finest on Capital Hill. For more information call 804-371-2642.
Friday-Sunday, December 7th-9th Horse & Carriage Rides
Pick up area at 10th and E. Cary Streets (James Center), $10 a person (children 4 and under are free – they must sit in your lap), 6pm-10pm
Clip-Clop Clip-Clop – the sound of horses' hooves on the cobblestones,
jingle bells ringing, the holidays are here in Richmond's River
District. We hope you and your family will join the Triple "R" Horse
and Carriage for this traditional holiday treat. Each ride is scheduled
on the half-hour and is approximately 25 minutes. You must reserve your
seat by calling Roger Poteat at 804-769-4010.
Saturday, December 8th 15th Annual James River Parade of Lights
Libby Hill Park, corner of 28th and E. Franklin
Streets, entertainment at 4:30pm, parade viewing at 6pm; and the
Intermediate Terminal Dock, at Dock and Water Streets, parade viewing
at 6pm
"Reflections on the James," this year's parade features festively
decorated boats that cruise the parade course from Richmond to
Chesterfield and Henrico counties. Spectators from throughout the
region gather at several official viewing locations, while others
gather along other riverfront properties with family and friends to
view the floating parade. The event has become a cherished holiday
tradition for people from throughout the region. Sponsored by the James
River Advisory Council. For more information call 804-717-6681 or visit
jamesriveradvisorycouncil.com.
Saturday, December 8th Ten Year Anniversary Celebration & Hanukkah Party
Virginia Holocaust Museum, 2000 E. Cary St., Tickets are on sale for
$50 a couple, $30 for an individual, $25 for Museum members, and free
for children 8 and younger, 6:30pm
Celebrate 10 years of teaching "Tolerance through Education". In
honor of this milestone year and the Festival of Lights, the Museum
invites you to an evening of live music with the John Winn Jazz
Quartet, dancing, a light show, food, beverages, and a balloon drop
finale that promises to be one of the highlights of the holiday season!
To purchase tickets or become a Museum member and receive the
discounted rate, call the Museum at 804-257-5400 x243 or on-line at www.va-holocaust.com. Everyone, regardless of religious affiliation, is encouraged to attend this great party!
Sunday, December 16th-16th Holidays at the American Civil War Center
500 Tredegar Street, $4 for students/seniors, and $2 for children under 17, 1pm-5pm
Free refreshments, ornament making, and tree decorating. Southern
Horizon Civil War period musicians will perform at 2pm. Civil War Santa
will greet the children. Reduced admission to the museum. For more
information call 804-780-1865, ext. 10 or visit www.civilwarcenter.com.
* Schedule Subject to Change
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11.28.2007
