Celebrate the Season Downtown!
Bike the Holiday Lights Tours
Wednesday, December 7– Sunday, January 8, 3-5:30 PM at Basket and Bike, 301 E. Cary Street
Join Basket & Bike and RVA on Wheels for a Holiday Biking Tour of Downtown Richmond. On this afternoon/early evening bike tour, take to the avenues and bike lanes for a seasonal ride along the riverfront. You’ll discover new ways to tell the story of our beautiful region and river. As dusk approaches, you’ll pass through the holiday lights as you return to Shockoe Slip, where your tour includes a beverage voucher for a free wine, beer, tea, or coffee at locally owned neighbors Urban Farmhouse.
Fee for tickets.
Details at: https://www.basketandbike.com/holiday-tours
Richmond Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Friday, December 9–Friday, December 23, times vary at the Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace Street
Brand new scenery designed by Alain Vaës, a new Chinese dance choreographed by Ma Cong, and refreshed costumes make their much-anticipated debut! While these stunning designs will delight with their vibrant colors and fantastical imagery, they extend from the same storybook vision for which Stoner Winslett’s production is so beloved. Don’t miss your chance to experience this next magical evolution to The Nutcracker this holiday season!
Fee for tickets.
Details at:
https://www.dominionenergycenter.com/events/detail/richmond-ballet-the-nutcracker-2
Richmond Makers Market: Holiday Cheers
Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11, 12-6 PM at Basic City Beer Co., 212 W. 6th Street
This Richmond holiday market features new makers monthly ranging from candlemakers and crafters to confections and works of clay. Head to Manchester’s Basic City Beer Co., a dog-friendly brewery, for an afternoon of shopping and supporting local RVA makers.
Free event, fee for shopping.
Details at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/3236779779871117/3236779789871116/
Richmond Boat Parade of Lights
Saturday, December 10, 4:45 PM, starts at Rocketts Landing
Each year, owners decorate their boats and converge on the James River for a parade that marks the beginning of the holiday season. Grab the family and gather at one of the several viewing sites to see the boats and enjoy holiday entertainment.
Free event. Rain or shine.
Details at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/403706605276842?ref=newsfeed
Winter Wander: Celebrate Court End
Sunday, December 11, 12-4PM at The Valentine, 1015 E. Clay Street
Join The Valentine for some winter cheer on their picturesque block of East Clay Street. Hot beverages, family crafts and games, and live music are all in store. You can also take a self-guided tour of the historic Court End neighborhood and hop on a shuttle to visit nearby cultural sites for open houses and other activities.
Free event.
Details at: https://thevalentine.org/event/winter-wander-3/
For continued updates of things to do in Downtown Richmond during the holidays, please visit our website.
