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09/04/2026

The 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards was a true celebration of Black excellence across the Richmond Region and this night couldn't happen without your support. ⭐️

Join us in sending a major THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors who have helped to make the 3rd annual BLK RVA Community Awards possible!

We appreciate your continued commitment to celebrating innovation and excellence in our community. 🏆🖤

09/02/2026

Virginia Pridefest 2026 is just around the corner! 🌈🎉

One of Virginia’s biggest celebrations of love, community, and Pride is coming back, and you already know Richmond is going to SHOW OUT. Presented by OutRVA, this festival will feature mainstage entertainment, nearly 200 q***r, community-focused, and engaging vendors, food trucks, kids activities, and more!

📆: Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰: 12 PM-8 PM
📍: Midtown Green

Get ready for all the energy, the community, the music, the looks and the LOVE. Consider this your sign to start getting the crew together and getting ready to celebrate Virginia Pride Month in the Richmond Region. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Learn more: 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/4dY6dpr

08/31/2026

All we gotta say is y'all looked GOOD 🙂‍↕️🔥

We're still on cloud nine after the 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards and everyone in attendance pulled up camera-ready. Thank you to each and every one of you who joined us for year three of this star-studded night of celebration!

👉🏾 Be sure to tag us in your recap moments - Visit BLK RVA! In case you missed it, head to our website to find photos and a recap of the 2026 awards: https://bit.ly/4yiDR3H

[📸 : Shodj]

08/24/2026

A star-studded night of celebration 🏆✨

The 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards was truly a night to remember! Join us in congratulating this year's award winners: 👇🏾

▪️ Rising Community Impact Award presented by Wells Fargo - Black Girls of RVA, Cymone A. Hall, M.S., RHIA - Black Girls of RVA

▪️ Rooted Community Impact Award presented by Community Foundation for a greater Richmond - 63Thirty5 Restaurant, Jonathan Johnson - 63Thirty5 Restaurant

▪️ Cultural Enrichment Award presented by Richmond Memorial Health Foundation - Henrico County Juneteenth Celebration, Aziah Bell - Henrico County Recreation & Parks

▪️ Culinary Impact Award presented by Brown Distributing Company, LLC - Charlotte’s Southern Deli, Paul and Nikki Polk - Charlotte's Southern Deli and Tapas

▪️ Cultural Preservation Award presented by Altria Client Services - Shockoe Institute, Todd B. Waldo

▪️ Moment of the Year Award presented by Genworth | CareScout - Shaqwan “Mad Skillz” Lewis - Mad Skillz

ICYMI - don't worry, we've got more recap content coming your way 📸 Be sure to tag us in your favorite moments from the evening - !

[Captured by Shodj]

08/21/2026

TONIGHT is the night! 🏆

We can't wait to see you all at the BLK RVA Community Awards at The Hippodrome Theater! Get ready for an evening of celebration in this iconic setting as we honor the innovators, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers making an impact in our community.

📅 When: August 21, 2026
⏰ Time: Doors Open at 6 PM, Program Begins at 6:45 PM
🎉 On-Site Awards After Party: 8 PM
📍 Where: 528 N 2nd Street, Richmond VA
👔: Cocktail Chic Attire - sneakers are welcomed (dress to impress 😉)

Enjoy a reception with light bites and vibes provided by DJ RichFLo before the ceremony. Tonight’s awards host, Clovia Lawrence will guide you through the night as you cheer on your favorite community leaders and find out the winners of this year’s awards: 👇🏾

■ Cultural Enrichment Award | presented by Genworth | CareScout

■ Culinary Impact Award

■ Cultural Preservation Award | presented by Altria

■ Rooted Community Impact Award | presented by Community Foundation for a greater Richmond

■ Rising Community Impact Award | presented by Wells Fargo

■ *NEW* Moment of the Year Award | Inaugural Recipient - Mad Skillz

See you there! Be sure to tag us in all your photos and videos from the evening - Visit BLK RVA! 🎉📸

08/20/2026

For all the wanderers and solo adventurers, add the Richmond Region to your travel radar! 📍

Check out Richmond's latest mention in Travel Noire where writer Natasha Decker names Richmond as a top 10 solo-travel friendly destination. Read more: 👇🏾

These 10 US cities offer Black solo travelers walkable neighborhoods, welcoming locals, and plenty of confidence to explore on your own.

08/14/2026

YOU’RE INVITED!

We want to see you at the 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards on Friday, August 21st! 🏆🫵🏾

Head to our website to register today and join us for this star-studded night of celebration.

The Details 👇🏾

📍: The Hippodrome Theater | 528 N 2nd St, Richmond, VA 23219
⏰: 6:00 PM - Doors open and registration sponsored by Mosaic Interpreting Services, reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks and networking.
6:45 - 8:00 PM - Awards Program
8:00 - 9:00 PM - Awards Afterparty at The Hippodrome
👔 Attire: Cocktail Chic - dress to impress 😉

Tell a friend and head to the 🔗 in our bio to get your tickets!

08/13/2026

The countdown is ON to the 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards at the historic Hippodrome Theater! Special thanks to Fox Richmond - WRLH for the Connect RVA feature!

Join us to celebrate this year’s incredible finalists, cheer on the winners, and show some love to the trailblazers who are helping our community thrive. 👇🏾

📅 Friday, August 21, 2026 | 6 PM–8 PM
🎉 Hippodrome Afterparty | 8 PM–9 PM
📍 528 N 2nd St., Richmond

🎟️ Need to grab your tickets? Click the link to learn more and secure your spot! 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/4cneTW0