Experience · Richmond
Elegant Evening & Live Music in Jackson Ward
Kick off a memorable date night in Richmond's historic Jackson Ward with an intimate live music performance. Continue your evening with a sophisticated dinner at a acclaimed local eatery, and cap it all off with a leisurely drink in a chic setting.
A 5-hour Richmond evening plan for couples — Altria Theater, Lillie Pearl.
- Duration
- 4h 45m
- Cost
- $100–$250
- Stops
- 2 stops
- Area
- VCU + 1 more
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 0.5-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Altria Theater(1 hr 30 min)→
- 2Lillie Pearl(1 hr 45 min)
Why this plan works
The 2 stops cover about 0.5 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Richmond instead of crossing town between them. Lillie Pearl is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Richmond outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Kick off a memorable date night in Richmond's historic Jackson Ward with an intimate live music performance. Continue your evening with a sophisticated dinner at a acclaimed local eatery, and cap it all off with a leisurely drink in a chic setting.
The itinerary
2 stops, one great day
- 11h 30mAltria Theater
Arts & Culture · VCU
Sizable theater on the VA Commonwealth campus, offering musicals, concerts, comedy & other events.
What to do — Catch a captivating live performance, whether it's a concert, comedy show, or theatrical production, in a beautifully renovated historic venue.
Scout Side QuestBefore the lights dim, pick your favorite architectural detail in the hall and have your date guess which one it is.
0.5 mi · 10 min walk or 4 min drive
Then After the performance, take a short stroll through Jackson Ward to your dinner reservation.
21h 45mLillie PearlFood & Drink · Jackson Ward
Laid-back eatery whipping up classic Southern comfort food such as burgers, ribs, seafood & cobbler.
What to do — Enjoy a cozy dinner with classic Southern dishes. Share a few small plates or dive into their hearty entrees. Don't forget to ask about their cobbler!
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Planning this outing
- Is this a good Richmond itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 4 hr 45 min across 2 stops, starting at Altria Theater.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 45 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Richmond itinerary cost?
- Roughly $100–$250 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.5 miles of walking in total.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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