~ Wineries, restaurants, and retailers throughout Virginia to take part in Harvest Party celebrations on October 19 ~ RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced the official start of the 31st Annual October Virginia Wine Month, celebrating the growth of Virginia’s wine industry and the unique character of the Commonwealth’s wines. The oldest wine month in the country, … [Read more...] about Governor Northam Announces 31st Annual October Virginia Wine Month
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Eat & Drink What You Love This Fall in Virginia
This fall, Virginia is for Lovers is celebrating the Commonwealth’s rich, wonderful culinary offerings with "Eat. Drink. Love." Fall is one of the most spectacular times of year to visit Virginia. Acres of foliage burst into beautiful color and Virginia’s scenic roadways show off the state’s stunning natural beauty. Local farms transform into family playgrounds with harvest … [Read more...] about Eat & Drink What You Love This Fall in Virginia
Colonial Downs Announces 2019 15-Day Meet Results
Record Crowds, Purses and Wagers Highlight Thoroughbred Racing Revival in Virginia 42,000 Fans, $7.4 M in Purses and $17.5 M in Wagers Set New Standard NEW KENT, Va. (September 10, 2019) – Colonial Downs Group, a division of Peninsula Pacific Entertainment, is pleased to share the extremely positive results of the first thoroughbred racing season in six years at the New … [Read more...] about Colonial Downs Announces 2019 15-Day Meet Results
NTT IndyCar Series Returns to Richmond Raceway “Under the Lights” on Saturday, June 27, 2020
Richmond Raceway and INDYCAR announce a multi-year deal for the NTT IndyCar Series to return to America’s Premier Short Track. For the first time in 11 years, the NTT IndyCar Series will race at Richmond “under the lights” on Saturday, June 27, 2020. Richmond will host a festival headlined by the NTT IndyCar Series, welcoming fans to engage in a speed-themed weekend event on … [Read more...] about NTT IndyCar Series Returns to Richmond Raceway “Under the Lights” on Saturday, June 27, 2020
44 Local Tourism Programs Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Growth
~ Program will generate more than $3.8 million in marketing initiatives and impact more than 182 statewide tourism entities~ RICHMOND - Governor Ralph Northam today announced more than $965,000 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 44 local tourism initiatives as part of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) Marketing Leverage Program (MLP). The MLP grants are … [Read more...] about 44 Local Tourism Programs Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Growth
