Name: A Christmas Story: The Musical
Start: 2026-11-27
End: 2026-11-29

Richmond’s Altria Theater is located to the west of downtown Richmond, across from historic Monroe Park. The City of Richmond-owned theater is nestled in the middle of the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University and it now plays host to a variety of events including Broadway productions, The Richmond Forum, concerts, comedians, children’s theater, lectures, school commencements and fashion shows. The City purchased the Mosque from the Shriners in 1940 and a 1994-95 renovation restored its splendor. One of the best known and most striking buildings in Richmond, the Altria also ranks among the City’s most popular stages for theatrical and musical performances. Some of America’s greatest entertainers have appeared on stage beneath its towering minarets and desert murals. Known for its excellent acoustics, the Altria now offers seating for 3,565.

Altria Theater

The Museum of Virginia Catholic History exhibits illustrating the history of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond are located in the Baptistery Gallery and Crypt at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Guided tours of the Cathedral and exhibits are offered by appointment. Please call (804) 359-5651 for more information.

Museum of Virginia Catholic History

Healthy lunch and dinner spot featuring Mediterranean dishes with gluten-free and vegetarian options

Pita Pit

A VCU mainstay, this tiny eatery packs the house with art students and professionals alike. From a delicious selection of breakfast foods to a enormous variety of beer, 821 Café has it all!. Ask your server about our delicious home cooked specials, desserts, and beverage selection featuring our famous mimosas and tight beer selection!

821 Bakery Café

Brave Captain

Welcome to Capriccios Italian Restaurant. We are proud to bring authentic Italian cuisine and New York-style pizza to Richmond, VA.

Capriccio Pizza-Downtown

Tableside Trompo (the big stick of meat) is available, plus tequila flights served out of a small airplane, at least one cocktail served in a mini bathtub — complete with tiny rubber ducky — and build-your-own ice cream sundaes out of a mini ice cream cart. There are more than a dozen taco options, served up in threes. Also on the menu, burritos, quesadillas, fajitas and other traditional entrees.

Tito’s Taqueria & Bar and La Fe Cafe

The menu eschews the trendy Southern inspired flavors for the garlic and olive oil-laden flavors of the Mediterranean.

Dinamo

Serving a wide variety of food and beverages as the night goes on we turn into one of RVA’s premier nightlife spot, whatever your in the mood for Therapy’s got your fix!

Therapy

Amazing selection (70 flavors strong) of bubble tea. Light fare in laid-back setting.

TT Lounge

Classic college takeout and dine-in eatery for 25 years. Try the Piccola special pizzas, calzones and one of the best steak-and-cheese subs around. Pasta sauces include carbonara and pomodoro.

Piccola Italy Pizza and Sub

The Egyptian Building is a historic college building in Richmond, Virginia, completed in 1845. It was the first permanent home of the Medical Department of Hampden-Sydney College (later renamed the Medical College of Virginia, MCV) and now is a part of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Egyptian Building

We’re a community of runners, hikers, bikers and ballplayers. We’re an outdoor playground, designed by Mother Nature, with class III and IV rapids running right through our downtown. A 52-mile bike trail runs along the James. The Richmond Marathon and Ukrop’s 10k are huge celebrations, and the whole region comes out to cheer on our local teams. In fact, we’re so sports-minded that the Washington Redskins have their training camp right in the center of the city. Add to that awesome hotels, beautiful venues, attractions, art, craft beer, more than 900 restaurants and a convenient location, and you’ve got a top choice for your next sports event. Welcome to RVA!

From indoor to outdoor facilities, the Richmond region has the fields, pitches, diamonds, venues and the dedicated staff to ensure your event is a huge success. 



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A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle (“You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”). An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Chock-full of delightful songs and splashy production numbers, A Christmas Story, The Musical, has proudly taken its place as a perennial holiday classic for the whole family.

A Christmas Story: The Musical

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