Name: The Culture Is Couture Expo
Start: 2026-11-06
End: 2026-11-08

Shockoe Bottom Clay Studios and Gallery is a 'working gallery'. The gallery is located in the heart of Shockoe Bottom. The 100-year old hardware building stood vacant for more than two decades. After two years of renovation it now stands as brand new studio spaces and a gallery. There are nine ceramic studios so visitors can see both functional and sculpture ceramics in the making. In addition the gallery features the work of over 30 local area ceramic artists. We welocome visitors.

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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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The Culture Is Couture Expo is where Black culture, fashion, beauty, creativity and commerce take center stage. For one day only, Main Street Station becomes the place to shop, connect and tap into the people, brands and ideas shaping the most influential cultures in the world. From emerging designers and beauty founders to established entrepreneurs, artists and creators, this is where culture shows up in real life.  
  
Explore more than 50 curated vendors, catch fashion runway presentations and beauty and hair showcases, hear honest conversations from industry leaders in our panels and Learning Labs, discover interactive creator activations and art experiences, network with fellow creatives and professionals, and fuel up with local food and drinks throughout the day. Add in live entertainment, special guests and sets from some of the hottest DJs in the region, and you've got an atmosphere that feels as good as it looks.

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