Name: Richmond Vampire Ball
Start: 2026-11-13
End: 2026-11-13

This park has three lighted and four non-lighted multipurpose fields, picnic shelter, 1/2 mile walking trail, playground and fishing pond with floating dock. This park hosts Hanover's annual Taylor's Pirate FishingFUN event (first Saturday in June).

Courthouse Park

When you walk into our restaurant, you will be transported to a nautical oasis with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you are stopping in for a business lunch, family dinner, date night, or a night out with friends, you’ve come to a perfect stop. Delicious home-style seafood with generous portions is what you can expect with every meal. We’re cooking up crab, crawfish, calamari, and lobster in the kitchen, made fresh daily. Not into shellfish? Try our Po’Boys, Cajun Wings, Hush Puppies, and other delicious menu options.

Crab du Jour

At Hanover Tavern Restaurant & Pub, we are proud to boast a premiere dining experience combined with a high level of cultural and educational value. We offer seasonal menus under the creative direction of our Executive Chef, Mary Catherine Ortolani. Join us for lunch, dinner, Saturday or Sunday brunch, or for Dinner & A Show.

Hanover Tavern

Since the 18th century, Hanover Tavern has served as a public gathering place offering food and hospitality for travelers. On the National Register of Historic Places, the Tavern was the home to Patrick Henry and was frequently visited by Revolutionary armies and Civil War troops. It is a stop on the Civil War Trails and the Road to Revolution (Patrick Henry) trail. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, Coach House, smokehouse, and self-guided audio tour. The Tavern offers a full service restaurant and pub and is also the Hanover home for Virginia Repertory Theatre. Visit the website for family programs, events, entertainment, tours, and menus as well as a list of theatrical performances. Hanover Tavern is a 200+ year-old building providing a unique setting for drama productions and musical concerts. There is a 155 seat theater and a separate multi-purpose Coach House building as well as smaller, more intimate rooms. Full service restaurant and pub.

Located just 20 minutes north of Richmond, Hanover Tavern features heartwarming comedies and small musicals in an intimate setting. The southern style cooking and idyllic pastoral setting at the historic Hanover Tavern make for a perfect dinner and theatre experience.

Virginia Repertory Theatre at Hanover Tavern

Chinese dishes served in an elegant setting.

Peking-Chester

Mexican food and a friendly smile, featuring daily specials.

Don Pepe in Chester

Hanover's newest park opened in May 2020. The nature trail is 2/3 of mile with benches, and two observation platforms to view the lake.

Lake Hanover Natural Trail

We are a fun friendly place to enjoy great food and great friends.Dart boards and pool tables available. Chow down on your favorite sports grille food - hot wings, potato skins, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, salads, entrees and specials for the kids!

I Don't Know Sports Grille

Visit the historic 18th century Hanover Courthouse where Patrick Henry argued the famous Parson's Cause case in 1763. In continuous use since its construction in the early 1740's the courthouse has survived damage from both the American Revolution and the Civil War. Used for trials until the 1970's today it is the site of ceremonial county occasions, meetings and weddings. Working with the county and the Hanover Tavern the Hanover County Historical Society provides tours by appointment.

Hanover Courthouse

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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Creatures of the night descend upon Richmond for a bloody good time as the annual Richmond Vampire Ball returns on the most fitting night imaginable — Friday the 13th!  
  
On November 13th, don your fangs, gather your coven, and enter the historic Hofheimer Building for an immersive night of dark music, dancing, performances, themed drinks, vendors, photo opportunities, and vampiric revelry.  
  
Hosted by After Dark RVA, the Vampire Ball transforms 2nd Floor of the historic Hofheimer Building in Scott’s Addition into a gathering place for vampires, goths, creatures of the night, and anyone drawn to the darker side of Richmond.  
  
Throughout the night, expect live performances by Dollz Entertainment, roaming photographers, vampiric themed drink specials, vendors, and plenty of places to capture your undead transformation. Those wanting to add a little more blood can visit DC Creators Body Art Collective booth for vampiric makeup, including fresh vampire bites, slit throats and other gruesome enhancements.  
  
Two creatures of the night will be crowned the evening’s Vampire King & Queen during the Best Dressed Contest — and at midnight, the dance floor takes center stage for the Midnight Vamp Dance-Off.  
  
Charity Food Drive (benefits FeedMore.org): Richmond's annual Vampire Ball will once again host a Charity Canned Food Drive & Prize Raffle benefiting Feed More. Every 2 canned food items donated earns 1 raffle ticket, so the more you bring, the more chances you'll have to win donated prizes while helping feed people throughout the Richmond community.  
  
There is a special Vampire Happy Hour from 7-8 pm with Main Doors open at 8:00pm. The Richmond Vampire Ball is a 21+ event and a valid ID and ticket are required for entry.  
  
For more info. please visit www.AfterDarkRVA.com

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