Weekend Event Picks: InLight, Richmond Marathon, Cider Celebration & more

InLight 2016 in Scott’s Addition

The streets of Scott’s Addition will come alive with a variety of light-based art and performances Friday night. It’s all part of InLight, an annual event that invites artists to take over a particular neighborhood, attracting audiences to unique areas of Richmond. The event will feature performances, sculpture, video, and interactive projects that will illuminate pathways, walls, sidewalks, green spaces, trees, benches, building facades, and more, in Scott’s Addition. InLight 2016 will kick off with the Community Lantern Parade.

When: Friday, 11th; 7:00 – midnight | Where: Locations throughout Scott’s Addition | Cost: FREE | More info: Event article

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The Rink at West Broad Village

A new ice rink is opening for the holidays. Located in Short Pump at West Broad Village. Now in its second season, the grand opening of this rink will take place tonight, November 11th and it will remain open nightly throughout the winter. No skates? No problem. The venue has you covered with hundreds of rental pairs. A little unsteady on your feet? Lessons are available, too!

When: Beginning Friday, November 11th; 3:00 – 7:00 PM | Where: West Broad Village shopping center in Short Pump | Cost: $10 for adults; $8 for kids under 10; $4 to rent skates| More info: Facility website

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Anthem Richmond Marathon

Look, I’m just gonna be honest with you–none of us here at RVAHub have ever come close to completing a marathon. But good on you, those of you who are pounding out 26.2 miles tomorrow (or even 8K). For the rest of us (because hey, it’s too late to sign up now) there’s plenty to see and do and ways to get in on the action without actually running. Richard Hayes has a great roundup of all the spots to get in on the party, along with a slew of other great information that will come in handy when navigating through (or around) the event. Good luck, runners!

When: Saturday, November 12th; mid-morning through early afternoon | Where: View course maps here | Cost: FREE to enter; pay as you go | More info: Check out our complete event guide

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Richmond Cider Celebration

Hard Cider has been experiencing a renaissance in the area over the years. The week of November 11-20th is Cider Week. To kick off the week of cidery goodness, some of the area’s best cider makers are throwing a party. All your favorite cider friends will be there, ready to share their heady nectar. Enjoy tastings, demos, and interactive workshops with your admission.

When: Saturday, November 12th; 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Where: 17th Street Farmers Market in Shockoe Bottom | Cost: $25 (includes tastings, glass, and wine tote) | More info: Purchase tickets online

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Hops In The Park

What do you get when you take a living history museum on the bluffs of the James River, 21 Virginia craft breweries, meaderies, and cideries, a Virginia Grown Farmers Market, food vendors and live music? You get Hops in the Park, a one-of-a-kind harvest festival in Chesterfield that celebrates the farmers, the manufacturers and the consumers of food and drink made in and from the soils and waters of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Expect lots of craft beer, live music, food trucks, and plenty of other activities.

When: Saturday, November 12th; noon – 6:00 PM | Where: Henricus Historical Park in Chesterfield | Cost: FREE to enter; pay as you go ($2 for a 4 ounce tasting; $6 for a 12 ounce pour); VIP packages available | More info: Event website