Note: This article was first published at Examiner.com in February 2016. Busch Gardens has announced a new wooden roller coaster, which will make its appearance at the park in 2017. It will become the park’s eighth coaster as well as its first wooden coaster. It will also be the world’s first “crowdsourced” coaster. Busch Gardens […]
Richmond named on list of ‘Where to travel for food in 2016’ by National Geographic
09/16/2016 by
Note: This article was originally published at Examiner.com in April 2016. National Geographic recently shared its picks of destinations to “travel to for food in 2016.” Among international and food-centric destinations such as Sydney, Australia; New Orleans, Louisiana; Sicily, Italy and Belfast, Ireland, our very own Richmond, Virginia made the list. According to the article, chefs […]
Kings Dominion to Expand Planet Snoopy and Offer Pre-K Pass in 2017
08/29/2016 by
Everyone’s favorite beagle is getting an even bigger playground come 2017. Kings Dominion recently announced plans to expand the popular kids’ area, bringing the ride total to 20 in the 14-acre area. The new Planet Snoopy additions will include three family rides, a new event space and upgraded food and beverage locations. There is also […]
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2015: Asia and The French Quarter
08/17/2016 by
The third annual Food and Wine Festival is well underway at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The event runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 22 through June 28, 2015. Park guests can take in the shows, rides and family fun of the Most Beautiful Theme Park in the World while sampling flavors from around the world. […]
National Roller Coaster Day 2016: Busch Gardens Williamsburg
08/15/2016 by
National Roller Coaster Day is Tuesday, August 16, 2016. That seems like as good a reason as any to talk about some of the cool coasters at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The park currently has six world-class coasters, and each one provides a unique and thrilling experience. Tempesto Busch Gardens’ newest roller coaster features three launch […]
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2016: Hawaii and Virginia
08/13/2016 by
The wildly popular Food & Wine Festival has returned to Busch Gardens for its fourth season. The event takes place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 27 through June 26, 2016. In addition to delicious food, desserts and beverages from around the world, park guests can enjoy live music, themed decorations and culinary demonstrations […]
Melanie Martinez brings ‘Cry Baby’ Tour to The National in Richmond, Virginia
08/08/2016 by
Pop/Indie/Alternative singer and songwriter Melanie Martinez is bringing her popular ‘Cry Baby’ Tour to Richmond’s historic National theater (708 E. Broad Street) on September 21, 2016. Melanie Martinez’s distinctive sound, creative songwriting and viral videos have garnered her a firm spot at the top of the charts as well as created a dedicated following. Martinez’s […]
The Richmond Jazz Festival returns to town August 11-14, 2016
08/01/2016 by
The East Coast’s premier jazz music event, the Richmond Jazz Festival, returns for its seventh year on August 11 – 14, 2016. Events and performances will take place at several Richmond locations, with the main event being held at Maymont on Saturday and Sunday. Thousands of music lovers from across the country will travel to […]
All For One: New Nighttime show at Busch Gardens
07/21/2016 by
Busch Gardens Williamsburg has taken swashbuckling action and adventure to a new level. All For One, which debuted on Friday, July 1, 2016, delivers a thrilling new take on the classic tale of Alexandre Dumas’ “The Three Musketeers” as well as brings the excitement of a major nighttime show back to the Williamsburg theme park. […]
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream 2016: Step Right up to the Big Top
07/19/2016 by
It’s the most wonderful time of year … for those who enjoy having the stuffing scared out of them. Teasers and trailers are starting to pop up with news about Halloween haunted houses, mazes and attractions for the upcoming season. Every year, theme parks and scare attractions around the country try to up their games […]
Interview: Chase Rice talks gigs, Garth and giving it his all
07/16/2016 by
Chase Rice talks gigs, Garth and giving it his all.
