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LGBTQ History of Carytown Walking Tour

  • Byrd Theatre 2908 West Cary Street Richmond, VA, 23221 United States (map)

Join us for a special Pay-What-You-Will tour of Carytown!

Explore the history of Richmond’s “mile of style” on this walking tour of the Carytown neighborhood. In addition to being a vibrant business district, Carytown is beloved for the businesses, people and places that have supported Richmond’s LGBTQ+ community from the 1970’s to the present.

Advanced tickets are required. Tickets are non-refundable.
Valentine walking tours are typically between 1-2 miles in length. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water.


Accessibility: People of all abilities are encouraged to join us. If we can do anything to accommodate your needs, please let us know in advance by emailing tours@thevalentine.org.
Tours are held rain or shine. However, in extreme weather, a tour may be cancelled. Notifications about tour status and cancellation will be sent to registrants via email. You can also call 804-649-0711 x 301 to verify a tour will take place.
The Valentine’s walking tours are supported in part through a generous partnership with Richmond Region Tourism.

Presented By: The Valentine

  • Dates: April 30, 2026

  • Location: Byrd Theatre

  • Address: 2908 West Cary Street

  • Phone: (804) 649-0711

  • Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

  • Price: Pay-What-You-Will