We knew Richmond was a great party town. Now, it’s official.
A new TV comedy travel series called “101 Places to Party Before You Die” will feature Richmond as one of the titular places on an upcoming episode July 28.
The truTV unscripted travel series follows comedians and friends Adam Pally (known for his work in “Happy Endings” and “The Mindy Project”) and Jon Gabrus (from the Netflix film “Game Over, Man!”) on three-day weekend escapes from their families in cities across the United States.
The synopsis for the Richmond episode is: “Where else can you get a smash burger, ride in a tuktuk, & find spiritual LPs? Turns out it’s Richmond, Virginia.”
On the show, Pally describes Richmond as “the Brooklyn of the South.” And Gabrus says it’s the Austin of the East.
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The show’s premise is to “step off the beaten path,” where “the guys champion the authenticities of each stop and share with viewers their love of the unexplored,” according to the news release.
Adam Pally and Jon Gabrus visits Richmond in truTV’s “101 Places to Party Before You Die.”
In Richmond, the guys visited the following spots, businesses and eateries:
- RVATukTuk
- Hollywood Cemetery
- The Poe Museum
- The Jasper
- The Veil Brewing Co.
- Cobra Burger
- ZZQ — Texas Craft Barbeque
- Peak Experiences Rock Climbing Center
- Hotel Greene
- Black Lodge
- Rest in Pieces
- Lucy Lane
- Big Herm’s Kitchen
- Barky’s Spiritual Store
- Can Can Brasserie
- Alewife
Other places to “party before you die” featured on the show include Maui, Hawaii; Moab, Utah; Miami; Portland, Ore.; Atlanta; and Denver.
- The series is inspired by the book “101 Places to Get Fcked Up Before You Die: The Ultimate Travel Guide to Partying Around the World” from Matador Network and Hollan Publishing Inc.
The series debuted Thursday at 10:30 p.m. on cable channel truTV. The Richmond episode will air July 28.
Top five weekend events: Hanover Tomato Festival, Richmond Shakespeare Festival & Steve-O
Hanover Tomato Festival
Friday and Saturday
The annual Hanover Tomato Festival features the county’s signature tomatoes, other fresh local produce and handcraft and artisan vendors. On Friday, guests can enjoy an obstacle race and dance to live music. On Saturday, a tomato-eating contest kicks off the day, along with a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts and other family-friendly games. 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 8996 Pole Green Lane. Free entry; pay as you go. https://hanovertomatofestival.com/
Richmond Shakespeare Festival
Thursday-Sunday
Picnic while enjoying performances of “She Stoops to Conquer” at the Richmond Shakespeare Festival. The comedic play by Oliver Goldsmith follows the story of two men in pursuit of brides while pranks are being played on them. 7:30 (gates open at 6 p.m.) to 10 p.m. Agecroft Hall’s back lawn, 4305 Sulgrave Road. $15 to $25. Through July 31. www.agecrofthall.org/richmondshakespeare
Steve-O
Sunday
“Jackass” star, comedian and daredevil Steve-O will stop in Richmond on his “The Bucket List” tour, in which he will present his craziest stunts yet with a multimedia show paired with live standup comedy. 18 and older. 7 p.m. Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St. $35 to $100. www.dominionenergycenter.com/events/detail/steve-o
Black Pride RVA 2022 Block Party
Saturday
Celebrate inclusivity and pride at the Black Pride RVA 2022 Block Party. The family-friendly party will have a DJ and food trucks. 7 to 11 p.m. Diversity Richmond, Altamont Avenue and West Marshall Street. Admission is free. www.eventbrite.com/e/black-pride-rva-2022-block-party-tickets-337400101787
Steely Dan
Friday
The jazz rock group Steely Dan will perform at the Altria Theater on its “Earth After Hours” tour. The Dave Stryker Trio will open the show. 8 p.m. 6 N. Laurel St. $55 to $156. www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/steely-dan