The best things to do in Petersburg

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Pamplin Historical Park

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Pamplin Historical Park makes this week feel like time travel with living history, the Tudor Hall Plantation, battlefield walking trails,…

6125 Boydton Plank Rd

“Pamplin Historical Park makes this week feel like time travel with living history, the Tudor Hall Plantation, battlefield walking trails, and immersive soldier experiences. Explore stories of civilians and the enslaved, then head home feeling smarter than your group chat.”

From the Petersburg newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Victory Theater & Event Center

Entertainment

Victory Theater & Event Center has polished event halls, a chandeliered banquet room, and auditorium-style spaces, all newly renovated with…

7903 Midlothian Turnpike (Richmond) · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Victory Theater & Event Center has polished event halls, a chandeliered banquet room, and auditorium-style spaces, all newly renovated with state-of-the-art sound, lighting, stages, and an optional LED wall.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Hotel Greene

Entertainment

Hotel featuring imaginative mini-golf and a bar, plus cocktails and brunch.

508 E Franklin St (Richmond)

“Hotel featuring imaginative mini-golf and a bar, plus cocktails and brunch.”

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Providence Golf Club

Entertainment

Public golf club with a driving range, water hazards, and a clubhouse serving cheeseburgers.

1160 S Providence Rd (Richmond)

“Public golf club with a driving range, water hazards, and a clubhouse serving cheeseburgers.”

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Beacon Theatre

Entertainment

Intimate concert venue featuring up-close views of performers, a balcony, and a bar.

401 N Main St (Hopewell)

“Intimate concert venue featuring up-close views of performers, a balcony, and a bar.”

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Meadowbrook Country Club

Entertainment

Member-only country club offering golf, tennis, aquatics, and fitness facilities, plus dining.

3700 Cogbill Rd (Richmond)

“Member-only country club offering golf, tennis, aquatics, and fitness facilities, plus dining.”

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