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SUMMARY:Network & Chill: The Virginia Black Expo Welcome Experience
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the 6th Annual Virginia Black Expo weekend in style!\n\nStay for the Expo! Make it a weekend experience by arriving Friday and joining us for the official kickoff before the Expo opens Saturday morning.\n\nJoin us for Network & Chill\, the official Friday night welcome experience for the 6th Annual Virginia Black Expo. Whether you're an entrepreneur\, professional\, exhibitor\, sponsor\, or simply looking for a great night out\, this is where Expo weekend begins.\n\nEnjoy an evening of great music\, meaningful connections\, and unforgettable vibes before the Expo opens on Saturday.\n\nFeaturing\nSpecial Guest: Free Marie\nMusic by: DJ Akademiks\nNetworking with business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, creators\, and community members from across Virginia and beyond.\nEvent Details\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\n7:00 PM – 11:00 PM\n\nCourtyard & Residence Inn Richmond Downtown\n1320 East Cary Street\nRichmond\, VA 23219\n\nYour Evening Includes\nLive music by DJ Akademiks\nSpecial appearance by Free Marie\nNetworking and social experience\nDinner\nCash bar\nOfficial kickoff to Virginia Black Expo Weekend\nWhether you're attending the Expo\, exhibiting\, sponsoring\, or simply looking for a memorable Friday night in Richmond\, Network & Chill is the perfect way to start the weekend.\n\nArrive early. Connect early. Experience more.\n\nOptional Dress Code\nDress to Impress | Chic • Stylish • Upscale Casual
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Kick off the 6th Annual Virginia Black Expo weekend in style!\n\nStay for the Expo! Make it a weekend experience by arriving Friday and joining us for the official kickoff before the Expo opens Saturday morning.\n\nJoin us for Network & Chill\, the official Friday night welcome experience for the 6th Annual Virginia Black Expo. Whether you're an entrepreneur\, professional\, exhibitor\, sponsor\, or simply looking for a great night out\, this is where Expo weekend begins.\n\nEnjoy an evening of great music\, meaningful connections\, and unforgettable vibes before the Expo opens on Saturday.\n\nFeaturing\nSpecial Guest: Free Marie\nMusic by: DJ Akademiks\nNetworking with business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, creators\, and community members from across Virginia and beyond.\nEvent Details\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\n7:00 PM – 11:00 PM\n\nCourtyard & Residence Inn Richmond Downtown\n1320 East Cary Street\nRichmond\, VA 23219\n\nYour Evening Includes\nLive music by DJ Akademiks\nSpecial appearance by Free Marie\nNetworking and social experience\nDinner\nCash bar\nOfficial kickoff to Virginia Black Expo Weekend\nWhether you're attending the Expo\, exhibiting\, sponsoring\, or simply looking for a memorable Friday night in Richmond\, Network & Chill is the perfect way to start the weekend.\n\nArrive early. Connect early. Experience more.\n\nOptional Dress Code\nDress to Impress | Chic • Stylish • Upscale Casual
LOCATION:1320 East Cary Street Richmond 23219
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URL:https://virginiablackbusinessdirectory.growthzoneapp.com/events/Details/network-chill-the-virginia-black-expo-welcome-experience-1874885?sourceTypeId=Hub
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