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The Experience, Richmond: Main Street Initiative Saturday Festival

The Experience:

Spirit + Soul Festival jazzes up downtown Richmond!

Don’t miss the 17th anniversary of the Richmond Spirit and Soul Festival Saturday, August 29th from 12 – 5pm in Downtown Richmond.

WHEN: Saturday, August 29, 1-5pm

WHERE: MacDonald Ave @ Harbour Way (13th St) in Downtown Richmond

WHAT: Richmond’s Main Street Initiative presents their 17th annual Spirit & Soul Festival!

The Spirit & Soul festival activates downtown Richmond with fun activities and music for everybody.

The Spirit & Soul Festival in its 17th year, is a free, community-centered cultural event that has become a tradition in Downtown Richmond. On Saturday August 29th, 12 pm – 5 pm the festival activates 6 blocks on Macdonald Avenue, transforming the street into a vibrant space for arts, culture, wellness, and community connection. As part of the festivities they will have Live Performances, a Classic Car Show, Health and Resource Hub, a buzzing Kid’s Zone, and Games, Food and Beverage Pavilion, Artisan and Craft Vendors.

Highlights:

Ms. Buttah & the Buttahluv Band are ready to take you on a musical journey back in time to when Rhythm & Blues was first born, right out of the Swing Era to the Funk Soulful Sounds of the 70’s.

Andre Thierry will Play some of your favorite Soul Music on Accordion.

Plus: There is usually Dancing on Main Street!

Where:

1600 Nevin Plaza
Richmond

http://www.richmondmainstreet.org

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The Experience, Richmond: Pt Richmond Concert at the Point

The Experience: 

Pt Richmond Music August Summer Concert!

Don’t miss the fun Friday August 14, 5:30-7:45pm with CBD the Band and Those Darn Accordians

When: Friday, August 14, 5:30–7:45 PM
Where: Park Place between West Richmond and Washington Avenues, Richmond, CA 94801
Music:

  • 5:30pm – CBD with Russell, Kaplan, Patrick + Smith.  A talented lineup of seasoned musicians bringing an eclectic mix of grooves, musicianship, and feel-good sounds to kick off the evening
  • 6:45pm – Those Darn Accordions
    Beloved crowd favorites known for their wildly entertaining, accordion-driven rock and humor, guaranteed to get you smiling, dancing, and maybe even singing along!

Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, and dancing shoes for an evening of great music and community to celebrate PRM’s 25th Anniversary!

  • Beverage Bar – East Brother beers, Windchaser wines, and freshly mixed margaritas. In addition to our wonderful local restaurants
  • Food – Pickles and Smoke BBQ and Mr. Dim Sum will be on site all evening plus all our local restaurants will welcome you
  • Kids –  custom face-painting designs by Donna Now.
  • Bonus fun –  Thanks to our friends at Valhella77, a Bay Area artist-owned skate brand and PRM sponsor, attendees will have a chance to win a custom skateboard and Vahella77 swag during the evening. Stop by the Point Richmond Music information booth to learn how to enter the free opportunity drawing!
  • Parking – Please note that parking downtown is very limited. Carpooling, public transportation, biking or walking is highly recommended. Pam DeWitt, Point Richmond Music, wants to alert the business community that that there will be street closures for both Park Place and Washington Avenue from 2 PM until 9 PM. Please move your cars and let your guests know not to park in the triangle.

The folks at PRM can’t wait to see you!

Point Richmond Music

Point Richmond Music (PRM) provides free outdoor summer concerts as a way to build community through the unifying language of music. The all-volunteer committee shares a vision of celebrating diversity and promoting the arts.

PRM is made possible by the support of their sponsors, donors, and volunteers. Special thanks to our 2026 sponsors: City of Richmond • Gateway Foundation • Hurlbut Benevolent Foundation • Mechanics Bank • Republic Services • Valhella77 • Point Richmond Neighborhood Council • M.A. Hays Insurance • Atchison Village Credit Union • East Brother Beer. Learn more, donate, or volunteer at www.pointrichmondmusic.org.

Where:

Park Place at Washington St
Downtown Pt Richmond

https://pointrichmondmusic.org/

By |2026-08-13T13:05:52-07:00August 13th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Richmond: El Agave Azul Lunch

The Experience:

Lunch plans, anyone?

You can take your co-workers or friends to lunch Monday through Friday from 11am to 2 pm with plenty of options for every craving. Here are a few ideas for lunch. Many more available.

For some lighter fare, Half Orders are available and served with rice and beans:

  • Soft Taco or Crispy Taco
  • Enchilada
  • Quesadilla – Choose from Steak, Al Pastor, Chicken, or Carnitas.

Also available: Caesar Salad or Agave Salad – Add chicken, steak or shrimp for a little extra.

You can order Burritos, Giant Tacos or Chicken Tortilla Soup. Featured here is their Sopa de Elote that fans rave about.

Stop by for a traditional Mexican lunch in Richmond. Agave Azul  makes sure everything is served fresh and full of flavor

Don’t forget – Happy Hour is 3:30-6pm, M-F. Dive into some taquitos and that classic margarita that you always crave. They can’t wait to see you!

Agave Azul Hours: Mon – Thurs 11am-9pm; Fri 11am-10:30pm; Sat 10am-10:30pm; Sun 9am-9pm.  510-307-5749.

Where:

12955 San Pablo Ave
Richmond, CA 94804

https://agaveazulca.com/

By |2026-08-06T10:22:33-07:00August 6th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Richmond: El Agave Azul Margaritas

The Experience:

Summer calls for Margaritas!

After a day of sailing, hiking  or biking, find your happy place in a warm and cozy Mexican Restaurant with all your Jalisco-inspired favorite traditional dishes. El Agave Azul also offers  you  many choices of Margaritas.

  • OG Margaritas: The Classic Margarita- tequila, Cointreau or triple sec, and fresh lime juice, salted rim.
  • Cadillac Margaritas: Traditional and Purple Cadillac (features a Chambord float) served with a mini-Grand Marnier bottle. (featured here).
  • Fruity & Specialty Flavors: Mango, Strawberry, Watermelon, Cucumber, and Mangonada.
  • Margarita Flights: A sampler flight featuring watermelon, cucumber, mango, and strawberry

Or you may want to  try one of their flights of Tequila.

  • Blanco Flight
  • Añejo Flight
  • Reposado Flight
  • Artesanal Flight
  • Cristalino Flight
  • El Agave Azul Grand Flight 

Plus, you can catch the World Cup Finals on Sunday at El Agave Azul and enjoy game-day drink specials. Sip on $5 draft beers, $8 micheladas, $9 margaritas, or share a $30 beer bucket with friends. Great drinks, authentic Mexican food, and the perfect atmosphere.

Agave Azul Hours: Mon – Thurs 11am-9pm; Fri 11am-10:30pm; Sat 10am-10:30pm; Sun 9am-9pm.  510-307-5749.

Where:

12955 San Pablo Ave
Richmond, CA 94804

https://agaveazulca.com/

By |2026-07-16T08:05:43-07:00July 16th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Richmond: Kaleidoscope Coffee & Wine

The Experience:

Indulge in your favorite breakfast treat!

The moment you walk into this café, you will feel at home. The name, the cozy vibe, the community energy. It’s more than just great coffee.

They have created a space where everyone feels welcome—a second home filled with laughter, warmth, and conversation. Coffee is roasted with care—sustainably, ethically, and with heart. They host art, music, and stories that celebrate the vibrant mix of their community. Their food includes pastries,  avocado toasts, sandwiches and salads.

Their signature espresso blend, Flare & Flutter, brings together vibrant Ethiopian beans with rich, chocolatey Guatemalan coffee. Try their Gibraltar/Cortado – A silky double shot of espresso softened with a splash of steamed milk, served in its namesake glass.

Kaleidoscope is more than a café. It’s a destination for community gatherings:

  • Mondays 6:30-8:30pm –  Karen’s Kaleidoscope Comedy show featuring Karen Buchannan and stand-up comedians from all over the Bay Area.
  • Thursdays 5-6:30pm – Open Mic Night – Music and Spoken Word.
  • Sundays 4-6:30pm – Game Night for the whole family. Play games or bring your own and meet your neighbors.

Be sure to say hi to  Venki, owner of Kaleidoscope Coffee. He can’t wait to see you.  510-260-0848

Where:

109 Park Pl

Point Richmond

http://kaleidoscopecoffee.com

By |2026-07-09T11:06:50-07:00July 9th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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