Richmond Main Street Initiative proudly sponsors community events and programs throughout the year. These events and programs are designed to help us realize our vision of a Historic Downtown Richmond that is a safe, vibrant, thriving destination for arts, entertainment, businesses, and residents with an easily accessible transit center.
Arts & Events:
Downtown Richmond’s heritage is rich in history, commerce, the arts, and culture. The arts are a critical component of our mission to revitalize Downtown. Richmond Main Street partners with local visual and performing artists, the City of Richmond, and community partners to continue Downtown’s rich arts and culture legacy and promote the district. Our annual Celebrate Downtown series–Music on the Main summer concert series, and Spirit & Soul Festival–and Downtown Holiday Festival bring Downtown to life with spectacular performances, family activities, great food, and good vibes. In partnership with the Richmond Arts and Culture Commission, our Art In Windows program activates spaces and enriches the neighborhood.
Economic Development:
Business ownership can be the key to financial independence and small businesses are the backbone to a healthy local economy. Richmond Main Street offers a variety of business services designed to provide guidance to entrepreneurs and established businesses, and proudly partners with many local agencies to provide additional business resources. We work collaboratively with business and property owners to attract and retain merchants within the Downtown district. Our Youth Development initiative creates opportunities for Richmond teens and young adults to gain work-place readiness skills and gain valuable hands-on experience.
Spirit and Soul Festival 2025
Music on The Main 2025
Grow Your Business with AI – Learning Seminar with Steven Khuong
The Grow Your Business with AI seminar hosted by The Richmond Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Richmond Main Street, offering attendees practical insights into how artificial intelligence can support business growth and efficiency. Participants had the opportunity to network and connect with local entrepreneurs following the presentation.
Steven Khuong, a technology industry leader featured in Forbes, CNN, and The New York Times, led the session. He provided real-world examples and shared strategies for implementing AI tools to enhance operations, improve decision-making, and increase business performance.
Small Business Week 2025
Small Business Week in Richmond: Celebrating Local Entrepreneurs
The City of Richmond’s Economic Development Department hosted Small Business Week from May 5–10, 2025, highlighting the vital role that local entrepreneurs play in strengthening the city’s economy. Throughout the week, a series of events brought together business owners, community partners, and local leaders to exchange ideas and foster collaboration. On May 6, Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI) partnered with the City’s Economic Development Department and the Richmond Chamber of Commerce to focus on downtown businesses. Together, they hosted a Small Business Forum at the RMSI office—an engaging session designed to better understand the challenges small business owners face, share insights, and explore strategies to support business growth and sustainability in the Richmond community.
Downtown Richmond Walking Tour 2025
Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI), in partnership with the City of Richmond’s Economic Development Department, launched the new Downtown Richmond Walking Tour on May 8th during Richmond’s 2025 Small Business Week. The tour highlights the history, culture, and development potential of the city’s urban core, offering participants a closer look at the historic downtown and opportunities for growth. RMSI and the City engage community members, visitors, and partners in envisioning a vibrant, accessible, and economically resilient downtown. To schedule a walking tour with RMSI, please email director@richmondmainstreet.com
Small Business Appreciation Day 2024
We heard from great speakers, learned wonderful things like: new strategies to help our businesses thrive, get access to funding, branding, resources available, networking and made new friends along the way. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!
You weren’t able to participate? Stay tuned for future opportunities!
Holiday Festival 2024
Each December, Richmond Main Street Initiative partners with The East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, to host a free, festive Downtown Holiday Celebration for local youth and families. The event features two performances of The Nutcracker by EBCPA’s talented musicians and artists, showcasing the creativity and skill of Richmond’s performing arts community.
Children receive holiday gift bags from RMSI filled with toys, books, snacks, socks, and other treats. Families enjoy a photo booth offering printed and digital memories, along with visits from Santa and other holiday entertainment.
For more than 15 years, RMSI and EBCPA have presented this vibrant community tradition, bringing families together to celebrate the season with art, joy, and connection in Downtown Richmond.
CONTACT US
Richmond Main Street Initiative, Inc.
Address: 1600 Nevin Plaza, Richmond, Ca 94801
Phone: (510) 236-4049
Email: director@richmondmainstreet.com