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🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵 Join Us in Celebrating 65 Years of Friendship!The City of Richmond invites the community to celebrate the 65th Ann...
08/14/2026

🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵 Join Us in Celebrating 65 Years of Friendship!

The City of Richmond invites the community to celebrate the 65th Anniversary of the Richmond–Shimada Sister City relationship and welcome the Mayor and delegation from our sister city, Shimada, Japan!

Come meet our special guests and enjoy an evening of food, live music, performances, and community celebration in Downtown Richmond. 🎶🍴🎉

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 The Lot: Downtown Richmond Food Court
Corner of Macdonald Avenue & Marina Way

Bring your family and friends and join us as we celebrate 65 years of friendship between Richmond and Shimada! 🇺🇸❤️🇯🇵

📚 RECAP: The Lot Vendor Training & Re-TrainingOn August 6, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Developm...
08/14/2026

📚 RECAP: The Lot Vendor Training & Re-Training

On August 6, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division, in partnership with the Richmond Certified Farmers Market, led and facilitated a Vendor Training & Re-Training at The Lot: Downtown Richmond Food Court.

The training provided vendors with important information and guidance on business licensing, food safety, waste management, program requirements, and available business resources to support their continued success at The Lot.

🌱 Join Us for the Inaugural Sustainable Richmond Expo 2026! 🌎Discover innovative green solutions, connect with Richmond ...
08/14/2026

🌱 Join Us for the Inaugural Sustainable Richmond Expo 2026! 🌎

Discover innovative green solutions, connect with Richmond businesses, sustainability leaders, and community organizations, and learn about the work helping build a more sustainable Richmond.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Richmond City Council Chambers
🎟️ FREE Admission – Everyone is Welcome!

Come explore, connect, and celebrate sustainability and innovation in Richmond! 🌿♻️

🌉 RECAP: 2026 Bay Area Mega MixerOn July 30, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division, ...
08/14/2026

🌉 RECAP: 2026 Bay Area Mega Mixer

On July 30, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division, alongside the Richmond Chamber of Commerce and the Mayor’s Office, represented Richmond at the 2026 Bay Area Mega Mixer.

The team promoted Richmond as one of the Bay Area’s most connected cities—a major transportation hub offering a strategic and affordable location for businesses and access to a diverse, skilled workforce.

The event was a great opportunity to connect with businesses and regional partners and showcase why Richmond is a great place to do business and invest! 🤝🏙️

🤝 RECAP: Contra Costa Business Collaborative ForumOn July 23, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Devel...
08/14/2026

🤝 RECAP: Contra Costa Business Collaborative Forum

On July 23, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division participated in the Contra Costa Business Collaborative Forum at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill.

The forum provided an opportunity to learn about a proposed countywide small business support network, explore potential funding and partnership opportunities, and identify ways to strengthen technical assistance and resources for Richmond businesses through regional collaboration.

🔬 RECAP: Business Development Visits UC Berkeley Richmond Field StationOn July 15, 2026, the City of Richmond Economic D...
08/14/2026

🔬 RECAP: Business Development Visits UC Berkeley Richmond Field Station

On July 15, 2026, the City of Richmond Economic Development Department – Business Development Division toured the UC Berkeley Richmond Field Station to explore opportunities for startups, research organizations, and innovation-focused businesses.

The visit included discussions on available space, potential partnerships, and opportunities to attract innovative businesses and future investment to Richmond while continuing to strengthen the City’s growing innovation ecosystem.

Berkeley

🎉 Join Us for the 17th Annual Spirit & Soul Festival!Come celebrate Richmond’s vibrant culture and community spirit on S...
08/14/2026

🎉 Join Us for the 17th Annual Spirit & Soul Festival!

Come celebrate Richmond’s vibrant culture and community spirit on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Downtown Richmond!

🎶 Live Music
🚗 Classic Car Show
🍴 Local Food
🛍️ Artisan Vendors
🎨 Family & Youth Activities
🤝 Community Resources

Bring your family and friends and enjoy this FREE community celebration in the heart of Downtown Richmond!

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Downtown Richmond

📍 RECAP: 3rd Quarterly Meeting with the 23rd Street Merchants AssociationOn July 16, the City of Richmond Economic Devel...
08/14/2026

📍 RECAP: 3rd Quarterly Meeting with the 23rd Street Merchants Association

On July 16, the City of Richmond Economic Development Department – Business Division facilitated the 3rd Quarterly Meeting with the 23rd Street Merchants Association.

The meeting brought together local merchants and City staff to discuss business resources, public safety, enforcement updates, upcoming initiatives, and opportunities for continued collaboration to support businesses and strengthen the 23rd Street commercial corridor.

🤝 Exploring Partnership Opportunities with ESO VenturesOn July 13, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business ...
08/14/2026

🤝 Exploring Partnership Opportunities with ESO Ventures

On July 13, the City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division met with Wesley Alexander, Head of Economic Development Partnerships at ESO Ventures, at the Port Office to explore potential partnership opportunities.

The discussion focused on expanding resources and support for Richmond entrepreneurs and small businesses, strengthening the City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, and identifying opportunities to advance local economic development initiatives.

RECAP: 🎶 Music on the Main – Part 2!The City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division supported ...
08/14/2026

RECAP: 🎶 Music on the Main – Part 2!

The City of Richmond Economic Development – Business Development Division supported Richmond Main Street Initiative’s Music on the Main – Part 2 on July 9, 2026, at The Lot: Downtown Richmond Food Court.

In addition to helping coordinate the event, staff connected with attendees, shared City resources, and promoted programs and services available to Richmond businesses and residents.

Another great evening of music, community, and local businesses in Downtown Richmond! 🎵🏙️

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1322 Canal Boulevard
Richmond, CA
94804

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 8:30am - 5pm

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