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About Kanawha Plaza

Kanawha Plaza is a 3-acre outdoor public plaza perched above the Downtown Expressway at 8th and Canal Streets in downtown Richmond. This flexible outdoor venue features a main stage and expansive lawn, making it a popular setting for seasonal concerts and city events. With no fixed seating chart, chairs are sometimes restricted for certain performances, but the space remains a welcoming place to enjoy live music, festivals, and community gatherings. The main entrance sits near 8th and Canal Streets, guiding attendees from downtown into an open-air experience.

Whether you’re planning a casual evening under the RVA sky or coordinating a larger city event, Kanawha Plaza offers a central, accessible location with strong transit links and nearby accommodations. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining options to help you secure your plans with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and size: Kanawha Plaza, a 3-acre public plaza in downtown Richmond, atop a deck bridging the Downtown Expressway, at 8th and Canal Streets (city sources list 8th & Canal; common listing also notes 801 E Canal St).
  • Venue type and seating: Outdoor event venue with a stage and lawn; there is no fixed seating chart and chairs are typically restricted for some concerts (e.g., LiVE LOUD) with a main entrance near 8th and Canal Streets.
  • Parking: Public parking nearby, including the Riverside/Marketplace area; a common reference is the RMA deck at 901 East Canal Street as a nearby parking option.
  • Transit: Downtown transit access via GRTC; a downtown transfer station opened in 2023 near 8th/Clay to consolidate bus service.
  • Nearby hotels: Several hotels within walking distance, including Delta Hotels Richmond Downtown (555 E Canal Street), Homewood Suites, The Commonwealth, Omni Richmond, and The Berkeley.
  • Notable events: Seasonal and city events such as Fridays at Sunset concerts, Downtown Illumination RVA, and LiVE LOUD concerts hosted at Kanawha Plaza.