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Virginia's Royal Welcome
 ~The Event at Capitol Square

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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Governor Timothy M. Kaine has announced Virginia’s Royal Welcome at Capitol Square, a free, public event on May 3 that will feature great views of Her Majesty’s visit to the Capitol and live musical performances by Virginia artists.

Virginia's Royal Welcome will be a tribute to the state's musical heritage with authentic bluegrass, gospel, jazz and blues music. Legendary musician Dr. Ralph Stanley as well as Jane Powell, Robbin Thompson and the Richmond Boys Choir, No Speed Limit and others are scheduled to perform. It will be a show for all ages and offer something for everyone. Click here for the complete list of performances.

Virginia’s Royal Welcome is free and open to the public. Tickets are not needed for the event. Capitol grounds will open at 11:00 a.m. with musical performances from 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. The public entrance and security screening point will be on Ninth Street. It is recommended that anyone hoping to see The Queen’s walkabout should arrive by 2:00 p.m. People may bring blankets, picnic lunches, cameras and binoculars to the event. Lawn chairs, alcoholic beverages, umbrellas and pets are prohibited. more details

To help make Virginia’s Royal Welcome on Capitol Square even more accessible to the public, GRTC has announced a free, public shuttle service between the downtown Richmond area and two Park-N-Ride facilities. The shuttle will run from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with pick up locations at the University of Richmond Stadium and Cloverleaf Mall. Shuttle questions should be directed to GRTC at 804-358-GRTC(4782).

Find out more about the celebration at Capitol Square below: