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Posted on Sep 25, 2025

Rain or Shine: E.U. Ft. Sugar Bear to Headline Final “Music at Main Street Station” Concert September 25

Distributed September 23, 2025

~ If it rains, we’ll take the music inside the historic train station, bring you lawn chairs ~

 

RICHMOND, VA – The final Main Street Station concert of the season is scheduled for this Thursday, September 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Main Street Station, 1500 East Main Street. The concert will feature the legendary go-go band E.U. ft. Sugar Bear – and it’s happening rain or shine!

 

In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors inside the historic Main Street Station.

 

As always, admission is free, and all guests are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs for seating, whether outside or inside.

 

Don’t miss the high-energy finale to the 2025 series, featuring one of the most iconic names in go-go music. 

For more information on the Department of Public Works, please visit us online at rva.gov/public-works or send an email to AskPublicWorks@rva.gov 

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Main Street Station (MSS) is owned and operated by the Department of Public Works. Built in 1901, the station is centrally located in the heart of the city and is a historic transportation hub offering a blend of modern amenities, historic charm and classic, stunning architectural design. It features a grand central atrium, intricate stonework, head house, train shed, outdoor space (and patio), and a distinctive clock tower creating a lasting impression of Richmond along the I-95 corridor. This historic venue offers a unique setting for both public and private events. It provides Virginia and the northeast corridor a unique world-class event space that includes 47,000 square feet enclosed in glass, providing breathtaking views of downtown Richmond. It’s a top venue for weddings and events, appearing on numerous “best of” listings. Main Street Station serves as a key point for both Amtrak and local commuter rail services. The station is a vital connection to the region’s transportation network which include partnerships with bus services, such as, GRTC Pulse Bus Rapid Transit, Greyhound and various Megabus services. It also offers bike paths connecting to the Virginia Capital Trail. Described as an “architectural gem” by the United States Postal Service, MSS was selected and featured on a postage stamp! 

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is one of only 195 currently accredited public works agencies in the United States. DPW’s portfolio comprises a wide array of services to include leaf collection; street, sidewalk and alley maintenance; trash collection; recycling; grass cutting; graffiti removal; parking enforcement; urban forestry; street signs; traffic signals and pavement markings and civil engineering. In addition, DPW maintains upkeep on most city buildings; issues permits for working in the city’s right-of-way; manages the RVA Bike Share program and maintains the fleet of city vehicles. DPW’s operating budget comes from the general fund of the City of Richmond.  For more information about DPW services, click here or call 3-1-1