World Oddities Richmond

3-15-25 & 3-16-25

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The Event is LIVE! Tickets are still available online and at the door. WOE Labs, exhibits, & specific performances vary by location may be unavailable at this time.

About the Event

The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. We feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all!

Shop our showroom floor packed with peculiar pleasures and treasures from artists and small businesses. You’ll find everything in the Lost Curio Marketplace from taxidermy, insects, macabre art, jewelry, home decor, and more!

Visit our Oddity Ink Parlour, partnered with the infamous Villain Arts, bringing you talented tattoo artists from all over the land for tattoos on-site! Sign up for a hands-on workshop at WOE Labs! Learn something new from professionals in the field, regardless of your skill level. Listen to guest speakers at WOE Theater showcase their vast knowledge on a variety of interesting topics! Watch and indulge in mind-blowing Live Entertainment! Enjoy music performances, live painting, burlesque, and more!

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Location

Greater Richmond Convention Center
403 N 3rd St
Richmond, VA 23219

Directions

Show Hours

SATURDAY:  11:00 AM – 7:00 PM*
*VIP early access starts at 10:00 AM

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Ticket Types

General Admission Tickets – $20: Our not so general admission ticket includes access to our show floor where you will find all of
our vendors, our stage filled with a variety of amazing performers varying from city to city and our WOE Theater that features guest presenters and unique speakers.*

VIP: Exclusive Early Access – $25: VIP admission is for patrons that want to hit the show floor an hour early! Want to snag those
special gifts and unique wares before the crowd? This is the ticket for you.*

* = Accompanying children 12 and under free admission. Tickets are Non Refundable. Access to the show floor including vendors, ambient/interactive entertainment, and main stage performances.

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Come one, come all and see The De•Formed Exhibit at World Oddities Expo! Witness REAL ethically sourced, animal anomalies! Feast your eye(s) on these naturally occurring anatomical wonders!

🧠✨ Science meets magic at this traveling exhibit you HAVE to see to believe! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience at WOE! 🔎🫵

General Admission and De•Formed Exhibit Bundle ($25)All of the perks of our general admission ticket including access to our huge vendor show floor, world-class performers, and our guest presenters, as well as a ticket to a unique walkthrough exhibit featuring real congenital anomalies! 

VIP Admission and De•Formed Exhibit Bundle ($30)Gain access to the event an hour before doors open! You’ll have a chance to peruse our huge vendor show floor before the crowds, as well as a ticket to a unique walkthrough exhibit featuring real congenital anomalies!

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Butterfly Pinning Class (+$125): A must try for all insect lovers! This class will teach you all the steps to pinning a butterfly! You’ll learn the basics then mount your butterfly in a beautiful shadow box! This is a fun and easy class and you’ll leave with a new skill for life! All supplies included! 

Diorama Terrarium Workshop (+$40): Create your own diorama terrarium in this workshop! Curate a beautiful and peculiar miniature cloche dome with your choice of dried flowers, insects, bones and more! All supplies included!

Owl Pellet Dissection Class (+$20): Dissect owl pellets and meticulously curate to reveal the remains of their casualties! A menagerie of bones, fur, feather, and more await your discovery! All supplies included!

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Detail Page for Directions and Parking.

Parking Information – GRCC Parking Deck

Located at the corner of 3rd & Marshall Streets. This deck is directly connected to the GRCC via the 3rd level. 

  • GPS Address : 351 N. Third St., Richmond, VA 23219 

Rates

  • $8.00 per entry 
  • $26.00 for overnight parking (permit required) 

New Updates – Fall 2024:

The Greater Richmond Convention Center is excited to introduce our new automated parking deck system, designed to make parking easier and more efficient for all guests. This state-of-the-art system offers a seamless experience with automated ticketing and contactless payment options, streamlining the parking process from arrival to departure. With improved traffic flow and enhanced accessibility features, this upgrade ensures that visitors can access the convention center conveniently and efficiently, enhancing every visit to GRCC.

Deck Features

  • Convenient and secure automated ticketing and contactless payment options for a seamless parking experience
  • Six levels with 401 spaces, including 10 handicapped-accessible spaces 
  • Two elevators and stairs on both east and west sides 
  • Maximum vehicle height: 7’ 8” on Level 2; 6’ 7” on Levels above 
  • No backing into stalls; front-in parking only 

Driving Directions 

  • From I-95 North: Take exit #74C for Medical College of Virginia. Follow signs for Broad Street/State Capitol/Coliseum. Continue west on Broad Street, turn right onto 3rd Street. The parking deck will be on your right. 
  • From I-95 South/I-64 East: Take exit #75 for 3rd Street. Continue straight, crossing over Marshall Street, and the parking deck will be on your left. 
  • From I-64 West (Airport): Take exit #190 for 5th Street, turn right onto Jackson Street, then left onto 3rd Street. After crossing Marshall Street, the parking deck will be on your left. 

 

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Exhibit Hall Dock: At the corner of 3rd and Leigh Streets. 

  • GPS Address: 303 E. Leigh St., Richmond, VA 23219 

 

Ballroom Dock: Located next to the GRCC Parking Deck on 3rd Street, down the alleyway. 

  • GPS Address: 351 N. Third St., Richmond, VA 23219 

 

 Additional Parking Options 

For your convenience, numerous parking options are available near the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Aside from our attached on-site GRCC Parking Deck, you can find additional parking facilities close by, including: 

  • Marriott Parking Deck: Also attached to GRCC, the Marriott Parking Deck entrance can be found at 500 East Broad Street. Rates are posted at the entry, and vary depending on the visit duration.  
  • 4th and Broad Streets Surface Lot: Offers easy access and is just a brief walk from the convention center, ideal for short visits. 
  • 7th and Marshall Streets Deck: A covered parking facility that provides ample space for those attending longer events or requiring extended parking. 
  • 100 East Marshall Street Lot: Situated close to the convention center, this lot offers quick access and is ideal for day visitors. 
  • 107 East Marshall Street Lot: Just steps away from the main entrance, this lot provides convenient and accessible parking options for all guests. 
  • 5th and Marshall Garage: A multi-level parking structure that ensures ample space, security, and ease of access to the convention center. 
  • North 5th Street Lot: Located slightly further, this lot is perfect for those looking for a quieter, less congested parking option. 
  • 4th and Jackson Street Lot: Offers a large number of spaces, suitable for events with higher attendance, ensuring everyone finds a spot. 
  • City Center Parking Lot at 90 E Grace Street: Centrally located, this lot serves as a prime choice for visitors looking to explore downtown Richmond as well as attend events at the convention center. 
  • 115 N Foushee Street Lot: A convenient option for those coming from the west side of the city, providing easy access and quick entry to the convention center. 

Each of these locations is equipped to meet your parking needs, ensuring a smooth and stress-free start to your visit. In addition to these metered parking options, non-metered parking is available on 1st Street, 2nd Street, Clay Street, and Marshall Street, as well as throughout Jackson Ward. These areas are excellent for visitors looking for free parking options within a convenient walking distance of the convention center.  

Unsure of where to go or want to look around the center where WOE will be? Explore the Greater Richmond Conference Center’s virtual tour now.

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