The fun kicks in to high gear when you land at Richmond International Airport! Get ready for more than 30 performing groups gracing seven stages at the inaugural Richmond Folk Festival, a sister festival of the National Folk Festival previously held in Richmond. Sample cultural dishes, enjoy deep-rooted folk music (including blues, gospel, Celtic, jazz, bluegrass, Cajun, mariachi, zydeco and more!), shop the Folk Arts Marketplace, and learn a thing or two from artists’ demonstrations.

Melt at the embrace of The Jefferson Hotel's plush bathrobes and divinely plush beds. The best part? You get three nights of this luxury! Have dinner on us in historic Shockoe Slip and then have lunch each day at the festival, too. If you decide to see more of what Richmond has to offer, hop in your rental car and use your attraction guest passes at more than 30 locations. This is an action-packed vacation you will not soon forget. Enter now!

1. Two (2) tickets to the Richmond Folk Festival, October 10-12, 2008 in Richmond, including two (2) VIP Richmond Loves Folk Backstage Passes and on-site food vouchers for each day of the event.
2. Three (3) nights’ complimentary lodging for two (2) in a Deluxe Room at The Jefferson Hotel, honoree of the prestigious Mobil Five Star award and the AAA Five Diamond award. Amenities include evening turn-down service and plush bathrobes.
3. Dinner for two (2) at The Hard Shell, a favorite Richmond seafood restaurant located in historic Shockoe Slip. The Hard Shell features fresh, local seafood, an extensive raw menu, filet mignon, prime rib, baby back ribs and vegetarian dishes.
4. Two (2) Historic Richmond Region Attractions Guest Passes that provide free admission to more than 30 Richmond area attractions and museums.
5. Two (2) economy airline tickets (airline selected by Virginia Tourism Corporation) from the winner’s nearest major airport to Richmond International Airport.
6. A rental car for three (3) days use. The driver must be at least 25 years of age.