Virginia Manufacturing Gala

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All aboard for a night of elegance, innovation, and celebration as we set course for destinations unknown! Join the Virginia Manufacturers Association at the iconic Science Museum of Virginia—formerly Richmond’s historic Broad Street Station—for the Virginia Manufacturing Gala, a black tie, plated dinner experience like no other.

This year’s theme, Full Steam Ahead, pays tribute to the museum’s legacy as a bustling passenger train station and celebrates the powerful momentum driving Virginia’s manufacturing industry forward.

The evening begins with a glamorous cocktail reception, followed by a plated dinner and program that will honor the incredible achievements of manufacturers across the Commonwealth. We’ll proudly unveil the winners of the Virginia Manufacturing Cup's Coolest Things Made in Virginia, with the journey culminating in the exciting announcement of this year’s Best in Show.

After the final award is given, the celebration continues with an unforgettable after party featuring Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos—a high-energy, request-driven, sing-along showdown. It’s part concert, part comedy, all party—and 100% on track for nonstop fun.

Since our founding members first convened in 1922, the VMA has proudly stood as the only statewide association in Virginia exclusively dedicated to manufacturers and their allies. This year’s gala celebrates over a century of leadership, progress, and partnership, with a nod to the future as we continue to power the industry, full steam ahead!

Let’s celebrate our legacy, our progress, and the tracks we're laying for the future of manufacturing in Virginia.

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Kimberly Noonan.

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