The Cultural Current

Terms of Submission – Events
1. Eligibility
Submissions must be relevant to Richmond, VA or the surrounding region.
We prioritize events that align with our coverage areas:
Arts & culture (performances, exhibitions, festivals)
Community events
Educational, civic, and cultural programming
Both free and ticketed events are eligible.
2. Submission Requirements

To be considered for publication, all event submissions must include:

Event title
Date and time
Location (venue name + address)
Event description (100–200 words preferred)
Organizer name
Ticket information or registration link (if applicable)
Contact email or phone number
At least one high-quality image (landscape preferred)

Incomplete submissions may not be reviewed.

3. Deadlines
Standard submissions: At least 7–10 days in advance
Major events or festivals: 2–4 weeks in advance
Late submissions may not be guaranteed placement
4. Editorial Discretion
Submission does not guarantee publication
Events are selected based on:
Relevance to our audience
Cultural impact
Community significance
Editorial balance across coverage areas
We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length, and style
5. Content Guidelines
Descriptions should be factual and free of promotional exaggeration
Avoid excessive capitalization, emojis, or marketing language
Events must be open to the public (or clearly state restrictions)
6. Images & Media
By submitting images, you confirm you have the right to share and publish them
We may crop or adjust images to fit layout needs
Credit will be included when provided
7. Sponsored & Featured Listings
Priority placement or extended coverage may be available through paid partnerships
Sponsored content will always be clearly labeled
8. Updates & Changes
Organizers are responsible for notifying us of:
Time changes
Cancellations
Venue updates
We are not responsible for outdated information if changes are not communicated
9. Submission Method
Submit via:
Online form (preferred), or
Email to editorial inbox with subject line: “Event Submission – [Event Name]”
10. Rights & Usage
By submitting, you grant permission for:
Publication across digital platforms
Inclusion in newsletters and social media
Content may be archived and remain accessible after the event date