Richmond Hosts 21st Annual Zombie Walk in Carytown
The citys long-running costumed procession drew crowds to Cary Street this weekend.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Civic
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Richmond residents gathered in Byrd Park for the 21st annual Zombie Walk on Saturday. Participants displayed elaborate costumes before marching through the city in the holiday tradition.
Why it matters
The event serves as a long-standing community tradition in Richmond, drawing costumed enthusiasts to local streets for a public display of performance and creativity.
The event marks the 21st annual installment of the Richmond Zombie Walk. Participants were eligible for awards in specific categories including Most Disgusting and Best Zombie Kid.
The details
The event kicked off in Byrd Park, where participants gathered before embarking on a scheduled march through the Carytown district. Observers lined the route as costumed marchers moved down Cary Street.
Timeline
October 24, 2026: The 21st annual Richmond Zombie Walk took place.
1 p.m.: Participants gathered in Byrd Park to initiate the event.
2:30 p.m.: The costumed march moved down Cary Street.
Industry Dynamics
This year's march continues the annual precedent set by the 2025 Richmond Zombie Walk. The event remains a prominent fixture in local culture, mirroring broader city-wide seasonal traditions that leverage costumed processions to foster community engagement.
The march through Cary Street necessitated temporary pedestrian traffic and affected typical movement patterns within the Carytown district for the duration of the event. Local residents and visitors were able to view the procession at no cost as it moved through the public corridor.
The takeaway
Events like the Richmond Zombie Walk demonstrate the longevity of local traditions built around community participation and creative expression. Residents interested in future parades can look to municipal calendars for updates on upcoming seasonal public processions.
Further reading
For more on community gatherings, visit the Richmond Civic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 8News.
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