Love Lenore & Nevermore

A Gothic Valentine’s Market

A little romance. A little darkness. A market for the beautifully unusual.

Not every Valentine’s story needs roses and chocolates. Some are better told through dark poetry, beautiful books, mysterious treasures, and a little bit of the macabre.

Welcome to Love Lenore & Nevermore, a gothic-inspired Valentine’s market bringing together book lovers, artists, bakers, makers, and seekers of the unusual for an afternoon of dark romance and creative discovery.

Step into a world where gothic charm meets Valentine’s Day. Browse books and meet authors, indulge in sweet treats, discover striking artwork, explore curious oddities, and find one-of-a-kind gifts that are anything but ordinary.

Whether you’re shopping for someone special, treating yourself, searching for your next favorite read, or simply drawn to the darker side of romance, there’s something waiting to catch your eye.

DISCOVER SOMETHING WORTH FALLING FOR

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Explore books, discover independent authors, and find your next captivating read. From dark romance and gothic fiction to stories that stay with you long after the final page.

SWEETS & TREATS

Satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious treats and tempting creations. Because even the darkest hearts deserve something sweet.

ART & CREATIONS

Discover original artwork, handmade pieces, and creative treasures from talented independent artists and makers.

ODDITIES & CURIOSITIES

For those who appreciate the unusual, the mysterious, and the wonderfully strange. Find distinctive pieces you won’t see in an ordinary shopping trip.

VALENTINE’S GIFTS

Skip the predictable gifts and find something with personality. Discover thoughtful, unconventional treasures for your sweetheart, your friends, or yourself.

A VALENTINE’S MARKET WITH A DARKER HEART

Love Lenore & Nevermore is for the romantics, the bookworms, the alternative souls, and anyone who finds beauty in things a little outside the ordinary.

Come with your sweetheart. Bring your friends. Make an afternoon of discovering local creators, supporting independent businesses, and finding something that speaks to you.

You don’t have to be goth to enjoy the darkness. You just have to appreciate a little romance with a twist.

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, February 6, 2027
1 PM – 5 PM

Basic City Beer Co.
212 W 6th St
Richmond, VA 23224

FREE ADMISSION

No tickets required to attend.

A LITTLE ROMANCE. A LITTLE DARKNESS.

Come find something worth falling for.