2026 Central Virginia Apprenticeship Graduation 6/26 CV

by Jessica Gillette | Mar 10, 2026

2026 CENTRAL VIRGINIA APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATION CEREMONY
Friday, June 26, 2026  |  Dominion Energy Center, Richmond, VA  |  4:30PM – 9:30PM
Celebrate the hard work and success of our newest professionals at one of Richmond’s most historic and beautiful landmarks! We are proud to announce that this year’s Apprenticeship Graduation will be held at the stunning Dominion Energy Center. Originally opened in 1928 as a Spanish-style masterpiece, the historic Carpenter Theatre provides the perfect backdrop to honor the dedication and craft of our graduates.

Please note: business casual attire required. No work clothing or boots.

If you would prefer to email or mail your registration form, click here to download form

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Your sponsorship is vital to making this graduation a success. By partnering with us, you are helping to celebrate your Graduate in style at the historic Dominion Energy Center. Choose the level that best fits your commitment to our new craft professionals.

DIAMOND $1,700 
• The Marquee Treatment: Your name and logo displayed on the lighted marquee outside the building for all of downtown Richmond to see!
• Stage Presence: Logo featured on the stage backdrop and a personal note to your apprentices appearing on the scrolling screen on stage.
• Permanent Recognition: Your name and logo on the back of the graduation plaques.
• Maximum Visibility: Name and logo on all marketing materials, the website, hallway displays, and prominent signage in the front lobby, logo and name on lighted marquee outside of building, and personal note to your apprentices appearing on scrolling screen onstage

PLATINUM $1,500 
• The Marquee Treatment: Your name and logo displayed on the lighted marquee outside the building for all of downtown Richmond to see!
• Plaque Recognition: Your name and logo featured on the back of the graduate plaques
• Venue-Wide Branding: Name and logo displayed on the stage backdrop, in the hallways, and on all marketing materials
• Digital Presence: name and logo on our website

GOLD $1,100
• Stage & Web: Your name and logo featured on the stage backdrop and the official website
• Plaque Recognition: Your name and logo featured on the back of the graduate plaques
• Venue-Wide Branding: Name and logo displayed on the stage backdrop, in the hallways, and on all marketing materials
• Digital Presence: name and logo on our website

SILVER $800
• Stage & Web: Your name and logo featured on the stage backdrop and the official website
• Tabletop Honors: Your branding featured on tabletop signage
• Marketing: Inclusion in event marketing materials

BRONZE $550
• Essential Branding: Your name and logo on the website and all marketing materials
• Tabletop Honors: Your branding featured on tabletop signage at the event

GRADUATION TICKET
$85 per attendee
Includes admission, ceremony, food and entertainment

SPONSORS – THANK YOU!          
                                               

LOCATION
The Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center
600 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219

Why This Venue?
Our graduates have spent years mastering their trades, so it is only fitting to celebrate them in a place known for its own incredible craftsmanship. Designed by architect John Eberson, the theater is famous for its “atmospheric” design. As we hand out certificates, you’ll be seated under a famous faux sky ceiling featuring twinkling stars and moving clouds, designed to make you feel like you are in a grand Spanish courtyard. It is a space that honors history while looking toward the future—just like our graduates.

Join us for an evening of celebration, community, and achievement!

Questions?
Contact Sherrie Dickerson