Black Iris · Richmond, Virginia
For those who
show up for us.
A place to unwind, connect, and celebrate. Black Iris welcomes Richmond-area firefighters, EMS professionals, and law enforcement to our art-filled social club.
Register for membership ↗Plan a celebration ↗First-responder membership: $75 per month. No initiation fee.
Celebrate service. Celebrate your people.
Milestones deserve
a memorable gathering.
From a retirement send-off to a crew celebration, bring colleagues, friends, and family together in Richmond’s Arts District. Special event rates are available for first responders—ask us about a plan for your date, guest count, and budget.
Retirement parties
Honor a career of service with stories, toasts, and time together. Explore food, bar, and room arrangements for a send-off that feels personal.
Promotions & milestones
Celebrate a promotion, academy graduation, service anniversary, or an award with the people who helped make it happen.
Crew & holiday gatherings
Get the team together for a holiday party, appreciation evening, or an off-duty reunion. Tell us what works around your schedules.
Your off-duty place
Art on the walls.
Space to connect.
Enjoy art, conversation, lounge spaces, and a welcoming Richmond community. First responders can join for $75 per month with no initiation fee. The registration site currently displays standard membership pricing. Contact our team before paying so we can arrange your $75 first-responder rate and waive the initiation fee.
Start registration ↗Questions about membership or a tour? Contact our team.
Catering, your way
Make it a spread.
Keep it simple with crowd-pleasing bites or make food a centerpiece with a generous grazing display. Choose from Black Iris catering options and build a menu around your guests and budget.
Mac & cheese bites
A new addition to the menu, ready to join your cocktail-hour spread.
Steak & cheese egg rolls
Another new option for a savory, shareable party menu.
Grazing boards & tables
Classic boards, elevated displays, and full grazing tables with cured meats, cheeses, fruit, and accompaniments.
BBQ sliders
Choose BBQ chicken or pulled pork for a casual team gathering or holiday reception.
Flatbread favorites
From classic cheese and pepperoni to butter chicken, pickle, and pastrami.
A sweet finish
Cookie trays, plus coffee and hot chocolate bar options to round out your celebration.
Selections are examples from our catering menu. Availability, dietary accommodations, and final pricing are confirmed during planning.
Start with what matters to you
Special event rates.
A celebration that fits.
Special rates are available for first-responder events. Share your occasion and budget, and we’ll explore space, food, and drink options. Event rates are quoted separately from the $75 monthly membership offer.
Pick a date
Send your preferred date and an alternate. Include your approximate start time and guest count.
Tell us your priorities
A lively party, a relaxed reception, or a team gathering? Share your budget and what would make the event a success.
Build your plan
We’ll follow up about availability and options, then work with you on the details.
Step inside Black Iris
Take a look around.
Let’s get your people together
Plan an event with us.
Tell us your department or organization, occasion, preferred date, and guest count below. For a club tour or membership questions, contact Jeff Palumbo at (734) 652-1846 or jeff@blackiris.club. For event inquiries, email events@blackiris.club.
This is an inquiry, not a reservation. Your date is confirmed only after booking arrangements are completed.