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Events

Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Richmond

Bookmark this page to your favorites tab so you can quickly return and find the top events happening each month in Richmond.

March 27, 2026 06:00 PM

Elise Steele

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Culture

See how “Virginia is for Music Lovers” at the Black History Museum

The new exhibit explores the legacy of Black music in Virginia

June 10, 2024

Robin Schwartzkopf

Culture

Hunt for mushrooms around Richmond during this worldwide art event

Several local artists are participating in the international Game of Shrooms on June 8

June 4, 2024

Robin Schwartzkopf

Play

Your guide to River City summer events

Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer in Richmond.

May 30, 2024

Staff

Culture

Fantasia, Ludacris to play at Richmond Jazz and Music Festival at Maymont

The festival returns August 9-11 and will feature Wyclef, Monica, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, and Andra Day.

May 23, 2024

Robin Schwartzkopf

A caregiver and two children interacting with an exhibit in the Children's Museum of Richmond lobby.

Sponsored

Celebrate the season with history, hands-on fun, and holiday cheer

Sponsored by Virginia Museum of History & Culture

The inside of The Smoky Mug's new location, populated by customers and workers; Wicker light shades hand from the cieling and a colorful mural covers one of the back walls.

Business

Our RICtoday Small Business Saturday shopping picks

The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add some local flair to your holiday shopping.

November 25, 2025

Elise Steele

City

Weird Virginia laws you might not know about

Have you committed one of these strangely specific crimes? Take a look at some weird Virginia laws you might not have known were on the books.

November 20, 2025

Elise Steele

A student stands in front of a piece of art by Kehinde Wiley, a portrait of Alicia Keys.

Culture

Alicia Keys + Swizz Beatz join local students for “Giants” pep rally

The VMFA hosted 15 Richmond-area schools (and two very special guests) for the premiere of the new “Giants” collection.

November 19, 2025

Elise Steele

A vendor table at Studio Two Three's Winter Market with pottery placed on shelves.

Culture

Holiday markets, bazaars, and craft shows in Richmond

Here’s your guide to stocking up on seasonal goods from local artisans and traveling markets.

November 18, 2025

Robin Schwartzkopf

Renderings of solar panels in the middle of a meadow area with colorful wildflowers.

City

From landfill to meadow: City of Richmond seeks feedback on solar farm project

Share your feedback on the the East End Solar Meadow Project at three upcoming community meetings.

November 13, 2025

Elise Steele

A mural on the sides of a multi-level parking garage depicting a bicyclist in orange, red, and light blue/green colors.

City

Richmonders share their beginner-friendly bike advice

From trails and safety tips to bike shops and accessories — RVA locals tell you what’s good.

November 12, 2025

Elise Steele

Events

Vintage Postcard + Paper Show returns to Richmond this weekend

The Old Dominion Postcard Club is hosting its 47th annual show at Keystone Truck + Tractor Museum, Nov 14-15.

November 10, 2025

Robin Schwartzkopf

City

Local news, powered by readers like you

Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.

November 10, 2025

Staff

Three people, in a restaurant kitchen, wearing matching white button-ups and hats with "Pizzeria Delores" decals; A person in the foreground takes a photo on a phone.

Food

Hot ‘n ready: Zorch eyes upgrades + Pizzeria Delores plants roots

Two local pizza businesses announced big plans this week.

November 6, 2025

Elise Steele