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Plan Ahead: 25+ October events in Richmond

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

September 19, 2025 06:00 AM

Elise Steele

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Culture

A horror musical starring puppets is coming to Richmond

See “Cthulhu: The Musical!” at the Canal Club in July

May 13, 2024

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Culture

VMFA announces details for 2024 “Fine Arts and Flowers”

The four-day floral event will return to the art museum on October 23.

April 30, 2024

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Culture

See who’s performing at this summer’s Festival of Arts

The free series presented by the Dept. of Parks and Recreation includes concerts, performances, fireworks, and more at Dogwood Dell

April 23, 2024

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Culture

Richmond Choral Society’s Scholars Program now open to high school students around the region

High school juniors and seniors can learn from the pros and earn some cash in the process

April 22, 2024

David Lefkowitz

Culture

Look inside “Samurai Armor” at the VMFA

The extensive exhibition “Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller” is on display at the museum April 20-August 4.

April 17, 2024

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Help conserve water and lower your bills with a rainwater harvesting system in your backyard.

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Richmond Shakespeare Festival returns May 23

Join Richmond Shakespeare for its 26th season, showcasing “Cyrano De Bergerac,” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

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Mayo Island Park designs and timeline revealed

See what’s in store for Mayo Island’s new public park, a 15-acre project in the heart of Richmond.

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Activities for older adults in Richmond

From tai chi to college courses to candle-making, there’s plenty to do as an older adult in the River City.

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