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Events

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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Raise a toast to Richmond’s master of the macabre

The Poe Museum is celebrating the life and legacy of Richmond’s very own Edgar Allan Poe at his 215th birthday bash on Saturday, Jan. 20.

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Culture

Two exhibits coming soon to Iridian Gallery

Take in a new solo show as well as a series of inventive video games at Diversity Richmond

January 4, 2024

Robin Schwartzkopf

Culture

Gallery5 receives award from folk-rockers The Head and the Heart

Two members of nationally known band live in Richmond

December 14, 2023

David Lefkowitz

Culture

The Altria Theater’s history of classic concerts

Richmond’s iconic theater has seen legendary performers, turned swimming pools into storage, and still hosts memorable events.

December 12, 2023

David Lefkowitz

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Culture

Contents of iconic Cactus House up for auction

Buz and Chloe Pemberton have outfitted their Glen Allen home, the Saguaro Hill estate, as a Southwestern oasis for 40+ years.

November 6, 2023

Robin Schwartzkopf

Culture

Mark your calendar for these First Friday November events

The Arts District will be abuzz this Friday with community events — catch them this month before the seasons change.

November 1, 2023

Robin Schwartzkopf

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Spend an evening in conversation with an award-winning author

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Journey to the moon with real astronauts at Virginia Museum of History & Culture

VMHC presents “Apollo: When We Went to the Moon” with an exclusive program featuring two Virginia-born, Black astronauts.

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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day

Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.

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Culture

Rebuilding history: Skipwith-Roper Homecoming

Join the countdown for the 2026 grand opening of Skipwith-Roper Cottage, the once-relocated residence of Jackson Ward’s first known Black homeowner.

April 16, 2025

Elise Steele

A boardwalk leads over the wetlands of Tuckahoe Creek.

Parks and Recreation

Henrico proposes Tuckahoe Creek Park expansion

Following a land donation of 20+ acres, Henrico County introduced plans for a new boardwalk + more at Tuckahoe Creek Park.

April 15, 2025

Elise Steele

Live

Farmers markets in and around Richmond

See where to stock up on seasonal produce around the city, from year-round shopping to in-season markets.

April 14, 2025

Robin Schwartzkopf

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Culture

Experience VCUarts’ latest exhibition

Encounter the obscure + challenge the mundane at this boundary-pushing exhibit.

April 11, 2025

Elise Steele

Business

8 record stores in Richmond

Find your next favorite band or album at a local shop.

April 10, 2025

Elise Steele

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City

Seasonal tours are back in session with The Valentine

Stroll through Richmond’s rich history with The Valentine’s guided tours.

April 9, 2025

Elise Steele

Play

Hit the trails: Richmond hiking guide

Check out these 15+ hiking trails in and around Richmond for your next outdoor adventure.

April 8, 2025

Staff