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Kid-friendly activities in Richmond
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that the River City has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
January 16, 2026 12:00 PM
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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
Share your thoughts on the future Mayo Island Park
The city will host an open house and has a public survey to collect comments and questions about the upcoming public space
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Dive into Belle Isle’s past and present
Take a class to learn about the iconic island’s past and sign up to help keep it clean
October 15, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to see fall foliage around Richmond
Whether you want to walk outside to see the leaves, or are down for a day trip, we’ve got you covered with how to enjoy all the autumnal colors.
October 11, 2024
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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
Tree-t yourself at these 40+ events for Richmond Tree Week
The citywide celebration of all things urban forestry returns Oct. 11-20.
October 8, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
Free ways to exercise around Richmond
You don’t need to pay a membership fee to stay active around the River City
September 17, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
Run or walk your way to a PR at a race near Richmond
Get out on the roads and enjoy the fall weather at these races around the Richmond Region
September 9, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
City breaks ground on Fall Line Trail in Bryan Park
Richmond joins several localities in working towards 43-mile shared-use Fall Line Trail.
August 29, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Travel and Outdoors
3 routes for a scenic drive near Richmond
Take a relaxing drive down through the Richmond region.
August 14, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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City begins accessibility improvements on Canal Walk
Public Works crews aim to finish by spring 2025.
August 8, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Travel and Outdoors
See how you can help during this region-wide James River cleanup
The James River Advisory Council will host events in Richmond and surrounding counties for the annual James River Regional Cleanup.
August 7, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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