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Plan Ahead: 20+ January 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.
December 30, 2025 03:30 PM
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Richmond Ivy kick off 2025 season on May 10
Witness Richmond Ivy’s season opener, bringing pre-professional women’s soccer back to the River City for a second year.
May 6, 2025
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River City Roller Derby: Let the good times roll
Get up to speed on derby basics and River City Roller Derby’s inclusive community outlook.
April 29, 2025
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⚾ 10 Flying Squirrels games we’re excited for
There’s something about a hot dog, a sunset + an RVA baseball game that makes life worth livin’.
April 1, 2025
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🏀 VCU Rams + UR Spiders join the NCAA Tournament
Root for these RVA teams heading to the “Big Dance.”
March 17, 2025
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Richmond Flying Squirrels announce Star-Spangled Squirrel Fest in July
The local Double A-affiliate team is hosting an Independence Day celebration with music, games, and fireworks.
February 26, 2025
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Mitch Hooper
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Enroll the kid in your life to these Richmond summer camps
Whether they love to be outdoors, learn, or flex those creative muscles — the kids will give the stamp of approval to this camp list.
February 25, 2025
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Happy hauling: Thrift shops, flea markets, vintage + resale stores in RVA
See where you can shop secondhand for clothes, household items, and personalized gifts at thrift shops and resale markets around the 804.
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How to ride Amtrak in Richmond, VA
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also a method of leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
December 2, 2025
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Virginia Gray Fox Project documents thousands of trail-cam cuties
As the Virginia Gray Fox Project prepares to enter its final field season, we picked our top 10 trail-cam moments.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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