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Plan Ahead: 25+ November 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.
October 22, 2025 04:40 PM
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Inaugural River City Half Marathon draws nearly 3,000 runners
Richmonders took home wins in both men’s and women’s races
March 11, 2024
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How to attend the A10 Women’s Basketball Championship in Henrico
UR and VCU enter the tournament with the first and second seeds, respectively
March 4, 2024
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Kickers will appear on national television in July game against Forward Madison
The Henny Derby rivalry match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network
February 29, 2024
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Go nuts at these themed Flying Squirrels games
Here are our picks for can’t-miss giveaways, happy hours, and specialty nights at the Diamond this season.
February 23, 2024
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Sports
Live selection show will determine Wheelchair Basketball National Championships brackets
The live event will take place in advance of the 100-team NWBA competition in Richmond in April
February 15, 2024
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Indoor sports options in Richmond
Get a game in without going outside at these gyms and clubs around the River City
January 31, 2024
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Culture
12 places to play pool in Richmond
Whether you’re a novice or a pool shark, there’s a table for you in the River City
January 25, 2024
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National Cross Country Championships take off in January at Pole Green Park
The events of the day on Saturday, Jan. 20 will also include a 6K and kids run.
January 16, 2024
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Culture
Meet Richmond’s first track star, Lon Myers
The “world’s greatest runner” was a Richmond native and world record-holder
December 20, 2023
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Richmond-area running stores
Gear up to hit the road at these local shoe stores
December 18, 2023
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Duke’s Hot Tomato Summer returns to Richmond
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