Events
Local businesses, nonprofits, and friend groups form teams to show off their holiday spirit and creativity by building gingerbread houses around a shared theme. This year's theme, Richmond Through the Decades, celebrates the city's history one sweet structure at a time. Sip Gingerbread Stout and vote for epic gingerbread houses.
Located at Hardywood Richmond, 2401 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
Calling 8th through 12th graders, it's time to audition for SPARC's winter play: Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory.
Located at SPARC Richmond, 2106 North Hamilton Street, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
This lecture reveals how Cherokees developed stories, historical insights, and scientific knowledge that nurtured webs of life.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Moderated by Dr. Sandra J. Peart, panelists include Virginia Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi, Capt. Janet Days (USN, Ret.), & CEO of Colonial Williamsburg Carly Fiorina.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
The official illumination the 20-foot-tall tree in the museum lobby.
Located at The American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar, 480 Tredegar Street.
(Free)
Join staff on a short tour of the VMHC's rare book and manuscript vault to see some of the collection's most unique books, documents, and artifacts.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
Shop Richmond artisans, get flash tattoos, and enjoy spooky drag at the Makers for Makers RVA Spoopy Fall Bash in Richmond, VA!
Located at The Workshop by T & D, 1400 Mactavish Avenue, Richmond, VA.
(Free)
No donation is required to participate - take what you need, leave what you don’t.
Located at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond, 1000 Blanton Ave.
(Free)
This market will feature talented artists, artisans, and specialty vendors from across Virginia and the wider mid-Atlantic region.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
This market will feature talented artists, artisans, and specialty vendors from across Virginia and the wider mid-Atlantic region.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
(Free)
Enjoy an afternoon of bourbon, BBQ and community at Bourbon RVA’s fundraiser supporting Better2gether. Featuring 12 high-end allocated spirits, great food and a.
Located at 5311 Markel Road, Richmond, VA.
($)
Author Craig Fehrman spent five years visiting more than thirty archives, and collecting oral history passed down over centuries.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
($)
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Celebrate Christmas with Wish You Were Here! Enjoy live music, hilarious comedy sketches, and holiday cheer in this family-friendly variety show in Glen Allen.
Located at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Road.
($)
A production that includes dancers from all over Central Va. from 4 years old all the way to senior citizens.
Located at Manchester High School, 12601 Bailey Bridge Rd.
($)
Support Richmond youth at SOY’s Winter Gala with Daphne Maxwell Reid, Rob Ukrop, dinner, and live and silent auctions benefiting local programs.
Located at The Faison Center, 5311 Markel Road, Richmond, VA.
($)
Film lovers and fans of classic cinema are invited to experience the unforgettable storytelling of Alfred Hitchcock.
Located at Ashland Theatre, 205 England Street.
($)
For families of teens with disabilities. This virtual series hosts community experts who talk about the transition from youth to adult disability services.
Online Event
(Free)
A journey through history and discover the ways in which chocolate was prepared and enjoyed in 18th-century Virginia.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
(Free)
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An afternoon of festive fun and see Virginia House decorated for the holidays.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 4301 Sulgrave Road.
(Free)
A wonderful musical about everyone's favorite snowman, magic, friendship, and family. Presented by Barter Theatre.
Located at Ashland Theatre, 205 England Street.
($)
A documentary screening of Black Barbie, which celebrates the momentous impact three Black women at Mattel had on the evolution of Barbie.
Located at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, 428 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard.
(Free)
For families of teens with disabilities. This virtual series hosts community experts who talk about the transition from youth to adult disability services.
Online Event
(Free)
Richmond is gorgeous and this event shows it off like never before. The half and 5k courses are rich in architecture, lush foliage, river views, and more.
Located at The Robins Center, University of Richmond, 410 West Brookland Park Boulevard, Richmond, VA.
($)
The high energy walk/run helps fund the defeat of colorectal cancer - #1 cancer killer in people under 50. Lots of music, awards, and free kids' activities.
Located at City Stadium, 3201 Maplewood Avenue, Richmond, VA.
($)
