Henrico County Recreation & Parks pleased to offer a variety of programs and activities for all ages and abilities. From visual arts to nature and outdoors, preschool to senior adults, there is something for everyone! Our Division also oversees the development, construction, and maintenance of many parks, recreation facilities, athletic complexes, and historic sites throughout Henrico County.
Organizer Events
02
Oct
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02
Oct
Oct 2, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - Oct 2, 2026 @ 12:00 PM
Farm and Forest Friend Friday
Visit drop-in stations to hear a story about a farm or forest friend, do a creature craft, and explore the grounds to see if we can find our new friends.
(Free)
Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park
at 3400 Mountain Road
03
Oct
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03
Oct
Oct 3, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - Oct 3, 2026 @ 12:30 PM
Seeds of Discord: Bacon’s Rebellion & Henrico County
All ages. In 1674, Nathaniel Bacon was exiled from England to Henrico County, Virginia. Two years later, he led a bloody rebellion that would rock Virginia.
(Free)
Belmont Recreation Center
at 1600 Hilliard Road
03
Oct
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03
Oct
Oct 3, 2026 @ 02:00 PM - Oct 3, 2026 @ 03:00 PM
In the Shadow of the Raven: Poe’s Life in Richmond
All ages. Weak and weary at the close of his life, Edgar Allan Poe sought solace in the ghostly shadows of his past in the city he loved: Richmond.
(Free)
Deep Run Park
at 9900 Ridgefield Parkway
03
Oct
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03
Oct
Oct 3, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - Oct 3, 2026 @ 09:00 PM
A Night Under the Stars
Members of the NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassadors program will be on-site with several telescopes, giving you an up-close look at planets, and other wonders.
(Free)
Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park
at 3400 Mountain Road
04
Oct
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04
Oct
Oct 4, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - Oct 4, 2026 @ 12:00 PM
Mad About Monarchs
Ages 2 and older, learn all about the iconic Monarch Butterfly and what you can do to help this threatened species. Milkweed seeds will be available to take home.
(Free)
Three Lakes Nature Center
at 400 Sausiluta Drive
