Alpaca Story Time

Ettrick-Matoaca Library 4501 River Road, South Chesterfield, VA

You don’t have to visit Peru to meet alpacas, they're at the library. Listen to stories and learn about these South American camelids, then go outside to pet some real ...

Free

Empty the Shelters Adoption Special

Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA, United States

Adoption fees for adult pets (6 months and older) are only reduced, with support from the BISSELL Pet Foundation. ...

Free

Dog Adoption

Stony Point Fashion Park 9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond

RAL will set up in front of Fido Park Avenue to host doggie adoptions. Beloved Photography will be set up in-house to capture the love between you and your new ...

Free

M&T Bank Butterflies LIVE!

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA

Tropical and native beauties, fascinating and showy, transform the Conservatory’s North Wing into a wonderland of vibrant colors…captivating sights…and extraordinary discoveries. Every butterfly is different, as is every visit. Please ...

$

RAL Kitten Shower

Help Richmond Animal League collect much-needed kitten supplies during their annual Kitten Shower event. Bring a gift from their wish list, snuggle some kittens, and treat yourself to some Ruby ...

Free

Event Series Seining on the James

Seining on the James

Chippokes Plantation State Park 695 Chippokes Park Rd, Surry, VA

Take a closer look at what swims in the James River. Seine with a Ranger to catch, identify and release different animal species. Appropriate footwear for walking in the water ...

$
Event Series Goat Yoga at Stony Point Fashion Park

Goat Yoga

Stony Point Fashion Park 9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond

Join Goat Yoga RVA on the green at Stony Point Fashion Park, July 19th and July 26th!Registration links will be posted to www.shopstonypoint/events-sales as well as posted to @stonypointfashionpark on ...

Free

AWARE Animal Rescue

East End Library 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond

Come see members of Virginia's wildlife that have been rescued and rehabilitated. Hear their amazing stories and you even get to pet some of them. You'll get to meet ducks, ...

Free

Community Snoutreach Adoption Event

Eighteen participating municipal shelters and private animal rescue organizations are conducting a fee-waived or fee-reduced adoption event this weekend thanks to a grant from the Community Foundation for a greater ...

Free

Animal Interpretation with Diego

Children's Museum of Richmond, Downtown 2626 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA

Join Diego Riffle, a Bay Educator with Virginia State Parks, outside the Downtown Cave exhibit. He will show off different animal skulls, pelts, and habitats of native Virginia creatures. Free ...

$

Animal Interpretation with Diego

Children's Museum of Richmond, Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA, United States

Join Diego Riffle, a Bay Educator with Virginia State Parks, outside the Downtown Cave exhibit. He will show off different animal skulls, pelts, and habitats of native Virginia creatures. Free ...

$

Animals That Come Out at Night

Clover Hill Library 6701 Deer Run Dr., Midlothian, VA

Get in the spooky season spirit. You won't have to wait until sundown to visit with these nocturnal animal ambassadors presented by AWARE. Registration begins two weeks before each program. ...

Free

Animals That Come Out at Night

North Courthouse Road Library 325 Courthouse Road, North Chesterfield, VA

Get in the spooky season spirit. You won't have to wait until sundown to visit with these nocturnal animal ambassadors presented by AWARE. Registration begins two weeks before each program. ...

Free

Animals That Come Out at Night

Meadowdale Library 4301 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VA

Get in the spooky season spirit. You won't have to wait until sundown to visit with these nocturnal animal ambassadors presented by AWARE. Registration begins two weeks before each program. ...

Free

Animals That Come Out at Night

Ettrick-Matoaca Library 4501 River Road, South Chesterfield, VA

Get in the spooky season spirit. You won't have to wait until sundown to visit with these nocturnal animal ambassadors presented by AWARE. Registration begins two weeks before each program. ...

Free
Event Series Fidos After 5

Fidos After 5

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA

The Garden partners with the Richmond SPCA on these special nights when leashed dogs are allowed. Suggested $2 “pet admission” benefits Richmond SPCA. May 25; June 8 & 22; July ...

$

Holiday Open Farm Day

Meadowgate Alpacas 16305 Coatesville Road, Beaverdam, VA

Learn about alpacas while you mingle and take holiday photos with these beautiful animals. Then shop the farm store for unique, local gifts sure to please everyone on your holiday ...

Free

3rd Annual Holly Jolly Holiday Party

Ashland Theatre 205 England Street, Ashland, VA

Stop by for hot chocolate, popcorn, crafts, prizes, and door prizes. Free pictures with Santa on the stage from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and family dogs are allowed in ...

Free

Santa Paws

Short Pump Park 3329 Pump Road, Henrico

Bring your dog to get a free picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Breakfast food truck will be available. ...

Free

FETCH a Cure’s Puppy Pancakes with Santa Paws Photos

River Road Shopping Center 6201 River Rd, Richmond, VA

A Puppy Pancakes and Santa Paws Brunch with Mosaic. Puppy Pancakes will be available for a donation at the FETCH table. Wendy Humble Photography will be taking photos of pets ...

Free

Paint Your Pet at Wine and Design

Wine and Design, The Fan District 2707 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia

Paint a portrait of your furry friend and support the Richmond SPCA's pets at the same time No artistic talent is required as the staff at Wine and Design will ...

$

Alpaca Story Time

LaPrade Library 9000 Hull Street Road, North Chesterfield, VA

Ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers hear stories and learn about these South American camelids, then go outside to pet some real alpacas. Registration begins two weeksbefore each program. ...

Free

Pet Expo

Richmond Raceway Complex 600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA

A unique indoor event where people can bring their pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family. Exhibitors will be on hand offering a variety of ...

$

22nd Annual Dog Jog, 5K and Block Party

Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA, United States

The outdoor Marketplace occurs at the Robins-Starr Humane Center, featuring live music, beer/wine trucks, pet-friendly crafts, Kids’ Fun Zone, Pets’ Fun Zone, and local retailers. Benefits Richmond SPCA. ...

Free

DogGone 5K-3K-1K Event

Pole Green Park 8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, VA

Bring your pooch for a "dog gone" good time! All leashed dogs are invited to attend with their owners. Event attendees can enjoy a wide variety of free canine-friendly activities: ...

Free

Pet Food Pantry Pop-Up

Holiday Barn Pet Resort, Midlothian 614 Johnston Willis Drive, Richmond, Virginia

The Compassion Animal Project, a Virginia-based animal welfare nonprofit, will provide almost 13,000 free meals to pets through their annual summer pop-up pet food pantry. With more than 4,000 pounds of free dog and cat food available for pickup, the pet food pantry is open to all individuals ...

Free
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