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Events & Weekend Plans

Build a Richmond weekend from current organizer calendars, local places and flexible plans.

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Justin Dyer

Upcoming events across the region

All times Eastern. Open a listing for venue, admission and the organizer’s latest details.

Randolph-Macon men vs. Christopher NewportHanover County · Sports

Crenshaw Gymnasium, Randolph-Macon College, Ashland, VA

Catch Randolph-Macon men’s basketball at home in Ashland. The official schedule lists Christopher Newport for a 7 p.m. tip; use its game-specific ticket link before traveling.

Ticketed home game; use the official schedule’s Tickets link. Price was not verified.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

VCU men vs. NJITCity of Richmond · Sports

Siegel Center, Richmond, Virginia

VCU hosts NJIT in a men’s basketball home game. Use the official team schedule and ticket office to confirm access before making plans.

Official VCU ticket office provides public ticket access; current seat availability and prices are not quoted.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Lead On: strategy, vision and long-term thinkingHenrico County · Business networking

Dominion Energy–Innsbrook, 5000 Dominion Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23060

A leadership workshop and networking session for graduates of ChamberRVA’s Leadership Lab and Leadership Unscripted. The audience restriction matters: this is an alumni program.

Free for Leadership Lab/Leadership Unscripted alumni only; registration closes November 11 at 3 p.m. Eastern.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Hanover Chamber Business After Hours at Fairfield by MarriottHanover County · Business networking

Fairfield by Marriott, 11625 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland, VA 23005

Meet Hanover-area business owners and professionals at an evening chamber gathering. Food and beverages are included; members and nonmembers have separate registration rates.

Early registration: members $20, nonmembers $35. Register on the chamber event page; confirm current pricing.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

VCU women vs. Virginia TechCity of Richmond · Sports

Siegel Center, Richmond, Virginia

VCU hosts Virginia Tech in a women’s basketball home game. Use the official team schedule and ticket office to confirm access before making plans.

Official VCU ticket office provides public ticket access; current seat availability and prices are not quoted.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Volunteer tree care at Brook Road Neighborhood ParkHenrico County · Community & family

Brook Road Neighborhood Park, 7207 Brook Road, Richmond postal address, VA 23227

Help maintain the Brook Road Neighborhood Park trees during a two-hour volunteer session. Tools are supplied; register through the county’s volunteer link. Plan ahead because the park has no bathrooms.

Volunteer sign-up through CF Engage; fee not stated.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Come Sail Away yacht-rock party with DJ Captain Max PowerCity of Richmond · Music & DJs

The Broadberry, 2729 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220

An adults-only DJ night at The Broadberry. The linked official ticket page gives the event and doors time as 8 p.m.; no finish time is supplied.

Ages 18+; ticket required. Official seller displayed $23.14 advance including fees/tax on November 9; price and availability can change.

Doors: 8:00 pm Eastern.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Richmond Marathon race morningCity of Richmond · Sports

Marathon start: 4th and Broad Streets, Richmond, Virginia

Plan a spectator morning downtown: the marathon starts at 7 a.m. at Fourth and Broad, the half marathon at 7:15 at Eighth and Broad, and the 8K at 7:30 between Sixth and Seventh on Broad. All three races are sold out; use the organizer’s current course and access information before setting out.

Marathon, half marathon and 8K registration are sold out as checked November 9. This is a spectator-planning listing, not an offer of race entry.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Eddie 9V with Leroy From The NorthCity of Richmond · Music & DJs

The Broadberry, 2729 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220

Make an evening of this Broadberry bill: doors open at 7 p.m. and the listed performance starts at 8 p.m. Most admission is standing-room general admission; seating is not guaranteed.

All ages under the venue’s stated policy. Ticket required; advance total $33.69 including fees/tax displayed November 9. Price and availability can change.

Doors: 7:00 pm Eastern.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Glover Park Community Paw-tyHenrico County · Community & family

Glover Park, 11217 Greenwood Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Explore Glover Park’s new playground, dog park and trails during the county’s community opening celebration. Check the organizer’s page before heading out for any changes.

County public invitation. The event page does not state a fee or registration requirement; no free-admission claim is made.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Deep Bottom Park community meetingHenrico County · Community & family

Varina Area Library, 1875 New Market Road, Henrico, VA 23231

Review proposed Deep Bottom Park improvements and share feedback at Varina Library. Plans concern the boat ramp, shelter, shoreline and trail; these are proposals, not newly opened amenities.

County public meeting invitation; attend at the library, not at Deep Bottom Park. No registration requirement is listed.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

VCU women vs. North Carolina CentralCity of Richmond · Sports

Siegel Center, Richmond, Virginia

VCU hosts North Carolina Central at the Siegel Center. Confirm tickets and arena entry information before heading to campus; the team schedule gives a 6 p.m. tipoff.

Official VCU ticket office provides public ticket access; current seat availability and prices are not quoted.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Virginia Union women vs. ShepherdCity of Richmond · Sports

Barco-Stevens Hall, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA

Virginia Union hosts Shepherd in women’s basketball at Barco-Stevens Hall. This is a Richmond home game; check the school schedule and ticket policy for any game-day changes.

Official ticket page lists basketball general admission at $20; VUU students with school ID admitted free. Verify current availability and any game-specific terms.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Randolph-Macon men vs. Hampden-SydneyHanover County · Sports

Crenshaw Gymnasium, Randolph-Macon College, Ashland, VA

Catch Randolph-Macon men’s basketball at home in Ashland. The official schedule lists Hampden-Sydney for a 7 p.m. tip; use its game-specific ticket link before traveling.

Ticketed home game; use the official schedule’s Tickets link. Price was not verified.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Hanover State of the County: On Topic Speaker SeriesHanover County · Business networking

Covenant Woods, 7090 Covenant Woods Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Hear county administration and economic-development updates with local business peers. This morning program includes a meal and provides context for businesses planning in Hanover.

Early registration: members $30, nonmembers $55, meal included. Register through the chamber.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Virginia Union women vs. Bluefield StateCity of Richmond · Sports

Barco-Stevens Hall, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA

Virginia Union hosts Bluefield State in women’s basketball at Barco-Stevens Hall. This is a Richmond home game; check the school schedule and ticket policy for any game-day changes.

Official ticket page lists basketball general admission at $20; VUU students with school ID admitted free. Verify current availability and any game-specific terms.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Virginia Union men vs. Bluefield StateCity of Richmond · Sports

Barco-Stevens Hall, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA

Virginia Union hosts Bluefield State in men’s basketball at Barco-Stevens Hall. This is a Richmond home game; check the school schedule and ticket policy for any game-day changes.

Official ticket page lists basketball general admission at $20; VUU students with school ID admitted free. Verify current availability and any game-specific terms.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Kendall Street Company: Turkey Jam with Big FancyCity of Richmond · Music & DJs

The Broadberry, 2729 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23220

Make an evening of this Broadberry bill: doors open at 7 p.m. and the listed performance starts at 8 p.m. Most admission is standing-room general admission; seating is not guaranteed.

All ages under the venue’s stated policy. Ticket required; advance total $31.26 including fees/tax displayed November 9. Price and availability can change.

Doors: 7:00 pm Eastern.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Richmond LGBTQ Chamber Friendsgiving potluckCity of Richmond · Business networking

Nest Realty, 221 S Robinson Street, Richmond, VA 23220

A casual community lunch offers a less formal way to meet other Richmond professionals and neighbors. Bring a dish to share; the Chamber provides an entrée and tableware.

Free and open to everyone; organizer registration available.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Virginia Union women vs. Winston-Salem StateCity of Richmond · Sports

Barco-Stevens Hall, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA

Virginia Union hosts Winston-Salem State in women’s basketball at Barco-Stevens Hall. This is a Richmond home game; check the school schedule and ticket policy for any game-day changes.

Official ticket page lists basketball general admission at $20; VUU students with school ID admitted free. Verify current availability and any game-specific terms.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Virginia Union men vs. Winston-Salem StateCity of Richmond · Sports

Barco-Stevens Hall, Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA

Virginia Union hosts Winston-Salem State in men’s basketball at Barco-Stevens Hall. This is a Richmond home game; check the school schedule and ticket policy for any game-day changes.

Official ticket page lists basketball general admission at $20; VUU students with school ID admitted free. Verify current availability and any game-specific terms.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Henrico Business FairHenrico County · Business networking

Henrico Sports & Events Center, 1 All Star Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Business and property owners can meet county and state resource providers in an open-house setting. A 10 a.m. panel and Spanish-English interpretation make this a practical stop for owners comparing available support.

Free. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Coffee & Community at Gold LionCity of Richmond · Business networking

Gold Lion Community Cafe, 1012 Hull Street, Richmond, VA 23224

A separately dated December session of the Chamber’s morning meetup. Members and guests can connect over complimentary drip coffee; food is sold separately.

Free to members and nonmembers; registration link on the organizer page.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Christmas at Clarke-Palmore HouseHenrico County · Community & family

Clarke-Palmore House Museum, 904 McCoul Street, Henrico, VA 23231

A family afternoon at the decorated historic house includes crafts, games, train rides and a Santa visit. The county also lists antique cars, refreshments and a fire pit for s’mores.

County public invitation; no fee or registration requirement stated. Check the official event page before visiting.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Henrico Pops Chorus holiday concertHenrico County · Music & DJs

Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA 23075

Hear the Henrico Pops Chorus at Henrico Theatre for an evening of seasonal music. The county lists Jennifer Grundy as director and Sarah Cothern as accompanist.

County public concert invitation; fee and reservation details are not stated. Check with the theatre using the official event page.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

CarMax Tacky Light RunChesterfield County · Sports

Mid-Lothian Mines Park, Midlothian, Chesterfield County, Virginia

A December running outing in Chesterfield with a separate afternoon kids’ race. The main run begins at 6 p.m.; the organizer says late starts are not permitted.

Advance registration required. Current through-November-22 tiers: adult $45, youth $35, separate Kids Mile $20; verify total fees and availability on the organizer page.

Organizer details → · Checked 2026-11-09

Build a Richmond weekend from current organizer calendars, local places and flexible plans.

Choose the right calendar

Start with Visit Richmond VA for regional discovery, Gallery5 for arts programs and the neighborhood associations for community gatherings. Open the guides below for the direct links and a checklist for checking each event.

Business and professional gatherings

Use the networking guide for ChamberRVA, rvatech, Hanover Chamber and Chesterfield Chamber resources. Check registration and membership rules before attending; a board or committee meeting is not automatically a public networking event.

Confirm the occurrence

Use the organizer’s dated announcement for the event’s venue, start time, access rules and status. Recheck before leaving, and distinguish doors from show time. A calendar link or recurring-series name does not establish a particular upcoming date.

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