Ages 50+. Experience a wellness educational opportunity to improve your overall emotional, physical, and mental health. Engage with community vendors and receive information that benefits a happy lifestyle. Enjoy fitness demos like senior wellness, yoga, line dancing, Zumba, and pickleball. We will have fitness demos running during the event. Here’s the schedule: 10:00-10:15am – […]
Bring a blanket or chair along with friends and family as you join us for a movie in the park! Picnics are welcome, and the movie begins at 7 pm. Contact us to learn the movie title – [email protected] or 804-501-PARK. Movie titles are also shared in our monthly e-newsletter, sign up today!
It’s an exciting fall afternoon at Dorey Park featuring hayrides, a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, pony rides, and an autumn craft! This event is happening at the Horse Ring. Information: [email protected]
A festival to celebrate the benefits of native plants! Saturday October 18, 2025 Vendor Fair: 9am-1pm *Outdoor Festival * Rain or Shine* For more information visit: Plant Native! Festival Keep Henrico Beautiful is looking for volunteers to assist with Tree Giveaway, Voucher Table, Greeter. Times vary from 8:30 am – 1pm. Volunteers Sign-up Link
Did you know “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” has connections to the Revolutionary War? Historian Mark Wilcox will compare the book, the 1999 movie version, starring Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci, with the reality of the 1770s. Then grab some popcorn and enjoy the movie. Recommended for ages 18+. Free admission! Information: [email protected]
NEW! Soulful Sunday Series We’re ending the series on a high note with our award-winning Soulful Sunday Celebration— an unforgettable day you won’t want to miss! Enjoy a vibrant mix of gospel music, local business vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages. Celebrate the rich traditions of African and African American culture, dance […]
Fri, Oct 24, 4-6 p.m. Belmont Recreation Center. Celebrate spooky season with your family! Enjoy Sleepy Hollow themed crafts, activities, and a showing of the cartoon. Information: [email protected]
Have some Halloween fun at Deep Run Park on Friday, October 24! Wear your costume, participate in a Trunk or Treat, and walk through our kid-friendly Spooky Trail from 4:30-6:30pm. Then, grab your chairs or blankets to enjoy a Halloween movie at 7pm in the activity field (near the pond). Food, drinks, and popcorn available for […]
The Dorey Park Farmer’s Market celebrates its annual Fall Festival! Enjoy homemade goods and delicious treats from the market vendors, pick a pumpkin, take a hayride, or sit back and enjoy the music. Dorey Park Farmers Market is at Dorey Park each Saturday, June-October.
Pop the trunks and grab your bags – it’s time for a candy-filled cruise through a parking lot of decorated cars, costumes, and sweet surprises! No doorbells, just drive-up delights! Information: [email protected]
The Jazz Ambassadors present “This We’ll Defend,” a video-integrated, patriotic concert experience. Join America’s Big Band as they celebrate military service through music and storytelling. Honor our Greatest Generation, ‘Welcome Home’ Vietnam Veterans, and get to know today’s American Soldiers. Be inspired and entertained by the military’s finest musicians as The Jazz Ambassadors share the meaning behind […]
Join Capital Trees and Henrico County Parks and Recreation for a Volunteer Community Tree Planting! Volunteer Duties Volunteers will help plant 20 trees at Springfield Park, increasing Henrico’s tree canopy and enhancing biodiversity in the park. Volunteers will assist with removing burlap casings, placing trees, and filling in mulch rings with the help of Capital Trees and Henrico […]
It’s 1775, and time to decide: Do you remain subject to the King or forge a new path as an independent citizen? While you ponder your path, talk with Patrick Henry, Anne Randolph of Wilton, soldiers, and regular citizens to get their perspectives. During the event, experience live musket firing, candle making, and blacksmith demonstrations, and […]
The annual Henrico Holiday Express Tour continues on Wednesday, December 10th. We will stage the parade and leave from Dorey Park at 5pm, cruise through the Varina district, and make our final stop at the Henrico Theatre around 8pm. Don’t miss your chance to catch the Rec and Parks Parade Float along with a decorated […]
The annual Henrico Holiday Express Tour has its last route on Thursday, December 11th. We will stage the parade and leave from Libbie Mill Library at 5pm, cruise through the Brookland and Fairfield districts, and make our final stop at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center around 8pm. Don’t miss your chance to catch the Rec […]
Santa Paws returns for another year at Short Pump Park. A photographer will capture free photos of your dog with Santa Claus. Photos will be available after the event. Shop a hand-selected array of vendors selling items for you and your pup including: Pet Pleasers, Inc Pawsome Pet Portraiture Mutt N Munchkins Henrico Humane Society Dog Krazy […]
Come out to Henrico Theatre and celebrate the holidays with a concert full of your favorite holiday songs performed by Henrico Concert Band under the direction of Randy Abernathy. Information: [email protected] or 501-5859
Get into the holiday spirit by enjoying a magical evening riding the RVA Express train through the holiday lights. Jonathan Austin will capture the magical moment with magic and juggling tricks. Savor hot cocoa in a winter wonderland scene. Information: [email protected]
Join the acclaimed Barter Theatre as they bring “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” to Henrico Theatre. This musical has all of the fun and silliness as the song you know! Come out and join in on the fun! Free performances at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Information: [email protected] or [email protected]
The Dec 9 Henrico Pops Chorus Concert has been rescheduled for Jan 13, 2026. The Henrico Pops Chorus is proud to present “Winter Harmony,” a concert to close out the holiday season with harmony and peace for the New Year. Directed by Jennifer Grundy. Accompanied by Sarah Cothern. Information: [email protected] or 804-652-1460.