• Free Guided Paddle Trip

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join the James River Association for a guided tour of Richmond’s riverfront by canoe! Participants will learn about the natural and historic resources of Richmond’s riverfront and the James River.  Participants must be 16 years of age and older. Participants under the age of 18 must have a guardian register and accept the waiver on […]

  • James River Association’s EcoFest

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    James River Eco Fest is back for 2025! Join us for a day of environmental celebration and education. Enjoy free paddle tours, explore educational booths from partner organizations and environmentally conscious vendors, grab a bite from local food trucks, participate in a community trash cleanup, and learn about sustainable living at our Rain Barrel Workshop […]

  • Downtown Hopewell

    The Rivers & Roads Festival is a family friendly festival with a fly-fishing workshop, a giant kiddie kayaking pool, river-themed face painting, art projects courtesy of Lamb Art, an inflatable obstacle course and so much more. Kick back and enjoy the soundtrack of Rivers & Roads. From 1 to 6 PM, Downtown Hopewell comes alive […]

  • 3rd Annual Pawpaw Festival

    Powhatan State Park 4616 Powhatan State Park Road, Powhatan, VA

    Powhatan State Park's 3rd Annual Pawpaw Festival will showcase local vendors offering delicious food, refreshing brews, unique crafts and adorable critters. Attendees can enjoy acoustic music performances, ranger-led programs and animal encounters throughout the day. Cost is $20 per vehicle / $10 with an annual pass

    $20
  • Nurture with Nature 2025

    Reeling and Rafting 265 Ferry Street, Scottsville, VA

    Celebrate nature for "Nurture with Nature" in Scottsville! This is a wonderful opportunity to discover simple ways to improve your health just by spending time outdoors. There will be plenty of fun for everyone, including a Wildrock play station, a hammock hang out, rafting, live music, crafts, and much more. Don't miss out on this […]

  • Fields, Forests & Streams Celebration!

    Maymont The Robins Nature Center 2201 Shields Lake Drive, Richmond, VA

    Get your tickets today to "Fields, Forests & Streams Celebration!" and help support Capital Region Land Conservancy's work to protect the places and land you love in the Richmond region! Join us at Maymont for food and drinks, silent auction, entertainment, exclusive entry to The Robins Nature Center galleries, and special guests celebrating CRLC's 20th […]

    $50
  • Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade

    The Maritime Center 710 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton, VA, United States

    Join the James River Association in celebrating the holiday season at the 2025 Downtown Hampton Lighted Boat Parade! We are thrilled to announce that our very own floating classroom, The […]

  • World Fish Migration Day Celebration

    Ancarrow's Landing 1200 Brander St, Richmond, VA, VA, United States

    Partners including the James River Association (JRA), James River Park System (JRPS), Resource Environmental Solutions (RES), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), Virginia Native Fish Coalition, and Virginia Outside – will host a celebration from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ancarrow’s Landing. No registration required and open to […]

  • Lynchburg Launch Batteau Experience Rides

    Upper James River Center 150 Rocky Hill Road, Madison Heights, VA, United States

    Climb on board The Addie Beth and the rest of the batteau fleet for a unique educational batteau 30 minute ride and tour of the James River, hosted by the […]

    Free
  • Batteau Festival Launch Party and Forward to Freedom Celebration

    Percival's Island 1600 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, United States

    Celebrate the enduring spirit of the James River and the history of our region at the 41st Launch of the Annual James River Batteau Festival. Join us for two days of festivities in Downtown Lynchburg as we honor the heritage of the river and commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of […]