Events
Become a Flow-Rider — Map Flooding in Your Neighborhood!
Flood season in Richmond is here, and we need your help to track it. From March 20 through June 21, join Southside ReLeaf and the University of Richmond’s Go with the Flow campaign by becoming a Flow-Rider — a community scientist helping map flooding across Richmond.
Richmond Tree Week
Celebrate Richmond Tree Week from November 1-7, 2026, with events across the city.
Richmond Tree Week Kick-Off — Tree Care Day at Davee Gardens
Kick off celebrating another Richmond Tree Week with a tree care day in the Davee Gardens neighborhood.
Richmond's Food Forest Tour & Volunteering in honor of Día de los Muertos
Join Trees Company RVA at Fonticello Food Forest to learn about Richmond's vibrant, public Food Forests and participate in tree care.
Richmond Tree Week 2026 Kick-off Party & Free Tree Giveaway!
Join the Reforest Richmond team and other Tree Week partners as we kickoff the 7th annual Richmond Tree Week!
Tree ID Walk and Invasive Removal at Crooked Branch Ravine
Join the Reedy Creek Coalition in exploring a section of Crooked Branch Ravine Park, as we walk and discuss how invasive plants arrive, spread, and impact local ecology.
Guided Tree Hike at Warwick Rd Future Park
Join Capital Region Land Conservancy and True Timber arborists at one of CRLC's conservation areas for a guided tree walk.
Healthy Soil, Healthy Trees: Practical Soil Amendment Strategies for Urban Landscapes & Free Tree Giveaway
Join Capital Trees and guest speaker Glynn Percival for a discussion about practical soil amendment strategies for urban landscapes.
Blackwell Park Tree Planting, Tree Care, and Litter Pick Up
Join Richmond Parks & Rec and Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, at Blackwell Park to replant and care for the young trees throughout the park.
Community Tree Planting at Swansboro Playground
Join Richmond Parks and Recreation and Capital Trees for a community tree planting at Swansboro Playground.
Tree Walk in Forest Hill Park
Come stroll beneath the canopy with the Friends of Forest Hill Park.
Urban Forestry Commission - November Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
Sustainability & Resilience Commission - November Meeting
The Richmond Sustainability & Resilience Commission (“SRC”) is a 10-member public commission tasked with advancing climate action in Richmond. The SRC holds 6 annual meetings that are free and open to the public.
Urban Forestry Commission - December Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
2026 Tree Giveaway - Richmond Tree Stewards
Join the Richmond Tree Stewards on Saturday, October 24, for a first-come, first-served tree giveaway for the residents of the City of Richmond.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Oct. 21
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Urban Forestry Commission - October Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Oct. 14
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Oct. 7
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Tiny Forest Tuesdays - October 6
Join the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Richmond Parks and Recreation for one Tuesday a month this summer and fall to help ensure the Fonticello Tiny Forest gets off to a strong start.
Tree Ambassador Training - Fall 2026 Session
The Tree Ambassador Program (TAP) is a free volunteer training initiative by Southside ReLeaf, designed to empower community members with the knowledge and skills to advocate for young trees and support greener neighborhoods.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Sept. 30
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
9th District Code Refresh Town Hall
Share your feedback about Draft 3 of Code Refresh with City Council at the 9th District Town Hall on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Sept. 23
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
5th District Code Refresh Town Hall
Share your feedback about Draft 3 of Code Refresh with City Council at the 5th District Town Hall on Thursday, September 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Sustainability & Resilience Commission - September Meeting
The Richmond Sustainability & Resilience Commission (“SRC”) is a 10-member public commission tasked with advancing climate action in Richmond. The SRC holds 6 annual meetings that are free and open to the public.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Sept. 16
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Urban Forestry Commission - September Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
Idealist Day: Litter Pickup at Horse Creek / Pine Camp
Join us for a day of caring for Horse Creek at Pine Camp Arts and Community Center through beautification and litter pickup.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Sept. 9
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Sept. 2
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Tiny Forest Tuesdays - September 1
Join the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Richmond Parks and Recreation for one Tuesday a month this summer and fall to help ensure the Fonticello Tiny Forest gets off to a strong start.
Build Southside’s Healing Justice Garden - August 29
Join our friends at Virginia Community Voice this summer for a series of volunteer days at the former T.B. Smith Community Center.
Wetlands Invasive Species Removal - Aug. 26
Join the Friends of James River Park on Wednesdays for invasive species removal and habitat restoration at the Wetlands.
Stockton Community Garden Volunteer Workday
Join us for a volunteer workday to tend the raised-bed gardens at Stockton Community Garden.
Urban Forestry Commission - August Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
Build Southside’s Healing Justice Garden - August 15
Join our friends at Virginia Community Voice this summer for a series of volunteer days at the former T.B. Smith Community Center.
Renting in Richmond: Housing and Zoning Listening Session
Join us for a community listening session to share your experiences as a renter in Richmond and changes you’d like to see in your community, and learn how the City’s zoning affects what can be built and how that shapes our neighborhoods.
Idealist Day: Litter Pickup at Reedy Creek Wetland
Join us for a day of caring for Reedy Creek Wetland through beautification and litter pickup.
No Denying Climate Change Townhall with Special Guest Rep. McClellan
Join us for a climate action town hall with special guest Rep. Jennifer McClellan.
Tiny Forest Tuesdays - August 4
Join the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Richmond Parks and Recreation for one Tuesday a month this summer and fall to help ensure the Fonticello Tiny Forest gets off to a strong start.
Build Southside’s Healing Justice Garden - July 25
Join our friends at Virginia Community Voice this summer for a series of volunteer days at the former T.B. Smith Community Center.
Urban Forestry Commission - July Meeting
Richmond’s Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) shapes the strategy, policy, and public engagement that support the city’s urban forest. Each month, the UFC hosts a meeting that is open to the public.
Build Southside’s Healing Justice Garden - July 18
Join our friends at Virginia Community Voice this summer for a series of volunteer days at the former T.B. Smith Community Center.