Join Richmond Parks and Recreation and Capital Trees for a community tree planting! We'll plant trees by the playground to add more cooling canopy and create green gathering spaces for park visitors to enjoy.

This event is one of nine events hosted in South Richmond during Richmond Tree Week (Nov. 1-7). View the full schedule of events across the city at reforestrichmond.org.

What should I bring?

We'll provide tools and gloves, but feel free to bring your own gloves if you prefer. Wear sturdy closed-toed shoes/boots, long pants, and long sleeves. Please bring a refillable water bottle.

Do I need to sign up?

Yes, registration is required! Please sign up through CFengage.

About Richmond Tree Week

Richmond Tree Week (RTW) is an annual autumn event series that celebrates Richmond's urban forests, showcases the incredible urban greening efforts happening across our city, and reaffirms our commitment to expanding tree canopy and cooling down communities. Richmond Tree Week 2026 will take place citywide from Sunday, November 1st, through Saturday, November 7th, 2026. Enjoy a variety of free tree events, including volunteer plantings, tree giveaways, walking and biking tours, educational workshops, and socials.