2025 Richmond Community Events
Explore a variety of events that bring VCU and the Richmond community together to celebrate, engage, and inspire. From service opportunities to educational programs, these events foster connection, collaboration, and positive impact. Join us in making a difference!
January 17, 2025
47th Annual MLK Community Leaders Breakfast
Celebrate Dr. King’s legacy at the 47th Annual MLK Community Leaders Breakfast on January 17, 2025, at the Marriott Richmond. Join us for an inspiring tribute to the power of education, an empowering message from U.S. Representative Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan, and more.
Get your tickets now at vuu160.com/mlkcelebration!
January 18, 2025
Celebration of Black Music in Film at the Richmond Symphony
Journey into the rich musical heritage of Black cinema and discover such iconic soundscapes as Luther Vandross’ work on The Wiz, the funk of Isaac Hayes’ Shaft, and others including Get Out, Superfly, Crooklyn, Do the Right Thing, Purple Rain, Dream Girls, and many more. Soul-stirring melodies in this celebration of the artists who fused film, rhythm, and music. Richmond’s own Butcher Brown makes a cameo appearance with the Symphony. Produced by James Crump-Wallace, co-founder and Creative Director of The Spot RVA.
Performance Details
- Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
- Time: 8:00 pm
- Venue: Carpenter Theatre
- Conductor: Naima Burrs
Two Easy Ways to Join Us:
- Purchase tickets online: Secure your seats with our special discount code bigscore10 for 10% off up to 10 tickets.
- Bring a group: Save even more with up to 20% off for groups of 10 or more! Contact our group sales team at groupsales@
richmondsymphony.com for details.
As your Richmond Symphony, we're committed to offering programs that connect with our community. We hope you'll join us for this unique celebration of Black art and music. Plus, use the same code offer for the Celebrate MLK concert on January 19th, 2025 at 3pm.
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January 20, 2025
Package meals with Rise Against Hunger - Richmond
This event is open to anyone ages 4 and up! Children have to be accompanied by an adult at all times.
January 20, 2025
2:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
2410 Ownby Ln
Richmond, VA 23220
January 20th, 2025 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Annual MLK Day of Service at Oakwood Arts
Location: Oakwood Arts 3511 P St. Richmond, VA 23223
This MLK Day, we’re coming together to honor Dr. King’s legacy through service and community engagement. Join us for an afternoon of impactful activities, including:
- Creating art kits for local youth
- Participating in clean-up initiatives around the OA neighborhood
- Supporting the Giving Library with donated items
How You Can Help:
- Volunteer: We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals to help run the event and capture photos/videos for social media. Bring friends and family—this is a perfect opportunity to serve together!
- Donate: We’re collecting winter clothes, toiletries, art supplies, and books for the Giving Library. Donations can be dropped off before the event. Let’s make a difference together!
Spread the Word: Can’t make it? Help us amplify our impact by sharing this event with your network!
For donation coordination or questions, please reach out to Jonathan Copeland jonathan@oakwoodarts.org
