Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 08/01/2026 and 08/01/2027
(94) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: James River State Park
Aug. 1, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.
Aug. 1, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
Aug. 1, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
Aug. 1, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Settle in for a relaxing wagon ride as a park ranger guides you through the scenic landscapes of James River State Park.
Aug. 1, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.
Aug. 2, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
James River State Park Dixon Landing
Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!
Aug. 2, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
Aug. 2, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Nature Journals are great way to practice intentional observation of your surroundings.
Aug. 2, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Aug. 5, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Slow down and take in the beauty of the James River and its vibrant landscapes!
Aug. 5, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
Aug. 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
Aug. 6, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Discover what the tiny creatures living beneath the water’s surface can tell us about the health of a stream.
Aug. 6, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
Aug. 7, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.
Aug. 7, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Try your hand at panning for gold in the James River while discovering Virginia’s unique geology.
Aug. 7, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Ever wondered what makes coyotes such successful survivors in our backyards and beyond?
Aug. 7, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
Aug. 8, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.
Aug. 8, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
Aug. 8, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
Aug. 8, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Settle in for a relaxing wagon ride as a park ranger guides you through the scenic landscapes of James River State Park.
Aug. 8, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Have you ever seen or heard an actual owl call in the night?
Aug. 9, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
James River State Park Dixon Landing
Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!
Aug. 9, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
Aug. 9, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Nature Journals are great way to practice intentional observation of your surroundings.
Aug. 9, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Aug. 12, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
Aug. 12, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Ever wondered what makes coyotes such successful survivors in our backyards and beyond?
Aug. 13, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
Aug. 13, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Discover what the tiny creatures living beneath the water’s surface can tell us about the health of a stream.
Aug. 13, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Ever heard of a seed bomb?
Aug. 14, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.
Aug. 14, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Let your creativity run wild as you dive into a world of nature-themed crafting fun. Young artists can choose from a variety of nature-inspired crafts such as animal masks, opossum puppets, butterflies, turkeys, or even a batteau craft.
Aug. 14, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
Aug. 14, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
Aug. 15, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.
Aug. 15, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Build your very own bug hotel to help provide a habitat for beneficial insects. Your creation will offer pollinators a special space where they can breed and grow!
Aug. 15, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
Aug. 15, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Settle in for a relaxing wagon ride as a park ranger guides you through the scenic landscapes of James River State Park.
Aug. 15, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
Visit James River for a chance to view one of the popular meteor showers of the year!
Aug. 16, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
James River State Park Dixon Landing
Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Canoe Landing and Dixon Landing!
Aug. 16, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
Aug. 16, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Nature Journals are great way to practice intentional observation of your surroundings.
Aug. 16, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Aug. 19, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Slow down and take in the beauty of the James River and its vibrant landscapes!
Aug. 19, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
Aug. 20, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
Aug. 20, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Discover what the tiny creatures living beneath the water’s surface can tell us about the health of a stream.
Aug. 20, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
Aug. 21, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.
Aug. 21, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Try your hand at panning for gold in the James River while discovering Virginia’s unique geology.
Aug. 21, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Ever wondered what makes coyotes such successful survivors in our backyards and beyond?
Aug. 21, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
Aug. 22, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.
Aug. 22, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
Aug. 22, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
Aug. 22, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Settle in for a relaxing wagon ride as a park ranger guides you through the scenic landscapes of James River State Park.
Aug. 22, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Have you ever seen or heard an actual owl call in the night?
Aug. 23, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
Aug. 23, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Nature Journals are great way to practice intentional observation of your surroundings.
Aug. 23, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Aug. 26, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
Aug. 26, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Ever wondered what makes coyotes such successful survivors in our backyards and beyond?
Aug. 27, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
Aug. 27, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Discover what the tiny creatures living beneath the water’s surface can tell us about the health of a stream.
Aug. 27, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Ever heard of a seed bomb?
Aug. 28, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.
Aug. 28, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Let your creativity run wild as you dive into a world of nature-themed crafting fun. Young artists can choose from a variety of nature-inspired crafts such as animal masks, opossum puppets, butterflies, turkeys, or even a batteau craft.
Aug. 28, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
Aug. 28, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
Aug. 29, 2026. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.
Aug. 29, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Build your very own bug hotel to help provide a habitat for beneficial insects. Your creation will offer pollinators a special space where they can breed and grow!
Aug. 29, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
Aug. 29, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
James River State Park Ampitheatre
Experience a vibrant cultural celebration with the Yapatoko Drum & Dance group at this once-a-year special event.
Aug. 29, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
As the sun dips low and the night draws near, we humans usually turn in for the night...but this is show-time for bats!
Aug. 30, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
Aug. 30, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Nature Journals are great way to practice intentional observation of your surroundings.
Aug. 30, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Sept. 5, 2026. 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.
Sept. 12, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Cast into one of our most popular outdoor pastimes with Fishing Fundamentals, a hands-on introduction perfect for new anglers and curious kids.
Sept. 12, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #3
Take your first shot at archery in this beginner-friendly workshop.
Sept. 12, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.
Sept. 26, 2026. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
As the sun dips low and the night draws near, we humans usually turn in for the night...but this is show-time for bats!
Oct. 17, 2026. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.
Nov. 13, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park IDA Viewing Area: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
Join us at James River State Park for an unforgettable celebration of the cosmos!
Nov. 14, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park IDA Viewing Area: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
Join us at James River State Park for an unforgettable celebration of the cosmos!
Dec. 12, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
Visit James River for a chance to view one of the richest meteor showers of the year!
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Make your park visit even more exciting by stopping by the Visitor Center to pick up an Adventure Pack!
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Ready for a modern-day treasure hunt?
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center for a list of items to find.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park IDA Viewing Area: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
Did you know that James River State Park is an International Dark Sky Park?
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Become a Junior Ranger today and earn your Official Junior Ranger Badge!
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come meet our turtle and snake animal ambassadors and explore the museum to learn about the history of the James River and the wildlife that calls this park home through interactive displays and taxidermy exhibits.
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