Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 06/04/2026 and 06/14/2026
(48) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: James River State Park
This event has been canceled.
June 5, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Bent Creek and Canoe Landing!
June 5, 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.
June 5, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
June 5, 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!
This event has been canceled.
June 6, 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!
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Celebrate National Trails Day with a guided journey through the hidden world of James River State Park’s grasslands and the beauty of its riverfront.
June 6, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate National Trails Day with a journey through time at James River State Park.
June 6, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
June 6, 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.
June 6, 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.
June 6, 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.
This event has been canceled.
June 7, 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!
June 7, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
June 7, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Ever heard of a seed bomb?
June 7, 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.
June 10, 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.
June 10, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Slow down and take in the beauty of the James River and its vibrant landscapes!
June 11, 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!
June 11, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Take a fascinating hike and discover the rich history of James River State Park, from ancient fossils to the American Civil War and beyond.
June 11, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Ever wondered what makes coyotes such successful survivors in our backyards and beyond?
June 11, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 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!
June 11, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are vital to our environment.
June 12, 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!
June 12, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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.
June 12, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Dixon Landing
Set out on a relaxing ranger-guided tubing adventure as you float from Canoe Landing to Dixon Landing along the scenic James River! This approximately 2-mile trip generally takes around two hours, depending on river flow.
June 12, 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.
June 12, 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.
June 12, 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!
June 13, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Experience the James River like never before on this ranger-guided canoe float between Bent Creek and Canoe Landing!
June 13, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate Virginia State Parks History & Culture Weekend with a journey through time at James River State Park.
June 13, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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.
June 13, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Step back in time during Virginia State Parks History & Culture Weekend and discover how children in the 18th century played right here in the region that once bustled with commerce, travel, and early American life.
June 13, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
June 13, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Discover the role the James River played in shaping early Virginia by exploring one of its most important innovations—the batteau.
June 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?
June 13, 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.
June 13, 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?
June 14, 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!
June 14, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snakes enjoy their mealtime!
June 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.
June 14, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Dixon Landing
Set out on a relaxing ranger-guided tubing adventure as you float from Canoe Landing to Dixon Landing along the scenic James River! This approximately 2-mile trip generally takes around two hours, depending on river flow.
June 14, 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.
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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