Parks & Nature
Parks, trails, and playgrounds
STORYTIME IN THE GARDEN
Stories read aloud in the garden at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Little Red and the Gingerbread Man
Storybook tale comes alive at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Orchids 101
Orchids 101 in Richmond
Animal Encounters
Get up close with porcupines, coyotes, and bears on the Virginia Wildlife Trail.
Trail Trek: Virginia Wildlife Trail Guided Tour
Guided 1-mile wildlife trail at Maymont with naturalist; learn Virginia animal ecology.
Ecological Garden Cleanup and Fall Preparation
Ecological Garden Cleanup and Fall Preparation in Richmond
“In Our Nature” Film Screening
Family film screening at Maymont park—a nature-inspired outing.
Botanical Illustration Studio: Exploring Appropriate Backgrounds for Botanical Art
Botanical Illustration Studio: Exploring Appropriate Backgrounds for Botanical Art in Richmond
Seasonal Remix: Fresh Meets Dried
Seasonal Remix: Fresh Meets Dried in Richmond
Toddler Time
Outdoor toddler program at Maymont park with nature exploration.
Cocktails & Coyotes
Cocktails & Coyotes at The Robins Nature Center
SHOPFEST
Shop local vendors and explore the gardens at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Members-Only Preview Weekend at Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights
Glittering holiday light display at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Coyote Up Close
Meet and learn about coyotes up close at Maymont's wildlife program.
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Floral Design Workshop
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Floral Design Workshop in Richmond
Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive in Richmond
Wreath Workshop
Create a festive wreath at Maymont's holiday workshop.
Locally Grown Dried Flower Winter Wreath Workshop
Locally Grown Dried Flower Winter Wreath Workshop in Richmond
GardenFest of Lights Behind the Scenes Tour – December 3
Behind-the-scenes look at GardenFest of Lights at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden's holiday display.
Botanical Drawing: Mixed Media Explorations
Botanical Drawing: Mixed Media Explorations in Richmond
Holiday Wreath Workshop, Dec morning
Holiday wreath-making workshop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (morning session).
GARDENFEST INTERIORS: FEATURING NATURE TOUR
GARDENFEST INTERIORS: FEATURING NATURE TOUR in Richmond
Festive Flair: Holiday Centerpiece Workshop morning
Festive Flair: Holiday Centerpiece Workshop morning in Richmond
Seasonal Greens in Colored Pencil and Micron Pen
Seasonal Greens in Colored Pencil and Micron Pen in Richmond
Propagating Plants as Gifts
Propagating Plants as Gifts in Richmond
Natural Botanical Incense: Winter Scents for the Holidays
Natural Botanical Incense: Winter Scents for the Holidays in Richmond
DIY Floating Butterfly Ornaments
Create floating butterfly ornaments at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
A Very Merry Wild Night
Festive evening at Maymont park with holiday cheer and wildlife—a family-friendly winter celebration.
Member Nights at Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights
Holiday lights display and garden tour at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
A Cozy Winter Wild Night
Cozy winter evening celebrating at Maymont—nature, holiday spirit, and family togetherness outdoors.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: JANUARY 26
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
An Otterly Lovely Wild Night
Evening wildlife encounter featuring otters and nature at Maymont estate.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: FEBRUARY 18
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
SEASONAL SPLENDOR TOUR: FEBRUARY 24
Seasonal garden tour showcasing winter and early spring blooms at Lewis Ginter.
Travel with Maymont to Mexico
Guided trip to Mexican monarch butterfly sanctuaries—a rare nature experience.
WORLDS UNDER GLASS: DESERT TO RAINFOREST TOUR: MARCH 12
Guided tour of exotic plants from desert and rainforest ecosystems at Lewis Ginter.
Family Night Hike
Evening nature walk for families exploring Maymont grounds after dark.
Adult Night Hike
Adult Night Hike in Richmond