America. Made in Virginia.

Richmond, VA

Trail Ride Line Dancing for Everyone

March 8, 2026

Trail Ride line dancing is a Southern-rooted, group-based dance style that celebrates community, rhythm, and movement. This beginner-friendly class includes a brief look at the cultural traditions behind Trail Ride gatherings before dancing together to easy-to-follow line dances for all generations.

Henrico County, VA

Determined: The 400-Year Struggle for Black Equality

February 9, 2026 – March 23, 2026 — 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

This exhibit traces four centuries of Black history in Virginia through the stories of extraordinary individuals whose struggles for equality helped shape American society and define our shared ideals.

Albemarle County, VA

People and Places: Conservation Projects at Highland

February 21, 2026

Learn how collaborative projects between Highland and the Institute for Integrative Conservation are reshaping our understanding of the landscape, with leaders and students sharing insights on people, place, and environmental history. Light refreshments provided.

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

From Pen to Paper: Thomas Jefferson and the Drafting of the Declaration of Independence

May 2, 2026

Richmond, VA

Sail250® Virginia: Goodwill Tour with International Fleet of Tall Ships

June 12 - 14, 2026

Witness a fleet of the world’s most magnificent international tall ships and military ships sail into the port of Virginia as part of Sail250® America.

Virginia (Statewide)

Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom & Community Across the Commonwealth

June 2026

Charlottesville & Williamsburg

A statewide Fourth of July celebration featuring a naturalization ceremony, VA250 Grand Ceremony, and the Governor’s Independence Day address.

July 4, 2026

Hampton, VA

Fourth At The Fort

July 4, 2026

An all-day 4th of July event featuring the largest Fort Monroe family-friendly fireworks show to date! Come celebrate America Made In Virginia.

Williamsburg, VA

250 Anniversary of the Historic First Baptist Church

October 9, 2026