Additional opportunities (On and Off-Campus)
Looking for something to do as a family while you are in town? Check out these additional opportunities to explore Richmond and create memories while you’re here. Many of these events have provided discounted tickets or promo codes especially for Family Day participants. Don’t miss out!
Discover Richmond Tours
Offering tours on Friday, Saturday (Saturday tours conflict with the Family Day events) and Sunday! Use code VCUFAMILY2025 for 10% all tours from Oct. 9-13.
See below for booking info
Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours
In the mood for a late-night fright? Check out a Ghost Tour on Friday or Saturday evening at 8, 8:20, and 8:40 PM! Book using the provided link for discounted tickets.
Head downtown to Richmond’s riverfront to celebrate the roots, richness, and variety of American culture through music, dance, traditional crafts, storytelling, and food. This event is free!
Embrace your creative side and paint your very own masterpiece! Artist John Price will be leading a Paint Party on Sunday, October 12.
Booking information to come
FRIDAY OCTOBER 10
| 12PM-4:00PM - Rooftop Rodeo |
| 12:30PM, 2:30PM, 5:30PM & 7:30PM - Offbeat History Tour |
| 1PM-8PM - Underground art exhibit |
| 2PM - Arts District Food Tour |
| 2PM - Scott's Addition Booze & Bites Tour |
| 2:30PM - James River Hiking Tour |
| 3PM-5PM - First-Year Family Welcome Back Reception |
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11
| 10AM - James River Hiking Tour |
| 11:30AM & 2:30PM - Church Hill Food Tour |
| 12:30PM, 2:30PM, & 5:30PM - Offbeat History Tour |
| 2PM - Arts District Food Tour |
| 2:30PM - Carytown Food Tour |
SUNDAY OCTOBER 12
| 9:30AM -11AM - VCU Family Day Paint Party |
| 10AM - James River Hiking Tour |
| 11:30AM & 2:30PM - Church Hill Food Tour |
| 12:30PM - Pizza & Ice Cream Tour |
| 12:30PM, 2:30PM - Offbeat History Tour |
Cabell Library
Cabell Library will be open as usual, and community members and visitors are always welcome -- visit our library, take a self-guided tour (or ask their student to show them around), and make use of our free wifi, restrooms, and spaces. Grab a coffee from Starbucks while you are there!
Cary St. Gym Access
RecWell is offering free access to Cary St. Gym on 10/11 & 10/12 during our regular hours of operation for all registered Family Day participants. Please note that some age restrictions apply to certain areas or activities. Learn more about all RecWell has to offer at recwell.vcu.edu.
Youth under the age of 18 are only allowed in RecWell facilities during designated youth hours or when attending scheduled, formal youth programming. Designated youth hours are as follows:
Fall & Spring Semesters (including Fall Break and Spring Break)
Family Swim: All Hours of Operation in the Cary St. Gym Aquatic Center only
Facility Hours: Saturdays & Sundays only
Children must be at least 16 years of age to use the fitness center and participate in group exercise programs. Minors are not permitted to use the spa.
Parents/guardians are responsible for the supervision and actions of their children at all times. An adult over the age of 18 must be present in the activity area in which a child under the age of 16 is located. Minors 16 and older do not have to be visually monitored by parents/guardians, but parents/guardians must remain in the facility while their minor is present. Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that children are participating in activities that are appropriate for their age and ability.