EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, October 18 |
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7:30 AM- 10 PM |
Visit James Branch Cabell Library At Your Leisure Cabell Library |
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9 AM- 5PM |
Flourish: Celebrating our garden and its beauty Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden |
Included in regular garden admission |
Learn more about the exhibition here
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10:00 AM | James River Hiking Tour Discover the best spots in the James River Park System with Discover Richmond Tours. Visit old train bridge ruins, Class IV rapids, Civil-War era infrastructure, and unique features found only in Richmond, all while feeling lost in nature right in the heart of downtown! Location provided after booking |
$25/pp (not including discount) |
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10-11 AM |
Sips and Support for your Graduate/Professional Ram |
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12-4PM |
Ascend RVA Family FAQ and Open House
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12-7 PM | Check-In Let us know you are here! Swing by the Commons for check-in, pick up materials, and ask any questions you might have about Family Weekend! You can find us in front of the P.O.D. Market. Commons, first floor |
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1-3 PM |
The CHiPper Experience: CHP Building & Lab Tour VCU College of Health Professions (900 East Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23298) in Rm. 1003. |
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1-3 PM | Paint and Pops Pop in and get this Family Weekend started with a painting that will get you in the spirit! Local artist John Price will guide you step-by-step through this VCU-themed painting while you enjoy a sweet treat from our very own Richmond favorite, King of Pops! MCALC 1201 |
$25/pp | Reserve your spot here | ||
2:00 PM |
Arts District Food Tour Location provided after booking |
$75/pp (not including discount) |
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2:00 PM | Scott's Addition Booze & Bites Tour Join Discover Richmond Tours to explore Richmond’s rapidly evolving Scott's Addition as an insider. Scott’s Addition is quickly becoming Richmond’s go-to for food, drink, and fun. This one-time industrial neighborhood just west of downtown is now home to more breweries, cideries, and entertainment venues that you can count. And we haven’t even started talking about food yet! Location provided after booking |
$80/pp (not including discount) |
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3-4:30 PM |
VCU Field Hockey Game against St Louis Cary Street Field |
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3-4 PM |
VCU School of Pharmacy Open House Smith Building (MCV Campus) Lobby (410 N 12th Street, Richmond VA 23298) |
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3-5 PM |
You First at VCU Memory Jars University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms |
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3-5 PM |
BINGO with the School of Social Work MCALC Room 4100 |
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3-5:30 PM |
Honors Family Weekend Honors College - 701 West Grace St |
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3-5 PM | RecWell Family Field Day Your Place is Here. RecWell welcomes VCU families to our Cary St. Gym facility on 10/18 from 3p.m.-5p.m. for an evening of fun & games. Challenge each other to a basketball shoot-out, or see who can climb to the top of our new state-of-the-art climbing wall. Play lawn games or relax in one of the pools in our Aquatic facility. The event is free for all registered Family Weekend participants. Please note that some age restrictions apply to certain areas or activities. Can't make it to this event? RecWell is offering free access to Cary St. Gym on 10/19 & 10/20 during our regular hours of operation for all registered Family Weekend 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. Cary St. Gym |
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4-6 PM |
First-Year Family Reception University Student Commons, Richmond Salons |
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4-6 PM |
Around the World with VCU: Global Learning Mixer Rodney's Lounge on the first floor of Shafer |
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4:30-6 PM | Forest Hill Hike and S'mores with RecWell Share a slice of Richmond with your loved ones for Family Weekend. We will be exploring the trails of one of RVA's local parks before indulging in s'mores! We can't think of many better ways to wrap up a week than with a campfire and roasted marshmallow with those we love! This program is free for students and $25 for guests. Cost includes transportation, trip leaders, and s'mores supplies. Location provided after booking |
$25/pp (free for students) | Book with RecWell here | ||
5:00 PM | Spooky Lights Tour Join Discover Richmond Tours to see Richmond's best halloween displays! You and your family will ride in a climate-controlled, spooky bus to see the creepiest, zaniest, and biggest displays all over town. Location provided after booking |
$30/pp (not including discount) |
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7-8:40 PM | Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours Come join Haunts of Richmond to discover the haunted and creepy history surrounding Monroe Park. This tour includes Altria Theater, a one-time hospital turned housing, homes of Richmond's gilded age, and more! These 60-minute tours are offered every 20 minutes, with the last tour leaving at 8:40 PM. Visit the booking page for more information! Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 823 Cathedral Pl |
$13/pp | Book a discounted tour here | ||
7-9 PM | Cinema in the Courtyard Gladding Residence Center (outdoor space) Join Residential Life and Housing for a fantastic evening of cinematic delight at our Family Weekend Movie Night! Gather your loved ones and prepare for a fun-filled evening under the stars as we bring you an unforgettable movie experience. |
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8:00 PM | Spooky Lights Tour Join Discover Richmond Tours to see Richmond's best halloween displays! You and your family will ride in a climate-controlled, spooky bus to see the creepiest, zaniest, and biggest displays all over town. Location provided after booking |
$30/pp (not including discount) |
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8-10 PM |
Paint and Pie MCALC 1201 |
$25/pp | Reserve your spot here |