Outdoor Adventure Program
Explore Richmond, and the surrounding areas, by getting outdoors with OAP. Students can rent equipment like bikes, kayaks and tents and sign-up for guided trips and clinics.
RVA Events
There's a variety of activities throughout the City of Richmond to fit any interest. Visit their calendar to view upcoming events.
ICA
VCU’s Institute for Contemporary Art opened in 2018 and presents an ever-changing slate of exhibitions, performances, films and special programs. Admission is free.
VMFA
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is internationally recognized for its ambitious special exhibitions drawn from the world’s finest public and private art collections, as well as for its permanent collection and architecture.
First Fridays
Steps from campus, First Fridays lights up the Arts District with bustling crowds taking in lively entertainment and art exhibits on the first Friday of each month.
James River Park System
Richmond is the only city in the country with Class III and IV rapids roaring through downtown. But if you’re looking for a calmer form of recreation, the James River offers that, too, from fishing and swimming to hiking the trails of the river’s park system or sunbathing on the rocks.
Mural Walk
Discover RVA's hidden street murals–with storytelling fun. On each of the four fun walks around Richmond, you'll see over 25 murals and hear the captivating stories behind them. Would I Lie to You? Mural Walks
RVA Hotels
From hip new urban hotels with rooftop bars to trusted national brands to one-of-a-kind historic properties and boutique hotels, Richmond is here to accommodate and help you find somewhere to stay.
RVA Food
It seems like every day there’s a new headline about one of our restaurants bringing in national recognition. And it’s no wonder. We’re packed with more than 900 restaurants to fit any food craving.