Local News and Events in Richmond, VA

RPS Welcomes Preschool And Grade Cohorts

Monday, August 24, 2026 · Richmond, VA

Richmond Public Schools will begin the 2026-27 school year Monday, August 24, for students entering Preschool through 5th grade, 6th grade, or 9th grade. The district says all other students begin Tuesday, August 25. Families preparing for the first day should complete any remaining enrollment steps. RPS enrollment guidance lists an original or certified birth certificate, immunization records, proof of a physical examination, and two proofs of Richmond residency among the documents needed to complete enrollment for new students.

This local community update for Richmond, VA is scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026 and is presented by Scott Fogleman. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Richmond, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Richmond, VA

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Richmond, VA.

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Electoral Board Meets Before Primary

Richmond's Electoral Board will meet Sunday, August 2, at 2:30 p.m. at the Office of Elections, 2134 W. Laburnum Avenue. Public logic and accuracy testing for electronic pollbook equipment begins at 2 p.m. ahead of the...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Richmond Holds August Republican Primary

Richmond voters will participate in the Republican Primary on Tuesday, August 4. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters in several precincts should check their assigned location because polling places changed f...

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Zoning Appeals Board Hears Four Cases

The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Wednesday, August 5, at 1 p.m. in the fifth-floor conference room at City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street. The agenda includes special exception requests involving properties at...

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Provisional Ballots Reviewed August 11

Richmond's Electoral Board will meet Tuesday, August 11, at 1 p.m. at the City of Richmond Office of Elections, 2134 W. Laburnum Avenue. The board is scheduled to review and determine the validity of provisional ballots...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Urban Design Committee Reviews City Projects

Richmond's Urban Design Committee is scheduled to meet Thursday, August 13, at 10 a.m. in the fifth-floor conference room at City Hall. The advisory committee reviews development on public property and in public rights-...

Friday, August 14, 2026

Donna Summer Musical Opens At Dogwood Dell

The Richmond Festival of the Arts schedule lists Summer: The Donna Summer Musical for August 14 through August 16 at 8 p.m. each evening at Dogwood Dell. The three-night production is part of the city's 69th Annual Fest...

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