February in Richmond is packed with ways to get out, stay cozy, and enjoy everything RVA has to offer. From Valentine’s Day celebrations and Galentine’s markets to festivals, live music, family-friendly activities, and community events, something is happening almost every day of the month.
Below, you’ll find a day-by-day guide to events in and around Richmond, VA for February 2026, making it easy to plan your weekends (and weeknights). Whether you’re looking for date-night ideas, things to do with friends, or local happenings to explore solo, this list has you covered.
Sunday, February 1
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🎨 Open Studio Sunday | RVA Community Makers – 1:00 PM–3:00 PM at VMFA
Thursday, February 5
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❓ Trivia Night at Bingo (Scotts Addition) – 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
- 🎭 The Friendship & Music of Loretta Lynn & Patsy Cline – 7:00 PM.
Friday, February 6
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🖼 After 5 Fridays at VMFA – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
- Galentine’s Bloom Bar – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Saturday, February 7
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🍦 Ice Cream for Breakfast at Ruby Scoops – 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
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🍦 National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Gelati Celesti – 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
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🍽 Scotty’s Ultimate Galentine’s Brunch – 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
- ❤️ Richmond Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival 2026 – 11:30 AM-9:00 PM
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🎶 An Evening with Leslie and The Dots @ Black Iris Social Club – 8:00 PM
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🎶 Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings – 8:45 PM–10:00 PM
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🐶 Beauty & the Beast Dog Show (Richmond Raceway Complex) – All day
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❄️ Snowball Festival – 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
- 🔥🐴 ChinaFest: Year of the Fire Horse | Family Day – 10:00 AM-4:30 PM
Sunday, February 8
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💕 Lakeside Love Fest 2026 – 11:00 AM–3:00 PM at Lakeside Farmer’s Market
- Valentine’s Day Market – 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Wednesday, February 11
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🎷 Dominion Energy Jazz Café – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM at VMFA
Thursday, February 12
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🐶 Dog Kissing Booth at Richmond SPCA – 4:00 PM–7:00 PM
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🖼 RVA Community Makers 2026 Unveiling at VMFA – 6:00 PM
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💡 Laser Show: Prince @ Science Museum of Virginia – 6:30 PM & 8:15 PM
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❓ Trivia Night at Bingo – 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Friday, February 13
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🖼 After 5 Fridays at VMFA – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
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🎭 Dark Valentine’s Fantasy Ball: A Morbid Masquerade (21+) – 8:00 PM–1:00 AM
Saturday, February 14 – Valentine’s Day
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🎧 Silent Valentine Party – 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
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🎶 My Funny Valentine: Scott Wichmann & Friends – 8:00 PM–10:00 PM
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🍺 Pours & Pasties: Valentine’s Edition – 9:00 PM–11:00 PM
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🦎 Richmond Reptile Expo – 9:00 AM (Richmond Raceway Complex)
- Comedy Show: LOLentine’s – 8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Sunday, February 15
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💐 2026 Galentine’s Day Market at Hardywood – 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
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🍻 Sips & Sweethearts @ Cirrus Vodka – 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
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🎱 Bingo at Bingo – 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Wednesday, February 18
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🎷 Dominion Energy Jazz Café – 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Thursday, February 19
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❓ Trivia Night at Bingo – 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Friday–Sunday, February 20–22
Saturday, February 21
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🍻 Richmond Beer Fest – 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Saturday, February 28
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🌍 World Wildlife Day & RVA Environmental Film Festival @ Maymont – 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
⭐ Ongoing/Running All Month
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🎨 RVA Community Makers 2026 Art Installation – Feb 13 to Mar 29 at VMFA
