Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 05/21/2026 and 05/31/2026
(26) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: James River State Park
May 22, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
May 22, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
May 22, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
May 23, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Think opossums are just pesky critters?
May 23, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #3
Take your first shot at archery in this beginner-friendly workshop.
May 23, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
May 23, 2026. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
James River State Park is a designated International Dark Sky park.
May 24, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snake enjoy his mealtime in the Visitor Center!
May 24, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Try your hand at panning for gold in the James River while discovering Virginia’s unique geology.
May 24, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
May 29, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Look up and learn about tree diversity in the park!
May 29, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
May 29, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Frog Hollow: 966 Park Rd; Gladstone, VA 24553
Come join the party!
May 30, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Think opossums are just pesky critters?
May 30, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #3
Take your first shot at archery in this beginner-friendly workshop.
May 30, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
May 30, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
As the sun dips low and the night draws near, we humans usually turn in for the night...but this is show-time for bats!
May 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come watch our resident snake enjoy his mealtime in the Visitor Center!
May 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond: 185 Green Hill Dr; Gladstone, VA 24553
Try your hand at panning for gold in the James River while discovering Virginia’s unique geology.
May 31, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Discover the timeless art of pine needle basket weaving and unlock your creativity with this hands-on workshop.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Make your park visit even more exciting by stopping by the Visitor Center to pick up an Adventure Pack!
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Ready for a modern-day treasure hunt?
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center for a list of items to find.
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park IDA Viewing Area: 244 Amphitheater Ct; Gladstone, VA 24599
Did you know that James River State Park is an International Dark Sky Park?
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Become a Junior Ranger today and earn your Official Junior Ranger Badge!
Jan. 1, 2026 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2026 11:59 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Come meet our turtle and snake animal ambassadors and explore the museum to learn about the history of the James River and the wildlife that calls this park home through interactive displays and taxidermy exhibits.
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