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  • Shop Made in VA Adoption Event

    Shop Made in VA 3348 Moore St, Richmond, VA, United States
    Adoption Events

    1 - 4 p.m. Shop Made in VA and bring home a new best friend...or two! We will have kittens and cats available for adoption. Bring two feline friends into your family for $222.

  • Cocktails & Kittens

    Virago Spirits 1727 Rhoadmiller Street, Richmond, VA, United States
    Adoption Events

    Get ready for the purr-fect afternoon outing—mix, mingle, and maybe meet your new feline soulmate! Sip on signature cocktails or mocktails at Virago Spirits all while cuddling with sweet, adorable kittens looking for forever homes. Tickets are $25 per person and include a handcrafted cocktail or mocktail of your choice and a lifesaving donation to support pets at the […]

  • Clear The Shelters 2026

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Adoption Events

    Join the Richmond SPCA for a full week of fee-waived adoptions for all pets in support of Clear The Shelters, a nationwide adoption initiative. This lifesaving event is made possible by the generosity of the Betty J. Parmer Trust, honoring Betty’s compassion for animals and celebrating the pets who brought joy to her life — […]

  • Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class

    Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class
    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]

  • Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class

    Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class
    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]

  • Bark in the Park

    Bark in the Park at CarMax Park
    CarMax Park 2929 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, United States
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    Wednesday nights at the CarMax Park are for the dogs! Join the fun during Bark in the Park, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and celebrate the perfect combination of baseball and four-legged fun. Throughout the season, fans can enjoy the “Squirrel Chaser” specialty Tito’s cocktail, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the pets in our […]

  • Fidos After 5

    Fidos After 5
    Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Henrico, VA
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]

  • Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class

    Ready. Set. Pup! Puppy Training Class
    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    Ready. Set. Pup! Flexible Schedule Puppy Training Classes Our socialization-based class for puppies up to 20 weeks old is now available with a flexible attendance option. Not ready to commit to a 6-week course? Ready Set Pup gives you the flexibility to attend the sessions that fit your schedule while still providing your puppy with […]

  • Labor Day Schedule Updates

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Changes in Operating Hours

    Our Adoption Center is OPEN on Labor Day. Come see us and find your new best friend! Susan M. Markel Veterinary Hospital, Smoky’s Spay & Neuter Clinic and School for Dogs are closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.

  • Fall for a Shelter Dog Adoption Special

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States

    Even with the best care and a devoted staff, no shelter can replace a loving home. Waiting to find a family can take its toll on even the most resilient pet.  Right now, the Richmond SPCA has more than 60 dogs waiting for a family, and new homeless dogs arrive at our center every day.  […]

  • Bark in the Park

    Bark in the Park at CarMax Park
    CarMax Park 2929 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, United States
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    Wednesday nights at the CarMax Park are for the dogs! Join the fun during Bark in the Park, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and celebrate the perfect combination of baseball and four-legged fun. Throughout the season, fans can enjoy the “Squirrel Chaser” specialty Tito’s cocktail, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the pets in our […]

  • Fidos After 5

    Fidos After 5
    Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Henrico, VA
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]

  • Pups, Plates and Pours

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    Dine out. Do Good. Save Lives. Celebrate RVA's vibrant food and beverage scene – where great food, craft drinks, and your beloved pets come together for a tail-wagging time! You and your furry friends are invited to visit participating locations during Pups, Plates and Pours on September 12 and 13 in support of the Richmond […]

  • History Hounds Explore Scott's Addition Walking Tour

    Patrick Henry Park 2449 East Broad Street, Richmond, United States
    Community and Advocacy Events

    Join us for a special dog-friendly tour of Scott’s Addition, presented in collaboration with the Richmond SPCA! Originally named for General Winfield Scott, this early-20th century commercial and industrial area contains what is perhaps Richmond’s best selection of Art Deco and Moderne commercial architecture. Dig into the history behind this popular Richmond district, now a […]

    $10 – $20

  • A Musical Celebration in Honor of Kat Simons

    Richmond Harley-Davidson 12200 Harley Club Drive, Ashland, United States
    Community and Advocacy Events

    Honor the legacy of Kat Simons while celebrating her life and the causes that were dearest to her. Friends of Kat Simons is hosting a free celebration featuring live music, pet adoptions, kids activities, food trucks and support of Kat’s favorite charitable organizations. Enjoy performances from Cameron Francis, Not Just 90s Unplugged, featuring Jenna Be, Willie […]

  • East Coast Antiques Art & Design Expo

    The Old Dominion Building (c. 1946) Richmond Raceway Complex 4600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, United States
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

  • Good Start Puppy Semester: Fridays

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    September 18 - October 30, Fridays at 1:00 p.m. (No class October 9) Dogs 6 months and older · 7 weeks, 1 hour · Smoky's Training Center We will concentrate on socialization with people and other dogs as your puppy enters adolescence. We will discuss problem prevention exercises, while also introducing foundational manners and skills. […]

  • BARKITECTURE

    Main Line Brewery 1603 Ownby Lane, Richmond, Virginia
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

  • Canine Manners Semester: Saturdays

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    September 19 - October 31, Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. Dogs 6 months and older · 7 weeks, 1 hour · Smoky's Training Center Teach your dog the basic skills needed to succeed in everyday life. Skills covered include sit, down, come, stay and leave it. This class also covers common behavior challenges such as jumping […]

  • Next Step Puppy: Leash Manners DEEP Dive

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    September 20 - September 27, Sundays at 1:15 p.m. Puppies up to 12 months · 90 minute workshop · School for Dogs Your puppy has graduated from Good Start Puppy, but are you and your puppy struggling with pulling on leash? Why do we ask? Because it is a very common problem. It is natural […]

  • Fidos After 5

    Fidos After 5
    Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Henrico, VA
    Fundraising Events and Promotions

    On Thursday evenings in the spring and summer, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden stays open in the evening for Flowers After 5, and twice a month dogs are welcome to attend for Fidos After 5! It's the perfect time to stroll through the gardens with your dog and enjoy beautiful flowers, beverages, live music, and more. […]

  • Canine Manners Semester: Mondays

    Richmond SPCA 2519 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA, United States
    Pet Training

    September 28 - November 11, Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Dogs 6 months and older · 7 weeks, 1 hour · Smoky's Training Center Teach your dog the basic skills needed to succeed in everyday life. Skills covered include sit, down, come, stay and leave it. This class also covers common behavior challenges such as jumping […]