Woofstock
Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

Woofstock

What is Woofstock?

Woofstock is Richmond Animal League’s annual family-friendly & dog-friendly outdoor festival aimed at raising lifesaving funds and awareness for rescue & adoption. Last year, Woofstock saw over 2,000 attendees and featured 60+ vendors, a pet parade, pet adoptions, and live music! The RAL team is working hard on planning another wonderful event and we can’t wait to be part of it!

Woofstock is FREE to attend & open to the public!

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23rd Annual Pet Expo
Feb
24
10:00 AM10:00

23rd Annual Pet Expo

Join us and the Henrico Humane Society for the 23rd Annual Pet Expo, which will be held on Saturday, February 24 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Richmond Raceway Complex.    

 Pet Expo is a unique indoor event where people can bring their pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family.   

Exhibitors will be on hand offering a variety of goods and services and activities are scheduled throughout the day, many of which involve pet participation.   

  • Vendors

  • Demonstrations

  • Lure Course

  • Pet Contests

  • Activities for Kids

  • Dog Adoptions

  • Silent Auctions

 All proceeds benefit Henrico Humane Society and help homeless animals in the community.

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
10
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons (Next to Petco!) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the FIFTH year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
9
10:00 AM10:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons (Next to Petco!) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the FIFTH year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Splootfest 2023
Oct
15
3:00 PM15:00

Splootfest 2023

A fun day to gather and enjoy Corgis. Sponsored by the RVA Corgi Club and Zoom Room Dog Training Richmond.

Activities include Corgi Racing, Corgi costume contest & Agility Demo. Vendors with Corgi and dog related items. More details to come. All dogs welcome to attend.

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Give a Dog a Job 5K
Sep
16
9:00 AM09:00

Give a Dog a Job 5K

The 5th annual Give a Dog a Job 5k fundraising event will be held Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023,  at Main Line Brewery in Richmond VA.    We are excited to be back at Main Line for a third year! 

When you register for our 5K run/walk race, you’re signing up for much more than just a spirited event.  You will be running and walking with your furry friends to support a great cause.  You’ll be joining the Old Dominion Volunteer Chapter puppy raisers and service dog teams to put more highly trained service dogs into the hands of adults, children, and veterans who need them!

 

 100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions. 

Canine Companions provides service dogs at no charge to those living with disabilities! Come on out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB! 

This is a family and pet-friendly event and we encourage human and pet costumes to make the morning fun! Prizes will be awarded for best-dressed human/dog.

The Doggie Dash is for our smaller participants. Children 4-8 years of age will have the opportunity to participate in an event just for them!  The Doggie Dash is a 40-yard dash and participation is free for this event, each child will receive a prize when they cross the finish line.  One parent is permitted to run/walk with a child. 

Awards will be given to the overall fastest man and woman along with the top age group males and females. Team Awards are offered for Best Team Costume and the Team which highlights tremendous team passion along the course.

 

Please share our event with friends and family! Our event helps change the life of someone living with a disability! 

We hope you join us at Main Line Brewery, for the 5th annual 5K which offers a fun morning of exercise for families and pets!

REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Richmond/GiveaDogaJob5krunwalk

  • 8am-8:30 Walk-up Registration - Our preferred method of race day registration will be for you to scan our QR code with your phone and register online.  We will accept paper registrations if necessary.

  • 8:45 am - Welcome

  • 8:45 am - vendor fair opens

  • 9:00 am Honorary Chair sounds the 5k start horn. 

  • 9:45 am - Top Finishers Prizes awarded 

  • 10:00 am Free Kids Doggie Dash sponsored by Doody Calls

  • 10:15 am remaining awards/prizes

  • Present Heroes Have Heart Award

  • Present Michele Purton Award

  • 11:00 am Vendor Fair closes

  • THE BREWERY WILL BE OPEN AT 9:30 AM  FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO ENJOY THE VENUE!

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Feb
25
10:00 AM10:00

Pet Expo 2023

Pet Expo is a unique indoor event where people can bring their pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family.

  • Exhibitors will be on hand offering a variety of goods and services. 

  • Demos and activities like contests and puppy races are scheduled throughout the day.

  • There will be a lure course for dogs, Silent Auctions, kid-friendly activities, dog adoptions and more!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
18
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons - Next to Petco (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 4th year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
17
10:00 AM10:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons - Next to Petco (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 4th year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
11
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons - Next to Petco (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 4th year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
10
10:00 AM10:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

  • Westchester Commons - Next to Petco (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 4th year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Give a Dog a Job 5K
Oct
1
9:00 AM09:00

Give a Dog a Job 5K

The 4th annual Give a Dog a Job 5k fundraising event will be held Saturday, October 1, 2022,  at Main Line Brewery in Richmond VA.    We are excited to be back at Main Line for a second year! 

When you register for our 5K run/walk race, you’re signing up for much more than just a spirited event.  You will be running and walking with your furry friends to support a great cause.  You’ll be joining the Old Dominion Volunteer Chapter puppy raisers and service dog teams to put more highly trained service dogs into the hands of adults, children, and veterans who need them!

 

 100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions. 

Canine Companions provides service dogs at no charge to those living with disabilities! Come on out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB! 

This is a family and pet-friendly event and we encourage human and pet costumes to make the morning fun! Prizes will be awarded for best-dressed human/dog.

New in 2022,  High School Challenge! Prizes and more! Students ages 13-18 can create a team of 10 or more students for a flat price of $50.  High school teams are eligible to win air pods and gift cards!

New in 2022, two awesome virtual challenges!  September is National Service Dog Month and there is no better way to celebrate than with a virtual challenge.  Two options will be available and you can easily upload your results to keep track of your progress!

New in 2022, The Doggie Dash is for our smaller participants. Children 4-8 years of age will have the opportunity to participate in an event just for them!  The Doggie Dash is a 40-yard dash and participation is free for this event, each child will receive a prize when they cross the finish line.  One parent is permitted to run/walk with a child. 

At the in-person event on October 1st, all the 5K participants at Main Line Brewery will go off at 9:00 am and chip timing will be offered.

Awards will be given to the overall fastest man and woman along with the top age group males and females. Team Awards are offered for Best Team Costume and the Team which highlights tremendous team passion along the course. We are rewarding participants who share their special URL code and bring 10 additional participants to the event with a $10 refund. We appreciate the referrals which know change the life of someone living with a disability! 

We hope you join us at Main Line Brewery, for the 4th annual 5K which offers a fun morning of exercise for families and pets!

REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Richmond/GiveaDogaJob5krunwalk

  • 8am-8:30 Walk-up Registration - Our preferred method of race day registration will be for you to scan our QR code with your phone and register online.  We will accept paper registrations if necessary.

  • 8:45 am - Welcome

  • 8:45 am - vendor fair opens

  • 9:00 am Honorary Chair sounds the 5k start horn. 

  • 10:00 am Doggie Dash

  • 10:30 am - Top Finishers Prizes awarded and the first round of door prizes awarded

  • Present Heroes Have Heart Award

  • Present Michele Purton Award

  • Remaining door prizes 

  • 11:00 am Vendor Fair closes

  • THE BREWERY WILL BE OPEN AT 9:30 AM  FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO ENJOY THE VENUE!

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Richmond SPCA Block Party
Jun
4
1:00 PM13:00

Richmond SPCA Block Party

Twenty years ago, the Richmond SPCA boldly adopted a no-kill operating model and pledged to save the life of every healthy and treatably sick or injured homeless animal in our care. Saving thousands of lives while expanding our mission has been deeply rewarding work that we are eager to celebrate with our community. To that end, we invite animal lovers young and old to join us for a celebratory block party with a retro theme.

Hosted on the grounds of the Richmond SPCA, the day will feature live music, beer/wine trucks, food trucks, special activities for animal lovers of all ages, and a variety of vendors in our pet-friendly marketplace. Join us for a fun celebration with a nostalgic vibe that takes you on a journey through time to remember the pop culture dominating your radio, CD player, television and closet 20 years ago.

Ticket sales are $8 before the event, $10 at the gate, and free for children 12 and under. 

Tickets can be purchased at: https://runsignup.com/TicketEvent/blockparty

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Woofstock 2022
Apr
30
10:00 AM10:00

Woofstock 2022

We are thrilled to join Richmond Animal League again for the Annual Woofstock Festival, featuring live music, pet adoptions, games, and fun on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10:00am-2:00pm at Westchester Commons. This is a family friendly and dog friendly event that is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

*All dogs attending must be current on vaccines and rabies shots and must be on a leash.

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Woofstock
Mar
20
9:30 PM21:30

Woofstock

Vendors, Music, Adoptable Pets, Games, and more!

We are back again for another Woofstock hosted by Richmond Animal League. This is an outdoor family friendly event (including family members with 4 paws!) at Westchester Commons in Midlothian.

We can’t wait to see you and your doggo! :)

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Pet Expo - Rescheduled to 2/12/22
Feb
12
10:00 AM10:00

Pet Expo - Rescheduled to 2/12/22

Mark your calendar for the 21st Annual Pet Expo, which will be held on Saturday, February 12th, 2022 from 10am to 4pm at the Richmond Raceway Complex.

Pet Expo is a unique indoor event where people can bring their pet to enjoy a day of fun and excitement with the whole family! Exhibitors will be on hand offering a variety of goods and services. Activities are scheduled throughout the day, many of which involve pet participation!

Tickets: $10 for adults ($8 in advance) and $5 for children ages 6-12. Children under 6 and pets are free! All proceeds benefit Henrico Humane Society!

For more information, visit: https://www.henricohumane.org/events/petexpo

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Nov
28
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 3rd year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase - Small Business Saturday
Nov
27
9:00 AM09:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase - Small Business Saturday

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 3rd year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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A Quirky Christmas
Nov
26
10:00 AM10:00

A Quirky Christmas

You're invited to "A Quirky Christmas"
This weekend event will be filled with Christmas decor, must buy Christmas gifts, warm cookies, friends, family and fun.

We will not be there in person but we will have plenty of holiday goodies stocked and they will have gifts for everyone at the door as well as FIVE gift basket giveaways and one HUGE raffle giveaway!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Nov
20
9:00 AM09:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

We are excited to be back at Westchester Commons for the 3rd year in a row for the Holiday Handmade Showcase!

As always this event will have plenty of vendors ranging from jewelry to woodwork to cake pops to dog treats! If you are doing your holiday shopping there is truly something for everyone!

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Give A Dog A Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions for Independence
Sep
18
9:00 AM09:00

Give A Dog A Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions for Independence

This is a fundraiser for Canine Companions for Independence and 100% of the proceeds will go directly to Canine Companions for Independence. 

We have partnered with Pretties + Papers to become official sponsors of the Puppy Pond for this 5k! Look for the Pretties + Papers booth at the in person event to purchase yummy dog treats and adorable bandanas!

They are offering the following options to run/walk the 5k:  in person or virtually. 

In-person participation will have procedures in place to keep everyone safe and distanced.  You will be required to wear a face-covering prior to the run and immediately after the run.  You are also encouraged to wear a face-covering during the run. 

Details on bib pickup will be posted as soon as they are available.  There will be a pre-event pickup offered at Main Line Brewery Thursday night before the event.  Details to follow.

Virtual participants may run/walk their 5k anytime between 5am Friday (9-17)and 11:59 pm Sunday (9-19).  You will be able to upload your run/walk proof and more information will be coming on this option.

Click here to learn more information about the 5k and here to register for the event!

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Spring Pop-Up
Apr
18
12:00 PM12:00

Spring Pop-Up

We are so excited to be a part of this year’s Spring Pop Up at Westchester Commons!

Located indoors right next to Office Depot, this event is on Saturday April 17th from 10am-6pm and Sunday April 1th from 12pm to 5pm.

There will be plenty of crafters and vendors selling unique gifts, decor, jewelry, and of course dog treats!

We anticipate the social distancing and face coverings mandates to remain in effect for this event so please come prepared. We will also have contactless payment option and hand sanitizer available.

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Spring Pop-Up
Apr
17
10:00 AM10:00

Spring Pop-Up

We are so excited to be a part of this year’s Spring Pop Up at Westchester Commons!

Located indoors right next to Office Depot, this event is on Saturday April 17th from 10am-6pm and Sunday April 1th from 12pm to 5pm.

There will be plenty of crafters and vendors selling unique gifts, decor, jewelry, and of course dog treats!

We anticipate the social distancing and face coverings mandates to remain in effect for this event so please come prepared. We will also have contactless payment option and hand sanitizer available.

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
20
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

We are SO excited to be back for the THIRD year in a row to the Holiday Handmade Showcase! This one stop shop has rotating vendors, crafters, artists, and more!

Obviously the showcase is going to look a little different this year. We anticipate the social distancing and face coverings mandates to remain in effect for this event so please come prepared. We will also be launching our contactless payment options through Paypal at this event for those who prefer to pay electronically.

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
19
10:00 AM10:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

We are SO excited to be back for the THIRD year in a row to the Holiday Handmade Showcase! This one stop shop has rotating vendors, crafters, artists, and more!

Obviously the showcase is going to look a little different this year. We anticipate the social distancing and face coverings mandates to remain in effect for this event so please come prepared. We will also be launching our contactless payment options through Paypal at this event for those who prefer to pay electronically.

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

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Holiday Handmade Showcase
Dec
13
12:00 PM12:00

Holiday Handmade Showcase

We are SO excited to be back for the THIRD year in a row to the Holiday Handmade Showcase! This one stop shop has rotating vendors, crafters, artists, and more!

Obviously the showcase is going to look a little different this year. We anticipate the social distancing and face coverings mandates to remain in effect for this event so please come prepared. We will also be launching our contactless payment options through Paypal at this event for those who prefer to pay electronically.

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

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