Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

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Equality Virginia's LGBTQ+ Lobby Day

Join Equality Virginia and LGBTQ+ advocates from across the Commonwealth for LGBTQ+ Lobby Day 2026 at the Virginia General Assembly! This is a powerful opportunity to make your voice heard, build community, and directly advocate for policies that protect and advance LGBTQ+ equality in Virginia. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or attending Lobby Day for the first time, we'll make sure you're prepared and supported every step of the way.
Feb 02, 2026 | 8:00 AM
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Thank Lawmakers in Hampton Roads

This legislative session, Virginia lawmakers put all 3 constitutional amendments to protect our reproductive freedom, voting rights, and marriage equality on the ballot for Virginians to vote on in November. Join us for an evening of crafting and community building to thank them!
Feb 05, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-person
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ACLU-VA's Lobby Day

Join ACLU of Virginia for their first-ever lobby day on February 9th! We'll walk to Virginia's general assembly building together to talk directly to our legislators on how we can create a better Commonwealth.
Feb 09, 2026 | 8:00 AM

Past Events

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No Kings Day, Oct. 18

On October 18, people across the country will peacefully come together at marches, rallies, and demonstrations to reject the Trump administration’s abuses of power. With President Trump doubling down on his attacks, we’re sending a clear message, along with communities across the country, condemning the Trump administration’s escalating abuses of power. The ACLU will co-host No Kings protests across the country as we continue to build power in opposition to the unconstitutional actions of the Trump administration. Our Executive Director Mary Bauer will be speaking at the No Kings protest in Manassas. There are multiple protests happening around Virginia. Find your location below. When using this link, Indivisible will know you came from us; their privacy policy applies.
Oct 18, 2025 | 12:00 AM
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Tabling: Southwest Virginia Pride

Happy Pride! Join ACLU of Virginia in celebrating how far we've come in our collective liberation and recognizing the hard work ahead. We'll be giving out free swag and Spread Trans Joy zines at our tabling events.
Oct 11, 2025 | 12:00 PM
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Richmond Zine Fest

Join us at the 16th annual Richmond Zine Fest and get a FREE copy of our first-ever zine, "Celebrating Trans Joy: Building Communities!"
Oct 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM
Event | In-person
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CLAPback October Meeting - Richmond/Henrico

Join our CLAPPback team for folks in the Richmond and Henrico area. New to the team? Submit a volunteer form! Afterwards, RSVP at the button below.
Oct 04, 2025 | 12:00 PM
Event | In-person
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Tabling: Pridefest 2025

Happy Pride! Join ACLU of Virginia in celebrating how far we've come in our collective liberation and recognizing the hard work ahead. We'll be giving out free swag and Spread Trans Joy zines at our tabling events.
Sep 27, 2025 | 12:00 PM
Event | Virtual
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Know Your Rights Training

You are cordially invited to a “Know Your Rights” event hosted by ACLU Virginia, featuring special guest Congressman Don Beyer. With the increased immigration enforcement activity in Northern Virginia, this training event is to learn best practices. Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Make sure you and your friends know your rights, how to exercise them, and how to prepare in case you or someone you know is detained. WHAT: Know Your Rights Training WHEN: Thursday, September 18th at 6:30 PM ET WHERE: On Zoom - RSVP HERE for the link! When we know our rights, we can defend them for ourselves and our neighbors. Let's get ready. RSVP NOW to register. Questions must be submitted in advance. Please do so through the registration link. Español Le invitamos a un evento de instrucción para que “Conozca Sus Derechos.” El evento está siendo organizado por la ACLU Virginia, con la participación del congresista Don Beyer. Con el aumento de operativos migratorios en el norte de Virginia, esta instrucción le ayudará a aprender las mejores prácticas. Independientemente de su estatus migratorio, tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Asegúrese de que usted y sus amigos conozcan sus derechos, cómo ejercerlos y cómo prepararse en caso de que usted o alguien que conoce sea detenido. QUÉ: Instrucción Para Que Conozca Sus Derechos CUÁNDO: Jueves, 18 de septiembre a las 6:30PM DÓNDE: Por Zoom - ¡Confirme su asistencia AQUÍ para recibir el enlace! Cuando conocemos nuestros derechos, podemos defenderlos nosotros mismos y a nuestros vecinos. ¡Prepárense! Confirme su asistencia AHORA. Las preguntas deben enviarse por adelantado. Por favor hágalo a través del enlace de registro.
Sep 18, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Event | Virtual
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VRF Power Hour - September

Join Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Power Hour: monthly webinars where VRF will share reproductive updates, explore important topics with key speakers, and offer mini trainings to help you enhance your organizing skills. Learn more: va4reprofreedom.org
Sep 04, 2025 | 6:30 PM
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CLAPback Team Strategy Session - Richmond/Henrico

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Richmond and Henrico area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!
Aug 23, 2025 | 10:30 AM
Event | Virtual
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CLAPback Team Strategy Session - Newport News/Hampton

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Hampton Roads and Newport News area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!
Aug 21, 2025 | 6:30 PM