Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Event | In-Person
Over a blue background is text that says, "Virginians for Reproductive Freedom." In the bottom right corner is the state of Virginia with a checkmark in it.

Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Launch

This November, reproductive freedom is on the ballot — and Virginians for Reproductive Freedom is officially kicking off our campaign! Please join us in Richmond for powerful speakers, special guests, and opportunities to take action supporting the work ahead. The event will end with a short march, so bring your best homemade sign! RSVP below and you'll receive more details as we approach the event date.
May 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
A Trans-inclusive Pride Flag.

Hampton Roads Black Gay Pride

Stop by our table at Hampton Roads Black Gay Pride to learn more about ACLU-VA's mission, volunteer opportunities, and to snag some merchandise!
May 31, 2026 | 11:00 AM (ET)

Past Events

Event | Virtual
photo of two people, one Black and one white, holding a sign that says "still fighting for voting rights"

ACLU-VA Lobby Day Training

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks statewide. This virtual meeting, our organizers will help prepare and train you for ACLU-VA's Lobby Day on Feb 9. You'll learn how to advocate for all Virginians when talking to Virginia lawmakers.
Jan 29, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
photo of two people, one Black and one white, holding a sign that says "still fighting for voting rights"

Thank Lawmakers in Richmond

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!
Jan 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-Person
A purple outline of the state of Virginia is centered in the middle of the graphic. In the left top is the text "Second Look VA" and underneath the state is "empowerment, grace, redemption, and justice"

Second Look Lobby Day

Presented by: Sistas In Prison Reform, The Humanization Project, Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) & Nolef Turns Inc. We will rally for our cause, distribute materials and split into groups that will meet with various legislators to discuss our priority criminal legal system bills.
Jan 22, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Event | In-Person
logo for norfolk zine fest with the Z very big and a hand holding a pen

Norfolk Zine Fest

Join us at Norfolk Zine Fest! Come connect with us and grab a free copy of our trans joy zine.
Nov 22, 2025 | 1:00 PM
Event | In-Person
Two people in green holding up signs with a clip board over top.

CLAPBack November Meeting - Richmond

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.
Nov 15, 2025 | 10:30 AM
Event | Virtual
Over a dark purple background is Lady Justice over a photo of the Virginia capitol and a light blue abstract shape. Over top are purple scribbles and doodles.

2025 Annual Meeting

2025 has been quite a year. Since President Trump's inauguration, the ACLU has filed more than 150 lawsuits against the Trump administration, and in Virginia, we've been fighting hard – in the court, in the legislature, and on the streets – to protect Virginians' civil rights and civil liberties. Join ACLU-VA members for our annual meeting to see how YOU helped us hold the line this year in our collective fight for our rights – and what's ahead for 2026.
Nov 10, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Event | Virtual
Two people in green holding up signs with a clip board over top.

CLAPback October Meeting - Hampton Roads

Join our CLAPPback team for folks in the Hampton Roads area. New to the team? Submit a volunteer form! Afterwards, RSVP at the button below.
Oct 23, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Event | Virtual
Two people in green holding up signs with a clip board over top.

CLAPBack October Meeting - NOVA

Join our CLAPPback team for folks in the Northern Virginia area. New to the team? Submit a volunteer form! Afterwards, RSVP at the button below.
Oct 22, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
a person reading a zine that says zine fest. The word Charlottesville is displayed above their head.

Charlottesville Zine Fest

Join us at the third annual Charlottesville Zine Fest and get a FREE copy of our first-ever zine, "Celebrating Trans Joy: Building Communities!"
Oct 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM