Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events

Event | Virtual
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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
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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
Event | In-person
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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

Event | In-person
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ACLU of Virginia Member Forum: Danville

May 24, 2018 | 7:00 PM
Event | In-person
A white woman holding a sign that says "hashtag Respect My Vote"

ACLU of Virginia Member Forum: Wytheville

May 23, 2018 | 7:00 PM
Event | In-person
ACLU members gathered at the 2017 Crabfest hosted by the Northern Virginia chapter.

2017 Annual Meeting and Crabfest

Jun 11, 2017 | 2:30 PM
Event | In-person
Mobile Justice (1160x775)

Know Your Rights: Police Encounters

Aug 13, 2016 | 5:00 PM
Event | In-person
ACLU members listened to our Executive Director Claire Gastanaga at the annual CrabFest.

2016 Annual Meeting and Crabfest

Jun 12, 2016 | 1:00 PM
Event | In-person
Virginia State Capitol (1160x775)

2014 Fall Legislative Brunch

Oct 18, 2014 | 11:00 AM
Event | In-person
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2014 Annual Meeting and Crabfest

Jun 01, 2014 | 12:00 AM
Event | In-person
Religious Liberty (1160 x 775)

2014 Issues Forum: A Timely First Amendment Issue

Apr 26, 2014 | 12:00 AM
Event | In-person
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2013 Grassroots Advocacy Workshop

Oct 05, 2013 | 12:00 AM