Rivanna Trails Foundation upcoming events

Cville Tree Week (01 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Cville Tree Week is a new annual citywide celebration of trees and urban forestry in Charlottesville!

The first event will take place November 1-7. Throughout the week, community members are invited to participate in workshops, hands-on activities, and public events that focus on caring for trees and learning about their role in Charlottesville’s environment and neighborhoods. These events highlight the importance of a healthy urban canopy and support ReLeaf’s mission to grow and care for Charlottesville’s trees.

Full details and a list of the week's events (some of which require registration) are at www.releafcville.org/cvilletreeweek.

Heyward Forest Guided Hike (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join a hiking tour with Charlottesville Parks and Recreation staff and get an introduction to new trails on the Heyward Community Forest property, adjacent to Ragged Mountain Natural Area. Learn about the natural history of this relatively new addition to the park system while learning to identify vegetation and wildlife habitat. The hike takes place on natural surface trails and covers about 2 miles with some hilly climbs.

Meeting Location: 1730 Reservoir Road - Parking area is the gravel parking lot on the right with a red "Heyward Community Forest" sign (if you find yourself on top of a big gravel hill overlooking the reservoir, you've gone too far!) The parking lot is crowded due to construction along Reservoir Road and interest from local bike clubs, so we strongly suggest arriving early.

Meeting Time: 5:00 pm at the Heyward Community Forest parking lot

RTF + Random Row Bingo Night Fundraiser (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Random Row started their "Dab for Good" Charity Bingo in 2017 as a way to raise money and awareness for local non-profits (and have some fun!). Since then, they have raised tens of thousands of dollars for these organizations, and this month is our turn!

Come out, play some BINGO, have a drink or two and help us raise money for local trails! Friends at our local businesses have generously donated some awesome prizes, and there will also be a few Loop deVille shirts and RTF hats in the mix as well.

Facebook event post: RTF + Random Row Charity Bingo

Monthly Work Party (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

RT Monthly Walk - November (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

On the third Saturday of every month, we host a guided walk along a section of the Rivanna Trail. Over the course of the year, we will cover the entire RT.

All walks are out-and-back, approximately two-hours in duration, and range from 3 to 6 miles each.

November walk: River North - Pen Park to Dunlora
Meeting point: 1346 Pen Park Rd - Pen Park tennis court parking lot
Distance: 4 miles

Monthly Work Party (12 Dec 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

RT Monthly Walk - December (19 Dec 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

On the third Saturday of every month, we host a guided walk along a section of the Rivanna Trail. Over the course of the year, we will cover the entire RT.

All walks are out-and-back, approximately two-hours in duration, and range from 3 to 6 miles each.

December walk: River North - Belvedere
Meeting point: SOCA Field House - 875 Belvedere Blvd
December distance: 4 miles

Monthly Work Party (09 Jan 2027)

Sat, 09 Jan 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (13 Feb 2027)

Sat, 13 Feb 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (13 Mar 2027)

Sat, 13 Mar 2027 13:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (10 Apr 2027)

Sat, 10 Apr 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (08 May 2027)

Sat, 08 May 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (12 Jun 2027)

Sat, 12 Jun 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Monthly Work Party (10 Jul 2027)

Sat, 10 Jul 2027 12:45:00 GMT

Please join us for our monthly work party. We will be working this month to maintain a section of the Trail. Meet at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive.

If you are coming as part of a large group or have questions, please email us at info@rivannatrails.org so we can be prepared to keep everyone busy and equipped with tools.

Loop de'Ville 2027 (26 Sep 2027)

Sun, 26 Sep 2027 04:00:00 GMT

Join us on Sunday, September 26, for Loop de'Ville, our annual celebration of the Rivanna Trail! We'll have guided hikes, bike rides, runs, and family-friendly walks. Join us to experience the full Loop or a shorter segment of the trail.

Full details are at loopdeville.org.