Events

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics 2025

Thursday May 15, 2025
Downtown Richmond Marriott

Join us on May 15th in Richmond for the next edition of "Lighten Up, It's Just Politics!" Don't miss out on the most fun day on the political calendar. Purchase your ticket today! Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2024 - Hampton Roads

Friday Nov 15, 2024
The Main in Norfolk, VA

The week following the 2024 Election, VPAP hosted a lunch and panel discussion examining the results of the November 5 election and their impact on the Hampton Roads region and the Commonwealth at large. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2024

Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Live via YouTube

Virginia's premier post-election retrospective was broadcast in front of a live studio audience and live-streamed on YouTube. Full Details

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics 2024

Thursday May 16, 2024
Downtown Richmond Marriott

Headliners Speaker Don Scott (D- Portsmouth) and Senator Mark Peake (R-Lynchburg) tried their hand at stand-up comedy at VPAP's Annual Luncheon. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2023 - Hampton Roads

Friday Nov 17, 2023
The Main in Norfolk, VA

The week following the 2023 General Assembly elections, this lunch and panel discussion examined the results of the elections and their impact on the Hampton Roads region and the Commonwealth at large. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2023

Monday Nov 13, 2023
Live via YouTube

Virginia's premier post-election retrospective was broadcast in front of a live studio audience and live-streamed on YouTube. Full Details

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics 2023

Wednesday May 24, 2023
Downtown Richmond Marriott

Lighten Up 2023 Full Details

Sunshine Caucus Cookie Event 2023

Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
The Commonwealth, Richmond

Thank you, Sunshine Caucus! We saluted the members of the General Assembly who support VPAP's work with a reception featuring more than a dozen types of homemade cookies baked by our team. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2022 - Hampton Roads

Friday Nov 18, 2022
The Main in Norfolk, VA

Over lunch, a panel discussed how the results of Virginia's recent midterm elections would affect the Hampton Roads region, especially the newly redrawn 2nd Congressional District. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2022

Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Live via YouTube

Virginia's premier post-election retrospective was broadcast in front of a live studio audience and live-streamed on YouTube. Full Details

Lighten Up It's Just Politics 2022

Thursday May 26, 2022
Greater Richmond Convention Center

Lighten Up 2022 Full Details

Sunshine Caucus Cookie Event 2022

Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
The Commonwealth, Richmond

We saluted the VPAP Sunshine Caucus with a reception featuring more than a dozen types of homemade cookies baked by our team. A steady stream of legislators, aides and government affairs professionals dropped by for a box of cookies, each one made from scratch. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2021

Tuesday Nov 09, 2021
Live via YouTube

November 9, 2021 Full Details

Lighten Up! It's Just Politics - 2021

Wednesday May 26, 2021
Live via Zoom

May 26, 2021 Full Details

Bipartisan Redistricting: What to Expect

Monday Dec 21, 2020
Live via Zoom

VPAP hosts a discussion about what Virginians can expect in the 2021 redistricting process. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2020

Monday Nov 09, 2020
Live via Zoom

November 9, 2020 Full Details

VPAP Annual (Virtual) Fundraiser

Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Live via Zoom

September 16, 2020 Full Details

What is the future of mail-in voting in Virginia?

Thursday May 28, 2020

A Zoom panel discussion hosted by VPAP. Full Details

Sunshine Caucus Open House 2020

Wednesday Feb 26, 2020
The Commonwealth, Richmond

We saluted the VPAP Sunshine Caucus with a reception featuring 18 different types of homemade cookies baked by our staff. A steady stream of legislators, aides and government affairs professionals sipped coffee and sampled the treats, each one made from scratch. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2019 - Hampton Roads

Tuesday Nov 19, 2019
The Main in Norfolk, VA

A business-focused panel discussion on how the recent General Assembly elections will affect Hampton Roads. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2019

Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
George Mason University - Arlington Campus

Kirk Cox's Chief of Staff and the Executive Director for the Senate Democratic Caucus provide insight into the strategic and tactical decisions faced during the just-completed General Assembly elections. Full Details

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics! 2019

Wednesday May 29, 2019
Downtown Richmond Marriot

More than 400 people from across the political spectrum came together to laugh and network at VPAP's annual "Lighten Up" luncheon. Full Details

Sunshine Caucus Open House 2019

Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
SunTrust Center, Richmond

We saluted the VPAP Sunshine Caucus with a reception featuring 18 different types of homemade cookies baked by our staff. A steady stream of legislators, aides and government affairs professionals sipped coffee and sampled the treats, each one made from scratch. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2018

Tuesday Nov 13, 2018
George Mason University - Arlington Campus

Tim Kaine's campaign manager and a veteran Republican consultant provide insight into the strategic and tactical decisions faced during the just-completed midterm elections. Full Details

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics! 2018

Wednesday May 30, 2018
Downtown Richmond Marriot

500 people from across the political spectrum came together to laugh with each other and network in a lighthearted environment at VPAP's annual luncheon! Full Details

Sunshine Caucus Open House 2018

Tuesday Feb 27, 2018
SunTrust Center, Richmond

We honored the VPAP Sunshine Caucus with a reception featuring over 1,000 homemade cookies baked by our staff. With 17 types ranging from classic chocolate chip to vegan coconut lime, a steady stream of legislators, aides and government affairs professionals had a hard time picking a favorite. Full Details

After Virginia Votes 2017

Monday Nov 13, 2017
George Mason University - Arlington Campus

The campaign managers for Northam and Gillespie provide insight into the strategic and tactical decisions faced during the just-completed Governor's race. Full Details

Lighten Up, It's Just Politics! 2017

Thursday May 25, 2017
Downtown Richmond Marriot

More than 400 people from across the political spectrum came together to laugh with each other and network in a lighthearted environment at VPAP's annual luncheon! Full Details