lobby day travel

buses, parking, meeting places, more

See the links below for important resources regarding your Lobby Day travel. If we've got enough interest, we'll be arranging buses from major population centers around the state. We will also post a link where people can connect to form car pools. Should you drive to Richmond, there's a map and a link to find parking once you arrive. If you park on the street, you don't have to feed the meters, as Lobby Day falls on a holiday. We do this on purpose, since many people have that day off of work, but the General Assembly is in session.

If you're coming in on Sunday, or you live in the area, we'll have a pre-lobby day dinner on Sunday night. Check back for details, or watch the VA-ALERT. We'll be getting an attendance count closer to the event so we can give the restaurant an idea of how many people to expect.


Bus Reservations


We are working on finalizing the routes and pickup points. We will need bus captains, sponsors, and more. Seats are a suggested donation of $40.  However, if you can't afford a seat please contact us.  Click the BUS icon above for more information and to register.

Parking, dining, lodging


Whether you live in the area or are traveling a distance, you'll need to know where to park, eat or maybe even stay once you arrive.  We've compiled some links to help you navigate, and make your trip more enjoyable.  Click the MAP icon above for details.

CARPOOL ride finder


For those who are driving and have extra room, or those looking for a ride we've set up this site. This is an outside site that specializes in carpool organization. We've included some tips on using the site. Click the RIDE icon above for links and more information.

pre-lobby day dinner


For those who are coming into Richmond on Sunday, we'll have a pre-Lobby Day dinner on Sunday evening. The location has yet to be determined. RSVPs are recommended.  For more details and to RSVP click the FOOD icon above.


what to expect at lobby day

Teams start forming and entering the General Assembly Building around 8:00 a.m.  You can join a team on Bank Street between 9th Street and the lower entrance to the Capital.

The location where the buses will drop off and pick up passengers will be announced closer to Lobby Day.


We anticipate large crowds for 2025 and the requirements placed on us by the incoming administration may change as the event approaches.  Please keep an eye on the VA-Alert for up to the minute details.


2026 Gun Check service

You can securely store your EDC piece with VCDL Member Brandon Howard.  He's offered this service for several years.  You can pre-register using the link below to guarantee space.  If he's not full, you can also sign up at the event.  The location will be verified closer to Lobby Day.


To pre-register simply click the link in step 1.

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Pay securely online

3.

Check your EDC

4.

lobby, attend the rally, then collect your items

  • Firearms must be unloaded
  • There will be a safe, concealed area to make your EDC safe
  • You will be able to reload in the same area upon pickup
  • There will be a nominal fee of $20 for the storage service
  • The facility will be guarded for your peace of mind
  • Pre-registration and prepayment is recommended
  • Identification is required. Only you can retrieve your stored item
  • You will receive a copy of the registration form to bring with you
  • This will be used to check and retreive your item(s)
  • Free hot coffee will be available by the truck while supplies last

Contact us any time

Contact Us-Lobby Day Info